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.
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 Second Skater of the Apocalypse
With both realism and humor, this heartwarming novel describes the joys and the challenges of a modern English family. Like its prequel, My Family and Other Skaters, it features the ups, the downs, and the sometimes hilarious mishaps of six figure-skating brothers and sisters. In this story, the family's joy and resilience are put to the test during the COVID pandemic.
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.
Traveling with Jesus
Join Jesus and His friends as they travel to El Salvador to meet new friends and learn amazing lessons about serving others. This Mission Trip journey takes children on an adventure teaching the importance of trying new things and pushing past uncertainty and fears to truly serve others. Are you ready to go! Through her vivid illustrations, 16-year-old Madeline shares her own mission trip to El Salvador and her opportunity to serve our Lord. Text by Carolyn and Tiarra complete the story and message to inspire and comfort our future missionaries. Our churches' mission trips demonstrate ways to serve others across the county and around the globe. This book helps the younger children learn what their older siblings and church family are doing and how they can use these same teachings to serve here at home.This captivating story is helpful as a Sunday School or home school lesson or a Children's message when others are commissioned for mission work.
This Is the Day God Made for You!
From bestselling author Amy Parker, comes an inspirational story of hope and joy based on Psalm 118:2--now available as a board book! Right now is the moment. It's yours! Don't delay! Step into the sunshine. Yes, THIS IS THE DAY!Every day is a beautiful day to celebrate in this colorful, creative board book inspired by Psalm 118:24. With joyous rhymes and colorful illustrations that highlight a diverse group of children, this story encourages little ones to find beauty and wonder in every moment of the day. Perfect for parents and little ones to share and read aloud, this story is a jubilant declaration to seize each day that God has made, and an inspirational reminder that we can all make our world more glorious, too!
Demon Tide
A mysterious mansion. A society on the brink. A fight for their lives. When the government rolls out a new tagging program, Matt's family and three others know it's time to leave everything behind and flee north. Their destination? A mansion in the mountains, inherited from Matt's grandfather, Elias. But why did he leave it to them? No one knows. What they soon discover is that the mansion, like Elias himself, holds many secrets. As Matt and the others explore its dark halls, they realize it's not just a house-it's a training ground for warriors. What they uncover will terrify them to their core and force them to confront their untimely destinies. The secrets they've unearthed can no longer stay hidden. A darker scheme is unfolding-one that will change their lives forever. For Matt and his friends, the time has come to make a choice. It's time to hide, or hunt. There's no middle ground. This thrilling coming-of-age story will captivate fans of Ready Player One and Stranger Things, and is perfect for clean fiction readers aged 12-16.
The Berenstain Bears Faith, Hope, and Love Treasury
Calling all Berenstain Bears fans! Young readers will enjoy this collection of 8 stories in this addition to the Living Lights(TM) series of The Berenstain Bears books. Children will learn about faith, hope, love, and so much more alongside Brother, Sister, and Honey Bear.Join the Berenstain Bear cubs as they learn all about faith and heaven, hope and forgiveness, and the love of family and friends with The Berenstain Bears Faith, Hope, and Love Treasury. Young readers will discover ways to implement traditional religious values and share God's goodness and love in Zonderkidz The Berenstain Bears Living Lights(TM) series of books.This value-priced treasury of teaches children: How to be respectful, forgiving, and kind to othersThe importance of loving and accepting of your neighborFoundational faith topics such as prayer and heavenOpens each story in the collection with an applicable Scripture, reflecting its theme and lesson This special The Berenstain Bears 8-book collection is perfect for: Early readers, ages 4-8Reading out loud during story time, bedtime, or in classroomsBack to school or summer reading listsBirthday gifts, Easter, Christmas, or holiday gift giving, or as a new addition to your child's home library This new treasury, 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 date, includes: The Berenstain Bears God Loves You!The Berenstain Bears Say Their PrayersThe Berenstain Bears and the Forgiving TreeThe Berenstain Bears God Made You SpecialThe Berenstain Bears Learn About HeavenThe Berenstain Bears Love Is KindThe Berenstain Bears Faithful FriendsThe Berenstain Bears Keep the Faith The Berenstain Bears Living Lights(TM) series is written and illustrated by Mike Berenstain. It features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain family and continues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain with the Berenstain Bears series of books.
God's Masterpiece
Join the New York Times bestselling author of Flashlight Night in this fun picture book tour of an art museum! As kids marvel at the vibrant colors and incredible designs, they learn that God has crafted them as His very own works of art. Join two curious children on an adventure through an art museum in this charming celebration of how God made us. From Claude Monet's peaceful water lilies to Georgia O'Keeffe's stunning flowers, every piece the children see reflects the artist's God-given creativity. Elisabeth Hasselbeck's rhyming text connects the dots (or dot-dot-dots, in the case of master of pointillism Georges Seurat) to how God himself lovingly creates each of his children. On the last page of the book, kids will discover their own reflection in an inset mirror surrounded by an illustrated frame announcing that they are God's masterpiece! Our God makes us one of a kind!You're priceless, don't you seeBecause there is no other youand there is no other me!
Kaylee Prays for the Children of the World
God hears every prayer!Kaylee and her grandfather Halbi love reading the newspaper, faithfully fetched each morning by their dog, Keedo. As they read, they look for ways to pray for the children of the world. But when Kaylee encounters the photo of a sad boy halfway around the world she wonders, Does God really care?This story tenderly guides readers of any age toward the God who hears and answers our prayers--even when we feel overwhelmed or can't find the right words. From author Helen Lee and illustrator Shin Maeng, Kaylee Prays for the Children of the World features a Korean American family whose desire to seek after God will resonate with families of faith all around the world.Discover IVP Kids and share with children the things that matter to God!
I Am A Superhero
These children all have superpowers like you! They have Autism Spectrum Disorder or ASD. This makes them Superheroes. Do you want to know why? Read the book and find out. Remember, all kids with disabilities are Superheroes. You just need to find out what superpower you have.
Pippa Learns to Share the Spotlight
Engaging Picture Book Helps 3- to 6-Year-Olds Learn About Jealousy and Contentment- Pippa loves to be the center of attention but she learns how to share the spotlight- Includes conversation starters to help parents and young children personalize what's being learnedPippa is a pup who loves being the center of attention. She's used to parties and presents and parades where she's the one in the spotlight. But when she finds out she's going to be a big sister, everything changes. Everyone wants to talk about the new baby and nobody cares about Pippa anymore! And that makes Pippa jealous, angry, and afraid. What if her parents love the new baby more than they love her? What Pippa comes to learn is that love is the answer--not by measuring the love others feel for her but by experiencing the great love she comes to feel for her new little sister. This engaging book helps kids move past the jealousy of younger siblings to the fun being an older sibling can be.From veteran counselors and bestselling authors Sissy Goff and David Thomas, The Daystar Dogs series follows Pippa and her furry friends at the little yellow house in Nashville. As the puppies, and the kids they help, navigate hard situations, children will discover how to regulate emotions, develop necessary social skills, and discover the difference each puppy--and child--can make. Heartwarming and helpful, these books speak to the heart of what your child needs emotionally, socially, and spiritually today.
Happy Finds Her Calm
Engaging Picture Book Helps 3- to 6-Year-Olds Learn Self-Control- A fun story that shows kids how to find their calm so they can be good listeners and good friends- Includes conversation starters to help parents and young children personalize what's being learnedFriendly and outgoing, Happy is a boisterous puppy who is always excited! She has big ideas and an even bigger heart. But this tail-wagging, wiggly puppy often can't contain her boundless energy--which can be a little too much for some of the other dogs in her class at school, who may not always appreciate Happy's enthusiasm. She's found her fun, but now it's time for her to find her calm so that she can be a good listener and a good friend. This engaging book teaches kids the importance of self-control and gives them practical tools for developing it.From veteran counselors and bestselling authors Sissy Goff and David Thomas, The Daystar Dogs series follows Happy and her furry friends at the little yellow house in Nashville. As the puppies, and the kids they help, navigate hard situations, children will discover how to regulate emotions, develop necessary social skills, and discover the difference each puppy--and child--can make. Heartwarming and helpful, these books speak to the heart of what your child needs emotionally, socially, and spiritually today.
