I’ve been working hard to keep up with my reading goals this year, but April was a challenging month due to some health issues. Despite this, I managed to continue reading, although I didn’t get through as many books as I had hoped. In this post, I’ll be sharing my list of books that I read in both April and May. For a short summary and take on these books, read the excerpt below each book.
If you’ve never contemplated introducing your child to the world of finance, this book provides invaluable guidance. Co-authored by Dave Ramsey and his daughter, it offers a unique blend of personal anecdotes and practical tips on raising financially literate children. The book stresses the importance of instilling a strong work ethic and financial responsibility in children, regardless of your financial circumstances. It’s a practical guide that can empower parents to equip their children with essential life skills.
If you want a radical and extreme idea for managing wealth, this book is for you. The author is persuasive and has some great examples to help you understand his viewpoint on planning wealth. The bottom line is that you die with zero money in your bank accounts, and you enjoy life before you die. The younger you are, the sooner you want to cash in on experiences and give to loved ones. He even recommends calculating your life expectancy and planning your retirement accordingly. This book was so different from what Dave Ramsey teaches about money management. I still recommend it for a new perspective on prioritizing how you live if nothing else.
Knowledge Gap is a must read for any parent interested in understanding the public school and the gaps in the education system in America. I have started this book so many times but have never finished it because I have always wanted to retain all the date and information Natalie shares in this book. This month, I purchase the audiobook (only available in Audible) and have been both listening and reading.
If you enjoyed reading “Anne of Green Gables,” you will also love “A Girl of the Limberlost.” This book is the second in a series, and I found it to be a captivating story. I read it for a book club and didn’t feel like I missed out on much by not reading the first book. The story follows a girl named Elnora who has lost her father and has a mother who is mourning him so deeply that she neglects her daughter. Despite financial struggles, Elnora finds a way to pay for school and her basic needs. She is determined, confident, hard-working, and she perseveres through her difficult life. Even though she longs for her mother’s affection, she is surrounded by love from others. I don’t want to give too much away, so I’ll let you read the rest for yourself.
I recently stumbled upon this book that’s been turned into a TV series by Apple, and I couldn’t resist diving into it before watching it on screen. This book takes you on a thrilling journey through the 1960s, offering a glimpse into the challenges faced by women in the workplace. Even today, the struggles depicted in the book ring true. The main character’s battle against a world of mediocre men threatened by her skills and knowledge is truly captivating. It’s important to note that the book delves into secular beliefs, so if you’re seeking a Christian-themed read, this may not be the best fit for you.
I’ve watched both the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings trilogies multiple times and knew I needed to read the books eventually. I am so glad that I did. Let me tell you this: The movie has taken liberties and changed a few crucial events in the book. However, they have done an excellent job of depicting the rest. I always preferred reading a book first and watching the movie later, but this was one of those books I enjoyed reading despite watching the film.
