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A sunburned prayer
Par Marc Talbert. 1995
Because his grandmother is dying of cancer, Eloy decides to make the seventeen-mile Good Friday march to appeal for a…
miracle. Defying his mother, Eloy joins the stream of people on the highway traveling to the holy site. He gains a new friend and new insights along the way. For grades 5-8Christy's choice (Christy Ser. #No. 6)
Par C Archer. 1996
When Christy receives an offer to teach in her hometown of Asheville, she makes a decision that stands to affect…
her entire future. During a train wreck on her return to Cutter Gap, Christy experiences a life-changing insight that clarifies her destiny. Sequel to The Proposal (BR 10900). For grades 5-8Midnight rescue
Par C Archer. 1995
Ruby Mae, one of Christy's students, disappears in a storm. In her search for the girl, Christy happens upon a…
gang of moonshiners desperate to prevent anyone from exposing their illicit enterprise. Christy uses courage and cunning to evade the outlaws and recover Ruby Mae. Sequel to The Angry Intruder (BR 10898). For grades 5-8The Princess Club (Christy Fiction Ser. #No. 7)
Par C Archer. 1996
In this sequel to Christy's Choice (BR 10901), three of Christy's students, Ruby Mae, Bessie, and Clara, find some nuggets…
of gold in the stream. Forming the Princess Club, the girls begin acting differently because of their newfound wealth. For grades 5-8The angry intruder (Christy Fiction Ser. #No. 3)
Par C Archer. 1995
In this sequel to Silent Superstitions (BR 10897), teacher Christy Huddleston is plagued by malicious pranks and suspects one of…
her students. Meanwhile, Christy is in trouble with her mentor, Miss Alice, over soliciting donations for the mission school. For grades 5-8The bridge to Cutter Gap (Christy Ser.)
Par C Archer. 1995
Christy Huddleston, nineteen, travels to her first teaching job at remote Cutter Gap in the Smokey Mountains. Her trip ends…
with a fall from the rickety, icy bridge leading to the village. After recovering from her bruises, Christy nervously begins her new job. For grades 5-8The war of Jenkins' ear
Par Michael Morpurgo. 1995
Autumn 1952. Toby Jenkins is not looking forward to another year at Redlands Preparatory School in Sussex, England. But beginning…
with dinner the first night, Toby and his schoolmates know things will be different because of the new boy, Simon Christopher, who before long claims to be Jesus. For grades 6-9High country ambush (An american Adventure Ser. #Vol. 9)
Par Lee Roddy. 1992
As the Great Depression continues, Hildy's father is having trouble getting and keeping a job and is considering moving his…
family. But Hildy doesn't want to move and leave her friends behind. When Hildy witnesses men stealing cattle from her friend Brother Ben, she becomes part of a rugged adventure with a surprising twist at the end. Sequel to The Gold Train Bandits (BR 10409). For grades 4-7Terror in the sky (An american Adventure Ser. #Vol. 6)
Par Lee Roddy. 1991
Hildy Corrigan and Ruby Konning have returned to California from St. Louis and are eager to enter school. Hildy hopes…
to do well so she can go to college and become a schoolteacher. As usual the girls have their share of problems. Then the opportunity comes for Hildy to win an academic contest and the money for college. But some people don't want her to win. Sequel to The Flaming Trap (BR 10406). For grades 4-7Mystery of the phantom gold (An american Adventure Ser. #Vol. 7)
Par Lee Roddy. 1991
When Mr. Farnham realizes gold is being stolen from the historic Mother Lode mine in California, he calls on Hildy,…
twelve, and her good friend Spud to help find the thief. Excited, Hildy also enlists her cousin Ruby, and they all begin to gather information and to follow clues. Soon their detective work throws them into an unexpected, dangerous situation. Sequel to Terror in the Sky (BR 10407). For grades 4-7Ink on His Fingers (Louise A. Vernon's Religious Heritage)
Par Louise Vernon, Allan Eitzen. 2004
Johann Gutenberg is working on printing the first Bible with type. Twelve-year-old Hans Dunne works in Gutenberg's shop as an…
apprentice printer. Soon, Hans finds himself in the middle of a type-stealing mystery. Will Hans, and the other pressmen be able to keep Herr Fust from getting the type? Will they be able to finish the Bible so many people will be able to read and learn from it?Marshmallow: An Easter And Springtime Book For Kids
Par Clare Newberry. 2008
A beautiful classic picture book story about an unusual friendship between a bunny and a cat.Oliver is a tabby cat…
who is always the center of attention.Marshmallow is a baby rabbit who moves into Oliver's home.At first Oliver does not welcome Marshmallow, but the little bunny's charms are impossible to resist. This is the true story of how Oliver and Marshmallow become friends.Clare Turlay Newberry's lifelong passions for cats and for drawing come together in this elegantly illustrated book, winner of the 1943 Caldecott Honor.Death & Sparkles and the Sacred Golden Cupcake: Book 2
Par Rob Justus. 2023
Death and Sparkles are back in their second hilarious adventure! This zany yet philosophical graphic novel features a most unlikely…
pair of BFFs: Death, a grim reaper who's never had a friend, and Sparkles, the Last Unicorn, a celebrity influencer who is somehow immune to Death’s touch.Death and Sparkles never imagined they would become besties for life . . . or rather, death. And they didn’t expect to get pulled into another wild adventure so soon. But when Sparkles’s horn begins to glow mysteriously and the pair discovers a message left by his unicorn parents, Death reluctantly follows Sparkles on a search to find out what it all means.Sparkles is 100 percent sure the answer will be revealed through some hard-hitting, epic dance moves. Death wants to make sure there is minimal collateral damage. With nothing but golden cupcake bling as their compass, they embark on a journey into the depths of the sewers.Wacky chaos ensues once again for the BFFs in this continuation to the Death & Sparkles book series as a unicorn, a grim reaper, and a group of vengeance-driven mole men hoping to steal Sparkles’s golden cupcake face off!HILARIOUS BUDDY COMEDY KIDS COMIC: Move over, Wayne and Garth! Move over, Beavis and Butt-Head! Readers will love this spin on the classic mismatched buddy dynamic featuring two of the most powerful beings around: the guy in charge of taking everyone’s life when it’s their time and the most magical creature still in existence on Earth. Never have two beings been less alike or more adorable.PERFECT FOR RELUCTANT READERS: With bright, vibrant illustrations; big, fun fonts; expressive sound effects; an irreverent spirit; and a heart full of cupcakes, this graphic novel will entice even the most skeptical of young readers.BIG THEMES: Self-awareness, empathy, bravery, commercialism, celebrity influencers, and the courage to stand up for what you believe in, even if it's the hard thing to do—all these important themes weave throughout the book in subtle ways.LIKE LIVING IN CANDYLAND: Rob Justus’s vivid, expressive art is an endless delight. With tons to see on every page and countless visual gags throughout, this book will delight graphic novel fans and bring new readers to the genre.Perfect for:Fans of graphic novels and comic booksUnicorn enthusiastsReluctant readersParents, teachers, educators, and librarians seeking engaging and funny kids' booksFans of Hilda and the Troll, Steven Universe, Wings of Fire, The Dragon Prince, The Legend of Korra, and Avatar: The Last AirbenderYoung David: Warrior
Par Andy McGuire. 2023
Adapted from the all-new Young David animated series and inspired by the upcoming feature length animated David film, Warrior is…
the first book in a highly illustrated, early reader chapter book series that imagines the life of a young shepherd, highlighting the courage and compassion that would one day make him God&’s chosen king of Israel.How can we defeat them when we&’re outnumbered ten to one?! Repeat after me . . . Chazak Amats! Be Strong and Courageous! This is the war cry young David carries into every battle he faces. But today&’s enemy is not what he expected. What starts out as playtime becomes one of his most important battles yet when the life of his most vulnerable sheep is on the line. Will David&’s great courage and strong faith in God be enough to defeat this fierce enemy? King David was one of the greatest leaders in history. His legacy has endured for thousands of years . . . but how did it all begin? Adapted from the all-new Young David animated series streaming on Minno Kids, and inspired by the feature length animated David film coming Summer 2025, this early reader, highly illustrated chapter book series imagines the life of a young shepherd, highlighting the character traits that would one day make him God&’s chosen king of Israel. Imagine what might have happened before the powerful Bible story of David in the Old Testament. Invite children to learn the values and virtues that made David a man after God&’s own heart through this inspirational children&’s book.Signs and Wonders: Tales from the Old Testament
Par Bernard Evslin. 1981
Entertaining, thought-provoking depictions of classic Bible stories Renowned mythologist Bernard Evslin finds a powerful balance of tradition and modernity in…
his strongly realized retellings of Old Testament stories. His rendition reflects the literary style of the King James Bible and stays true to the Old Testament worldview and spirit—but also uses streamlined descriptions and dialogue, to balance the archaic language that can deter contemporary readers. Here you&’ll find fresh versions of the iconic stories of Adam and Eve; Lot&’s daughters; Jacob&’s ladder; David and Goliath; Rebecca at the well; the twin brothers Jacob and Esau; and more, in a style that engages both the senses and the imagination.My Name is River
Par Wendy Dunham. 2015
It's 1983, and twelve-year-old River Starling's life is anything but normal. She was adopted on a whim and came without…
a birth certificate. Her adoptive parents gave her up to her grandmother when she was only two, but River is certain her parents will come back. River's hopes fall apart when Gram uproots them from their farmhouse and decides to move to Birdsong, West Virginia, the most miserable town River has ever seen. There she makes an unlikely friendship with an unusual boy and learns about acceptance, hard work, forgiveness, and the love of Jesus.Hope Girl
Par Wendy Dunham. 2016
With the discovery of her birth father, 12-year-old River has definite thoughts about how her life should turn out--and that…
certainly does not include any of the challenges that keep popping up! It's not easy to decide if she should live with Gram, who has been her family for the past ten years, or with her father, who she's over-the-moon to have just met but knows little about. When River gets diagnosed with scoliosis, she fears it will impact her hopes and dreams. River decides to ask God for help. When River makes a new friend, Carlos, she realizes that having scoliosis isn't so bad when she learns what Carlos deals with every day. As this tender-sweet story unfolds, River learns to persevere and stay hopeful that soon she will be part of a real family. Yes, her dream does come true...but not in the way she had planned!Chasing God's Glory
Par Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young. 2023
A unique and delightful children&’s book about how God&’s glory can be found all around us every day, from the…
award-winning author of Cora Cooks Pancit.&“Mama, what exactly is glory?&”When Zayla asks her mom to describe God&’s glory, Mama knows it&’s time for an adventure! Together, Mama and Zayla discover how sunrises and dancing, daffodils and green peppers, kind words and loving hugs—and more!—are all reminders of God&’s glory.Award-winning author Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young&’s rich multicultural story and Alyssa De Asis&’s vibrant artwork make Chasing God&’s Glory a unique invitation to notice and celebrate the radiance of God&’s light and love as you and your family become &“glory chasers.&”Why Not You?
Par Ciara, Russell Wilson. 2022
From Grammy-winning pop star Ciara and Super Bowl champion quarterback Russell Wilson comes a picture book to inspire young readers…
to see the value in themselves, be brave, and go after their biggest dreams! Why not you? Amazing you! You&’re a winner! You&’re so strong! You are perfect and important—you and all your gifts belong! We all have big dreams! Sometimes it&’s hard to imagine our big dreams coming true. But what if someone saw all the amazing and spectacular parts of us—our winning smiles, our fancy feet, our warm hearts—and asked, &“Why not you?&” Whether it&’s becoming a football player or a pop star or the president or a scientist: Why not you? In this picture book debut, superstars Ciara and Russell Wilson encourage readers to see themselves achieving their dreams, no matter how outrageous they may seem. It&’s a lyrical celebration of self-esteem, perseverance, and daring to shoot for the stars.Elijah's Easter Suit
Par Brentom Jackson. 2024
In a story full of style, sass, and significance, a young boy goes on a quest for the perfect Easter church…
outfit, inspired by elders from his community. Along the way learns about the importance of Easter traditions to his family, his ancestors, and the Black church.Elijah is on a mission to find the perfect church outfit for Easter. But when failed attempts at his town&’s stores leave Elijah disappointed, an important conversation with Deacon Brown and Mother Green about tradition, culture, and clothing gives him the courage to create his own Easter masterpiece: a patchwork of perfection that tells his story with style.Families at Easter will appreciate seeing the themes of church and Black culture throughout Elijah's quest, in this sweet yet important story about a young boy's journey toward an understanding of those who came before him.An afterword from the author delves into the traditions and culture of Black communities at Easter and the historical importance and significance of Easter clothing and style.