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Archaeologists dig for clues (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out-Science Ser. #Level 2)
By Kate Duke. 1997
During summer vacation, several children spend a day with their friend Sophie, an archaeologist. She explains how these scientists discover…
a place to dig and divide it up, what type of things they look for, and how they carefully uncover the items, log them in on charts, and then study them. For grades K-3My first Bible
By Pat Alexander, Leon Baxter. 2002
Sixty-four Bible stories retold in simple language appropriate for young children. Half the tales are from the Old Testament beginning…
with the creation of the world in Genesis. The second half are from the New Testament about Jesus' life on earth. For grades K-3. 1997Bones unearthed! (Creepy and true #3)
By Kerrie Logan Hollihan. 2021
The author investigates remarkable discoveries of skeletal remains and what they reveal about human civilization. Includes cryptic tales of murder…
and mayhem that span cultures and millennia, from Aztec skull racks, the cannibals of Jamestown, and Benjamin Franklin's basement boneyard, to frozen sailors in the Arctic and the centuries-long search for the body of King Richard III. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 2021Tales of ancient worlds: Adventures in Archaeology (Tales of)
By Stefan Milosavljevich, Neon Squid, Sam Caldwell, Neon Squid. 2022
"What links shipwrecks, Egyptian treasure, and fossilized Viking poop? They're all things that have been discovered by archaeologists! Pick up…
your shovel and Indiana Jones hat and dig into the world of archaeology in this nonfiction kids' book by YouTuber Stefan Milosavljevich. Alongside beautiful illustrations by Sam Caldwell you'll find incredible tales from history, including: the ancient Egyptian city found at the bottom of the ocean, the terracotta army that hid underground for 2,000 years, and the mysterious Ice Age temple made from mammoth bones. Along the way you'll also find out if you have what it takes to be an archaeologist, unearth (literally) groundbreaking scientific techniques, and meet the pioneering women and men who have brought the past back to life." -- Provided by publisherMummies (Mysterious & unknown)
By Adam Woog. 2008
Examines the scientific study of mummies such as the deliberately preserved Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamen. Discusses accidental mummies found in northern…
European bogs, Asian deserts, and glaciers. Includes information on the specially embalmed twentieth-century bodies of Lenin, Eva Perón, and Ferdinand Marcos. Uncontracted braille. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 2009Secrets of the Sphinx
By James Giblin. 2004
Presents the probable history of the five-thousand-year-old Great Sphinx, the enormous sculpture of a pharoah's head on a lion's body…
that lies near the three pyramids of Giza at Cairo, Egypt. Discusses the difficulties of protecting this stone monument from air pollution. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 2004Curious cases: hijinks, heists, mysteries, and more
By Rebecca Valley. 2022
"Introduce middle-grade readers to the intriguing and exciting history of true crime, including capers, stories, unsolved crimes, daring escapes, famous…
art heists, and much more, in this first-ever true crime book specifically for kids. True crime is a genre that captures readers of all ages, but oftentimes the stories are too intense-even for kids who love spooky books and movies. |Curious Cases: True Crime for Kids| presents a slew of fascinating stories that are all age-appropriate, including: the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum theft, the cold case of D. B. Cooper, the disappearance of Masterpiece the poodle, two brothers' cunning escape from Alcatraz, Sherlock Holmes and the fairy photographs, real-life Ghostbusters, and much more! Plus, kids will love the breakdowns of some of the most iconic pop culture detectives and mystery writers like Agatha Christie. The book even includes some fun forensic science activities that kids can do at home to help them better understand how evidence is found and how mysteries can be solved." -- Provided by publisherThe Unofficial Holy Bible for Minecrafters: Stories from the Bible Told Block by Block
By Christopher Miko, Garrett Romines. 2016
Minecraft has taken the gaming world by storm. Parents of children who play Minecraft will love this fun, educational collection…
of Bible stories. With the world of Minecraft as a backdrop using vivid, full-color screenshots, this book allows children to experience the Bible as never before.Authors Christopher Miko and Garrett Romines are teachers who have used Minecraft to create imaginative worlds in their classrooms. Now, they have created Bible stories with virtual blocks to produce vibrant, 3-D worlds filled with adventure and astonishing imagination.With fascinating scripture and narrative simplified to teach young readers the most powerful stories ever told, this is the perfect gift. The images created feature not only magnificent, vast terrains often found in Minecraft but also artfully re-created Bible characters, such as Adam and Eve, and superb designs of Noah’s ark. Engaging stories including the Tower of Babel and the story of David and Goliath are here. With more than 250 images, young readers will explore the story of creation, the journey of Abraham, Moses’s great journey, Jonah and the whale, and more!The Unofficial Holy Bible for Minecrafters: Old Testament makes the Bible more entertaining, engaging, and accessible for children than ever!Laugh and Grow Bible for Kids: The Gospel in 52 Five-Minute Bible Stories
By Phil Vischer. 2020
Written by VeggieTales® creator Phil Vischer, the Minno Laugh and Grow Bible for Kids is more than a children's storybook…
Bible . . . it's a deep, engaging, and whimsical gospel experience. The Minno Laugh and Grow Bible for Kids guides readers ages 4 to 8 from Genesis to Revelation, retelling beloved Bible stories AND tackling tricky questions like "What is sin?"Each story is vividly illustrated, takes just five minutes to read, and includes a Family Connection section to encourage family Bible study and help readers learn, talk, and pray together! PLUS, bonus content connects the dots of each Bible story, making the Minno Laugh and Grow Bible for Kids a family devotional Bible that provides a big picture, applicational view of the Biblical narrative.Key Features:Written by VeggieTales® creator Phil VischerIncludes 52 beautifully-illustrated Bible stories from Genesis to RevelationFamily Connection at the end of each story makes this children's Bible perfect for family devotional time.Features bonus content including maps, charts, and other tools not usually found in a Bible for kidsClearly teaches kids ages 4 to 8 about God's love and the gospelPreviously published as the Laugh and Learn Bible for Kids.Philippians: Revised Edition (Word Biblical Themes #Vol. 43)
By Gerald F. Hawthorne. 1987
A companion series to the acclaimed Word Biblical CommentaryFinding the great themes of the books of the Bible is essential…
to the study of God's Word and to the preaching and teaching of its truths. These themes and ideas are often like precious gems: they lie beneath the surface and can only be discovered with some difficulty. While commentaries are useful for helping readers understand the content of a verse or chapter, they are not usually designed to help the reader to trace important subjects systematically within a given book a Scripture.The Word Biblical Themes series helps readers discover the important themes of a book of the Bible. This series distills the theological essence of a given book of Scripture and serves it up in ways that enrich the preaching, teaching, worship, and discipleship of God's people. Volumes in this series:Written by top biblical scholarsFeature authors who wrote on the same book of the Bible for the Word Biblical Commentary seriesDistill deep and focused study on a biblical book into the most important themes and practical applications of themGive reader&’s an ability to see the "big picture" of a book of the Bible by understanding what topics and concerns were most important to the biblical writersHelp address pressing issues in the church today by showing readers see how the biblical writers approached similar issues in their dayIdeal for sermon preparation and for other teaching in the church Word Biblical Themes are an ideal resource for any reader who has used and benefited from the Word Biblical Commentary series, and will help pastors, bible teachers, and students as they seek to understand and apply God&’s word to their ministry and learning.Hosea-Jonah: Hosea - Jonah (Word Biblical Themes #31)
By Douglas Stuart. 1989
A companion series to the acclaimed Word Biblical CommentaryFinding the great themes of the books of the Bible is essential…
to the study of God's Word and to the preaching and teaching of its truths. These themes and ideas are often like precious gems: they lie beneath the surface and can only be discovered with some difficulty. While commentaries are useful for helping readers understand the content of a verse or chapter, they are not usually designed to help the reader to trace important subjects systematically within a given book a Scripture.The Word Biblical Themes series helps readers discover the important themes of a book of the Bible. This series distills the theological essence of a given book of Scripture and serves it up in ways that enrich the preaching, teaching, worship, and discipleship of God's people. Volumes in this series:Written by top biblical scholarsFeature authors who wrote on the same book of the Bible for the Word Biblical Commentary seriesDistill deep and focused study on a biblical book into the most important themes and practical applications of themGive reader&’s an ability to see the "big picture" of a book of the Bible by understanding what topics and concerns were most important to the biblical writersHelp address pressing issues in the church today by showing readers see how the biblical writers approached similar issues in their dayIdeal for sermon preparation and for other teaching in the church Word Biblical Themes are an ideal resource for any reader who has used and benefited from the Word Biblical Commentary series, and will help pastors, bible teachers, and students as they seek to understand and apply God&’s word to their ministry and learning.Joshua: The History Books - Part 1 Joshua - 1 Kings (Word Biblical Themes)
By Trent C. Butler. 1991
A companion series to the acclaimed Word Biblical CommentaryFinding the great themes of the books of the Bible is essential…
to the study of God's Word and to the preaching and teaching of its truths. These themes and ideas are often like precious gems: they lie beneath the surface and can only be discovered with some difficulty. While commentaries are useful for helping readers understand the content of a verse or chapter, they are not usually designed to help the reader to trace important subjects systematically within a given book a Scripture.The Word Biblical Themes series helps readers discover the important themes of a book of the Bible. This series distills the theological essence of a given book of Scripture and serves it up in ways that enrich the preaching, teaching, worship, and discipleship of God's people. Volumes in this series:Written by top biblical scholarsFeature authors who wrote on the same book of the Bible for the Word Biblical Commentary seriesDistill deep and focused study on a biblical book into the most important themes and practical applications of themGive reader&’s an ability to see the "big picture" of a book of the Bible by understanding what topics and concerns were most important to the biblical writersHelp address pressing issues in the church today by showing readers see how the biblical writers approached similar issues in their dayIdeal for sermon preparation and for other teaching in the church Word Biblical Themes are an ideal resource for any reader who has used and benefited from the Word Biblical Commentary series, and will help pastors, bible teachers, and students as they seek to understand and apply God&’s word to their ministry and learning.Psalms: A Brief Survey Of The Bible, Session 7 (Word Biblical Themes)
By Leslie C. Allen. 1987
A companion series to the acclaimed Word Biblical CommentaryFinding the great themes of the books of the Bible is essential…
to the study of God's Word and to the preaching and teaching of its truths. These themes and ideas are often like precious gems: they lie beneath the surface and can only be discovered with some difficulty. While commentaries are useful for helping readers understand the content of a verse or chapter, they are not usually designed to help the reader to trace important subjects systematically within a given book a Scripture.The Word Biblical Themes series helps readers discover the important themes of a book of the Bible. This series distills the theological essence of a given book of Scripture and serves it up in ways that enrich the preaching, teaching, worship, and discipleship of God's people. Volumes in this series:Written by top biblical scholarsFeature authors who wrote on the same book of the Bible for the Word Biblical Commentary seriesDistill deep and focused study on a biblical book into the most important themes and practical applications of themGive reader&’s an ability to see the "big picture" of a book of the Bible by understanding what topics and concerns were most important to the biblical writersHelp address pressing issues in the church today by showing readers see how the biblical writers approached similar issues in their dayIdeal for sermon preparation and for other teaching in the church Word Biblical Themes are an ideal resource for any reader who has used and benefited from the Word Biblical Commentary series, and will help pastors, bible teachers, and students as they seek to understand and apply God&’s word to their ministry and learning.1 and 2 Kings (Word Biblical Themes)
By Dr, T. R. Hobbs. 1989
A companion series to the acclaimed Word Biblical CommentaryFinding the great themes of the books of the Bible is essential…
to the study of God's Word and to the preaching and teaching of its truths. These themes and ideas are often like precious gems: they lie beneath the surface and can only be discovered with some difficulty. While commentaries are useful for helping readers understand the content of a verse or chapter, they are not usually designed to help the reader to trace important subjects systematically within a given book a Scripture.The Word Biblical Themes series helps readers discover the important themes of a book of the Bible. This series distills the theological essence of a given book of Scripture and serves it up in ways that enrich the preaching, teaching, worship, and discipleship of God's people. Volumes in this series:Written by top biblical scholarsFeature authors who wrote on the same book of the Bible for the Word Biblical Commentary seriesDistill deep and focused study on a biblical book into the most important themes and practical applications of themGive reader&’s an ability to see the "big picture" of a book of the Bible by understanding what topics and concerns were most important to the biblical writersHelp address pressing issues in the church today by showing readers see how the biblical writers approached similar issues in their dayIdeal for sermon preparation and for other teaching in the church Word Biblical Themes are an ideal resource for any reader who has used and benefited from the Word Biblical Commentary series, and will help pastors, bible teachers, and students as they seek to understand and apply God&’s word to their ministry and learning.1 and 2 Chronicles (Word Biblical Themes)
By Dr Roddy Braun. 1991
A companion series to the acclaimed Word Biblical CommentaryFinding the great themes of the books of the Bible is essential…
to the study of God's Word and to the preaching and teaching of its truths. These themes and ideas are often like precious gems: they lie beneath the surface and can only be discovered with some difficulty. While commentaries are useful for helping readers understand the content of a verse or chapter, they are not usually designed to help the reader to trace important subjects systematically within a given book a Scripture.The Word Biblical Themes series helps readers discover the important themes of a book of the Bible. This series distills the theological essence of a given book of Scripture and serves it up in ways that enrich the preaching, teaching, worship, and discipleship of God's people. Volumes in this series:Written by top biblical scholarsFeature authors who wrote on the same book of the Bible for the Word Biblical Commentary seriesDistill deep and focused study on a biblical book into the most important themes and practical applications of themGive reader&’s an ability to see the "big picture" of a book of the Bible by understanding what topics and concerns were most important to the biblical writersHelp address pressing issues in the church today by showing readers see how the biblical writers approached similar issues in their dayIdeal for sermon preparation and for other teaching in the church Word Biblical Themes are an ideal resource for any reader who has used and benefited from the Word Biblical Commentary series, and will help pastors, bible teachers, and students as they seek to understand and apply God&’s word to their ministry and learning.The distinctive languages, art, and mythologies of the ancient Celts give archaeologists with an enduring quest in Northern Europe. The…
Celts rarely used their written language, passing along beliefs, knowledge, and wisdom through oral traditions. Artifact-rich burial grounds, like the megalithic tombs at Newgrange, Ireland, inscribed stones, and stone circles like Stonehenge, all yield clues to their mysterious ways.National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common CoreLittle Archaeologist (A Science Tots Book)
By Dan Taylor. 2021
Teach your baby all about archaeologists with this new board book published in partnership with Smithsonian.Fossils. Shovels. Sieves. Brushes. These…
are all the important tools archaeologists use. In this new board book series published in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institute, young babies and toddlers will learn what an archaeologist does while enjoying playful art by Dan Taylor.Twelve Who Followed Jesus
By Sarah Fletcher. 1998
This book tells how the disciples came to follow Jesus and how He commissioned them "fishers of men" (Matt. 4:18-22;…
9:9-13; 10:1-42; Luke 5:1-11; and John 1:43-51). The Arch Book series tells popular Bible stories through fun-to-read rhymes and bright illustrations. This well-loved series captures the attention of children, telling scripturally sound stories that are enjoyable and easy to remember. Other Arch books are available in this library.David and Goliath
By Martha Streufert Jander. 2003
This book retells the story of David and Goliath (1 Samuel 17). The Arch Book series tells popular Bible stories…
through fun-to-read rhymes and bright illustrations. This well-loved series captures the attention of children, telling scripturally sound stories that are enjoyable and easy to remember. Other books in this series are available in this library.The Berenstain Bears Holy Bible, NIrV (Berenstain Bears/Living Lights: A Faith Story)
By Mike Berenstain. 2011
Perfect for school, church, and home, the Berenstain Bears’ Holy Bible, NIrV is a large-print Bible for early readers. It…
uses the full text of the New International Reader’s Version (NIrV) written at a third-grade reading level. With the addition of 18 full-color pages of the popular Berenstain Bears illustrations with related biblical virtues, this is the perfect chance for beginning readers to embark on their first exploration of the Bible with friendly faces guiding the way. Features include: Book introductions—provide the main theme of the book and an outline of the contents Dictionary—key Bible words for quick reference Eighteen full-color pages—featuring your favorite characters from the Berenstain Bears with highlighted verses that focus on character traits and virtues (such as respect, courage, and friendship) supported by God’s Word. Large print—12-point type for easy reading Presentation page—for personalization and gift giving Reading plan—for 150 famous stories of the Bible Complete New International Reader’s Version (NIrV) text—written at a third-grade reading level and specifically designed to help early readers discover the Bible for themselves, it’s the perfect steppingstone to the NIV.