The true story of C.S. Lewis, whose love of learning, stories and Jesus led him to create Narnia and write many other beloved books.C.S. Lewis was curious and creative from his earliest days, and this biography walks kids through both fun and formative questions he asked and where they led…

Chester was handsome, and friendly, and curious. But his pride got him into trouble. When Chester thought he was big and tough enough to challenge the mean, old rabbit who lived under the corncrib, Molly taught him a lesson he would not forget.A Pleasant Valley Farm book.

A life of the Genoese weaver’s son who sought to prove the world is round, telling how he studied map-making in Portugal, waited long years for financial and material support from Isabella of Spain, and finally made four voyages to the New World.

Corduroy has been on the department store shelf for a long time. Yet as soon as Lisa sees him, she knows that he’s the bear she’s always wanted. Her mother, though, thinks he’s a little shopworn-he’s even missing a button! Still, Corduroy knows that with a bit of work, he…

We know God gave us all our emotions as a way to glorify Him, but big emotions can be a lot to handle as a little kid. This children’s book walks through each of our emotions and what they are. With easy-to-read words and biblical illustrations, this book is great for…

Curious George is a sweet African monkey who can’t help but run into trouble. George’s friend, “The Man in the Yellow Hat,” tries very hard to care for George and is always saving the day. The show’s themes are about learning, forgiveness and playful curiosity.

“We need to help them,” David Bontrager told his wife. He had a burden to get Bibles into the hands of persecuted Christians in communist countries. God showed David a remarkable way to get Bibles across restricted borders in Europe—by floating waterproof New Testaments down the river! A suspenseful and…

From the incomparable William Steig, a story that proves even a fox can be out-foxed by a clever mouse.Since he’s a mouse, Doctor De Soto refuses to treat “dangerous” animals–that is, animals who have a taste for mice. But one day a fox shows up and begs for relief from…

Wherever old Dolly went, the rest of the herd followed. At four o’clock every afternoon, she faithfully led the other cows to the barn for milking. Then one winter day, Dolly slipped and fell on the ice. Would she be brave enough to trust Farmer Don and lead the herd…

Wong Chung is thrilled when he has the chance to join his father’s caravan and embark on a journey along the Silk Road. But with the harsh terrain, brutal sandstorms, and marauding bandits, the journey is not an easy one. With so many obstacles will they ever be able to…

The story of William Penn, told simply with vibrant pictures.

There’s nothing like a best friend! Whether they are telling stories, taking walks, or writing letters, Frog and Toad always help each other out, as best friends should. Here are five irresistible stories about their adventures together.

“From the time he was a little boy, Abraham Dee Bartlett loved animals. He was fascinated by anything with fur, fins, or feathers.” He read about everything from aardvarks to zebras and dreamed of working with animals when he grew up. His dream finally came true when in his 40’s…

A simple biography of Washington, telling of the major events in his life and stressing the upbringing that endowed him with the qualities of leadership.

Read the true story of Gladys Aylward, who overcame many obstacles to be a missionary in China.After some initial setbacks, Gladys was given an opportunity to go to China. But the setbacks didn’t end there! Having worked day and night to earn enough money to travel to China, her train…

“Harry was a white dog with black spots who liked everything, except…getting a bath.”  So one day Harry hides the scrubbing brush and runs away. And what an adventure! However, when he crawls back through the fence into his backyard, he is so dirty that his family doesn’t recognize him…

A beloved picture book from two-time Caldecott Medal award-winner Sophie Blackall that transports readers to the seaside in timeless, nautical splendor!Watch the days and seasons pass as the wind blows, the fog rolls in, and icebergs drift by. Outside, there is water all around. Inside, the daily life of a…

James Herriot’s Treasury for Children collects all of the beloved veterinarian’s delightful tales for young readers. From the springtime frolic of Oscar, Cat-About-Town to the yuletide warmth of The Christmas Day Kitten, these stories-radiantly illustrated by Peter Barrett and Ruth Brown-are perennial favorites, and this new complete edition will make…

At first light the finchesare flitting about the treesFlitteringflutteringflitpurple finchesflitFlutteringflitteringflypainted finchesfly.In this companion volume to Joyful Noise: Poems for Two Voices, the winner of the 1989 Newbery Medal, Paul Fleischman celebrates the sound, the sense, the essence of birds. Written to be spoken aloud by two voices, sometimes alternating, sometimes simultaneous…

Ira is thrilled to spend the night at Reggie’s until his sister raises the question of whether he should take his teddy bear. An appealing picture book which depicts common childhood qualms with empathy and humor.

Johann Gutenberg has a secret that will change the world. What could it be? Children will enjoy following along as this printer from long ago creates a machine that makes it pos­sible for anyone to own a Bible. Educational and with pleasing illustrations, this is the first book in The…

Johnny loves his daddy and tries to be just like him. Johnny can’t carry the heavy grocery bags, but he can lug in the diaper bag, though it gets a little wet. Johnny isn’t brave enough to chase away the mean dog, but he can chase away that strange black…

Katy was a beautiful red crawler tractor who worked for the City of Geoppolis.  She was very big and strong, and the tougher the job, the better Katy liked it. All summer she used her bulldozer to help repair the roads. In the winter she used her snowplow to clear…

Charlie’s most prized possession is the pair of shoes his grandfather made for him. The shoes bring him comfort as he and his family move to Manchester during Britain’s Industrial Revolution. But the pollution from the city’s many factories soon takes its toll on Charlie’s mother. Unfortunately, the medicine she…