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Berenstain Bears Easter Blessings
$9.95Add to cartStan and Jan Berenstain launched the Berenstain Bears books in 1962 with The Big Honey Hunt. Since that time, more than 365 Berenstain Bears books have been published, making it one of the best-selling children’s series ever. Today, Mike Berenstain continues his parents’ tradition of creating warm and engaging stories featuring the lovable Bear family.
In The Berenstain Bears’ Easter Blessings, the cubs learn about the many blessings in their lives, and especially the greatest blessing of all-the Resurrection of Jesus on Easter. The short, simple story and well-loved characters provide toddlers with a perfect introduction to this very important Christian holiday.
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Berenstain Bears Epic Dog Show
$7.95Add to cartBrother and Sister Bear may have come up with their greatest idea yet: a super-duper dog show to be held at the Beartown church fair. Dogs large and small will do amazing tricks, and Dr. Hairball, the vet, will judge. The Arfo Dog Biscuit Company has even agreed to give out prizes to each and every dog. It’s sure to be the best dog show ever, or is it? Find out what happens when Too-Tall and the gang decide to crash the big show.
The Berenstain Bears’ Epic Dog Show is an engaging early reader chapter book that features black and white illustrations alongside entertaining text and relatable characters. As read-alone or read-aloud, it helps kids connect plot to chapter structure and will have teachers and librarians asking for more. And as part of the beloved Living Lights series, it’s the perfect segue for emerging readers and fans of the brand.
When kids graduate from picture books to chapter books, it’s a great moment. Mama, Papa, Brother, Sister, and Honey will captivate readers ages 6-10 who are ready to take the next step in their reading comprehension.
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Boy And The Ocean
$18.95Add to cartBest-selling author Max Lucado celebrates the love of God in this simple story about a boy, his parents, and the wonder of creation. From the vast reaches of the ocean to the towering heights of the mountains, Lucado takes readers on a journey of discovery and thanksgiving, inviting them to delight in creation’s ability to illustrate and reflect the unmatched love of the Creator. Filled with beautiful illustrations and easy-to-understand language, this charming tale teaches children about the God whose love never ends, and will undoubtedly remain a favorite among families for years to come.
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Crayon Kingdom : A Story About Unity And Working Together
$13.95Add to cartCrayons of every color are happily drawing their world. But when Green decides his life might be better if he could only work with other greens, trouble comes to the Crayon Kingdom. Soon, his idea spreads to other crayons. Will their world be as beautiful in only one color?
Children will enjoy this tale about how we are each uniquely designed to work together to create God’s masterpiece. The story celebrates the beauty of diversity as well as the blessing of unity we find in Psalm 133:1 (MSG): How wonderful, how beautiful, when brothers and sisters get along!
Author: Jennie Bishop
Bestselling author Jennie Bishop has a real passion for the values of purity and family, and promoting a culture of virtuous living. Through her organization, Purity Works, she raises awareness of God’s plan for purity. Traveling internationally, as well as throughout much of North America, Jennie teaches biblical concepts on purity of the heart and body to both adults and children. Her other best-selling children’s books include The Princess and the Kiss, The Squire and the Scroll, and The Three Gifts of Christmas.
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God Gave Us Family
$14.95Add to cartLittle Pup wants to get a better understanding of why there’s only one wolf pup in his family while others have brother and sister pups. Mama and Papa travel with their little guy, introducing him to new family members, helping him to recognize different family types, and how family members support and love each other.
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Good Good Father
$18.95Add to cart“Oh, I’ve heard a thousand stories of what they think you’re like . . . but I’ve heard the tender whisper of love . . . and you tell me that you’re pleased . . . and that I’m never alone. You’re a good, good Father.”
Experience the truth of God’s love for His children in refreshing, heart-warming ways through the story of Good Good Father. Illustrated with stunning art and penned by Grammy award-winning Christian music artist Chris Tomlin and Pat Barrett.
Good Good Father is the story of a little bear named Tucker whose life and townspeople are forever changed when they learn just how great the King’s love is for them. When Tucker’s town is in trouble, he seeks help from the King who lives on a hill in a castle where the door is always open. Along the way he encounters a variety of humorous and delightful animals who each know one great thing about the King. But they all have a different view of what makes him good. Tucker wants to take a perfect gift to the King in hopes he will be convinced to help, but the advice he receives along the way leave him more confused than ever. And he doubts why the King would have time for him and if he would really offer help. Just as Tucker is about to give up, the King runs to him offering love, acceptance, and help. This is a precious story that will leave children with a greater assurance that God truly is a good, good Father and they are loved by Him.
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Hockey Every Day Every Way
$16.95Add to cartHockey Every Day, Every Way, the third book in the Drop the Cup series, is inspired by Lila, a real-life hockey player with cerebral palsy who also happens to be one of the fastest skaters on ice. When her family moves to Hockeytown, USA, right before Valentine’s Day, she’s afraid she won’t fit in, but her fellow hockey players make her feel right at home.
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Hooray For Hockey Day
$16.95Add to cartHooray for Hockey Day continues the story of brothers Blaine and Cullen, and their love of ice hockey, while introducing new characters like Ann, who also has Down syndrome like Blaine, and Aiden, a hockey player with one leg. The kids decide to write to their governor to make Hockey Day a state holiday–and succeed beyond their wildest dreams.
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It Will Be Okay
$21.99Add to cartIn the end, it will be okay because God is always with us.Whether we like it or not, growing up brings change. For many children, this conjures fears that are sometimes real and sometimes imagined. How can kids learn that even when they face new and unfamiliar situations, they don’t have to be afraid? Little Seed and Little Fox are facing changes and brand new circumstances-and they don’t like it one bit! Through this unlikely friendship, children will discover that no matter how new or fearful their circumstances, God is always with them. The whimsical art by Natalia Moore will put a smile on kids’ faces and put their minds at ease. Just as Little Seed and Little Fox learn to trust that the Farmer is good and kind, children will also learn to trust God. Written by New York Times bestselling author Lysa TerKeurst, It Will Be Okay will help kids discover that the end, it really will be okay because we have a God who is good and kind and always with us.
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Its Hockey Season
$16.95Add to cartIt’s Hockey Season tells the tale of two brothers, Blaine and Cullen, who love ice hockey and each other. Cullen is the all-star team captain and his brother Blaine, who has Down syndrome, is the team manager. Blaine is clearly the unsung hero of the team; his leadership and unselfish actions speak louder than words. Young readers are able to learn respect and a better understanding for the challenges individuals with special needs face on a daily basis.
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Jingle Squirrels
$8.95Add to cartMerle and Pearl are still missing! Ruben has them hidden away in Israel, so Michael, Justin, Sadie, Jane, and Mr. and Mrs. Gomez take off on a rescue mission to get them back once and for all. In the meantime, Dusty finds himself trapped in a donkey retirement community alongside a quirky alpaca named Adriana, who just happens to be an expert lock picker! Adriana’s skills come in handy when she and Dusty find Merle and Pearl locked in the birdcage Ruben is using to transport them.
More silliness, chase scenes, and unexpected twists unfold as the squirrels try to evade recapture by Ruben. Eventually, Pearl, Dusty, and Adriana find themselves part of a live Nativity display, but where is Merle? Jingle Squirrels is a continuation of the Dead Sea Squirrels story, but it also tells the Christmas story of Christ’s birth. Readers will learn that God is our Rescuer and Redeemer. Key Verse is John 3:16.
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Maria Finds Courage
$19.95Add to cartFind the Courage to Try Something New
When Maria’s family moves to a new town, her parents sign her up for the summer soccer team to help her meet new friends. But Maria has never tried soccer before. She would rather be back on her old swim team. Maria is afraid she will be the worst player and no one will like her.
Coach Tony and Coach Lauren remind Maria everything is new at first. Maria will have to give soccer a try to see if she likes it. What have you wanted to try but were afraid to? Like Maria, you can have the courage to try something new, because who knows? That new thing you try might just become your next favorite thing!
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Join the Team!The Team Dungy series of picture books for young readers, ages 6-9, teaches character-building lessons through the familiar world of sports.
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Princess And The Kiss
$14.95Add to cartA loving king and queen present their daughter with a gift from God—her first kiss—to keep or give away. The wise girl waits for the man who is worthy of her precious gift. But where is he and how will she ever find him? A marvelous, beautifully illustrated parable for children and parents.
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Servant Like Jesus
$11.99Add to cartCharlie is a shy kid who hides behind the cleanup sink at school. However, after his teacher asks him to be her helper, he springs into action when the fire coral stings his friend Bernie. Charlie goes to bed a little bit early because he wants to make sure he gets a goodnight’s sleep. He wants to be a good helper for Miss Stella. He had decided that it was way more fun to be a helper than to hide behind a sink! Before he falls asleep, Charlie prays, “Dear Jesus, thank you for my great first day of school, and thank you for my mommy and daddy, all my new friends and for Miss Stella. Help me to always help others. Amen.” Charlie learns he can overcome his shyness and be a servant like Jesus.
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Very Happy Easter
$6.95Add to cartThis book is a bit different from others.
In most books there is work for your eyes and ears. You look at the pictures, and listen to the words.
But in this book, there is work for your face too!
This fresh retelling of the Easter Story focuses on the emotions of Jesus’ friends and invites children to copy the expressions they are making.
As they learn about how Jesus died and rose again, they will see that Jesus’ friends felt fear, sadness, surprise and joy, and they will have the opportunity to think about how they would have felt.
This book is a great way to make story time interactive and explain Easter to young children in a way that connects emotionally and builds empathy.
A wonderful Easter gift for young children. Also perfect for mums and toddler groups and to give away at Easter services and other evangelistic events
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We Chose You
$19.95Add to cartEvery Family is Created by God
God forms families in many different ways and sizes, but all are equally important and special.
When adopted son Calvin needs to tell about his family for a class assignment, he discovers his parents were praying for him long before they chose him. Not only that, but God chose them for Calvin. It wasn’t by chance and it wasn’t an accident. It was according to His plan.
We Chose You was written to communicate to all children, whether birthed or adopted, that they are chosen. That they are secure. That they are loved. This is a message every child needs to hear.
Let this book give you the words to tell your child about your family’s unique story.
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What A Bragger
$11.99Add to cartA National Indie Excellence Awards Finalist, Melissa likes to brag that she can swim the fastest, climb the highest, and has the best of everything. Corey finds her crying in the sand box with her broken shovel, the only toy she had. They all chip in treasure coins for her birthday present. Melissa prays, giving thanks to God for her friends, and learns they are more important than all the toys in the sea.
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What A Bragger
$12.95Add to cartMultiple Award-Winning book series helps to build a strong, foundational relationship with Jesus, while teaching love, and compassion for others! Melissa likes to brag that she can swim the fastest, climb the highest, and has the best of everything. Corey finds her crying in the sand box with her broken shovel, the only toy she had. They all chip in treasure coins for her birthday present. Melissa prays, giving thanks to God for her friends, and learns they are more important than all the toys in the sea.
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When I Pray For You
$15.95Add to cartFrom the best-selling author of When God Made You and When God Made Light comes a beautifully affirming, deeply meaningful prayer from a parent to a loving God, asking for God’s presence and comfort over the life of a child.
Something about seeing a beloved child come into the world, grow, and experience the wonder and pain of life drives adults to pray for the kids they love. Even people with no religious affiliation will pray for the well-being of a child. When I Pray for You celebrates the dreams, hopes, and longings we pray over our children, and shares with the little ones how much care, concern, and love a parent, family member, or friend feels for them.
From the moment I saw you,
I started to pray.
Big prayers and small ones
I have sent God’s way.I prayed you felt safe,
full of joy and content.
When I whispered “I love you,”
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Win Or Lose I Love You
$15.99Add to cartThis book will teach kids about winning and losing and that God loves us through both wins and losses! Lulu and her friend Max love playing with their animal friends in Lulu’s Forest. It’s Field Day, and they can’t wait to help the animals have a terrifically fun day. And the winner of Field Day gets to be the leader of Lulu’s Forest and live in the Tall, Tall Tree! But the competition is fierce, even in the silly costume contest, and not all of the animals handle winning and losing very well. Sore losers and bad attitudes are taking the fun straight out of Field Day! When Coyote loses the obstacle course race, he throws a tantrum and flips over the table covered in pies for the pie-eating contest. What a mess! Just when the day seems ruined, Lulu and Max lovingly begin to teach important lessons about winning and losing, and Bear-Bear steps in and helps turn the day around. It’s down to the final competition. Who will be the leader of the Forest? Lulu and Max’s decision is a big surprise, but it turns out to be one worth celebrating. Just like Lulu and Max help the animals, parents will be able to use this imaginative book to teach their little ones important lessons about winning and losing. Kids will learn to have fun and do their best, all with great attitudes and good sportsmanship
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World Is Awake
$21.95Add to cartThis is the day the Lord has made.A butterfly floats through the sun and the shade,while dragonflies flit past the flowers and treesand grasshoppers hop in the soft morning breeze.The World Is Awake, A celebration of everyday blessings, written by Emmy Award winner and ABC News correspondent Linsey Davis with Joseph Bottum, is a lyrical, rhyming story for young children intended to make them feel safe and joyful, cradled in the hands of God. Paired with bright and engaging illustrations by Lucy Fleming, this book inspires children to be thankful for all of God’s blessings that surround us in our daily lives. From the nature in our own backyard to the animals at the zoo, The World is Awake is a celebration of God’s wonderful world.The bold and beautiful cover of this book features spot gloss and embossing.
