Childrens Books
The little barefoot boy is going crazy living with his five quarreling sisters, until his wise old grandfather offers a clever way to take care of the problem, in a lighthearted folktale with a lesson about contentment.
Beverly Lewis' wonderful picture book for families, Annika's Secret Wish, is now reissued with an audio CD for read-along or listen-only pleasure. Evie's roots contribute to the authenticity and warmth with which she narrates the story, including additional thoughts and feelings from Annika's own perspective suggested by the artwork on each page. Music and sound effects will pique the imaginations of young and old alike! This picture book with CD makes a cherished gift for families with children of all ages and will be enjoyed long after the Christmas season. The audio format is a great tool for early readers.
Susie Mae wants to be just like her mama, so she follows her around all day trying to do all the chores mama does on their Amish farm.
"What is heaven like?"A young boy and his sister, missing their recently departed grandfather, ponder heaven. In a quest for understanding, the boy sets off to ask everyone he encounters all about it--his teachers, the ice cream truck driver, the dentist, his family--and each person offers a different yet insightful response.For any child who is coming to terms with the loss of a loved one, or even those young ones who are simply curious, What Is Heaven Like? poignantly addresses the questions kids ask most often. The final page offers suggestions for parents and Christian educators."There are many rooms in my Father's house. If this were not true, I would have told you."John 14:2
An Important Picture Book From Beverly Lewis What parent hasn't urged her son or daughter not to stare or tease a child who is "different" or disabled in some way? As Jesse's sister struggle to understand her brother--and to deal with the kids who make fun of him--families everywhere will benefit from this sensitive yet realistic story about learning to understand and befriend a child with special needs.
Before a father leaves for his longest business trip yet, he encourages his son and daughter to remember, "Even when I'm not here, God is always with you." After he leaves, the boy and his sister spend a fun-filled day and star-filled night remembering everything their father told them about their heavenly Father: He is powerful, loving, everywhere, all-knowing, perfect, merciful, unchanging, creator, and a Father who wants to be known, talked to, obeyed, and worshipped. With imaginative text, Bible verses, and inspiring full-color illustrations, Bevery Lewis and Pam Querin take difficult concepts and bring them to life in the minds of children--and parents, too!