Profiles of Integrity Vol. 2

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    Overview

    Parents want books that reinforce values and teach history, but kids want excitement.  

    Profiles of Integrity Vol 2 delivers it all: riveting but real stories set during westward expansion, the War of 1812, the American Civil War era, and the Victorian Era of England. Each chapter shows integrity in action, not just in theory. Page-turning narratives include kidnappings, daring escapes, dangerous expeditions, and fierce battles.  

    The series features a mix of Americans and international figures, men and women, young and old, showing that integrity is universal to the human experience.   

    Vol. 2 of the four-part Profiles of Integrity series; for grades 7 and up.

    A Look Inside

    SKU M430-5
    Manufacturer Master Books
    Weight (in lbs) 0.28
    Title Profiles of Integrity Vol. 2
    Subtitle 1804 - 1865
    Series Profiles of Integrity
    Volume in Series 2
    ISBN 13 9781683444305
    Contributors Marilyn Boyer, Grace Ehrman
    Binding Paperback
    Page Count 120
    Publisher New Leaf Publishing Group, LLC
    Dimensions (in inches) 5 1/2 x 8 1/2

    What is boldness? How does someone show initiative? What does it mean to be wise, tolerant, or sensitive? When it comes to understanding and developing character traits, biographical stories are a powerful tool.  

    Powerful not only because they so effectively illustrate virtues but also because your young reader doesn't feel preached at.  The 10 stories in Profiles of Integrity Vol. 2 are engrossing!  

    • Instead of being told, "You should be truthful," they will read about Sacagawea who accurately translated and reported facts during the Corps of Discovery expedition, even leading them through the Rocky Mountains on their return journey. 
    • Instead of hearing that gentleness is an attractive virtue, they get consumed with the story of President Abraham Lincoln who showed compassion to a young, dying Confederate soldier, comforting him and praying with him despite their opposing sides.
    • Instead of being admonished to be more orderly, they see how Colonel Charles Marshall's meticulous record-keeping ensured that the surrender terms at Appomattox Court House were accurately drafted, playing a vital role in officially ending the Civil War. 

    Packed with adventure, danger, and real historical drama, these books keep your students turning pages as they devour tales of daring raids, clever ingenuity, sacrificial love, and harrowing battles.  

    Ten Key Virtues 

    In ten biographical sketches, see how a figure from American or British history demonstrates a key virtue.  

    1. Boldness ~ Captain John S. Mosby  
    2. Gentleness ~ President Abraham Lincoln  
    3. Initiative ~ Colonel John Hunt Morgan 
    4. Orderliness ~ Colonel Charles Marshall  
    5. Respectfulness ~ Francis Scott Key 
    6. Sensitivity ~ General Robert E. Lee 
    7. Tolerance ~ William Booth  
    8. Truthfulness ~ Sacagawea 
    9. Virtue ~ Queen Victoria 
    10. Wisdom ~ Matthew Fontaine Maury 

    Relatable Emotions & Challenges 
    Each sketch puts readers in the shoes of people or those facing tough situations — death, hostility, natural threats, and breakthroughs. Kids see themselves in these moments, not just as passive learners but as participants in the story. 

    Unexpected Heroes 
    Not all the heroes are famous or powerful. Some are teens, outsiders, or people who overcame huge obstacles. This makes the stories feel accessible and inspiring to kids who might not see themselves as perfect role models. 

    Interactive Questions 
    Each chapter ends with questions that invite readers to imagine themselves in the story, reflect on choices, and think about what they’d do. This reflection turns reading into a personal adventure, not just a history lesson. 

    Book Format 

    While the stories are ordered chronologically, each chapter can stand alone if desired. Each biographical sketch will take approximately 30 minutes to read aloud. 

    Each chapter is introduced with a definition of the virtue demonstrated and a relevant Bible memory verse. At the close of each story, comprehension questions help check for understanding while application questions foster discussion to bring the virtues into modern life.  

    Read this volume and the entire four-book series to fall in love with history, find heroes to emulate, and develop godly character. 

    Table of Contents

    • Introduction 
    • Sacagawea ~ Truthfulness | November 1804 
    • Francis Scott Key ~ Respectfulness| September 1814  
    • Queen Victoria ~ Virtue | 1837  
    • Matthew Fontaine Maury ~ Wisdom | 1842 
    • Colonel John Hunt Morgan ~ Initiative | 1896 
    • President Abraham Lincoln ~ Gentleness | September 1862  
    • Captain John S. Mosby ~ Boldness | March 1863 
    • General Robert E. Lee ~ Sensitivity | July 1863  
    • William Booth ~ Tolerance | 1865  
    • Colonel Charles Marshall ~ Orderliness | April 1865  
    • Selected Bibliography 
    • Image Credits  
    • About the Authors  
    History That Teaches Integrity and Courage
    Review by Kathleen C
    Volume 2 took us deeper into fascinating moments across westward expansion, the Civil War era, and more. The character traits explored, like boldness, gentleness, and wisdom were clearly illustrated through gripping true stories, making history so much more relatable for my kids. We used it both as a history supplement and a character study in our homeschool, and my kids stayed engaged the whole way through.
    Good Supplement Reader
    Review by LaceeC
    Much like volume 1, I believe this is for an older crowd, more upper elementary level. I appreciate the consistency within the series - each book begins the chapter with a character trait and a Bible verse, and each chapter ends with a Bible verse or quote and questions for discussion. The chapters are a story, the story of a life lived. There is not sections breaking up what happened at different times, but it doesn’t bounce around like some chapters in What a Character do. There are three characters that appear in the What a Character series: Francis Scott Key, Abraham Lincoln, and Mosby. I really enjoyed the chapters on Sacagawea and Queen Victoria.
    Deeper study
    Review by Yulia
    Profiles of Integrity Vol. 2 goes deeper into the study of important heroes by talking about special character traits that were revealed through their lives. The stories are great addition to the history lessons to learn more about them in the 1804–1865 period.

    Each chapter starts with a definition and a corresponding verse and ends with questions about that chapter. The chapters are small and very manageable. The series work best for Middle to High school students. It will also work well for family read alouds and discussions. It's a great way to help children appreciate the sacrifice, character traits and honorable lives these heroes showed in their lives.
    A great Continuation!
    Review by Sara G
    Our family has been enjoying this set, reading about a new hero each night and going through the virtue in which they demonstrated. I am going through America’s Story with my 1st and 3rd grader, and my 7th and 10th grader join us to hear the nights reading. We are enjoying learning about people we may not have heard of otherwise, and challenging each others comprehension with the review questions at the end. My kids have a really good picture of history with all the different history supplements Masterbooks provides!
    Powerful Examples of Integrity
    Review by Charity
    Profiles of Integrity Volume 2 contains many sobering stories of courageous acts of selflessness. I was challenged as I saw the different facets of a life of integrity displayed in the lives of these men and women through the engaging accounts included in this volume. I was especially touched by the conversation between Robert E. Lee and the wounded soldier. These stories are sure to inspire conversations with parents and students about the importance of allowing God to form godly traits in their lives so that they can serve him well, even in less than ideal circumstances.

    This series is aimed at older students and some of the volumes may be too intense for younger students. This particular volume seems a bit less intense overall with the exception of one or two stories that include accounts of men wounded in battle.
    Excellent for the Whole Family
    Review by Ginger
    Our entire family, from dad on down to our 3rd grader have enjoyed the profiles in this book. Our daughter enjoys that there are women profiled, and the boys have sat on the edge of their seats listening as they are read to. The biblical character qualities are easily referenced as we go about our week. This is another excellent choice for your family.
    Great Addition to History
    Review by Lexie
    My family has really enjoyed this Profiles of Valor Audiobook series. My family downloaded the audiobook version and was able to listen to it in the car. We found the voice of the reader made this audiobook an easy listen. This second volume got my daughter's excited to hear about women who made a difference with their character. Each chapter is introduced with a character quality which is defined, memory verse given, story about a person that gives a surprising amount of detail, and then questions (as well as the answers) at the end of each section. This book series helped to make these people we've read about in books feel more like someone my family can empathize and relate hearing their accounts beyond a history lesson.
    Expansion on lives of familiar characters
    Review by BuildingontheRock
    Volume 2 of the Profiles of Integrity series would be an interesting accompanying reader to a student studying American history from post Revolutionary War through the Civil War. Covering more well known characters such as Sacagawea, Francis Scott Key, Queen Victoria, Abraham Lincoln, and Robert E. Lee, lesser known stories about their lives are profiled as examples of truthfulness, respectfulness, virtue, wisdom, initiative, gentleness, boldness, sensitivity, and tolerance. Appropriate for middle to high school students.
    Engaging stories
    Review by Samantha
    This book continues with engaging true stories that emphasize courage, faith, and strong character. It encourages readers to stand firm in their convictions and shows how integrity shapes lives and influences others for good.
    Lovely!
    Review by Marle
    Profiles of Integrity, Volume 2 by Marilyn Boyer is made up of short, easy-to-read stories that are really enjoyable without feeling heavy or overwhelming. I loved how each chapter starts with a simple memory verse and a descriptive word that fits the person so well. The stories spark good conversations about character and faith with kids, and it’s a lovely book to have on your homeschool shelf or in your family library.

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