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From Crossway Books & Bibles:

What Does the Bible Say About That? (ages 8-12)
Hundreds of everyday topics and cartoons spice up this kid-friendly book to assure 8- to 12-year-olds that God’s Word is relevant to their lives.

Most kids don’t realize it, but God’s Word has a lot to say about the things they care about most—and this lively book leaves no doubt about it. Covering more than 300 everyday topics in conversational, engaging, one-page units, 8- to 12-year-olds will get biblical perspective on such topics as: homework, dieting, anger, sports, classmates, the telephone, puberty, careers, siblings, rules, self-confidence, world events, sleep, friendship, nature, movies, embarrassment, tattoos, integrity, and knowing God, plus many more.

Each page of this kid-friendly book illustrates what a particular topic has to do with the Bible, what the Bible says about it, and how the Bible’s teaching applies to readers, so that they begin to understand how relevant God’s Word is to them. And with 200 original cartoons spicing up the presentation, What Does the Bible Say about That? is quite simply an unforgettably fun book for elementary-age kids—and a great conversation-starter for adults who know them.

Big Truths for Young Hearts (ages 9+)
Equips parents to guide their young children through all major doctrines in an understandable, chapter-a-day format.

Sure, it’s easy to teach your children the essentials of Christian theology when you’re a theology professor. But what about the rest of us?

With Big Truths for Little Hearts, Bruce Ware, (you guessed it!) a theology professor, encourages and enables parents of children 6–14 years of age to teach through the whole of systematic theology at a level their children can understand. Parents can teach their children the great truths of the faith and shape their worldviews early, based on these truths.

The book covers ten topics of systematic theology, devoting several brief chapters to each subject, making it possible for parents to read one chapter per day with their children. With this non-intimidating format, parents will be emboldened to be their children’s primary faith trainers—and perhaps learn a few things themselves along the way.

Hymns for a Kid’s Heart, Vol. 1
“My mouth is filled with your praise, and with your glory all the day.”— Psalm 71:8 (ESV)

In this book, Joni Eareckson Tada and Bobbie Wolgemuth collaborate to help you teach twelve classic hymns to the children you love. With richly orchestrated music, true stories, prayers, and Scripture, Hymns for a Kid’s Heart will feed your child’s soul.

KIDS WILL:

• Be inspired by the true stories of the hymn-writers.
• Connect with tenderly written devotionals.
• Learn to sing twelve classic Christian hymns.
• Practice piano and guitar with printed music.
• Understand more about God’s character and grace.
• Memorize a Bible verse with each hymn.
• Learn to pray along with their singing.

ADULTS WILL:

• Give children a lasting musical treasure.
• Experience the pleasure of filling young hearts with joy.
• Be equipped with the tools to teach children twelve classic hymns.
• Enlighten young people with an understandable theology.
• Enjoy prayer and Bible memorization with kids.

Includes a fully orchestrated CD with children’s voices singing along with Joni and Bobbie and simple piano music with guitar chords.

This is No Fairy Tale (ages 4-8)

From author Joy Delgado:

Zooprize Party book & activity book (child)
How would YOU like living next door to a group of nosy gerenuks? You would, IF it was your birthday. In Zooprise Party / Fiesta Zoorpresa it s Mori the okapi s birthday. When Sally the zookeeper wishes Mori a Happy Birthday, Lito, the nosiest of all the gerenuks, is listening at the fence between the two exhibits. Follow along as he gets his other neighbor, Elvis the king vulture to help him plan and pull off a surprise party for Mori. Will Mori be surprised? How will all the animals in the zoo get to the party? Find out in: Zooprise Party / Fiesta Zoorpresa by Rebekha Delgado This entertaining picture book is fully bilingual, English and Spanish, and there is an activity book that can also be purchased to take the story beyond reading.


From author Mary Jane Kelso:

Andy & the Albino Horse and Andy & Spirit Go to the Fair (children)
When Andy takes equine therapy he learns how to cope with his disabilities and searches for ways to get along with a bully at school. By learning about the horse and its own handicaps, Andy begins to see hope for himself and his future. Suggested age 5-12

Andy and Spirit Go to the Fair is the sweet story of a boy and a horse, their bond and loyalty to one another, and the challenges they must face because of being 'different'. K.C. Snider's colorful yet earthy illustrations bring the spirit of the West to life and children will particularly love the beautiful, majestic pictures of the horses. An inspiring tale about overcoming obstacles, this book carries a universal message that will be enjoyed by children and adults alike. --Mayra Calvani, Midwest Book Review Suggested age for readers 5-12

From author Kim McDougall:

Rainbow Sheep (ages 4-10)
Rainbow Sheep is a fiction picture book illustrated with felt ‘paintings.’ The text also includes instructions for two simple felt crafts for kids.

A Talent for Quiet (ages 8-12)
A TALENT FOR QUIET is a fiction picture book illustrated with stunning photography. It includes several pages of tips for kids to take better pictures.

Fairy tales tell about brave princes and beautiful princesses, castles, giants, magic, and other amazing things. But this story doesn’t need any of that. That’s because this story is no fairy tale. But it’s still amazing—and it’s true. This book tells the story of Jesus Christ so you will see him for who he is—not a fairy-tale character, but God’s Son and the one true Savior.