The Bear's Toothache


David McPhail - 1978
    When he discovers a bear with a toothache outside his window, a little boy tries to think of ways of removing the tooth.

The Hardy Boys Starter Set


Franklin W. Dixon - 1996
    Titles included are "#1 The Tower Treasure," "#2 The House on the Cliff," "#3 The Secret of the Old Mill," "#4 The Missing Chums," "#5 Hunting for Hidden Gold," and "#6 The Shore Road Mystery."

Hero Tales: A Family Treasury of True Stories from the Lives of Christian Heroes


Dave Jackson - 1996
    A black and white pencil illustration precedes each biography. 3 short stories about the individual then illustrate their virtues. Some virtues are repeated across several individuals. A Bible verse about the virtue and a discussion section of both comprehension and application questions completes each profile.Individuals and virtues covered are:Gladys Aylward: Confidence, Resourcefulness, CourageWilliam & Catherine Booth: Creativity, Boldness, DisciplineAmy Carmichael: Sacrifice, Compassion, ServanthoodAdoniram & Ann Judson: Truthfulness, Perseverance, DedicationDavid Livingstone: Thankfulness, Humility, DedicationMartin Luther: Vision, Courage, JoyDwight L. Moody: Repentance, Boldness, StrengthSamuel Morris: Peacemaker, Boldness, EncouragementGeorge Muller: Faith, Graciousness, TrustMenno Simons: Integrity, Loyalty, Sacrificial LoveMary Slessor: Courage, Mercy, PeacemakerHudson Taylor: Faith, Trust, ObedienceHarriet Tubman: Compassion, Joy, PerseveranceWilliam Tyndale: Vision, Patience, FaithJohn Wesley: Discipline, Boldness, Generosity The book ends with a list of the character qualities and which stories contribute to an understanding of each.This is book #1 in a series of 4 books.

The Moon Is Always Round


Jonathan Gibson - 2019
    In The Moon Is Always Round, seminary professor and author Jonathan Gibson uses the vivid imagery of the moon to explain to children how God’s goodness is always present, even when it might appear to be obscured by upsetting or difficult circumstances. In this beautiful, two-color illustrated book, he allows readers to eavesdrop on the conversations he had with his young son in response to his sister’s death. Father and son share a simple liturgy together that reminds them that, just as the moon is always round despite its different phases, so also the goodness of God is always present throughout the different phases of life. A section in the back of the book offers further biblical help for parents and caregivers in explaining God’s goodness to children. Jonathan Gibson reminds children of all ages that God’s goodness is present in the most difficult of times, even if we can’t always see it.

The Great Dinosaur Race


Lily Lexington - 2012
    Join them as they race through forests, tracks, over flips and more. Each brother believes they have the best dinosaur, who will win?The story ends with a great lesson about teamwork and being able to get along that all parents will love.- Beautiful illustrations with many amusing scenes.- Rhyming lines help engage your child and sustain interest.- Your child will be enthralled and love to read this story over and over.

Hope for the Flowers


Trina Paulus - 1972
    "Hope for the Flowers" is an inspiring allegory about the realization of one's true destiny as told through the lives of caterpillars Stripe and Yellow, who struggle to "climb to the top" before understanding that they are meant to fly.

The Snow Goose


Paul Gallico - 1941
    Gallico's most famous story, The Snow Goose, is set in the wild, desolate Essex marshes and is an intense and moving tale about the relationship between a hunchback and a young girl. The Small Miracle is a contemporary fable about a young boy's love for his dangerously ill donkey.

Baffled to Fight Better


Oswald Chambers - 1917
    With great insight, Chambers discusses the myths of self-sufficiency and eternal optimism, revealing their inadequacy when faced with the destruction of all the humankind values.

McGuffey's Eclectic Primer


William Holmes McGuffey - 1836
    Since 1836, children have been delighted by these volumes filled with exotic adventures, exciting stories, beautiful poems, and funny fables.

The Creation


James Weldon Johnson - 1993
    A poem based on the story of creation in the Bible.

The Rhyme Bible Storybook


L.J. Sattgast - 1996
    Rhyming books are always among children's best-loved treasures, and The Rhyme Bible Storybook is certain to become a well-worn favorite! Filled with vivid, joyful illustrations, each story teaches important Bible truths while giving children a reading time that's packed with giggles, chuckles, and fun!Book Details: Format: Hardcover Publication Date: 12/20/2000 Pages: 448 Reading Level: Age 4 and Up

God's Wisdom for Little Boys: Character-Building Fun from Proverbs


Jim George - 2002
    This charming book is a gift that will make an eternal impression on every special boy in your life.

Dinosaurs by Design


Duane T. Gish - 1992
    However, the strong Biblical theme makes it unique among dinosaur resource books. Offers plausible explanations for believing that man walked with dinosaurs.

God King: A Story in the Days of King Hezekiah


Joanne Williamson - 2002
    It is 701 B.C - rule of the Kushite dynasty in ancient Egypt. Young Prince Taharka, a very minor royal son, succeeds unexpectedly to the throne of Kush and Egypt - a "divine" rulership. It's not long, however, before a treacherous plot pushes him into sudden exile and into the hands of Amos, an emissary of King Hezekiah seeking help with whom he will fight - the mighty Assyrian, Sennacherib, promising alliance or Hezekiah, the Jew who trusts in Yahweh. A novel inspired by research of the historical King Taharka and period. Includes an introduction with home-education suggestions.

The Merchant and the Thief: A Folktale of Godly Wisdom


Ravi Zacharias - 1999
    Based on an old Indian folk tale, this is the story of a thief who accompanies a wealthy jewel merchant on a journey, hoping to steal his treasure. See what important lesson the thief learns from the merchant. Family Reading