Carry On, Mr. Bowditch Novel
by Jean Lee Latham
Nathaniel’s hope of attending Harvard ended when his father apprenticed him to a chandlery. Can he find a way to follow his dreams?
Barbara’s Notes: Life was hard and unfair for Nathaniel but he didn’t let it beat him. This true, inspirational story motivates us to do our best. (Grades 6, 7, 8)
by Jean Lee Latham
Nathaniel’s hope of attending Harvard ended when his father apprenticed him to a chandlery. Can he find a way to follow his dreams?
Barbara’s Notes: Life was hard and unfair for Nathaniel but he didn’t let it beat him. This true, inspirational story motivates us to do our best. (Grades 6, 7, 8)
by Jean Lee Latham
Nathaniel’s hope of attending Harvard ended when his father apprenticed him to a chandlery. Can he find a way to follow his dreams?
Barbara’s Notes: Life was hard and unfair for Nathaniel but he didn’t let it beat him. This true, inspirational story motivates us to do our best. (Grades 6, 7, 8)
More Information
Book Summary — 251 pages
Book Category — Historical fiction
Theme — Perseverance, love of learning
Setting — America, 1775-1850
Novel Study Highlights — 7 units
Spelling-Vocabulary — Medium
Critical Thinking — Medium
Biblical Focus — Trust
Related Studies — Astronomy, navigation, sailing, surveying, Latin, business ventures
