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 | Philip C. Stead: Illustrated by… | THE BEST SICK DAY EVER and the animals in the zoo feature in this striking picture book debut.
Friends come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. In Amos McGee's case, all sorts of species, too! Every day he spends a little bit of time with each of his friends at… | Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | Polacco, Patricia | How did Patricia Polacco discover she was an artist?After spending the summer with her artist grandmother, Trisha knows she wants to be an artist, too. She's thrilled when her sketches get her into Miss Chew's special art class at the high school. A substitute teacher tells her she's wasting time… | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | Beatrix Potter | This complete and unabridged collection contains all 23 of Beatrix Potter's Tales in one deluxe volume with all their original illustrations. The stories are arranged in the order in which they were first published so they may be read in their proper sequence. A special section at the end of… | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | Marguerite Henry | Newbery Award–winning author Marguerite Henry’s beloved novel about a boy who would do anything to paint is now available in a refreshed paperback edition.
Benjamin West was born with an extraordinary gift—the gift of creating paintings of people, animals, and landscapes so true to life they “took one’s breath away.” But… | Books ⋅ Intermediate and Young Adult Reading | |
 | William J. Bennett & Elayne… | Help your children develop moral character with this updated, 30th anniversary edition of the perennial classic The Book of Virtues.
Almost 3 million copies of the Book of Virtues have been sold since it was published in 1993. It is one of the most popular moral primers ever written, an inspiring anthology that helps children… | Books ⋅ Christian Living ⋅ Disciplines & Spiritual Formation | |
 | Mary Williams, illustrated by R… | Eight-year-old Garang is tending cattle far from his family's home in southern Sudan when war comes to his village. Frightened but unharmed, he returns to find everything has been destroyed.
Soon Garang meets other boys whose villages have been attacked. Before long they become a moving band of thousands, walking hundreds… | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | Michael D. O'Brien | By the Rivers of Babylon presents the early life of the prophet Ezekiel, from his childhood to his service in the Temple to the Babylonian Captivity, where he was enslaved among the exiles along the River Chebar.
Ezekiel, a bricklayer, is simple and timid. He is not yet a priest, and his… | Books ⋅ Literature ⋅ Classics | |
 | Steig, William | 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… | Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | Steig, William | In the further adventures of the hero from the Newbery Honor-winning Doctor De Soto, the diminutive dentist is summoned by cablegram to Africa to aid Mudambo, an elephant with an unbearable toothache.
Children's Choices for 1993 (IRA/CBC)
Softcover, 32 Pages | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | Wendell Berry | Reissued as part of Counterpoint's celebration of beloved American author Wendell Berry, the five stories in Fidelity return readers to Berry's fictional town of Port William, Kentucky, and the familiar characters who form a tight–knit community within.
"Each of these elegant stories spans the twentieth century and reveals the profound interconnectedness of… | Books ⋅ Literature ⋅ Contemporary Literature | |
 | Lambert, Heath | In Finally Free, Heath Lambert identifies eight clear strategies that will help those caught in the trap of pornography turn from their sin to trust in the sufficiency of Jesus Christ. Each chapter is grounded in grace and clearly articulates how to apply the gospel in practical ways that will… | Christian Living ⋅ Men | |
 | Steve Farrar | Bestselling author Steve Farrar has good news for the average man: it doesn't matter if you've had a great start in the Christian life, or a rough one. It doesn't matter if you've stumbled time and again, or even fallen flat on your face. What matters most in this all-important… | Books ⋅ Christian Living ⋅ Men | |
 | Andrew Clements, Illustrated by Brian… | From bestselling and award-winning author Andrew Clements, a quirky, imaginative tale about creative thought and the power of words that will have readers inventing their own words.
Is Nick Allen a troublemaker? He really just likes to liven things up at school -- and he's always had plenty of great ideas… | Intermediate and Young Adult Reading | |
 | Robinson, Marilynne | Gilead takes its name from a fictional Iowa town, the setting of several novels by Marilynne Robinson. In Gilead, Robinson writes in the voice of the aging Reverend John Ames, exploring the beauty, mystery, and pain of existence through a lyrical, meditative letter Ames writes to his young son. This… | Literature ⋅ Contemporary Literature | |
 | Martin, Jamie C. | With inspiring stories, practical suggestions, and a carefully curated reading treasury of the best children’s literature for each area of the globe, Give Your Child the World helps parents raise insightful, compassionate kids who fall in love with the world and are prepared to change it for good.
Young children live… | Books ⋅ Literature ⋅ The Art of Reading | |
 | Sophie Blackall | 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… | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | Marilynne Robinson | One of America's most acclaimed living authors, Marilynne Robinson, revisits the characters from her Pulitzer Prize–winning Gilead, in this "impossibly rich and beautiful new novel" (San Francisco Chronicle)
Glory Boughton, aged thirty-eight, has returned to Gilead to care for her dying father, Reverend Robert Boughton. Soon her brother, Jack—the prodigal son of… | Books ⋅ Literature ⋅ Contemporary Literature | |
 | Victor Hugo | A gypsy girl's beauty and charm captivate a priest, a vagabond, a soldier, and a deformed bell-ringer, in a gripping tale that culminates in a riot and murder. More than simply a thrilling story, Victor Hugo's tale explores the mysteries of good and evil in the human heart and illuminates… | Literature ⋅ Classics | |
 | Paul Fleischman, Illustrated by Ken… | At first light the finches
are flitting about the trees
Flittering
fluttering
flit
purple finches
flit
Fluttering
flittering
fly
painted finches
fly.
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… | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Barbara Cooney | The acclaimed author of Miss Rumphius recounts the lives of four generations living on a New England coastal island and the importance of family ties.
The youngest and quietest of 12 children, Matthias grew closest to Tibbets Island, learning its secrets through the years. And though in later years he sailed to faraway places, he… | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | Bronte, Charlotte | Jane Eyre is Charlotte Bronte's most enduring masterpiece, the unforgettable tale of an orphan girl's ardent search for a wider and richer life. Originally published in 1847, it was an immediate popular success, but it also caused a storm of controversy. Bronte's firm insistence on the equality of the sexes… | Literature ⋅ Classics | |
 | Paul Fleischman, illustrated by Eric… | The newly redesigned Newbery Medal-winner
This unique and clever Newbery Medal-winning poetry collection, beloved by readers and teachers alike, has remained a favorite for more than fifteen years. Paul Fleischman’s remarkable poems for two voices are perfectly framed by Eric Beddows’ black and white drawings, and the redesign of this new… | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Early Reading | |
 | Patricia Polacco | A charming picture book set in an Amish community, by the beloved storyteller Patricia Polacco.
Naomi lives with her farming family in an Amish village in Pennsylvania. As part of her household chores, Naomi looks after the chickens with her little sister, Ruth.
One day Naomi and Ruth find an abandoned egg… | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | Victor Hugo | Les Miserables is a classic tale of redemption, exploring the complex interplay of mercy and justice. Jean Valjean, a recently paroled criminal, encounters the life-changing power of grace through a saintly bishop's sacrificial love. His life is profoundly transformed, but his criminal past haunts him as he is pursued by… | Books ⋅ Literature ⋅ Classics | |
 | Sally Clarkson | Discover how understanding God’s purpose and design can empower you to be the mother you long to be.
No calling is greater, nobler, or more fulfilling than that motherhood. Every day, as we nurture our children, mothers influence eternal destiny as no one else can. Tragically, today’s culture minimizes the vital importance of… | Books ⋅ Christian Living ⋅ Women | |
 | Eleanor Estes | Meet the Moffats. There is Sylvie, the oldest, the cleverest, and-most days at least-the responsible one; Joey, who though only twelve is the man of the house...sometimes; Janey, who has a terrific upside-down way of looking at the world; and Rufus, who may be the littlest but always gets in… | Books ⋅ Intermediate and Young Adult Reading | |
 | Paul David Tripp | A Note-Taking Edition of Paul David Tripp’s Bestselling Devotional Over 1 Million Copies Sold
Mornings can be tough. Sometimes, a hearty breakfast and strong cup of coffee just aren’t enough. Offering far more than a rush of caffeine, bestselling author Paul David Tripp aims to energize Christian readers with the most potent encouragement… | Books ⋅ Christian Living ⋅ Devotionals | |
 | Turkle, Brinton | Obadiah has decided to become a fearless pirate when he grows up—to roam the seas with buried treasure in secret places! But the gift of an heirloom telescope and a gentle lesson from his father on true bravery give Obadiah an entirely new perspective on courage. Brinton Turkle's warm and… | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | Stephen Russell | Second edition, updated and revised with study questions.
We live in a world wracked with violence and hatred. Does that mean that every act of violence must be met with an equal or greater counterblow?
Stephen Russell asserts that the biblical message calls for forgiveness and reconciliation in place of hatred, vengeance… | Books ⋅ Anabaptist History & Thought ⋅ Christian Living ⋅ Theology & Worldviews ⋅ Ethics ⋅ Topical Studies | |
 | Steve Farrar | The bestselling guide for Christian men who want to lead their families well is now revised and updated to help fathers and husbands navigate the complexities of today’s challenges.
Most men want to be strong spiritual leaders of their families. They just don’t know how because they’ve never seen it modeled.
That’s… | Books ⋅ Christian Living ⋅ Men | |
 | Turkle, Brinton | In the days when Nantucket whaling ships could be away at sea for years at a time, a vessel's safe return was celebrated by all the inhabitants of the island. Runners would carry the joyous news as soon as the vessel was sighted from the island's highest point. When Obadiah… | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | MacLachlan, Patricia | This Newbery Medal–winning book and children's literature classic is perfect for fans of Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House on the Prairie books, historical fiction, and timeless stories using rich and beautiful language. Sarah, Plain and Tall gently explores themes of abandonment, loss and love. The 30th Anniversary edition includes author Patricia MacLachlan’s… | Books ⋅ Intermediate and Young Adult Reading | |
 | Bruce Wilkerson and Kenneth Boa | Talk Thru the Bible is an easy-to-use handbook that summarizes each book of the Bible with at-a-glance charts, illustrations, and outlines. This reference volume is your first step to more in-depth, more satisfying study.
Start your study of any scripture with a comprehensive overview of the book it is in. Talk Thru… | Books ⋅ Bibles & Bible Study ⋅ Study Helps | |
 | Patricia Polacco | When Mary Ellen gets bored with her reading, Grandpa knows a hunt for a bee tree is just what she needs. Half the town joins the exciting chase, but it's not until everyone returns home that Mary Ellen makes a discovery of her own: Sometimes, even the sweetest of things… | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | Mildred D. Taylor | Another powerful story in the Logan Family Saga and companion to Mildred D. Taylor's Newbery Award-winning Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry.
A drive South becomes dangerous for ‘Lois and her family.
'Lois and Wilma are proud of their father's brand-new gold Cadillac, and excited that the family will be driving it all… | Intermediate and Young Adult Reading | |
 | Patricia Polacco | The perfect companion to Thank You, Mr. Falker
A heartwarming story of friendship and celebrating our differences--and the teachers who help us shine--from master storyteller Patricia Polacco, author of Thank You, Mr. Falker.
In this story based on the author-illustrator's own childhood, Patricia Polacco once again celebrates the power teachers have to help us… | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | Sharon Creech | One thirteen-year-old girl’s sailing journey across the Atlantic Ocean brings more adventure than just the battle of the open seas. This Newbery Honor favorite by acclaimed author Sharon Creech is repackaged with a beautiful new look!
Thirteen-year-old Sophie is on a sailboat bound for England, with an unlikely crew of her three surly uncles… | Books ⋅ Intermediate and Young Adult Reading | |
 | Marc Olson, illustrated by Jemima… | What was life like when Jesus lived and worked in ancient Palestine? What options did people have for treating sickness besides going to Jesus for healing? Did you know that the layout of the U.S. Senate floor layout is modeled after the Jewish Sanhedrin? What kind of house was most… | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Intermediate and Young Adult Reading ⋅ Bible Stories | |
 | Turkle, Brinton | What was a silly seagull doing, following Obadiah around like a pet? It even spent the night roosting on the chimney opposite Obadiah's bedroom window. Obadiah was annoyed. But on a bitter winter day when Obadiah needed a friend, the seagull wasn't to be seen, and Obadiah missed it. Then… | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | Bonnie Bauman | Fasten your seatbelts. We’ll go all the way around the world—and come back at the same time we started. In this book we will meet 24 children who live in 24 different time zones. It will be midnight in one place, 1:00 a.m. in another, and so on. At each… | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | Margery Williams, Illustrated by William… | The beloved tale of a toy rabbit's quest to become real through the love of his young owner. This gift edition features the original illustrations by William Nicholson and an elegant new book design.
"What is REAL?" a shy stuffed animal asks an older and wiser plaything. Generations of children have… | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Picture Books | |
 | Flack, Marjorie | The classic tale by award-winning author Marjorie Flack is back in print for the first time in decades!
Walter is a lazy mouse. He is so lazy that he always misses school and spends all his time in bed. He is so lazy that eventually his family forgets about him and… | Books ⋅ Intermediate and Young Adult Reading | |
 | Galanti, Regine | When worries and fears come along, Harley the Hedgehog can handle them—and so can your child! A fun activity book for coping with anxiety, for kids ages 5 to 9.
Expert psychologist and best-selling author Dr. Regine Galanti offers an activity book that teaches kids how to be brave and feel… | Educational Resources ⋅ Child Development | |
 | Marc Olson, illustrated by Jemima… | We know the stories of the church's beginnings from the book of Acts, but what was the world like when these stories happened? What did people eat? What businesses could you expect to find in a Roman city? How were letters (including the New Testament epistles) transported to their destinations?
The… | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Intermediate and Young Adult Reading ⋅ Bible Stories | |
 | Marc Olson, illustrated by Jemima… | Give your children the gift of contextual knowledge for studying Scripture!
What kinds of tools might have been used in building the tower of Babel? How did people decide what to name their children in Old Testament times? When the Law and the Prophets condemn divination, what are they talking about?… | Books ⋅ Children's Books ⋅ Intermediate and Young Adult Reading ⋅ Bible Stories |