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The Night Before My First Communion (The Night Before)
Par Natasha Wing. 2018
A brother and sister celebrate and prepare for this Catholic rite of passage in the twenty-fourth title in Natasha Wing's…
best-selling paperback series featuring rhyming text in the style of the classic Clement C. Moore holiday poem.On the night before their First Communion, a brother and sister get ready for this important event. All the family is there--family, grandparents, godparents--to help them prepare for the following day.The ABCs of Christmas
Par Jo Parker. 2020
This year celebrate Christmas with the entire family as the traditional story of Jesus Christ's birth is told from A…
to Z!A is for Angel...B is for Bethlehem... C is for Christ...Read along with your young child as we travel on a donkey from Nazareth to Bethlehem--with Mary and Joseph and the Three Wise Men--to witness the Christmas Miracle...all while learning the ABCs!The Little Drummer Boy
Par Ezra Jack Keats. 2017
A procession travels to Bethlehem, bringing gifts for the newborn baby Jesus. The little drummer boy comes along, although he…
is too poor to bring a present fit for a king. Instead, he plays a song on his drum for the Christ Child. Within the little drummer boy's seemingly simple gift lies the true spirit of Christmas. Ezra Jack Keats' vivid, jewel-toned artwork perfectly illustrates this classic holiday carol. Music for the song appears at the back of the book. "Keats evocatively portrays this story." -Publishers WeeklyDavid and the Lost Lamb (Tiny Bible Tales)
Par W. C. Bauers. 2018
Tiny Bible Tales, a new series of board books, shares the stories of the Bible's bravest heroes. With gentle, rhyming…
text and gorgeous illustrations, this book tells the tale of David saving a lost lamb from a hungry lion.Each day, David leads his flock of sheep out into the hills. When one lamb wanders from the rest and a hungry lion takes interest, David rushes to its aid, bringing the young sheep back to safety. This board book combines quiet, rhyming text with simple and colorful art to tell one of the Bible's most treasured stories.Bare Tree and Little Wind: A Story for Holy Week
Par Mitali Perkins. 2022
A lyrical, captivating retelling of the Palm Sunday and Easter story from National Book Award nominee Mitali Perkins, author of…
Rickshaw Girl, that is sure to become a beloved tradition for families of faith.Little Wind and the trees of Jerusalem can't wait for Real King to visit. But Little Wind is puzzled when the king doesn't look how he expected. His wise friend Bare Tree helps him learn that sometimes strength is found in sacrifice, and new life can spring up even when all hope seems lost. This story stands apart for its imagination, endearing characters, and how it weaves Old Testament imagery into Holy Week and the promise of Jesus's triumphant return. While the youngest readers will connect to the curious Little Wind, older children and parents will appreciate the layers of meaning and Scriptural references in the story, making it a book families can enjoy together year after year.The Beautiful Lady: Our Lady of Guadalupe: Read & Listen Edition
Par Pat Mora. 2012
Every December, Grandma Lupita tells Rose the story of Our Lady of Guadalupe. As they make paper flowers to put…
around her statue, Grandma begins: Long ago, on a cold December morning near what is now Mexico City, a man named Juan Diego put on his cloak and started down the road to church. On his way, Juan Diego sees a beautiful Lady at the top of a hill. She tells Juan Diego to go to the Bishop and ask him to build a special church for her. But the Bishop doesn't believe that Juan Diego has seen the Lady; he asks for a sign. Again the Lady sends Juan Diego, and again the Bishop asks for a sign. Until finally, she provides one: her shining image on Juan Diego's cloak for everyone to see. This ebook contains Read & Listen audio narration.When God Made Light
Par David Catrow, Matthew Paul Turner. 2018
From the author and illustrator of the best-selling When God Made You comes a new illuminating message about God's design…
affirming young readers.'Let there be light!' that's what God said. And light began shining and then started to spread." Wild and creative illustrations from top children's illustrator David Catrow pair with Matthew Paul Turner's lyrical verse in this message of a God-made light that cuts through darkness to bring vision and hope to all young readers. This light radiates, chasing away the shadows, providing the wonder and fun of stargazing or firefly chasing. Most important, this light appears in each child--an inner God-given spark that grows and will be used to change the world.Mama Kisses, Papa Hugs
Par Lisa Tawn Bergren. 2020
From the creator of the best-selling God Gave Us You comes a warm exploration of the ways parents show affection--and…
how it mirrors God's affection for his followers. Parents are always looking out for the perfect bedtime book to create a sense of well-being before a night of rest. Mama Kisses, Papa Hugs explores a child's curiosity about how love is shown between parent and child, with the reassurance that Mama and Papa will always love their little one. And like Lisa Tawn Bergren's young protagonist asks his mother, this question is pressing on the minds of many children:"Mama, how does God kiss us?"Mama smiled. "He kisses us a hundred times a day; although if you don't pay attention, you might miss it.""At night he kisses us with a shooting star. In the morning, he kisses us with sunlight, crawling across the fields and into our windows. On a hot summer afternoon, he kisses us with a gentle breeze. But most of all, he kisses us through our family. That's how God made us. That's why I give you Mama kisses."The Easter Egg
Par Jan Brett. 2010
Jan Brett&’s lovable bunny hero, Hoppi, and the surprising outcome of his quest to impress the Easter Rabbit with the…
best Easter egg of all will enchant readers. If Hoppi can make the best Easter egg, he will get to help the Easter Rabbit with his deliveries on Easter morning. But it is not so easy. Discouraged, he goes for a walk in the woods and sees a blue robin egg tumble out of its nest. Hoppi keeps it safe and warm until the baby bird hatches. And when the Easter Rabbit arrives, he has a very special way to reward Hoppi for his kindness.Spring is everywhere in gorgeous illustrations framed with pussy willows, flowering vines and flowers. Side borders feature busy rabbits making their unusual eggs and, in a border above, the robin&’s family drama unfolds.A gatefold surprise reveals the Easter Rabbit in dramatic fashion.My First Easter
Par Tomie DePaola. 1990
God Gave Us Prayer
Par Lisa Tawn Bergren. 2021
From the creator of God Gave Us You, God Gave Us Christmas, and God Gave Us Easter comes a story…
that teaches young readers how to talk with God about anything that's on their mind.Little Pup discovers Mama sitting silently by the lake, praying. But what does that mean? And how does Little Pup go about praying to God? And what do you say to God? Little Pup's questions spill out as he and Mama walk through the woods. Mama patiently helps Little Pup learn the importance of prayer, forgiveness, gratefulness, and compassion toward others. With guided prayers for children to use and inspiration to help them create their own, God Gave Us Prayer gently models the ACTS method of prayer: adoration, confession, thanks, and supplication. In the familiar voice that millions have grown to trust from her God Gave Us series, Lisa Tawn Bergren introduces kids to the power of prayer.Who God Wants Me to Be: A Picture Book
Par Crystal Bowman, Michelle S. Lazurek. 2022
This empowering picture book features a diverse cast of little girls dreaming of all the things they can be when…
they grow up and exploring how they can serve God in all kinds of careers.I&’ll keep trusting God, and then I will seeexactly who He wants me to be. An artist, a teacher, a doctor, a stay-at-home mom—there are so many things a girl might want to be when she grows up. And even if she changes her mind as she cultivates new passions and skills, that&’s okay! The important thing to remember is that she will discover the talents and desires given to her by God as she grows and learns. Whether she becomes a protector, healer, builder, or creator, she can use her gifts to share God&’s love with others! Join Haley, Isabela, Lexi, and Ashley as they explore different careers and encourage all girls to trust God and who he created them to be!La Historia de la Navidad (Little Golden Book)
Par Jane Werner Watson. 2016
¡Por primera vez una edición en español de The Christmas Story, uno de los clásicos de Golden Books! La…
traducción al español de The Christmas Story —la venerada historia de la Natividad, ilustrada por Eloise Wilkin—brinda la oportunidad a más de 37 millones de hispanohablantes que residen en Estados Unidos de disfrutar de la maravillosa experiencia de leer este clásico de Golden Books. Traducida al español por una de las figuras más respetadas del mundo editorial hispano, y a la venta a un precio asequible, ¡será el regalo perfecto para Navidad! La edición en inglés, The Christmas Story, de la colección Little Golden Book, se publicó por primera vez a principios de 1950, y desde entonces ha vendido millones de ejemplares. Más de 37 millones de personas en Estados Unidos hablan español en sus hogares. El español, después del inglés, es la lengua más hablada en Estados Unidos entre personas a partir de los cinco años. La traductora, Teresa Mlawer, es una de las figuras más reconocidas y respetadas del mundo editorial hispanoamericano.The Beautiful Lady: Our Lady of Guadalupe
Par Pat Mora, Steve Johnson, Lou Fancher. 2012
Every December, Grandma Lupita tells Rose the story of Our Lady of Guadalupe. As they make paper flowers to put…
around her statue, Grandma begins: Long ago, on a cold December morning near what is now Mexico City, a man named Juan Diego put on his cloak and started down the road to church. On his way, Juan Diego sees a beautiful Lady at the top of a hill. She tells Juan Diego to go to the Bishop and ask him to build a special church for her. But the Bishop doesn't believe that Juan Diego has seen the Lady; he asks for a sign. Again the Lady sends Juan Diego, and again the Bishop asks for a sign. Until finally, she provides one: her shining image on Juan Diego's cloak for everyone to see.Hand to Hold
Par Jj Heller. 2021
This heartwarming picture book reassures children that a parent&’s love never lets go—based on the poignant lyrics of JJ Heller&’s…
beloved lullaby &“Hand to Hold.&”&“May the living light inside you be the compass as you go /May you always know you have my hand to hold.&”With delightful illustrations and an engaging rhyme scheme, this book offers the promise of security and love every child&’s heart longs to know. From skipping stones and counting stars to climbing trees and telling stories, every moment is wrapped snugly in the certain warmth of a parent&’s presence and God&’s blessing. With poignancy and joy, this bedtime read captures the unconditional love parents want their children to know but so often fail to express amid the chaos of daily life.Noah's Ark (Step into Reading)
Par Linda Hayward. 1987
This beloved bible story is now available for emerging readers!Noah's Ark, one of the bible's most beloved stories, is now…
available for beginning readers in this Step into Reading (Step 1) edition of the exciting tale. Join Noah, his family, and two of every animal, for a story full of adventure, hope, and love.Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text is paired with picture clues to help children decode the story.The Legend of the Poinsettia
Par Tomie DePaola. 1994
In Mexico, the poinsettia is called flor de la Nochebuenao flower of the Holy Night. At Christmastime, the flower blooms…
and flourishes, the quite exquisite red stars lighting up the countryside.This Mexican legend tells how the poinsettia came to be, through a little girl's unselfish gift to the Christ Child. Beloved Newbery honor-winning author and Caldecott honor-winning illustrator Tomie dePaola has embraced the legend using his own special feeling for Christmas. His glorious paintings capture not only the brilliant colors of Mexico and its art, but also the excitement of the children preparing for Christmas and the hope of Lucida, who comes to see what makes a gift truly beautiful.Deep in the Sahara
Par Kelly Cunnane, Hoda Hadadi. 2013
Lalla lives in the Muslim country of Mauritania, and more than anything, she wants to wear a malafa, the colorful…
cloth Mauritanian women, like her mama and big sister, wear to cover their heads and clothes in public. But it is not until Lalla realizes that a malafa is not just worn to show a woman's beauty and mystery or to honor tradition--a malafa for faith--that Lalla's mother agrees to slip a long cloth as blue as the ink in the Koran over Lalla's head, under her arm, and round and round her body. Then together, they pray. An author's note and glossary are included in the back of the book.What Is God Like?
Par Matthew Paul Turner, Rachel Held Evans. 2021
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The late, beloved Rachel Held Evans answers many children's first question about God in…
this gorgeous picture book, fully realized by her friend Matthew Paul Turner, the bestselling author of When God Made You.Children who are introduced to God, through attending church or having loved ones who speak about God, often have a lot of questions, including this ever-popular one: What is God like? The late Rachel Held Evans loved the Bible and loved showing God&’s love through the words and pictures found in that ancient text. Through these pictures from the Bible, children see that God is like a shepherd, God is like a star, God is like a gardener, God is like the wind, and more. God is a comforter and support.And whenever a child is unsure, What Is God Like? encourages young hearts to &“think about what makes you feel safe, what makes you feel loved, and what makes you feel brave. That's what God is like.&”The Night of Las Posadas
Par Tomie DePaola. 1999
Tomie dePaola's glorious paintings are as luminous as the farolitos that light up on the Plaza in Santa Fe for…
the procession of Las Posadas, the tradition in which Mary and Joseph go from door to door seeking shelter at the inn on Christmas Eve.This year Sister Angie, who is always in charge of the clebration, has to stay home with the flu, and Lupe and Roberto, who are to play Mary and Joseph, get caught in a snowstorm. But a man and a woman no one knows arrive in time to take their place in the procession and then mysteriously disappear at the end before they can be thanked.That night we witness a Christian miracle, for when Sister Angie goes to the cathedral and kneels before the statue of Mary and Jospeh, wet footprints from the snow lead up to the statue.