Christian Kids Books

The Way Home: A Princess Story By Max Lucado / Thomas Nelson Princess Anna, adopted by the king in her infancy and now a young woman, is intrigued by the world that lies beyond the lush, green hills of the kingdom. When she seeks to satisfy her curiosity, she falls under the influence of the Lowlanders and begins to resemble their haggard style. Never to let a child slip away that easily, the king follows her, and trades his life for hers in order to provide her with a way back home. Despite the king's sacrifice, the choice to return home is ultimately Anna's to make. The underlying truth is unmistakable as Max has crafted this powerful story that will speak to all of the King's children and implore them to follow the path that leads home. Recommended for ages 5 and up.

The Parable of the Lily, The Parable Series #2 By Liz Curtis Higgs / World Publications When the Farmer's daughter receives a mysterious gift, she is disappointed to find it's only some dirt and a lifeless bulb. But soon after tossing it out, she discovers that what was worthless and dead has come to life and turned into a beautiful Easter lily. Your kids will be captivated by this powerful tale of love, giving, and forgiveness. Recommended for ages 3 to 7.

The Body Book: It's a God Thing, The Lily Series By Nancy Rue / Zonderkidz Here it is...a book that has all the "girl stuff" young girls have been dying to know about. In The Body Book, they get the scoop on everything from puberty and cramps to diet and exercise. Filled with fun magazine-type quizzes and imaginative activities, The Body Book not only offers accurate up-to-date information on personal issues that pre-teen girls experience, but also shares it from a positive biblical perspective. Recommended for ages 8 to 12.

My Child, My Princess: A Parable About the King for Little Girls of All Ages By Beth Moore / Broadman / Holman What happens when a slightly spoiled princess becomes angry with her father, the king? Beth Moore's endearing re-imagining of Jesus' story of the prodigal son, paired with Beverly Warren's sepia-toned illustrations, will help princes and princesses experience their heavenly Father's unconditional love. This small gift book was originally published as A Parable About the King. Recommended for all ages.

The Oak Inside the Acorn By Max Lucado / Tommy Nelson In his touching picture book, master storyteller Max Lucado reveals that each one of us was created for a special purpose. The Oak Inside the Acorn is a heartwarming parable that encourages children to be the best they can be for God. This parallel to the bestselling book for adults, Cure for the Common Life, reminds parents to focus on their children's God-given abilities, while Children will see that all they need to do is to "Just be the tree God made you to be." Little Acorn sees himself as very small and he's unsure of what he's supposed to do in life. Eventually, he grows into Big Oak, but he still wonders about his purpose. Though he tries as hard as he can, he can't grow oranges like his friends the orange trees, or produce beautiful flowers like his friends Pink Petunia or Rosie. But finally, he discovers that his mighty branches were created for a very special purpose! Recommended for ages 5 to 10.

The Squire and the Scroll: A Tale of the Rewards of a Pure Heart By Jennie Bishop / Warner Press Little girls worldwide have embraced Jennie Bishop's best-selling morality tale The Princess and the Kiss--and ever since its publication, parents have been clamoring for a companion book for boys. Here's the answer! This captivating adventure follows a young squire who travels a long, dangerous road beside his brave knight on a quest for their king. The action builds until the final face-off with the monstrous, evil dragon. Only then does the Squire learn of the secret beyond the cave that ends in a joyous celebration for the entire kingdom. Children will gain valuable insight as they learn, along with the young squire, what it means to face the dangers of temptation, and what it takes to guard one's heart from all that is impure. Recommended for ages 6 and up.

My Day with Jesus, Board Book By Alice Joyce Davidson / Zonderkidz The donkey is so proud to be chosen to carry Jesus into Jerusalem. This board book tells the story of Palm Sunday from the donkey's point of view. Ages 4 and under. Small enough to fit in an Easter basket. Recommended for ages 4 and under.

Jesus Wants All of Me, Promo Edition By Phil A. Smouse / Barbour Publishing Generations of adults have cherished Oswald Chambers's My Utmost for His Highest. Now his timeless insights are available in a child-friendly format. Featuring a daily meditation, colorful cartoon illustrations, and a NKJV Scripture passage, this charming devotional takes kernels from Chambers' original and re-tells them for little hearts and minds. Jesus Wants All of Me also includes a presentation page and topical index, and makes the perfect gift for families with children ages 3 to 7.

The World of Dick and Jane and Friends By Grosset & Dunlap See Dick and Jane and all their friends--Tim, Spot and Puff, along with Mother, Father, and Sally--in this unique collection of three original best-loved readers. Includes the books: Guess Who, The New We Come and Go, and The New We Look and See.

Small Gift in God's Hands By Max Lucado / American Book Company God can do great things with small gifts---an amazing truth your kids will discover in this precious picture book! As a boy tells his story of how Jesus used his meager basket of food to feed thousands, your children learn just how much God values everything they do! Ages 3 to 7. 32 colorful pages, hardcover from Tommy Nelson.

Little Life Lessons Set: Tales of Virtue, 10 Booklets By Publications International Each story in this collection of 10 booklets features a different virtue. Beauty and the Beast teaches the virtue of courage, The Elves and the Shoemaker teaches the virtue of generosity, Cinderella teaches the virtue of humility, teaches the virtue of honesty, The Velveteen Rabbit teaches the virtue of love, The Ugly Duckling teaches the virtue of patience, Little Red Hen teaches the virtue of hard work, The Bell of Atri teaches the virtue of responsibility, Thumbelina teaches the virtue of perseverance, and The Lion and the Mouse teaches the virtue of friendship. Recommended for ages 3 to 7.

The Garden Wall: A Story of Love Based on 1 Corinthians 13 By Jennie Bishop / Warner Press From the author of the immensely popular The Princess and the Kiss and The Squire and the Scroll comes a lavishly illustrated story about love as it's celebrated in God's Word. Petra announces to her friend Seth that she wants to grow her own flower garden. He agrees to help her by building a wall to protect the delicate flowers from harm. But it's not easy. Sometimes they don't get along, and the work is even harder than they imagined. Will they give up? Can their friendship last when disaster strikes the garden? In this engaging children's story, healthy friendship grows into committed love as Seth and Petra build their beautiful garden and the wall to protect it. Children learn about having healthy relationships based on 1 Corinthians 13. Recommended for ages 8 and up.

A Young Man After God's Own Heart: Turn Your Life into an Extreme Adventure By Jim George / Harvest House Publishers Pursuing God really is an adventure--one that can sometimes get extreme. Becoming a young man after God's own heart is a lot like climbing a mountain. You'll find all kinds of challenges on the way up! But the awesome view at the top is well worth the trip. As you go higher and higher, you'll experience the thrill of knowing real success in life--the kind that counts with God. And it all starts by leaning God's priorities for you, including: Building your faith Choosing the right kind of friends Getting along at home Making wise choices about the future Fighting the battle against temptation Once you get started on the journey, you'll never be the same!

The Sugar Creek Gang Series, Volumes 1-6 By Moody Publishers Sugar Creek, Indiana. Once your 8- to 11-year-olds join in the faith-building adventures of Bill Collins and the rest of the gang, they'll discover that Sugar Creek is anything but a quiet little town. This 6-book set includes The Swamp Robber, The Killer Bear, The Winter Rescue, The Lost Campers, The Chicago Adventure, and The Secret Hideout. Softcovers, from Moody.

A Life God Rewards for Little Ones (Ages 2 to 5), Board Book By Bruce Wilkinson with Mack Thomas / Multnomah Kidz Endearing rhymes and artwork introduce your children to the eternal perspective of loving Jesus day by day. Ages 2 to 5. 16 pages, boardbook.

A Young Woman's Walk with God: Growing More Like Jesus By Elizabeth George / Harvest House Publishers Christian teens long to please God, but peer pressure, school activities, and physical changes make godly qualities such as patience, kindness, and selfcontrol hard to develop. In A Young Woman's Walk with God, author Elizabeth George shows teens how to develop the fruits of the Spirit by living for God moment by moment in their daily activities.

Created for Work: Practical Insights for Young Men By Bob Schultz / Great Expectations Co The author of Boyhood and Beyond now brings us Created for Work, a collection of tales that give us examples of the work that needs to be done, whether boy or man. All the stories are taken from real life and showcase a different trait (postitive or negative!) such as confidence, plodding, and keeping your word, among many other lessons. Each chapter has study questions at the end, making it perfect for a father-son or group discussion. 181 pages, softcover.

A Little Hero in the Making: Good Manners for the Young and Brave at Heart By Emilie Barnes, illustrated by Michal Sparks / Harvest House Gifts From best-selling author Emelie Barnes, this guide to good manners for your little man is fun and informative. Featuring winning illustrations by Michal Sparks, it shows young boys how to be heroes by helping at home, exploring their world, eating well, being brave, and becoming a great playmate--because small actions lead to kindnesses of heroic proportions! Recommended for ages 5 to 8.

Big Topics for Little Kids: Tell Me About Love By Joel Anderson / Thomas Nelson "Tell me about love." Where does a parent, grandparent, or teacher begin when presented with such a complicated inquiry? Through the simple story of a family and their dog's great love and sacrifice, Tell Me About Love helps children understand that true love is about self-sacrifice, and how much Jesus loves us. The Big Topics for Little Kids series is an excellent resource for anyone who wishes to explain hard-to-understand spiritual concepts to young children. With concrete examples to which children can relate, Joel Anderson breaks down huge concepts into tiny pieces that little minds can understand. He also provides parent/teacher activities that open the door for deeper discussion and exploration of Scripture. Parents will appreciate this tool that will help them discuss the abstract topics of faith with their children. Recommended for ages 5 to 8.

Animals of the Bible By Mary Hoffman / Dial Lions, a serpent, sheep, a dove, ravens, frogs . . . a menagerie of creatures pop up in Old Testament stories. Enhanced by Jackie Morris's lush watercolor illustrations, Hoffman's vivid retellings show how animals have challenged, tricked, helped, and rescued famous biblical characters. Engaging and fun for readers ages 4 to 8! 32 pages, hardcover from Dial.

TeenVirtue 1: Real Issues, Real Life--A Teen Girl's Survival Guide By Vicki Courtney / Broadman / Holman Looking for a fun-to-read survival guide for the teen years? Here it is! Teen Virtue addresses common issues girls your age face and points you to just the right passages in the Bible. Believe it or not, God cares about girl politics, boy problems, breakups, embarrassing moms, roller-coaster emotions, broken hearts and much more. He never intended for you to go it alone in the world, and He's given you the guidance you need. With a layout similar to that of a magazine, inside the pages of this guide you'll find short, easy-to-read articles and quizzes. Discover how you can make it through these tough years and reap the tremendous rewards of being a rare find with world far above rubies--a virtuous girl!

The World of Narnia Collection By C.S. Lewis / Harpercollins Publishing Experience wondrous adventures in the land of Narnia! This captivating picture book collection is based on The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, and gathers four individual picture books, Lucy Steps Through the Wardrobe, Edmund and the White Witch, Aslan, and Aslan's Triumph, into one volume. In Lucy Steps Through the Wardrobe, Lucy finds her way into the magical land of Narnia. Her brother, Edmund, follows her, and in Edmund and the White Witch, he is enchanted by the Witch. She promises him the throne of Narnia (as well as all the Turkish Delight he could eat!) in exchange for his bother and sisters. In Aslan, all of the children find themselves in Narnia and are taken to meet Aslan, the Great Lion. Together, in Aslan's Triumph, they set off to fight the White Witch and reverse her evil spell. C. S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia has captured the hearts and imaginations of countless readers. Now younger children can enter the world of Narnia with this very special picture book collection adapted from C. S. Lewis's beloved work. Deborah Maze's rich, detailed paintings, inspired by the original books, bring all the wonder and enchantment of Narnia glowingly to life. Recommended for ages 5 to 9.

The Bondage Breaker, Updated Youth Edition By Neil Anderson / Harvest House Publishers The spiritual warfare classic for teens is now even better! With a new emphasis on believers' security in Christ, this updated edition offers concrete guidance in a pressure-cooker world. Young people will learn how to recognize Satan's snares, wage war against temptation and bad habits, resolve spiritual conflicts, rely on the Holy Spirit, and more. 228 pages, softcover from Harvest.

Science & the Bible: 30 Scientific Demonstrations Illustrating Scriptural Truths By Donald DeYoung / Baker Use everyday household objects to illustrate natural laws, teach biblical principles, and affirm God as the Creator of all things! Perfect for homeschool lessons, sermon illustrations, or family devotions, each of these 30 simple object lessons features a hands-on science experiment with a straightforward explanation and a related Scripture verse (NIV). For students of all ages.

Hero Tales: A Family Treasury of True Stories from the Lives of Christian Heroes, Volume I By Dave & Neta Jackson / Bethany Drawn from the lives of fifteen key Christian heroes, Hero Tales is a beautifully illustrated treasury of forty-five exciting and educational readings designed to help foster Christian character qualities in families with elementary-age children. This inspiring collection presents a short biography and three true stories for each hero, including: Amy Carmichael Martin Luther Dwight L. Moody Samuel Morris Harriet Tubman John Wesley Whether read together at family devotions or alone,Hero Tales is an ideal way to acquaint children ages six to twelve with historically important Christians while imparting valuable lessons.

A Young Woman After God's Own Heart: A Teen's Guide to Friends, Faith, Family, and the Future By Elizabeth George / Harvest House Publishers Develop a deeper understanding of God's own heart! Designed for personal or small group use, A Young Woman After God's Own Heart will teach you how spiritual practices such as Bible study and prayer will help you develop a deeper understanding of Gods character and will point you down the path to spiritual maturity. Each chapter includes a short Bible study, simple instructions concerning spiritual practices and an inspiring call to action. Seize this opportunity to become a Young Woman After God's Own Heart!

God . . Should I be Baptized? By Laurie Donahue / Lifesong There is nothing more important than the spiritual training of your children. You can use this one-of-a-kind resource to help them know God's plan for them and to prepare them for believer's water baptism. This study is an essential teaching tool that answers their questions and so much more. It uses puzzles, crosswords, fill-in-the-blanks, and questions to engage children and help them understand better what it means to be a Christian. Recommended for ages 8 to 12.