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By Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain. 2008
How can you explain God&’s unconditional love to a child? Young readers will learn and appreciate the many ways God…
shows His love to them in this addition to the Living Lights™ series of Berenstain Bears books. Children will discover that God loves them because he made them, not because they&’re successful. The Berenstain Bears: God Loves You!—part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights™ series of books—is perfect for:Early readers, ages 4-8Reading out loud at home or in a classroomCreating conversations about individuality and uniquenessSupplementing God is love lessons that highlight the countless ways God shows His love to everyoneThe Berenstain Bears: God Loves You! :Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain familyContinues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain with the Berenstain Bears series of booksIs part of one of the bestselling children&’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to dateBy Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain. 2010
Young readers will understand the importance of hard and honest work in this addition to the Living Lights™ series of…
Berenstain Bears books. Children will learn about the importance of developing a strong work ethic.The Berenstain Bears and a Job Well Done—part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series of books with over 13 million copies sold—is perfect for:Early readers ages 4-8Reading out loud in classrooms, during story time, and at home or bedtimeBirthday gifts, Easter, holiday gift giving, or as a new addition to your e-librarySparking intentional conversations about how hard work pays off and the importance of strong work ethicsThe Berenstain Bears and a Job Well Done is an addition to the Living Lights™ series that:Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain familyContinues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain in this Berenstain Bears series of booksIs part of one of the bestselling children&’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to dateBy Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain. 2010
I&’ll make a kite. Just wait and see, with the special talents that God gave me! Papa and the Bear…
cubs enter a kite flying contest with a homemade kite. They work hard and do their best, but with all the negative comments they hear from others, will their kite actually fly let alone win the contest?The Berenstain Bears Do Their Best is a welcome addition to the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series with over 13 million copies sold since 2008.By Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain. 2010
Young readers will enjoy reading about Papa Bear and the Bear Scouts in The Berenstain Bears Hurry to Help, another…
addition to the Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series of books. Children will follow Brother and Sister Bear, the other scouts, and Scoutmaster Papa Bear as they look for ways to earn their Good Deed Merit Badges by helping others.The Berenstain Bears Hurry to Help—part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series of books—is perfect for:Early readers ages 4-8Reading out loud in classrooms, and during story time at home or at bedtimeBirthday gifts, Easter, holiday gift giving, or as a new addition to your home librarySparking conversations about the importance helping othersThe Berenstain Bears Hurry to Help is an addition to the Living Lights™ series that:Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain familyContinues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain in this Berenstain Bears series of booksIs part of one of the bestselling children&’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to dateIs a welcome addition to the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series with over 13 million copies sold since 2008By Granger Smith. 2024
Through a simple conversation between a boy and a tree, country-music star Granger Smith shares an incredibly powerful and deeply…
moving story filled with life lessons on loss, grief, and the strength gained in finding the light and the will to move forward with joy and purpose.In this wonder-filled and inspiring story of surprising loss but found strength, a boy encounters a red oak who shares forest wisdom about the rich soil and the nourishing sun, pointing the boy toward a simple truth about moving on: we must grow toward the light. With breathtaking artwork from Laura Watkins, this picture bookis for ages 4 to 8;is a message of hope and strength that is passed through generations;shares the value of pain, grief, and reaching out of the darkness toward the light; andis perfect for fans of The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse; The Velveteen Rabbit; The Invisible String or other beloved stories that teach life lessons through simple but profound moments.As you settle into the soothing nature of Granger's storytelling, let this meaningful interaction between a boy and a tree guide you toward the purpose and goodness of life.By Matthew Paul Turner. 2024
From the national New York Times bestselling author of When God Made You comes a lyrical, beautifully illustrated story reminding children that their worth comes…
from who they were created to be from the very beginning, with all their unique gifts and personalities.You belong! You do.You have light inside you.You can join the big story and help God make things new.When you know who you areand your people do too,That light that you shineis your power, your truth.You Will Always Belong is a joyous reminder that we were created by God with infinite beauty and purpose from the day we were born, just by existing as who we are, with all of our quirks and differences. In this hopeful and encouraging children's book, parents and kids alike will be encouraged to live confidently and freely as their whole selves, certain that God created everyone exactly as they are supposed to be. In You Will Always Belong, children will discover:• The truth that we matter to God and were designed with purpose• Encouragement towards acceptance and contentment• The gentle reminder that the people who truly love us love ALL parts of usBy Frank McCourt. 2007
The inspiration for the Emmy-nominated film and its companion Angela&’s Christmas Wish, now streaming on Netflix!Pulitzer Prize recipient Frank McCourt…
shares the story of his mother&’s childhood Christmas in this tender and heartwarming picture book, previously published as Angela and the Baby Jesus.Angela is six-years-old and worries for the baby Jesus on the altar of St. Joseph&’s church in Limerick. December nights are damp and cold, and the church is dark at night. How can the baby Jesus&’ mother leave him in the manger without even a blanket to cover him? The baby Jesus surely needs Angela&’s help, even if she is not allowed to go on the altar, especially by herself.Filled with the characters, incident, and detail that have made Frank McCourt internationally renowned and beloved, Angela&’s Christmas is a timeless story of real life—in all of its joy, innocence, and incongruity. A story for all generations to enjoy and cherish.By Eric Schrotenboer, Meredith Schrotenboer. 2024
God is full of love for your children, and This Special Blessing for You empowers them to live out who God wants…
them to be in the world. Encourage the kids in your life to spread love and kindness with this engaging rhyming picture book.Today is the day the world gets to see,the beautiful person God made you to be.Wherever you go, it&’s God&’s love you&’re expressing,so God sends you out with this special blessing.This Special Blessing for You uses words and phrases that help children better understand what God wants to communicate to them. Each promise and declaration is based on the Aaronic Blessing found in Numbers 6:23–27: &“The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; The Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.&”Children ages 4–8 will delight in these spiritual takeaways:God loves you so much and delights in your presenceEvery child is God&’s beautiful creation.God fills you with power and strength to be who God calls you to be.You carry God&’s name wherever you go.You show the world what God is like by how you love and serve one another. This Special Blessing for You is for:Reading first thing in the morning during family breakfast, or at the end of the day during nightly bedtime routinesSunday school and Christian school classes, to prepare children for who God is calling them to be and what God is calling them to do each day as they go out into the world.Parents and grandparents who want to share God&’s blessing with the children in their lives.Baptism, Easter, birthday, and any other gift-giving eventsBy Kierra Sheard-Kelly. 2024
Read by the author with an audiobook-exclusive conversation between the author and her mom! When the school talent show creates…
an issue between her and her friends, little Kiki learns what it means to follow your heart and be a leader. Based on a true story from the life of Grammy-nominated singer and actress Kierra Sheard-Kelly, this inspiring book helps kids discover how to best use their God-given gifts and what it means to be true to yourself even when it's not the popular thing to do. The school talent show is a big deal, and Kiki is thrilled when the popular girls ask her to perform with them. But when the song her new friends choose turns out to be one Kiki's parents don't want her singing, she must decide if it's more important to be popular and please her friends or speak up and do what she knows is right for her. Kiki Finds Her Voice helps children ages 4-8: Learn how to stand up to peer pressure Embrace their differences and love what makes them unique Better understand how their faith plays a part in their everyday lives In addition, Kiki Finds Her Voice is ideal for: bedtime and story time reading encouraging faith development, and building character and self-confidenceBy Michael Todd. 2024
In his first children&’s book, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Relationship Goals shares a tender story that helps…
kids understand how our families are strengthened by God&’s love. Drawing on key ideas from his #1 New York Times bestseller Relationship Goals, Pastor Michael Todd offers a fun and sweet tale about how developing a close relationship with God spills over into healthy relationships with our family and friends.Seven-year-old Isabella loves spending time with her mom and dad, so she feels left out when they prepare to go on a date night without her. Her father brings her into the kitchen and uses the faucet, a pitcher, and cups of water to illustrate how God fills him and Isabella&’s mom with love, and they pour love into each other by taking time for their relationship. Then all that love overflows onto their kids! When we make room for ourselves to be filled with God's love and care for our most important relationships, nobody&’s &“cup of love&” will run dry.By Mike Berenstain. 2024
Gramps loves to play his violin, but unfortunately, he isn't very good! Brother, Sister and Honey Bear learn that being…
polite is more than just saying 'Please' and 'Thank you' in this humorous Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit storybook!Kids ages 3 to 7 will enjoy this sweet, faith-based story filled with fun, colorful illustrations—it&’s the perfect read-aloud for any day! The Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit series celebrates the joy of faith, family, and friends—values essential to a wholesome and fulfilling life!This 32-page hardcover storybook, created by Mike Berenstain, son of Stan and Jan Berenstain, includes a soon-to-be classic story about being polite. When Gramps finds his old violin, the cubs are happy to listen. But when they hear Gramps play, they must learn how to choose kind words and be polite!By Bob Hartman. 2024
Clever Cub is a curious little bear who LOVES to cuddle up with the Bible and learn about God. …
Clever Cub thinks the sea is amazing! Mama Bear reminds him that the Maker of the seas is even more amazing as she tells her cub the story of Jesus walking on water. In this engaging picture book, the author of the YouVersion Bible App for Kids: Tells the incredible story of Jesus walking across the Sea of Galilee in Mark 6:45–54 Helps kids ages 3 to 6 think of all the amazing things Jesus did Teaches young readers that God is worthy of praise and trust Clever Cub Is Amazed by God is part of the delightful Clever Cub Bible Stories series. Also check out Clever Cub Explores God&’s Creation, Clever Cub Sings to God, Clever Cub Gives Thanks to God, Clever Cub Welcomes Baby Jesus, Clever Cub Learns about Love, Clever Cub and the Easter Surprise, Clever Cub Learns to Share, Clever Cub Trusts God, Clever Cub and the Case of the Worries, Clever Cub Tells the Truth, Clever Cub Forgives a Friend, Clever Cub Invites Someone New, and Clever Cub Learns to Obey.By Amanda Jenkins, Dallas Jenkins. 2023
Jesus Loves the Little Children is a charming children's book about a little girl who meets Jesus and is captivated…
by His kindness, sense of humor, and availability—and then brings all her friends to meet Him too. Abigail talks a lot. A LOT. So when she meets Jesus for the first time, she talks about him to every kid she can find. Together the children gather at Jesus&’ campsite and discover that even Abi, with all her words, couldn&’t have fully described the wonder, wisdom, and fun they would find there. Based on season one, episode three of the groundbreaking TV show, The Chosen, this book will provide little readers with a new experience of Jesus—His kindness, His sense of humor, His availability, and His love for &“the least of these&” through the eyes of children just like them.By Bob Hartman. 2024
From bestselling children&’s author Bob Hartman, the Clever Cub Bible Stories series uses vibrant illustrations and engaging stories to help…
parents teach children biblical truths. Children ages 3 to 6 will learn about the importance of obedience and how God is amazing in books 13 and 14 of the popular Clever Cub Bible Stories series from author Bob Hartman. Clever Cub Learns to Obey: Papa Bear tells Clever Cub to apologize to Skippy Squirrel, but Clever Cub refuses to obey. Through Papa Bear&’s retelling of the story of Elisha and Naaman (2 Kings 5:1-19), Clever Cub sees that obeying God is always good to do—even when it&’s hard! Questions at the end of every book in the Clever Cub Bible Stories series help parents and ministry leaders begin conversations.By Betsy R. Rosenthal. 2012
"Rosenthal's spare writing superbly captures the emotional growth of a girl on the cusp of adolescence, despite its specific historical…
context."--School Library Journal "The overall tone is one of solidarity in spite of difficulties."--Booklist "This would serve as an excellent class readaloud as well as appealing to fans of both poetry and memoir."--Bulletin —By Brentom Jackson. 2024
In a story full of style, sass, and significance, a young boy goes on a quest for the perfect Easter church…
outfit, inspired by elders from his community. Along the way learns about the importance of Easter traditions to his family, his ancestors, and the Black church.Elijah is on a mission to find the perfect church outfit for Easter. But when failed attempts at his town&’s stores leave Elijah disappointed, an important conversation with Deacon Brown and Mother Green about tradition, culture, and clothing gives him the courage to create his own Easter masterpiece: a patchwork of perfection that tells his story with style.Families at Easter will appreciate seeing the themes of church and Black culture throughout Elijah's quest, in this sweet yet important story about a young boy's journey toward an understanding of those who came before him.An afterword from the author delves into the traditions and culture of Black communities at Easter and the historical importance and significance of Easter clothing and style.By Kierra Sheard-Kelly. 2024
When the school talent show creates an issue between her and her friends, little Kiki learns what it means to…
follow your heart and be a leader. Based on a true story from the life of Grammy-nominated singer and actress Kierra Sheard-Kelly, this inspiring picture book helps kids discover how to best use their God-given gifts and what it means to be true to yourself even when it&’s not the popular thing to do.The school talent show is a big deal, and Kiki is thrilled when the popular girls ask her to perform with them. But when the song her new friends choose turns out to be one Kiki&’s parents don&’t want her singing, she must decide if it&’s more important to be popular and please her friends or speak up and do what she knows is right for her. Kiki Finds Her Voice helps children ages 4-8:Learn how to stand up to peer pressureEmbrace their differences and love what makes them uniqueBetter understand how their faith plays a part in their everyday lives In addition, Kiki Finds Her Voice is ideal for:birthday, back-to-school, Christmas, and holiday giftsbedtime and story time readingencouraging faith development, and building character and self-confidenceBy Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young. 2023
A unique and delightful children&’s book about how God&’s glory can be found all around us every day, from the…
award-winning author of Cora Cooks Pancit.&“Mama, what exactly is glory?&”When Zayla asks her mom to describe God&’s glory, Mama knows it&’s time for an adventure! Together, Mama and Zayla discover how sunrises and dancing, daffodils and green peppers, kind words and loving hugs—and more!—are all reminders of God&’s glory.Award-winning author Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young&’s rich multicultural story and Alyssa De Asis&’s vibrant artwork make Chasing God&’s Glory a unique invitation to notice and celebrate the radiance of God&’s light and love as you and your family become &“glory chasers.&”By Ciara, Russell Wilson. 2022
From Grammy-winning pop star Ciara and Super Bowl champion quarterback Russell Wilson comes a picture book to inspire young readers…
to see the value in themselves, be brave, and go after their biggest dreams! Why not you? Amazing you! You&’re a winner! You&’re so strong! You are perfect and important—you and all your gifts belong! We all have big dreams! Sometimes it&’s hard to imagine our big dreams coming true. But what if someone saw all the amazing and spectacular parts of us—our winning smiles, our fancy feet, our warm hearts—and asked, &“Why not you?&” Whether it&’s becoming a football player or a pop star or the president or a scientist: Why not you? In this picture book debut, superstars Ciara and Russell Wilson encourage readers to see themselves achieving their dreams, no matter how outrageous they may seem. It&’s a lyrical celebration of self-esteem, perseverance, and daring to shoot for the stars.By Obert Skye. 2019
On one dark and windy night, Ozzy steps out of bed, jumps out his window, and walks straight into the…
ocean. It's as if someone is controlling Ozzy's mind. He's saved by Sigi, Rin's daughter, and Clark, a mechanical robot bird. More than ever, Ozzy could really use the services of Rin, the Wizard for Hire. LDS fiction. Adult