Who Is God?
Who is God? God is our creator, artist, Father, friend, helper, teacher, judge, and shepherd. He is love and light. He is within us and among us. He is both the Holy Spirit and Jesus Christ. Through scripture, poetry, and whimsical and relatable illustrations, little ones of all ages and their families can explore who God is and how they should live as Christians. This book is meant to be cherished through many nights, grow with your child, and become a new beloved bedtime read.Exodus 3:14 NIV God said to Moses, "I AM WHO I AM. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: 'I AM has sent me to you.'"Matthew 28:20 NIV"And teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."
Rami and Ramadan
Rami and his family took the holy month of Ramadan with devotedness it deserved. Rami had many favorite aspects of the month of fasting, but his favorite was Eid al-Fitr.
Ruby Finkelman Finds the Real Magic
A delightful and humorous exploration of responsibility and integrity, seen through the charming lens of Jewish culture and values. Ruby Finkelman Finds the Real Magic is a whimsical and heartwarming picture book that resonates with the universal theme of doing the right thing. Set in the picturesque village of Kvellville, where kindness and respect are the norms, we meet Ruby Finkelman - a spirited and strong-willed young girl. Ruby's world is turned upside down when she decides to stop brushing her teeth. This seemingly small act sets off a chain of events, impacting the entire town. As Kvellville's harmony begins to unravel, Ruby confronts the consequences of her actions and realizes her power to make things right. Filled with humor, warmth, and playful storytelling, Ruby Finkelman Finds the Real Magic is more than just an entertaining tale. It's a celebration of Jewish values and a universal lesson in responsibility and making positive contributions to our world. This book is a delightful read for anyone who appreciates a story that blends cultural richness with timeless values.
Elsewhere in Odyssey
Come along for Volume 1 of an exciting Christian comic book series set Elsewhere in Odyssey--and elsewhere around the world!The little city of Odyssey is host to an ever-expanding series of faith-filled adventures, yet the wider scope of many of these stories is often only hinted at by the regulars at Whit's End. Collected here are the exciting follow-up stories that Adventures in Odyssey fans have always wondered about, such as: Is Donna Barclay really getting married?Whatever happened to Bernard Walton?How is it that the Rathbones seem to be following the Barclays around the world?Why is Dr. Regis Blackgaard still able to exploit the Imagination Station to further his dastardly plans, especially since he's not actually alive anymore?Elsewhere in Odyssey Volume #1 takes the whole family on a fun adventure by combining graphic-novel-style illustrations, biblical lessons, and humorous action that keeps kids glued to the pages.
Hope Comes to Stay
This poignant picture book helps children (ages 4 to 8) understand the complexities of grief, death, and dying in an honest, hopeful way. "That morning, men had buried Papa's body in the little town cemetery. He was hardly gone, but Lela missed him already." In a quaint coastal town in Maine, a young girl and her family grapple with the death of a loved one. With the help of a surprising new friend, Lela walks through different seasons of grief. Along the way, she learns meaningful lessons about loss and how to find hope and joy amid the sadness. Tenderly written and illustrated, this heartwarming, fictional tale equips children to cope with the confusing and conflicting emotions that come with the death of a loved one. For parents and caregivers, this book helps them initiate important family discussions about grief and loss.
White Christmas
White Christmas tells the story of Santa's desperate struggle to save Christmas when an unexpected twist of fate causes a year without snow. With no snow, the elves are unmotivated to make toys, and Christmas preparations are at a standstill. Santa discovers that Mother Nature, bored with the usual seasons, rearranged the weather, leaving the world in endless sunshine. After a heart-to-heart with Mother Nature, Santa convinces her to return the seasons to their rightful places. Snow begins to fall, toys are made, and Christmas is saved, making it the most magical white Christmas ever.A word-for-word audio read-along is included with this book. See the inside cover for instructions.
The Heart Who Wanted to Be Free (a Story about Finding Freedom Through Admitting Our Wrongs)
This fourth book in the StrongHeart Stories series helps kids ages 4 to 8 discover the freedom of admitting their wrongs. Two lies became three, and three became more, till the heart wasn't surewhat was true anymore.When a child disobeys and tries to hide, she soon discovers that lying leads to a sticky mess! How will she ever get unstuck? Through rhyming words and vibrant pictures, The Heart Who Wanted to Be Free helps children (and their parents!) embrace the freedom that comes through the practice of confession and forgiveness. Children learn from a very young age what is good behavior--and they learn to hide their wrongs too. Through this story, parents and teachers can do the holy work of creating an environment in which confession is seen as a gift, an act that frees even the smallest hearts from the burden of shame and lets us all receive God's grace. Like every book in the StrongHeart Stories series, The Heart Who Wanted to Be Free equips children with healthy, loving ways to deal with big feelings. This illustrated story series gives parents the guidance and biblical tools to prepare children for spiritual battles in developmentally appropriate ways--through Scripture, worship, rest, prayer, confession, and community.
Planted by the River
Timmy is just a sprout, but he listens each morning to the farmer who lovingly speaks life over him and promises he will someday be a strong tree with plentiful good fruit. One day, a terrible storm comes to the valley and puts Timmy to the test. Will he be uprooted, or emerge strong and fruitful?
When I Talk to God, I Talk about Feelings
From Chrissy Metz, star of the hit NBC television show This Is Us, and Bradley Collins comes a second heartwarming picture book in the New York Times bestselling series, all about using faith and prayer to explore the ups and downs of feelings! "A tender book to help little ones make sense of the emotions around prayer."--Kirkus reviews When I talk to God every day, there are so many things I want to say.Each day has its own special meaning.When I talk to God, I talk about feelings. From bear and wolf cubs to raccoons and squirrels, these animals pray to God describing the many feelings they experience each day. With warm and touching illustrations from Lisa Fields, this is a perfect introduction to prayer that allows little ones to learn about emotions through gentle and affirming reflection. Perfect for fans of When God Made You by Matthew Paul Turner, What Is God Like? by Rachel Held Evans, as well as Big Feelings by Alexandra Penfold.
