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Writings To Young Women From Laura Ingalls Wilder 2
$12.99Add to cartIn Writings to Young Women from Laura Ingalls Wilder: On Life As a Pioneer Woman, Laura tells her readers what it was like to be a pioneer in the early 1900s. Her stories and insights show us how difficult even the simplest chores or tasks were for the early pioneers, yet through it all she continued to see each situation as an adventure–as if she was truly blazing the trail for future generations.
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God Gave Us You
$7.99Add to cartWhen a charming polar bear cub climbs into bed one night, she asks her Mama a very important question:
“Where did I come from?”
As Mama bear tucks her youngest cub under the quilts, she lovingly explains, “We wanted you very, very much, and we are so very glad because…
“God gave us you.”
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You Are Special
$6.99Add to cartThis special paperback gift edition of a beloved storyteller’s classic will point children and adults to the important truth that God loves us just the way we are. You Are Special tells the story of Punchinello, the wooden Wemmick. The inhabitants of Wemmicksville spend their days placing stickers on each other. Golden star stickers are put on the talented, smart, and attractive Wemmicks. Gray dot stickers are for those who make mistakes and don’t stand out. Punchinello, despite his best efforts to get stars from the other Wemmicks, is covered in dots and begins to believe he’ll never be worth anything. Then one day he visits Eli the woodcarver, his creator, and everything changes. Max Lucado’s beautiful story reminds us that we are precious to God just the way we are. It is through spending daily time with him that we begin to see ourselves through his eyes. Parents and children will enjoy this classic illustration of an eternal truth. This best-seller has sold millions of copies and is now available as a special paperback gift edition.
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Writings To Young Women From Laura Ingalls Wilder 1
$12.99Add to cartFrom helping others in times of need, to keeping and maintaining friendships, to having a positive attitude, Laura’s words of wisdom in Writings to Young Women from Laura Ingalls Wilder: On Wisdom and Virtues are applicable even in today’s world. As she shares stories and experiences from her own life, she encourages readers to live lives of integrity and to realize their dreams.
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Wisdom Of Pixar
$24.99Add to cartIntroduction
1 Virtue And Wisdom: An Animated Look
2 Hope And Imagination: To Infinity And Beyond!
3 Identity: Toy Story-You Are A Toy!
4 Justice: A Bug’s Life-For Oppressed Ants Everywhere!
5 Friendship: Toy Story 2-You’ve Got A Friend In Me.
6 Humor: Monsters, Inc.-These Are The Jokes, Kid.
7 Family: Finding Nemo-I Have To Find My Son!
8 Courage: The Incredibles-Where’s My Super Suit?
9 Adventure: Cars-Life Is A Journey.
10 Ambition: Ratatouille-I Want To Make Things.
11 Technology: WALL-E-Everything You Need To Be Happy.
12 Love: Up-I Have Just Met You, And I Love You!
ConclusionAppendix A: Pixar’s Plots
Appendix B: Pixar’s Short Films
Appendix C: Movie Discussion Guide
Filmography
Acknowledgments
About The AuthorAdditional Info
IVP Print On Demand TitleKids and adults alike love Pixar’s movies. We come out of the theater not just entertained or amused, but inspired. Everybody agrees: Pixar makes fun, clean, terrific movies. But what makes these movies so appealing is not merely amazing CGI animation, clever humor or fantastic imagination. These movies are not just great. Pixar’s movies are good. Robert Velarde unpacks the movies of Pixar and shows how they display the best of classic Christian virtues. Pixar’s films resonate with us because of their moral character. Their virtuous themes of hope and courage, friendship and love connect with our deepest human longings. Whether we identify with the plight of a lost fish or the adventures of toys, bugs or cars, Pixar’s characters help us build our own character, with the kind of virtue that we want for ourselves and those around us. Insightfully exploring each of Pixar’s movies, this book is a friendly companion for fans, parents and church leaders. Discover how the imagination of Pixar can awaken in you a Christian vision for a moral life and a better society.
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Big Thoughts For Little People
$14.99Add to cartKen Taylor’s best-selling book is now updated with all-new bright and colorful illustrations and a larger trim size. Using the alphabet as a learning tool, the easy-to-use format of this beloved picture book connects Bible themes and verses that teach kids ages 3-7 Christian values. Each spread represents a letter of the alphabet and a Christian value or moral lesson beginning with the same letter. Kids are encouraged to find the lesson being modeled (or not) in the illustrations. They are also asked questions to help them apply the lesson to their lives. This book is sure to win the hearts of kids and parents alike.
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Long Dark Scary Night
$12.99Add to cartDylan was afraid. When he was alone in bed at night, he thought he saw scary things. When the light was on, the fear disappeared.
How did Dylan learn to deal with his fear of the dark?
This story was inspired by a young boy’s fear of the dark. It helped him, and has helped hundreds of boys and girls who have dealt with this common fear.
“Did The Children Get It?” is a unique feature included at the conclusion of the story. These questions, arranged in order of the difficulty of thinking skills, will help parents and teachers determine the level of understanding the children have, and help them to apply the Biblical principle in daily life. Best for ages 4 – 8.
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Childrens Spirituality : What It Is And Why It Matters
$16.99Add to cartChurch House Publishing
This concise guide is an ideal introduction to the increasingly popular topic of children’s spirituality. Mixing theory with tips on ‘good practice’, leading expert Rebecca Nye shows how choices made in churches and homes can stimulate or stifle a child’s spiritual development. Mixing theoretical background and good practice tips, she focuses on: Childhood as a natural source of spirituality Ways to help children value and express their spirituality The role of Christian nurture and worship in early spiritual development
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Bella Gets Rescued
$18.99Add to cartBella is one pampered kitty! She has a warm bed, tasty food, and owners who love her but she was not always that way. Follow the humorous story of Bella, a sassy cat who started off as a lonely kitten without a home or a family to love her. From dodging raindrops to running from lawn-mowers, being a stray cat isn’t all it’s cracked up to be! Bella ventures on a crazy journey as she moves from place to place, never knowing that what she really needed all along was a family to love her. But change is scary! In order to accept her new home, Bella must learn a valuable lesson: God’s love and assurance can conquer all fear!
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LarryBoy Versus The Volcano
$6.99Add to cartLarryboy learns a lesson about including others when he’s excluded from his favorite friends_for kids ages 8-12 When Larryboy is invited to take an elite vacation on Superhero Island, he jumps at the chance! But when he arrives with his superhero buddies, he’s treated like a second-class citizen, unlike the others. Larryboy soon discovers this is all part of a diabolical plan to destroy all superheroes when a volcanic rock erupts in molten chili, and it’s up to him to rescue his superhero friends! Will Larryboy save the day after being excluded from the others? Kids will be challenged to figure out the dastardly deeds of Bumblyburg’s latest supervillian, Chili Pepper, as they discover the importance of including others.
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LarryBoy And The Abominable Trashman
$6.99Add to cartSomething smells very fishy in the city of Bumblyburg. It also smells like moldy gym shoes, rotten eggs, and spoiled milk. What’s to blame? The Abominable Trashman, one of the weirdest, wildest creatures to ever leap out of a garbage can! The Abominable Trashman and his evil creator, Awful Alvin, are spreading fear throughout Bumblyburg and turning the citizens into slaves of their own fear. Is Bumblyburg doomed to become a smelly trash heap for all-time? Larryboy must battle the foul monster to rescue the city, but first, he must battle his own fears. Sunday morning values, Saturday morning fun. Now that’s the Big Idea! Through imaginative and innovative products, Zonderkidz is feeding young souls.
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LarryBoy In The Attack Of Outback Jack
$8.99Add to cartThe Australian super villain, Outback Jack and his sidekick, Jackie, are attacking Bumblyburg in search of a buried treasure. Outback Jack is determined to let no veggie stand in his way – including the elders of Bumblyburg. Larryboy is faced with relying on retired super heroes for help – including the mild mannered, Pruneman. Before Larryboy and Pruneman can capture Outback Jack, they must first battle the Hilaria-Mosquito which stings victims with a green gag gas that keeps them telling jokes – for hours! Will Larryboy respect the wisdom that Pruneman has to share with him? Or will the Hilaria-Mosquito make him the next super-comic? Kids will enjoy the twists and turns of this story while learning a lesson about respecting our elders.
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Mighty Armor
$7.99Add to cartCutting-edge art paired with stories of fantastical adventure and biblical fact make the all-new Toby Digz series a must-have for young readers. Kids will relate to Toby’s predicaments and his quirky sense of humor. Parents will love the fact that Bible stories and biblical truths are woven throughout these tales of adventure. With a little help from their imaginations, Toby and his friends crawl through the makeshift cave in his tree house to find an ancient world of adventure. As Toby and the gang venture back in time, they meet major Bible heroes and learn “up close and personal” about the culture and history of biblical times.
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Balance For Kids
$15.49Add to cartBalance for Kids is a “watered down” version of Balancing Christianity.
Balance for Kids helps our kids to find real and lasting balance in the areas of self-control, faith, trust, and in our relationships; and concerning God’s timing. Emotional and physical matters, free will, giving and receiving, possessions, and love and control issues.
We also discuss how to deal with the feelings of suicide, self-hatred, depression, bitterness, guilt, and confusion.
We delicately address controversial issues such as pornography, promiscuity, homosexuality, incest, and molestation.
Come with us into the deepest crevasses of your heart, mind, and soul. Join us on a journey through the scriptures, and we will search for true love, joy, hope, peace, and happiness. We will be making several stops along the way to smell the (whatever) and to visit for a while with the Holy Spirit, God, and Jesus.
It is our sincere hope and prayer that your kids will be challenged to pursue a deeper and more personal relationship with God in Jesus as they read through the pages of this book.
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LarryBoy And The Awful Ear Wacks Attacks
$6.99Add to cartBumblyburg has been attacked by Ear Wacks–the diabolical plot of Alvin the Onion to interfere with the wisdom of being a good listener. Alvin is out to change the city and Larryboy forever. At first, Larryboy comes to the rescue, but then discards the real solution to the mystery. Then Junior Asparagus discovers the answers, but has to convince the adults to listen to him. Will anyone listen to a little kid. Eveyone is challenged with being a good listner as Larryboy becomes trapped in Alvin’s awful plot. Who will save Bumblyburg? Will Larryboy’s super-suction ears be saturated with evil for all time? Finally it takes everyone working together–and remembering to listen to what is right and good–to overcome this evil scheme. For ages 6 and up.
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LarryBoy And The Emperor Of Envy
$6.99Add to cartLarryboy is called to the rescue when a new villain attacks Bumblyburg by tainting the Slushee supply with an envy formula. The diabolical Emperor has wreaked havoc on the city and made everyone weak with jealousy. But even Larryboy is challenged with questions of envy as he attends superhero school and sees other skills and gadgets he doesn’t have. Only Larryboy can conquer the scoundrel and rescue the town, but can he conquer his own envy first? Will he realize a contented heart is a healthy heart? For ages 6 and up.
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He Chose You
$14.99Add to cartHe Chose You is a personal message to tweens of God’s unconditional love for them. His perfect understanding of the needs of tweens today is shown in each detail revealed to us when Christ’s chose to die on the cross for all. Illustrating his points with stories today’s tweens will be able to apply to their lives, Lucado reveals to tweens the gifts of the cross.
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Girlz Want To Know
$8.99Add to cartThis is just one of the real questions girls will read about in this awesome new book Girlz Want to Know. Filled will real questions that were asked by real girls, author Susie Shellenberger takes a casual approach to touchy topics that young girls often wonder about by writing in the style of a big sister that says, “I’ve been there. Here’s what I’ve learned.”
For great advice on some of the most basic to the most personal questions young girls ask concerning their family, friends, faith, changing bodies, the future, and boys, check out Girlz Want to Know!
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God Gave Us You
$10.99Add to cartIn this full-color, read-to-me picture book, a charming polar bear cub asks one night, “Mama, where did I come from?” “From God”, her loving mama answers, thus beginning a story of how two parents celebrate their child as a cherished gift from Him. Patiently responding to each of her child’s many questions, Mama’s answers affirm her and Papa’s great love for the bear cub — from memories of Mama’s pregnancy and tales of Papa’s excitement to recounting long days of waiting and finally bringing the babe home. Filled with playful, winsome illustrations, God Gave Us You will build children’s self-esteem and affirm their creation and place in the family as a cherished gift of God.
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Just For Me My Family
$9.99Add to cartThrough stories, crafts, and fun activities, younger girls will discover what they need to grow closer to God, family, and friends all at the same time.
In the newest book, Just For Me: My Family, girls will have a blast learning the best ways to have the most fun with their family. Packed with great ideas to strengthen all their family bonds!
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Final Kingdom
$9.99Add to cart1. Final Call To Battle
2. Council Of The Dark Lord
3. Two Guides
4. A Fearful Loss
7. The Centaurs
8. Beorn Faces Death
9. Sarah Has Doubts
10. Land Of The Magicians
11. The Sign
12. The Real Josh
13. Old Friends
14. The Terror
15. Good-Bye To Old Friends
16. The Quest Of The Seven SleepersAdditional Info
Book 10 in The Seven Sleepers SeriesThe time has come. Goel, friend and leader of the Seven Sleepers, decides to send his teenage servants on one last mission before the great, final battle with the Dark Lord.
Meantime, in his frightful tower, the Dark Lord hears some good news. An informer has been secretly planted somewhere among Goel’s followers.
The Sleepers set out, unaware of the perils facing them in the frozen Land of Ice, in the Caverns of Doom, and in the mysterious Land of the Magicians. Worse, they have no way of knowing that the Dark Lord’s informer is in their very midst.
But when disaster strikes, they become suspicious. Is it the beautiful guide, Glori? Is it the ugly dwarf, Beorn? Or…is it someone else?
Join Josh and Sarah and their friends as their allegiance to Goel is tested by danger, fear, tragedy, and trickery.
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You Are Special
$17.99Add to cartPunchinello is a chipped, ugly puppet who thinks he’s not worth much; that is, until Eli the Woodcarver helps him understand how special he is—marks and all. Originally published in Tell Me the Secrets, this delightfully illustrated tale shows your kids that no matter how the world evaluates them, God loves them just as they are.
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Attack Of The Amazons
$9.99Add to cart16 Chapters
Additional Info
Savage beasts roam the dense jungle. Danger lurks at every turn. Goel once again has led the Seven Sleepers to a shockingly dangerous section of Nuworld.More deadly that the brutish animals and terrain, though, are the rulers of this jungle: a fierce race of women who enslave the natives and kill all who oppose them. The Sleepers join the battle, seeking to bring peace and lead these warriors into the house of Goel.
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Winged Raiders Of The Desert
$9.99Add to cart1. A Plea For Help
2. Without Authority
3. The Enemy Strikes
4. Captured
5. Lord Of The Winged Ones
6. Jake Takes A Chance
7. A New Chance
8. On Wings As Eagles
9. The Dark Lord Awakes
10. Jalor Has A Plan
11. A New Kind Of Hunt
12. Another Prison
13. Sarah Shows A Better Way
14. Jake Has A Plan
15. The Rescue
16. A Time Of PeaceAdditional Info
Danger and death await the Sleepers as they’re once again called upon to one the plans of the Dark Lord!Evil Lord Necros desires to enlist new soldiers in his army, and he’s chosen the People of the Desert. When they refuse, the Dark Lord makes an alliance with the Winged Ones-men who fly like birds. These men steal from the desert people. Even worse, they capture enslave them!
The Sleepers seek peace from the Winged Ones, but as they set out to make a new alliance they themselves are captured and enslaved. Instead of giving them over to the Dark Lord, the Winged Ones offer them a chance to join their ranks, the learn to fly! But in so doing, the Sleepers must take a dangerous step of faith.
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Caves That Time Forgot
$9.99Add to cart1. Another Quest
2. Voyage To Nowhere
3. The Lost World
4. A Welcome Visitor
5. No Room For Kindness
6. Bakery
7. A Case Of Hero Worship
8. Sarah’s Admirer
9. Dave’s Scheme Backfires
10. The Captive
11. The Raid
12. The Swap
13. It’s Hard To Be Friends
14. What Would Goel Do?
15. Attack On The Dinosaurs
16. You Never Know About A WomanAdditional Info
1. Another Quest
2. Voyage To Nowhere
3. The Lost World
4. A Welcome Visitor
5. No Room For Kindness
6. Bakery
7. A Case Of Hero Worship
8. Sarah’s Admirer
9. Dave’s Scheme Backfires
10. The Captive
11. The Raid
12. The Swap
13. It’s Hard To Be Friends
14. What Would Goel Do?
15. Attack On The Dinosaurs
16. You Never Know About A Woman P. 139 -
Books That Build Character
$20.99Add to cartHere is a family guide to classic novels, contemporary fiction, myths and legends, science fiction and fantasy, folktales, Bible stories, picture books, biographies, holiday stories, and many other books that celebrate virtues and values.
There are more than 300 titles to choose from, each featuring a dramatic story and memorable characters who explore moral ground and the difference between what is right and what is wrong. These books will capture your child’s imagination, and conscience as well-whether it is Beauty pondering her promise to Beast, mischievous Max in Where the Wild Things Are, the troubled boys of Lord of the Flies, generous Mr. Badger in The Wind in the Willows, or the courageous struggles of such real-life characters as Frederick Douglass and Anne Frank.
With entries arranged by category and reading level, there is something here for all readers-from preschoolers to teenagers-whatever their tastes may be. Each entry features a complete plot summary and publisher information so that you can find the book with ease in your local library or bookstore. It’s not always easy to teach a child the difference between right and wrong, but stories-whether they are based on fantasy or rooted in real life-can speak to children more eloquently than any list of dos or don’ts and can impart moral values as they nurture a child’s imagination.
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Gates Of Neptune
$9.99Add to cart1. Out Of The Frying Pan
2. Friend-or Foe? Faith
3. A Step Of Faith
4. The Lost City Of Atlantis
5. Council Of War
6. Sarah’s Visitor
7. The Quest
8. First Skirmish
9. “Kill All The Sleepers!”
10. Monsters Of The Deep
11. If I Were King
12. Wash’s High Hour
13. To The Gates Of Neptune
14. Betrayed
15. Perilous Journey
16. The Strongest Force Of All
17. What Next?Additional Info
After a harrowing escape from the army of the Sanhedrin, Joshus Adams and his six young companions are thrust into yet another battle against Elams, Chief Interrogator of the Sanhedrin and sevant of the dark Lord Necros. Fulfilling the legend of old, the Seven Sleepers seek to follow their spiritual leader Goel’s instructions and are led into a most beautiful and frightening part of Nuworld. The evil Lord Necros is in control of most of the land; now he desires to conquer it all, even the cities under the sea! Josh and his friends are asked to help fight in the battle to save the lost city of Atlantis, but they must face unbelievable odds: the seven of them against an army of traitors and an ocean of terrifying creatures. -
Man In Demand (Teacher’s Guide)
$15.99Add to cartHarvest House Print On Demand Title
Gives word-for-word class instruction, together with directions for special demonstrations, activities, object lessons, and skits. “Man in Demand” leads students from practical instruction in everyday concerns to spiritual instruction based on the needs of their age group.
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Man In Demand (Student/Study Guide)
$12.99Add to cartHarvest House Print On Demand Title
This personal program shows that true manliness requires development of moral and spiritual as well as physical and social strength. Illustrated with cartoons, quizzes, charts, self-inventories, diagrams, and spritual challenges. Saddlestitch. “Man in Demand” has been used by many homeschool families to teach their sons good manners and Godly behavior. Includes guidelines for grooming, dress, politeness, conversation skills, and spiritual growth. This book will help your children integrate inner beauty with outer beauty. Geared for junior and senior high boys; step-by-step instruction.
