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The Animals' Christmas Eve
Gale Wiersum - 1977
. .So begins a sweet rhyming story in which a group of animals recounts the events surrounding Jesus' birth in the manger, and the parts some of their ancestors played in it. This is also a counting book.
Searching for Christmas: What If There's More to the Story Than You Thought?
J.D. Greear - 2020
The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas
R.A. Spratt - 2013
This is a guide to conquering the Yuletide season! That's right, it is time to take a stand - don't suffer through another year of brussels sprouts, gift-wrapped socks and slobbery kisses from great aunts who forget to put their teeth in. Take control of your Christmas and put the happy back in your holiday, using the handy hints, games and inspiring stories within this book.
Miracle Man: The Story of Jesus
John Hendrix - 2016
From the feeding of the five thousand to walking on water, this is a story of faith told through Jesus’s miraculous deeds. The story of the Miracle Man is one of the best known in human history, and it has been retold by countless writers and artists for more than two thousand years. In this handsome edition, Hendrix brings his signature style—interweaving hand-lettering with original illustrations—to create a sophisticated approach that readers of all Christian denominations will find both extraordinary and inspirational.
Mr. Finnegan's Giving Chest with CD
Dan Farr - 2005
Finnegan (Dick Van Dyke) is no ordinary toymaker. His providential meeting with Maggie, a resentful girl who doesn't believe in the magic of Christmas, is the beginning of a series of miracles that will change her heart forever.
Creation
Cynthia Rylant - 2016
In striking illustrations reminiscent of folk art, Rylant has created a fresh take on a classic story that will appeal to readers of all ages.
Baboushka and the Three Kings
Ruth Robbins - 1960
The Russian folktale about an old woman's endless search for the Christ child.
The Usborne Children's Bible
Heather Amery - 1998
Beautiful collection of Bible stories for young children
The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey
Susan Wojciechowski - 1995
And now this stunning gift set invites friends and family to gather and enjoy the magic of holiday storytelling at its finest.
Parenting Toward the Kingdom: Orthodox Principles of Child-Rearing
Philip Mamalakis - 2016
Yet this guidance remains largely inaccessible to parents and often disconnected from the parenting challenges we face in our homes. Parenting Toward the Kingdom will help you make the connections between the spiritual life as we understand it in the Orthodox Church and the ongoing challenges of raising children. It takes the best child development research and connects it with the timeless truths of our Christian faith to offer you real strategies for navigating the challenges of daily life.
Who Is Coming to Our House?
Joseph Slate - 1988
All the animals are eager to welcome the baby Jesus to their home.A warm, lyrical book your family will cuddle up with for years.
In Love by Christmas
Alexa Verde - 2018
Let a book trip to Rios Azules, a small town in south Texas with quirky residents and caring community, bring you joy and put a smile on your face! Join three unlikely couples as they let God work miracles in their lives and find love, hope, and future together.
Book 1 Season of Miracles
New Beginning or New Heartache?Nurse Lana Smith gives herself a gift for Christmas, a fresh start in a small town. After escaping a dead-end relationship with a celebrity, she avoids her patient's grandson, a pro football player. When Arturo gradually thaws her frozen heart, can her Christmas wish for family and affection come true?Football is Arturo De La Vega's life, but he returns to his hometown to help his ailing grandfather. Lana challenges Arturo to reach for stars of faith and love. Is Arturo's quest for glory worth crushing Lana's dreams and sacrificing his heart's true desire?Book 2 Season of JoySecond Chance or Second Heartbreak?Single dad Dylan McGregor wants to give his two sons the best life possible in the small town where he'd grown up. When his youngest son writes a letter to God asking for a Mom for Christmas, Dylan reluctantly starts dating again. His lifelong friend, Joy Avila, agrees to help him find the right woman. Then Dylan begins to see Joy in a new light and believes she's the right woman for him and his family.Overweight and teased in school, Joy never hoped her first crush, Dylan McGregor, would return her feelings. Confident and successful now, she's found her passion in writing about international travels. The trip of a lifetime awaits her after the holidays. Instead, will she find her dreams right there in Rios Azules?Book 3 Season of HopeKelly Young wants to heal after losing her husband and to raise her little girl the best she can in her hometown. But her new neighbor, former wide receiver Brandon Carmichael, seems to intend to demolish his fixer-upper and her hopes for peace and quiet. When he helps her to repair her home, keeps her flower shop business afloat, and makes her hope and love again, could it be that Brandon is exactly what she needs?After a forced retirement, Brandon Carmichael is angry and lost, one step away from the familiar path of self-destruction. Moving to a small town at his friend's suggestion, Brandon surprises himself by getting involved in its community and starting to fall for his pretty neighbor, single mom Kelly Young. But when his past collides with his present, can he forgive, love, and live fully again?These books were previously published as solos.
Socks for Christmas
Andy Andrews - 2005
In the late 1960s, New York Times bestselling author Andy Andrews thought he was having a very good Christmas… until he got socks from his Aunt Ruth--unarguably a very lousy gift. How could he know that those lousy socks would change Christmas and him forever!Socks for Christmas is great for all ages and will give your family an instant Christmas tradition. This timeless holiday book:Teaches lessons on gratitude, giving, and understanding others during the seasonInspires hearts and brings families togetherStirs nostalgia, tradition, and joy in any heart at Christmas timeSocks for Christmas is a:Safe gift for a boss, co-worker, or employeeThoughtful gift for a family member or loved oneA great option for gift exchangesWhether you read it yourself or listen to Andy on the CD (included with your purchase), Socks for Christmas is a great way to kick off the season.
The Storm That Stopped
Alison Mitchell - 2016
Stunningly illustrated by Catalina Echeverri, author and illustrator of several bestselling children's books as well as the first two storybooks from the 'Tales that Tell the Truth' series: The Christmas Promise and The One O'Clock Miracle. Written by Alison Mitchell, author of The Christmas Promise and several of our children's tracts. This book is perfect for children aged 3-6 years old and makes a beautiful gift.
A Night of Great Joy
Mary Engelbreit - 2016
With adorable illustrations and simple storytelling, Engelbreit paints a wonderful picture of the night Jesus was born.This gorgeous picture book is for children ages 4 to 8. A Night of Great Joy brings peace to the world and highlights:The arrival of Mary and Joseph in Bethlehem on a donkeyThe three wise men presenting their gifts of gold, incense, and myrrh to the baby Jesus lying in a mangerThe birth of Jesus, guiding them with the star of Bethlehem, the magi riding from Jerusalem on camels, and a chorus of angelsYour entire family will love reading A Night of Great Joy during the holiday season. Engelbreit’s brilliant illustrations will create a sweet holiday tradition you’ll want to read every Christmas.