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BIBLE CURRICULUM

BOB JONES BIBLE TRUTHS (K-12) A complete Bible curriculum at every level, with daily lesson plans, student materials, visu-als, and (at some levels) an accompanying music CD. All but the K4 level have a consumable student worktext. Required materials are listed first under each grade level. An asterisk (*) pro-ceeding the item means it is optional. Complete Home School kits contain all essential materials to teach one child. Optional materials are use-ful to the course, but not vital. Teacher Picture Packets (K5-1) contain full-color 12” x 18” pic-tures correlated to lessons in the course.

Elementary Level Bible Truths:

Grade K5 Bible Truths (updated 2nd Ed.) The student worktext is colorful and easy to use. Verse reminders contain only the reference, which allows the use of a family’s preferred translation version. The Teacher’s edition (also updated) has the same lessons with only small changes but in an easier-to-use format. The new student materials can be used with an old teacher’s edition. The supplementary music CD has also been updated with a large percentage of new recordings. As before, the course starts with the story of Creation, then focuses on notable Old Testament characters, concluding with units on the life of Christ, prayer, and the life of Paul.236166 Home School Kit . . . .93.05 69.75125815 Teacher’s Edition . . . . . 66.11262717 Student Packet . . . . . . 26.94125856 *Music CD . . . . . . . . . 20.00125823 *Teacher’s Picture Packet 65.00125872 *Days of Creation Visuals 36.39

Grade 1: A Father’s Care (4th Ed.) The 4th edition of Bible Truths 1: A Father’s Care is divided into 10 units and 179 lessons within the units, but content is basically the same as 3rd edition. Units have remained the same and there is some expansion on topics within the units. BSS (Bible Study Skills) have been added into the sequence of lessons to help children hone those skills in order to better apply Biblical principles. The Teacher Edition now has the Toolkit CD, which includes timelines, activ-ity pages, information tables, reviews, hymns, bookmarks, maps, charts, and the Bible Truths for Christian Growth series. 505941 Home School Kit . . .119.34 89.50299586 Teacher Edition w/ CD 66.11299552 Student Worktext . . . . 26.94299594 Tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.46299610 Tests Answer Key . . . . 10.83125930 *Music CD . . . . . . . . . 20.00

Grade 2: A Servant’s Heart (4th Ed.) A chronological study through the Old and New Testaments, including Bible study, applica-tion, memorization, and hymns. Students learn Bible study skills and about the historical context of Bible events. This course includes lesson plans for two “Journey” books. The optional Visual Packet includes a TimeLine featuring Bible characters, other heroes of the faith, and Bible scenes. Hymns studied are on CD.

278200 Home School Kit . . .119.34 89.50265207 Teacher Edition . . . . . . 66.11508788 ☼Student Worktext . . . 26.94265215 Tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.46265223 Tests Answer Key . . . . 10.83265249 *Music CD . . . . . . . . . 20.00102731 *Pelts and Promises . .6.99 4.95057885 *A Question of Yams 6.99 4.95

Grade 3: Following Christ (4th Ed.) Updated in 2012. A doctrinal study including the nature and person of God, Creation, the fall of man, God’s mercy, God’s judgment, God’s dealings with Israel and events from the life of Christ.283770 Home School Kit . . .119.34 89.50271627 Student Worktext . . . . 26.94271643 Teacher Edition . . . . . . 66.11271650 Tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.46271601 Tests Answer Key . . . . 10.83113100 *Escape. . . . . . . . . . . .6.99 4.95271619 *Visual Packet . . . . . . . 65.00271593 *Music CD . . . . . . . . . 20.00

Grade 4: God and His People (4th Ed.) Updated for 2013. Covers the Bible chrono-logically and thematically, including Moses, the attributes of God, Bible study, prayer and the miracles of Christ. Includes a study of the endeavors of Mary Slessor in Africa and other heroes of the faith.292532 Home School Kit . . .119.34 89.50276600 Student Worktext . . . . 26.94278077 Tchr Book & CD . . . . . 66.11278101 Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.46278119 Test Answer Key . . . . . 10.83122523 Student Materials. . . . . 16.39034405 *Captive Treasure . . . .6.99 4.95033167 *With Daring Faith . . .6.99 4.95122440 *Hymns CD . . . . . . . . 20.00

Grade 5: Living in God’s Love (4th Ed.) A chronological and thematic study of biblical events from the Old and New Testaments with special units on Jesus’ birth and resurrection. Revised in 2014.297887 Home School Kit . . .119.34 89.50286765 Teacher’s Edition . . . . . 66.11284547 Student Worktext . . . . 26.94286773 Tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.46286781 Test Answer Key . . . . . 10.83117382 *Songbird . . . . . . . . . .6.99 4.95113902 *Mik-Shrok . . . . . . . . .6.99 4.95126045 *Music CD . . . . . . . . . 20.00

Grade 6: Redemption (4th Ed.) Students will learn about God’s plan of salva-tion for mankind and how to apply God’s stan-dards to daily life. The course encourages daily Bible reading and gives practice in using Bible references. Revised in 2015.501247 Home School Kit . . .119.34 89.50295709 Teacher’s Ed w/ CD . . . 66.11295279 Student Worktext . . . . 26.94295717 Testpack . . . . . . . . . . . 15.46295733 Testpack Answer Key . . 10.83126102 *Visual Packet . . . . . . . 61.94126144 *Hymn CD . . . . . . . . . 20.00257261 *Forbidden Gates. . . . .6.99 4.95

Secondary Level Bible Truths: Secondary level materials are serious Bible study, covering the entire Bible over the course of the series. Essential materials are the Teacher Editions and Student Worktexts.

Level A: Learning From the Life of Christ (7)(4th Ed.) This revised edition for 2012 focuses on Christ, including his life and ministry. It shows how He dealt with both friends and enemies and cov-ers His character, example, major experiences, sermons, relationships, miracles, and parables. The teacher’s edition includes a supplementary materials CD.277749 Tchr Book & CD . . . . . 71.39275552 Student Worktext . . . . 26.94277707 Tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.63277715 Tests Answer Key . . . . 11.94

Level B: Portraits From the Old Testament (8) (3rd Ed.) This revised edition stud-ies the main characters in the Old Testament, revealing the consequences of attitudes and actions. Begins with Creation, explores the times and people before the Flood, life of Moses, events leading to the claiming of the Promised Land, ancient Jewish kingdoms and their downfall and eventual captivity. There is an emphasis on application of principles to everyday life, encouraging students to become victorious Christians.281766 Tchr Book & CD . . . . . 71.39280099 Student Worktext . . . . 26.94281774 Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.63281782 Test Answer . . . . . . . . 11.94

Level C: Lessons From the Early Church (9) (4th Ed.) Back to the New Testament for a thorough analysis of Acts and the early Epistles of Paul (Thessalonians, Corinthians, Galatians, and Romans). Courses emphasize the importance of the proper foundation for the early church, including the faithfulness of the first Christians as they encountered persecution and false teach-ings. The Teacher’s Edition comes with a CD which includes a Bible reading program with reproducible student pages. Revised in 2014.292300 Teacher Book & CD . . 71.39291682 Student Worktext . . . . 26.94292334 Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.63292318 Test Answer Key . . . . 11.94

Level D: Themes from the Old Testament (10) A complete survey of the Old Testament, highlighting key truths of individual books and sections of the Bible. Emphasis is placed on the revelation of the person, work of Christ and the importance of obedience to God and His com-mands. Historical, geographical, and biographi-cal information is included. 3rd Ed.247015 Teacher Book & CD. . . 71.39503615 Student Worktext . . . . 26.94232967 Tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.63232934 Test Key . . . . . . . . . . . 11.94

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Level E: Directions for Early Christians (11) Updated in 2010, this course studies the late Pauline Epistles, the general Epistles, and the Book of Revelation, using verse-by-verse and thematic discussion. 3rd Ed.262857 Teacher & CD. . . . . . . 71.39503607 ☼Worktext . . . . . . . . . 26.94262873 Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.63262881 Test Key . . . . . . . . . . . 11.94

Level F: Patterns for Christian Living (12) This text opens with an extensive worldview section, focusing on the Trinity and God’s plan of Salvation. Other chapters cover topics such as: prayer, Bible study, and worship; discerning God’s will; fighting temptation; becoming a lead-er; attending a Christian college; love, marriage, and gender roles, and more. 3rd Ed.265363 Teacher & CD. . . . . . . 71.39265421 Student Worktext . . . . 26.94265397 Tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.63265389 Tests Answer Key . . . . 11.94

Individual Studies by Bob Jones

Biblical Worldview (ESV and KJV) (11-12) A worldview is the lens through which one views life. That lens can be naturalism, secu-larism, postmodernism, or many others. This study presents life through the lens of the Bible. Students will learn to apply Creation, Fall and Redemption to real-life issues that they may be facing in high school, and will definitely encoun-ter beyond. This is a Bible-first approach and shows the role of faith in all situations. The softcover Student Textbook is 471 pages, divided into chapters on worldview, creation, fall, redemption, marriage/gender roles & fami-ly, government & politics, science, history, and arts & culture. A memory verse is listed at the beginning of each chapter and vocabulary words with definitions are in the margins. Chapters are divided into numbered sections and each section is rounded out with ‘Think it Through’ questions. A chapter review sums up the contents, asking students to really think about and apply what they have just learned. The Student Activity Manual offers written activ-ities that correspond with the content of the text. The Teacher Edition includes prompts for dis-cussion and objectives that help identify main points for sections and chapters. The Lesson Plan Overview Chart helps plan ahead and how to organize the material. Instructions for guided debates, group activities, writing assignments, and current events research are also included. This curriculum is available in either the ESV or the KJV Bible editions. The content remains the same between the two. Biblical Worldview will guide students to apply Scripture to life issues and grow spiritually. ~ Donna295782 Student Textbook (ESV) 25.56503813 Student Activity Manual (ESV) 21.11503821 Student Acty Manual AnsKey (ESV). . . . . . . . 17.50506196 Home Schl Kit (ESV) 133.57 100.15298745 Tests (ESV) . . . . . . . . . 16.63 298760 Tests Answer Key (ESV) 11.94296822 Teacher’s Edition (ESV) 40.83297572 Student Textbook (KJV) 25.56506808 Student Activity Manual (KJV) 21.11506816 Student Acty Manual AnsKey (KJV). . . . . . . . 17.50

512145 Home Schl Kit (KJV) 133.57 100.15298752 Tests (KJV) . . . . . . . . . 16.63298778 Tests Answer Key (KJV) 11.94297580 Teacher’s Edition (KJV) 40.83

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ALPHA OMEGA BIBLE (1-12)

Alpha Omega LIFEPAC Bible Each set of ten LIFEPAC worktexts provides a complete, year-long Bible curriculum. From a Christian publisher, this Bible course is a non-de-nominational doctrinal approach to Scripture mastery. Both Scripture reading and memoriza-tion is included in each LIFEPAC and both Old and New Testaments are studied at each grade level. This program is very easy to use, with minimum preparation time, colorful worktexts, and self-paced instruction. Complete Boxed Sets include all teacher and student materials; sets of LIFEPACS only (no teacher materials) are also available for additional students.

Grade 1 - God Created All Things; God Loves His Children; We Can Pray; God Wants You to Be Good; Old Testament Stories; God’s Promise; Jesus, Our Savior; God Calls Missionaries; New Testament Stories; God Gave You Many Gifts004804 Complete Boxed Set. .99.95 89.96004770 10 LIFEPACs Only . . .69.95 62.96

Grade 2 - Who Am I?; The Story of Moses; God and You; How the Bible Came to You; David’s Sling; God is Everywhere; The Story of Joseph; God & the Family; God Made the Nations; God, His Word, & You004808 Complete Boxed Set. .79.95 71.96004771 10 LIFEPACs Only . . .69.95 62.96

Grade 3 - Living for God; The Life of Jesus Christ; God’s Plan for Joseph; You Can Use the Bible; God Takes Care of His People; The Bible is God’s Word, Archaeology & the Bible; God Gave Us the Need for Friends; God’s People Help Others; God’s Word, Jesus & You004809 Complete Boxed Set. .79.95 71.96004772 10 LIFEPACs Only . . .69.95 62.96

Grade 4 - How Can I Live for God?; God’s Knowledge; Saul Begins to Live for God; The Bible & Me; God Cares for Us; How Can I Know God Exists?; Old Testament Geography; God-Given Worth; Witnessing for Jesus; God’s Way is Perfect004810 Complete Boxed Set. .79.95 71.96004773 10 LIFEPACs Only . . .69.95 62.96

Grade 5 - How Others Lived for God; Angels; The Presence of God; Bible Methods and Structure; The Christian in the World; Proving What We Believe; Missionary Journeys of Paul; God Created Man for Eternity; Authority & Law; Angels, the Bible & Living for God004811 Complete Boxed Set. .79.95 71.96004774 10 LIFEPACs Only . . .69.95 62.96

Grade 6 - From Creation to Moses; From Joshua to Samuel; The Kingdom of Israel; The Divided Kingdom; Captivity and Restoration; The Life of Jesus; The Followers of Jesus; The Apostle Paul; Hebrews & General Epistles; Revelation & Review

004812 Complete Boxed Set. .79.95 71.96004775 10 LIFEPACs Only . . .69.95 62.96

Grade 7 - Worship; Mankind; The Attributes of God; Fulfilled Prophecies of Christ; New Life in Christ; The Psalms; The Life of Christ (3 LIFEPACs); In Summary004813 Complete Boxed Set. .79.95 71.96004776 10 LIFEPACs Only . . .69.95 62.96

Grade 8: Practical Christianity & Church History - Prayer; Sin and Salvation; Attributes of God; Early Church Leaders; Early Church History; The Early Churches; The Book of Proverbs; Today’s Problems; Understanding Parents; Walking With God004814 Complete Boxed Set. .79.95 71.96004777 10 LIFEPACs Only . . .69.95 62.96

Grade 9: New Testament Survey - The New Testament; The Gospels; The Acts of the Apostles; The Pauline Epistles; General Epistles; The Revelation of Jesus Christ; Job & Suffering; How to Share Christ; God’s Will for My Life; The Walk with Christ004815 Complete Boxed Set. .79.95 71.96004778 10 LIFEPACs Only . . .69.95 62.96

Grade 10: Old Testament Survey - Creation to Abraham; Abraham to Moses; Exodus & Wanderings; Israel in Canaan; The Judges & Spiritual Decline; The Kingdom; The Divided Kingdom; The Remaining Kingdom; The Captivity; The Restoration004805 Complete Boxed Set. .79.95 71.96004779 10 LIFEPACs Only . . .69.95 62.96

Grade 11: Bible Doctrine - The Faithfulness of God; Romans (Part I and Part II); The Doctrine of Jesus Christ; The Nation of Israel; The History of the Canon; Friendship, Dating and Marriage; The Pursuit of Happiness; Apologetics; God, His Word and the Christian004806 Complete Boxed Set. .79.95 71.96004780 10 LIFEPACs Only . . .69.95 62.96

Grade 12: Christian Faith & Living - Knowing Yourself; Christian Ministries; Choosing a Ministry; The Trinity; Attributes of God; The Epistles of James and John; Daniel; Comparative Religions; Wisdom; The Christian004807 Complete Boxed Set. .79.95 71.96004781 10 LIFEPACs Only . . .69.95 62.96

Life of Christ LIFEPAC Select Set (7-12) This set from Alpha Omega includes individual LIFEPAC workbooks from the Bible series, which when compiled together create a complete study of the life of Christ. The LIFEPACs are the same ones included in the Bible LIFEPAC sets for vari-ous grade levels, but grouped thematically here. A teacher’s guide is included with the five books, which includes an answer key for each LIFEPAC as well as an alternative test.012582 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39.95 35.96

Switched-On Schoolhouse Bible (3-12) Alpha Omega offers their courses in interactive curriculum software. Features include automatic grading and record keeping, videos, animations, and sound files, custom curriculum options, advanced lesson planning, a variety of desktop themes, printing options, and more. Please refer


to the Curriculum/Unit Studies section of this catalog for more in depth information on this product. New for 2018 the software comes in USB flash drive format. Minimum system require-ments: Windows 7/ Windows 8 & 8.1/ Windows 10 (not Mac-compatible); printer recommended.EACH GRADE . . . . . . . . . . . . .99.95 89.96011517 Grade 3 011522 Grade 8011518 Grade 4 011523 Grade 9011519 Grade 5 011514 Grade 10011520 Grade 6 011515 Grade 11011521 Grade 7 011516 Grade 12

☼Monarch® Bible (18 mo. subscription) (3-12) These courses cover both the Old and New Testaments and make applications to all aca-demic areas and Christian living. Major themes in the series include theology, attributes of God, Biblical literature, Biblical background, Christian grown, and Christian evidences.EACH COURSE . . . . . . . . . . . .99.95 89.96 038851 3rd Grade038923 4th Grade039045 5th Grade039234 6th Grade039326 7th Grade039363 8th Grade040457 NT Survey - 9th Grade040560 OT Survey - 10th Grade039559 Bible Doctrine - 11th Grade039712 Christian Faith & Living - 12th Grade

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MEMORIA PRESS CHRISTIAN STUDIES (K-12)

☼Christian Studies Enrichment (K-2) Weekly studies in the Christian Studies Enrichment Guide are based on The Story Bible and provide a way to go systematically through the Bible at a young age. Kindergarten study is Creation to the death of Moses (with a break to observe the birth of Christ at Christmas and the Resurrection during Easter.) First Grade continues the study with Joshua through the end of the Old Testament. Second grade covers the New Testament. The Enrichment Guide provides a short list of vocabulary words (with definitions) plus discussion questions (with answers) for each story. Go over the vocabulary words before read-ing each story and follow up with talking through the questions. There is one study per week for grades K-2 in this guide. 127 pgs, pb. ~ Janice027028 Guide . . . . . . . . . . . .12.95 11.50053115 Story Bible (hb) . . . . .29.99 21.50

Christian Studies (3-6) This three-year journey through the Bible is designed to provide students with a solid founda-tion in Salvation History. Memoria Press cites the Golden Children’s Bible as its preferred Bible for the course, crediting its readability, accurateness,

and the fantastic illustrations, which serve as a valuable teaching tool in these guides. Although you may certainly use other versions and adapt the program to fit, the lessons were designed to correlate with the version noted; thus vocabulary words, the phrasing of discussion questions, and memorization passages are all based on the above-mentioned Bible. Each grade level is intended to take one year and cover roughly a third of the Golden Children’s Bible. This program does not try to cover every chapter of the Bible; rather, it focuses students on the fundamental stories and people that truly reveal God’s story and plan for mankind. This approach enables students (and their teachers!) to really dig in to each lesson and gain valuable insights which will strengthen their faith in addition to their understanding of the Bible. Each book holds 30 lessons, each of which is spread out over a week to offer a certain level of detail, yet also ensure that students fully digest the biblical lessons and retain the knowledge and Scripture. On the first day students read the selected chapters from the Bible. Generally, this includes 2-6 chapters which may be consecutive or drawn from different books to complete the topic. The second day students learn important terms from the reading such as people, places, phrases or things. Teachers are encouraged to discuss each of these terms in depth with students, listing facts known about the character or finding the places on an ancient or modern map, in order to help students remember each article. Students concentrate on committing the memory verse to memory on the third day, as well as reviewing the verses they have learned previously, storing them in their brain for life. Comprehension questions from the passage are given on the fourth day, prompting the student to dwell on the passage and discover the significance of each story. After every five lessons, a review lesson offers students a chance to show what they have learned in the preceding weeks. Review activities reinforce the terms and people, memory verses, geography, and biblical events studied previously and help prepare students for the unit tests available in the teacher book (additional review activities are located in the teacher’s manual). Appendices at the end of the student books include drills, map-ping, and timeline activities from each individual review lesson into one all-inclusive review. The teacher’s manuals are considered necessary in using the program, as they contain valuable features (including many of the activities) beyond the answers to student exercises. The front gives an overview of the lesson components as well as an outline for teaching each part. For each les-son, the corresponding teacher pages hold copies of the student pages, minimized to fit on part of the page and with the answers written in. In the large margins surrounding these copies, teaching tips provide a background and summary of the passage read, definitions for important vocabu-lary or expressions from the Scripture, pertinent geographical assignments, and references for other Scripture on the same topic or teaching notes to reinforce the lessons learned. The end-of-the-week activities, which were previously located in the student books have been moved to the teacher’s manuals. These include geogra-phy and mapping, timeline exercises, discussion questions based on the illustrations, drawing

suggestions, and memory verse review. The back of the teacher’s manual contains answers to the appendices of the student books as well as unit tests for each group of five lessons. Grade 3 focuses on the creation, the patri-archs and the exodus; students read Genesis, most of Exodus, and parts of Numbers and Deuteronomy. Grade 4 is also concentrated in the Old Testament, mainly in the books of Joshua, Judges, Ruth, I & II Samuel, and I & II Kings, while students learn about the rise of Israel and the prophets. Grade 5, covers much of the New Testament as students study the main topics of Jesus’ early years, the crucifixion, and the early church. Grade 6 offers students a chronological survey of the Bible. This book can be used as a review after Book III, or can be used as a stand-alone survey study. Either way, it will prepare your student for studying early church history in junior high or high school.EACH STUDENT . . . . . . . . . . .17.95 15.45EACH TEACHER . . . . . . . . . . .20.95 17.95Student Teacher032719 Book I (3) 032720032721 Book II (4) 032723032724 Book III (5) 032725049170 Book IV (6) 049171

Christian Studies IV Reader (6) Whether used as a stand-alone resource or as a companion book to the Christian Studies IV course, this is a useful book. The Reader provides historical background information for each book of the Old and New Testaments as well as an outline of each book.044879 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11.95 10.25

Memoria Press Bible Flashcards (3-8) Think of these as a collection of Bible facts, Old and New Testament) that are good to know. The white cards (3.5” x 2.5”) are landscape oriented and have a rounded upper left corner. Facts include people (He fulfilled the sign of Jonah), things (Jesus fed the five thousand with this), or completed quotes (“This people honors me with their lips, but their hearts . . . .”). The front side of the card has the cue while the back side has the answer plus the pertinent Scripture reference. Learn all of these Bible facts and you’ll be ready for the next Bible trivia night – not to mention general life prep. ~ Janice065881 OT (Set of 213). . . . .12.95 11.50065880 NT (Set of 113) . . . . .12.95 11.50

Christian Studies Lesson Plans (3-6) Depending on your definition of “lesson plans,” these may seem more like a checklist to you, but they do provide just that little bit of struc-ture that can assure you that you’re doing what you’re supposed to be doing. A brief half-page of teacher’s notes precede the weekly checklists. These indicate how/when the teacher should interject into the reading, how to handle the comprehension questions, and the basics of the map activities. Then for each week, there’s a checklist for indicating completion of reading the story, the workbook and memory verse, and the quizzes, reviews, and tests. In typical Memoria Press fashion, these are straight to the point yet helpful. 7 pgs, comb-binding. ~ JaniceEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00 5.50056776 Book I 056778 Book III056777 Book II 056779 Book IV


Christian Studies Wall Maps (3-6) Five attractive maps identify important locations from the Christian Studies courses. These maps provide a visual representation (cream color land forms, blue water, and brick red labeling) with clear labeling of the various locations. Maps include: Ancient Near East (Old Testament), Egypt & Palestine (Old Testament), Palestine (Old Testament), Palestine (New Testament), and Western Mediterranean (New Testament). Available in two sizes, small measures 11”x 17”, large measures 22”x 34”. ~ Janice.056781 Small Wall Maps . . . .19.95 17.45056780 Large Wall Maps . . . .35.00 29.95

Christian Studies Memory Verse Flashcards (3-AD) Cards provide a Scripture reference (single vers-es as well as short passages) on one side and the KJV text on the reverse side (landscape oriented). The set of 130 (5.5” x 4.25”) white cards have one rounded corner – (upper left-hand as you are looking at the Scripture reference). ~ Janice065875 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.95 13.95

Acts of the Apostles (8-12) When covering the history of Christian church, one should start at the beginning. This course provides a chapter-by-chapter study of the Bible book that provides us with that history – its very beginning with a resurrected Christ shortly to be “taken up.” The text is a convenient-sized printing of the King James version of the book of Acts; one with wide spacing that allows notes and markings. The Student Book provides infor-mation on the key people and places for each chapter, followed by comprehension questions (students provide answer plus scripture verse where answer is given), and discussion ques-tions (includes some personal applications and opinions). The Teacher Guide is a replica of the Student Book with answers filled in. Without a lot of frills, this is a solid study of a key book of the Bible. Teacher and Student Books 65 pgs, pb ~ Janice063846 KJV Text . . . . . . . . . . .9.95 8.69063844 Student Book. . . . . . .11.95 10.25063845 Teacher Guide. . . . . .12.95 11.50

City of God (10-12) Augustine possessed one of the most brilliant minds in the history of Western civilization. The City of God is a monumental work in which the author represents his view of two cities: the spir-itual City of God and the Earthly City. Augustine responds to the accusation that Christianity was to blame for the fall of the Roman Empire. Memoria Press breaks down this complicated work of literature for parents and their students. Characters are laid out. Scenes are set. Questions are answered. Quizzes are written. Chapters are summarized. This is one of those books that a parent may avoid teaching because it is just too daunting of a task to take on. Let this study guide help make the job easier! The teacher book has all of the answers to the exercises and quizzes and is 312 pages. The student book is about 150 pages, pb. Both study guide pieces are written to correlate with the City of God version edited by Vernon J. Bourke.052951 Student . . . . . . . . . . .17.95 15.45052952 Teacher . . . . . . . . . .20.95 17.95054407 Book (ed. Bourke) . . .17.00 11.95056782 Quizzes & Tests . . . . .5.00 4.50

☼Story of Christianity (8-12) A sweeping history of the Christian faith from its foundational roots in Judaism in the first century to its current characteristics in the twenty-first century. With a stated goal of providing “a broad picture of Christian history . . . without allowing any single aspect to overwhelm the narrative as a whole,” the thread is traced through religious and political rulers; through diverse cultures; and with a recognition that the true story of Christianity is “the beliefs, ideas and values that Christian faith instills in individual men and women.” Fifty chapters (just over two per centu-ry) track the major traditions (Eastern Orthodox, Roman Catholic, Protestant) through their rising and waning as well as show Christianity’s shift from being the core of western civilization to being “the most widespread and diverse of all religions, taking root in cultures very different from those in which it was born and in which it once flourished.” Text - 356 pgs, pb. The Student and Teacher Guides are compan-ions to the Text and are divided into 50 lessons. Each lesson helps the student better understand the information presented in the text. Lessons include “Things to Know,” “Questions from Your Reading,” and “Ideas for Further Thought.” The Teacher Guide includes the same pages as those in the Student Guide, with the answers filled in, and reproducible quizzes (9) and tests (3) and answer keys. Expand your understanding of church history with this comprehensive study. ~ Janice061391 Text . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.99 12.25065888 Student Guide . . . . . .14.95 12.95065889 Teacher Guide. . . . . .16.95 14.95STCHRP Set of all three . . . . .48.89 37.95

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EXPLORER’S BIBLE STUDY (PK-12) I don’t know if this series was designed with the homeschool in mind, but it is well suited for homeschool use. The program currently is available in four levels. Beginnings I is written for 2 - 5 year olds. Beginnings II is used for two years in grades 1 to 3 - Old Testament and New Testament. Discovery is used in grades 3 to 7, and Quest is used in grades 7 - 12. The program takes a spiral approach, meaning that the student will cover some of the same sections of the Bible multiple times during the program, studying the material in greater depth at the higher levels. The advantage for homeschoolers who have children at various ages is that the program covers approx-imately the same material at about the same point in the program at the two highest levels, so everyone from 3rd grade on up is studying the same section of the Bible. As a matter of fact, the titles of the six books in the Discovery series are the same as the titles of the six books in the Quest series. The other good news for the homeschool

teacher is that little preparation is required. Each book is divided into 30 lessons, and lessons are subdivided in to manageable daily chunks. Answer keys are also available for Beginnings II, Discovery, and Quest books. Let’s look at the four levels in more detail. Beginnings contains two books, And It Was Good Old Testament Lessons, and Precious in His Sight New Testament Lessons, for the teacher. 30 lessons (five days per lesson) cover the Old Testament at a very basic level. Since attention span is limited at this level, lessons are designed to be short and fast-paced. Lessons stress God’s love and include the following: a Bible story in simple language, key discussion ideas, definitions of any words or phrases that might be unfamiliar, a model prayer, review questions, shortened or paraphrased Bible verses, songs and hymns, and “Virtue Lessons” to help a child apply God’s word in his life. Hymns used in this program come from My First Hymnal, which is currently out of print. A simplified ver-sion with 15 simple arrangements and a recorder is currently available. The CD, which includes all the hymns, is still available. Bible Beginnings II is designed for the young reader/writer in the early elementary years and features large print lessons that are perfect for the young Bible scholar who is ready to read and write on his own. Beginnings II contains two books, Jesus, My Shepherd New Testament Lessons and God’s Promises Old Testament Lessons. This series correlates with the lessons in the first level. This study contains 30 large print lessons (five days per lesson) with Bible stories and questions which are either multiple choice or short word answers. Other elements include Bible Words to Remember to encourage memo-rization skills, Prayer Thoughts to help each child learn to talk with God, Think About which helps students to apply God’s Word to his/her life, and Words to Know which defines difficult words or concepts. Allow about thirty minutes per day for these lessons. Discovery lessons are divided into five-day sec-tions. Each section covers specific Bible verses, which are quoted using the New King James Version. Next, definitions are given for any words that might be unfamiliar to the students. Finally, 10 to 15 comprehension questions about the text complete each section. Map activities are sometimes included as a portion of the com-prehension questions. After Day 5, review ques-tions are given which cover the entire five days of the lesson. Half an hour per day should be adequate to cover the day’s work, but you might allow an extra five to ten minutes on Friday to do the lesson review questions. Quest lessons are also divided into five-day sections. Day 1 is typically a vocabulary review, or a review of material previously learned. Also on Day 1, the student reads through the several pages of notes included at the end of the lesson. These notes are a commentary on the scriptures that will be studied during this week’s lesson. The remaining four days of the lesson typically ask the student to read a section of the Bible and then to answer questions relating to the Bible reading. These questions are typically com-prehension questions, although some questions require application of scripture or ask opinions of the student. At the end of the week, the student reads through the several pages of notes


included at the end of the lesson. These notes are a commentary on the Scriptures that will be studied during the week’s lesson. Depending on the amount of Bible reading, plan to spend a half hour to an hour per day on each section. The Explorer’s Bible Study is quite well done. Its emphasis is on studying the Bible, not on promoting any particular denominational view-point. Although the NKJV is quoted in the Bible Discovery level, any version of the Bible can be used with the program. Teacher preparation time is minimal, and most of the family can study the same sections of the Bible at the same time. This series would be an excellent starting point for lifelong Bible study.BEGINNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . .25.99 18.50DISCOVERY/QUEST STDT . . . .21.99 15.85ALL ANSWER KEYS . . . . . . . . . .6.99 5.50

Bible Beginnings (ages 2-5)007198 And It Was Good Parent Gd (OT)015564 Precious in His Sight (NT)

Bible Beginnings II (1-4)034780 God’s Promises034779 God’s Promises Answer Key034782 Jesus, My Shepherd034781 Jesus, My Shepherd Answer Key

Bible Discovery (3-7)002980 In the Beginning Genesis002979 In the Beginning Genesis Ans Key002983 Early History of Israel002982 Early History of Israel Answer Key015566 God’s Perfect Plan015565 God’s Perfect Plan Key002986 Words of Wisdom002985 Words of Wisdom Answer Key002977 Promises Fulfilled002976 Promises Fulfilled Answer Key

Bible Quest (7-12)002994 In the Beginning, Genesis002993 In the Beginning Genesis Ans Key002997 Early History of Israel002996 Early History of Israel Answer Key015379 God’s Perfect Plan015567 God’s Perfect Plan Answer Key062849 Gospel of John Student063025 Gospel of John Answer Key003003 Words of Wisdom003002 Words of Wisdom Answer Key003000 Promises Fulfilled002999 Promises Fulfilled Answer Key034946 Faith at Work034947 Faith at Work Answer Key052118 Only True God052117 Only True God Answer Key

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POSITIVE ACTION FOR CHRIST BIBLE CURRICULUM (PK-12) I can see why we have had multiple requests for this Bible curriculum. Originally written for Christian schools, the popularity of this curricu-lum has continued to grow in other countries as well as in the United States. They now make their materials available for homeschool as they strive to teach the child’s heart as well as the head.Grades PK-6 Each grade has a different focus and presents concepts that will enhance a child’s life by build-ing their Bible knowledge which in turn should

strengthen their relationship with the Lord.Preschool - Takes young students from Creation to the ascension of Jesus in 40 stories. Activities include puzzles, coloring, cut-and-paste and more.Kindergarten - Teaches children about God through the lives of major characters from both the Old and New Testament: Adam and Eve, Joseph, Moses, Jesus, Zacchaeus, and Paul are just a few. Activities help children comprehend and apply Bible truths.Grade 1 – Enjoying God’s Gifts: Aspects of creation, our families, friends, possessions, Jesus Christ, and God’s care.Grade 2 – Finding God’s Promises: Study the life of Moses and the Israelites as they experi-ence God’s promises, victory, and tribulation as they learn to trust God.Grade 3 – Growing with God: Students will develop character through the lessons learned from Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, and Daniel concerning the rewards of living for God.Grade 4 – Building Life Castles: Focus on the life of Christ, work of the Holy Spirit, and the Apostle Paul teach students to build their lives to be strong and beautiful.Grade 5 – Possessing the Land: A survey of the Old Testament helps students gain insight into how the Old Testament stories fit togeth-er into one pattern.Grade 6 – Winning the Race: Students learn how the principles of God’s Word help them gain victory in the race of life. This is done through studies of Bible characters and an overview of Revelation.

Teacher Manuals are now available in a print format. The same helpful information previously available on CD-ROM is now available in a convenient 3-ring binder. (Please note we have limited quantities remaining of the CD-ROM Teacher’s Manuals; check our website or call for item numbers and availability.) There are suggestions for 3, 4, and 5 day a week lessons, a scripture memory program, and an accompany-ing music program. The music program teaches students hymns and choruses to complement the lessons and are taken from the books Sing & Be Happy and Treasury of Hymn Histories. Lyrics are printed in the back of the teacher manual. The 35 lessons include vocabulary, objectives, character trait activities, lesson quizzes and small-format student pages with answers. The colorful student workbook offers a variety of activities which may include crosswords, word searches, writing, and fill-in-the-blanks. The exercises reinforce the key concept being taught in the lesson and incorporate new vocabulary, thinking skills, and life application. Hymn and Chorus CDs include all the accom-paniment for songs referenced in the ‘music curriculum’ section of the teacher manual. These are a collection of very familiar songs that I sang when I was a child – The B-I-B-L-E, One Door and Only One, and Only a Boy Named David – just to name a few. The music is a mix of piano and organ accompaniment. These CDs are a nice addition if you are teaching a group or if you don’t know the tune to some of the songs, but are an optional part of the program if you are trying to watch your budget. This course can be used successfully with the KJV, NKJV, NIV, NASB, and ESV. ~ Donna

EACH STUDENT BOOK. . . . . .17.95 15.95EACH TEACHER MANUAL. . . .39.95 37.95EACH CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.95 10.95

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Route 66 (6-8) While each book in the Bible has its own focus, its own specific message, there is a common theme and story that ties them all together. Route 66 is a survey of both the specific and overall themes encountered throughout the Bible. It works through all of the individual books, in the process laying the groundwork for a solid understanding of the Scripture and the principles within. Though I don’t know if there is an offi-cial term for it, this is definitely an “open-Bible” study: students (and probably parents too!) will need to have their Bibles out and open as they work through the lessons. The student’s manual plunges right into the lessons, using a consum-able format that, once completed, will result in an attractive keep-sake full of easy-to-reference overview and summary information for the entire Bible. The Teacher Manual is now a 3-ring binder that includes the content of the former teacher cd-rom. The teacher binder is split between an introduction to the course and lesson plans. The introduction describes the advantages of Bible survey, the course purpose, methods used, teaching tips, lesson objectives, one- and two-year lesson schedule (70 lessons), and a memory verse program. Lessons include teach-ing tips and suggestions for discussion topics, activities, games, projects, small-format student pages with answers, and questions for enhancing lessons. Some lesson suggestions are for groups or classrooms only, but most will work well in a homeschool setting. In the back are reproduc-ible tests and answers - twelve unit tests and two semester exams. Some of the information found in the teacher manual isn’t found in the student book, but may be included on tests. Test questions may be short answer, multiple-choice, true-false, matching, and short essays. Positive Action Bible Curriculum has done a commend-able job putting together this comprehensive Bible survey. – Zach047712 Student Manual . . . . .19.95 17.95071008 Teacher Manl Binder 47.95 45.95

Wise Up: Wisdom in Proverbs (6-8) Young people today are bombarded with examples of foolish behavior and humanistic thinking. How can we as parents, teachers and youth group leaders equip them with wisdom for making right choices through their later teen and adult years? How about guiding them into a right understanding of wisdom? Looking at the differences between Godly wisdom and worldly thinking as well as wisdom and foolishnesses, this study leads students in understanding what God’s word says about every decision they will make in life. Topics include: Attitudes,

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Friendships, Loving people, dealing with the flesh, walking in the Spirit, integrity, meekness and humility, self-control, finances, controlling our words, being a good leader and much more. Consumable Student Manual contains introduc-tory reading assignments and lesson reviews, outlines for teaching sessions and inductive study questions designed to challenge students to “dig into” God’s Word. The Teacher Manual is now a 3-ring binder and contains 35 lessons, schedules for three-, four-, or five- days per week, learning objectives, teaching strategies, optional scripture memorization plan, reproducible weekly quizzes and answer keys, and reduced student pages with answers. Some of the information found in the teacher manual isn’t found in the student book, but may be included on the quizzes. Quiz questions may be short answer, multiple-choice, true-false, matching, and short essay.~ Deanne058794 Student Manual (pb) 19.95 17.95071010 Teacher Manl Binder 47.95 45.95

Dynamic Christian Living: Basics of the Christian Life (8-9) Written from the perspective that spiritual growth has five essential stages, this yearlong study covers the basics of Christian living with the engaging, in-depth studies we have come to expect from Positive Action for Christ. Beginning with salvation and our new birth, consequent chapters explore the Bible as the inspired Word of God along with the intrinsic value of daily study, developing a prayer life, telling others about Jesus, and glorifying Christ in our daily lives. Consumable softcover Student Manual contains Scriptures for memorization and report-ing sheet, teacher lesson outlines, brief expla-nations and inductive study questions designed to challenge students to “dig into” God’s Word. The Teacher Manual is now in a 3-ring bind-er and contains 35 lessons, weekly schedules for three, four, or five days per week, learning objectives, teaching strategies, optional scripture memorization plan, weekly quizzes and unit tests, answer keys, and reduced student pages with answers. Reproducible quizzes and tests cover materials from both the Teacher’s Manual and the Student text, and may include short answer, multiple choice, true/false, matching, and short essay. Although targeted for upper mid-dle and high school, this could be an excellent resource for a new believer at any age. ~ Deanne058789 Student Manual . . . .19.95 17.95070997 Teacher Manl Binder 47.95 45.95

Behold Your God: Magnifying His Majesty (9-11) Designed for the serious student of God, this awe-inspiring study focuses on the God-head and what it means to magnify His Majesty. Beginning with the knowledge of God, you will dig deep into the nature of God, the attributes of God, the History of Christ, the Person of Christ, and the Holy Spirit. A recommended reading list is included with aligned application activities to expose the student to the important works of great men of God, like A.W. Tozer, Thomas Watson, C.H. Spurgeon and many others. Consumable SC Student Manual contains intro-ductory reading assignments, charts/diagrams and outlines corresponding to the teacher’s lec-ture, inductive study questions completed inde-pendent of class time, application activities, and a glossary. The Teacher Manual is now a print

format and comes in a 3-ring binder. It contains 35 lessons, weekly schedules for three-, four-, or five- day per week Bible classes, learning objectives, teaching strategies, optional scripture memorization plan, reproducible weekly quizzes and six unit tests (answer keys included), and reduced student pages with answers. Material from both the teacher and student editions is found on the quizzes and tests and may include short answer, multiple choice, true-false, match-ing, and short essay. While designed for upper level students, I suspect many adults will also be brought to their knees as they study the fathom-less topic of the God-head. ~ Deanne058787 Student Manual . . . . .19.95 17.95070994 Teacher Manl Binder 47.95 45.95

Proverbs (9-AD) This study of Proverbs is not only well done, it’s the kind of book you want to hold and peruse for its texture and inviting allure. Positive Action for Christ has writ-ten a study that will prepare your high schooler for what lays beyond the high school years, by helping lay the foundation for wisdom and character. This 35 lesson study is complete-ly focused on wisdom and its life-application. Charles Bridges said of Proverbs and the young, “It takes them as it were by the hand, sets up way-marks to warn against coming danger and imminent temptations, and allures them into the bright ways of God by the most engaging motives.” The first eight lessons prepare the stu-dent for the remainder of the book, which focuses on the Christian walk and fruits of the spirit, and their relationship with others. There will be read-ing, discussion topics, and note-taking during the instructor’s lecture. An optional indexing activity encourages the student to categorize the topics in Proverbs using chapter and verse, which can be a helpful tool for future reference. Opportunities for assessment are provided through quizzes and tests. In every lesson there is a short amount of reading and an application section for the stu-dent. It is followed by a teacher lesson in which the student fills in notes as the parent/teacher speaks. ‘Developing the ideas’ is the closing sec-tion of the lesson and includes memory work and project suggestions to put the new lesson in prac-tice. The Teacher Manual (print/binder or CD) contains 35 lessons, weekly schedules for three-, four-, or five- day per week, learning objectives, teaching strategies, optional scripture memoriza-tion plan, reproducible weekly quizzes and unit tests (answer keys included), and reduced student pages with answers. Teachers lecture from the material in the teacher edition and students take notes in the student book. Material from both the teacher and student editions is found on the quizzes and tests (short answer, multiple choice, true-false, matching, and short essay questions). This would be a great study to do with a group of students because of the discussion opportuni-ties. If you do this study one-on-one, you could use the questions as a family discussion time. This is a study to benefit your high school student or even you as a parent – it’s that good!012353 Student Manual . . . . .19.95 17.95012390 Teacher Manual CD. .28.95 26.95071007 Teacher Manl Binder 47.95 45.95

Life of Christ From the Gospel of John (9-12) Jesus Christ is acknowledged to be the most influential person to have walked this earth. In fact, to know Him, to be like Him, is the goal of earnest Christians everywhere. The foremost means of attaining this goal is through studying and considering His life, His deeds, and His teachings – in essence, His person. The Gospel of John is the perfect account to use for this purpose. John has considerable focus on who Jesus is, while the other three Gospels are more of an account of what He did. This study works through John with the following objectives for students: to see His brilliance, to know His com-passion, to thrill at His courage and power, to weep over His death, and to rejoice in His resur-rection. This is accomplished through a pairing of the student book and the teacher’s manual, which go hand-in-hand for a full, complete study of the person of Jesus. The student book gives a textual introduction for the section of John studied in each lesson followed by a consumable Q&A section, a fill-in-the-blank bullet list of notes that summarize the lesson from the teacher’s manual, and a “Digging Deeper” section of activities and in-depth studies for students to complete. The teacher’s manual contains the entire student book in reduced and corrected format, and has instructions, objectives, discussion points, and teaching points for each lesson. The Teacher Manual is now in print format and comes in a 3-ring binder. It contains 35 lessons, weekly schedules for three-, four-, or five- day per week, learning objectives, teaching strategies, optional scripture memorization plan, reproducible week-ly quizzes and unit tests (answer keys includ-ed), and reduced student pages with answers. Teachers will lecture from the material found in the teacher edition and students take notes in the student book. Material from both the teacher and student editions is found on the quizzes and tests and may include short answer, multiple choice, true-false, matching, and short essay. Can be used with any translation. – Zach047710 Student Manual . . . . .22.95 20.95047711 Teacher Manual CD. .28.95 26.95055029 Teacher’s Manual . . .47.95 45.95

Christian Adventure (9-AD) The Christian Adventure begins for your student as they do an in depth study of Pilgrim’s Progress and take a walk with Christian, the main charac-ter of the story, through the adventures of being a believer. Although written as a 10th grade Bible study, this can be used at the junior high level, with a combined group 7-12, or even use it alongside the book of Pilgrim’s Progress as a literature study. Each chapter begins with a reading from Pilgrim’s Progress (excerpt is included in the book). There is a bit of work to be done by the student before the lesson is taught in order for them to get the most from the teaching/lecture time. Charts and diagrams are found in the stu-dent book to help them focus on the point of the lesson and it should be filled in and studied for the quiz which will be taken at the end of each lesson. Application activities are included to help students develop, think about, and apply the principles from the lesson. Scripture passages are taken from the KJV, but students could use other versions with little difficulty. The Teacher Manual is now in print format


and comes in a 3-ring binder. It contains 35 lessons, weekly schedules for three-, four-, or five- day per week, learning objectives, teach-ing strategies, optional scripture memorization plan, reproducible weekly quizzes and unit tests (answer keys included), and reduced student pages with answers. Teachers will lecture from the material found in the teacher edition and students take notes in the student book. Material from both the teacher and student editions is found on the quizzes and tests and may include short answer, multiple choice, true-false, match-ing, and short essay. This meaty study is relevant to the obstacles faced by young people today, and will prepare them with scripture and under-standing to face life with confidence. ~ Donna028421 Student book. . . . . . .19.95 17.95028436 Teacher Manual CD. .28.95 26.95070996 Teacher Manl Binder 47.95 45.95

☼God-Man: Christ in the Gospels Study (9-12) God-Man examines the identity and purpose of God’s Son as he was here on earth. Students will learn how to apply spiritual concepts to their own lives as they learn to become more Christ-like. Students have a weekly memory verse with each lesson as they following Christ through his ministry, death, resurrection, and ascension as seen in the Gospels. The teacher edition contains notes, lesson sug-gestions, teaching strategy, and answer keys. A suggested weekly schedule for 3, 4, or 5 days will help you plan. Weekly quizzes are also included, covering information taught from the teacher edi-tion and content from the student manual. The student will write their notes from the teacher lessons on the formatted student manual pages and complete exercises to apply concepts. You will need both books for complete and thorough content coverage. This study will help students get to know the attributes of Christ and learn how to apply them personally. ~ Donna 071001 Student Manual . . . . .19.95 17.95071002 Teacher Manual. . . . .47.95 45.95

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BIBLE STUDY GUIDE FOR ALL AGES (PK-12) A very comprehensive and usable program for gaining Bible knowledge. The program consists of four units, each with 104 lessons. Units are neither strictly chronological nor strictly topi-cal, but are devised to cover aspects of the Old Testament and the New Testament, while putting events in historical perspective. The program uses a wide variety of methods to help us remem-ber the stories, including mapwork, drawing stick-figure pictures of the Bible stories, review of previous lessons, and drill of important facts. This course is designed to be led by a teacher and is not self-instructional. Lessons require little prepa-ration time, since the drill, review, scripture texts, explanation of terms, questions, mapwork, timeline placement, songs, memory verses, and prayer suggestions are all on one page and story visuals are available for each lesson. However, as with any lesson, preparation will make for a better presentation. It should be noted that this is a very complete guide for your family Bible study and the program can be done simply and thoroughly from just these guides. While any version of the Bible can be used with the Units,

the Student Pages use the vocabulary of the NIV. Additional but extra-cost aids include Student Pages, Teacher Guides/Answer Keys, the Wall Maps and Time Line Packet, the Beginner Time Line, Children’s A Cappella Song CD, the Picture Names and Label Packets, and Teacher Visuals. Student Pages for the Beginner level (age 3-grade K), Primary (grades 1-2) Intermediate (grades 3-4), and Advanced (grades 5-6) help students visualize and interact with the lessons. Each set of student pages contains 26 lessons, which are similar in format between levels. Beginner level activity sheets include memo-ry work, time line activities (which reference the Beginner Time Line), activities to become familiar with the structure of the Bible, picto-rial representations of Bible stories, and Bible study application. Primary, Intermediate, and Advanced student pages include comprehension activities, more advanced memory work, map and timeline work (using the Wall Maps/Time Line packet), activities for interacting with Bible stories, and Bible lesson application. While the use of the Wall Maps/Time Line and Beginner Time Line is referenced in the material, small time lines and maps are included with the lesson pages. The Primary Teacher Guide (spiral-bound) is necessary in order to use the Primary student pages because it provides lesson plans along with the answer key. The Intermediate and Advanced Teacher Keys provide answers and suggestions for using the Wall Maps and Time Line. While helpful, these would not be absolutely necessary if the teacher was comfortable with determining the answers. Both the Student Pages and the Teacher Keys have a very minimal binding and it’s obvious the pages are meant to be removed as they are used. The CD consistently gets nice reviews from customers, and contains all the music used in the program. The mix of common children’s songs with less popular songs and a variety of action songs will provide a nice accompaniment to your Bible study. Other maps, visuals, and charts are helpful and add a nice visual component.EACH UNIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95003690 Unit 1 008247 Unit 3008246 Unit 2 008248 Unit 4

Beginner Student Pages (age 3 - Gr. K)EACH SET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.95For Lessons:005190 1-26 017463 209-234005191 27-52 017464 235-260005192 53-78 017465 261-286005193 79-104 017466 287-312017459 105-130 017467 313-338017460 131-156 017468 339-364017461 157-182 017469 365-390017462 183-208 017470 391-416

Primary Student Pages (1-2)EACH SET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.95For Lessons:054869 1-26 043449 209-234054870 27-52 043482 235-260054871 53-78 043488 261-286054872 79-104 043508 287-312043417 105-130 043549 313-338043418 131-156 043560 339-364043423 157-182 043561 365-390043440 183-208 043654 391-416

Primary Teacher Guide (1-2)EACH SET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.95For Lessons:007492 1-26 043747 209-234007495 27-52 043755 235-260007499 53-78 043823 261-286007500 79-104 043844 287-312043710 105-130 043869 313-338043712 131-156 043960 339-364043716 157-182 043978 365-390043718 183-208 043979 391-416

Intermediate Student Pages (3-4)EACH SET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.95For Lessons:005194 1-26 017475 209-234005195 27-52 017476 235-260005196 53-78 017477 261-286005199 79-104 017478 287-312017471 105-130 017479 313-338017472 131-156 017480 339-364017473 157-182 017481 365-390017474 183-208 017482 391-416

Intermediate Teacher Key (3-4)EACH SET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95For Lessons:007414 1-26 017046 209-234007467 27-52 017059 235-260007479 53-78 017094 261-286007483 79-104 017099 287-312007411 105-130 043392 313-338007416 131-156 043394 339-364007447 157-182 043395 365-390007465 183-208 043396 391-416

Advanced Student Pages (5-6)EACH SET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.95For Lessons:021379 1-26 021453 209-234021489 27-52 021483 235-260021522 53-78 021487 261-286021526 79-104 021509 287-312021361 105-130 017895 313-338021380 131-156 017917 339-364021388 157-182 017920 365-390021438 183-208 017921 391-416

Advanced Teacher Key (5-6)EACH SET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95For Lessons:007383 1-26 016996 209-234007397 27-52 017001 235-260007402 53-78 017016 261-286007410 79-104 017026 287-312007377 105-130 043385 313-338007387 131-156 043387 339-364007391 157-182 043389 365-390007392 183-208 043390 391-416

005827 Wall Maps/Time Line (1-6) 24.953 blank maps and a timeline that cor-relate with lessons. Use with the Wall Map and Timeline Label Book (item #070723) Instructions are now included in the Map/Timeline Label Book. Time Line is two glossy posters that measure 76” x 25” when placed together. One poster spans Creation-1000 BC, the other around 722 BC-“this year” with Jesus’ lifespan marked. Glossy maps include the Old Testament world, New Testament Israel, and the 12 tribes of Canaan.

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070723 Wall Map & Time Line Label Bk 416 . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.95

Offering colorful, card stock labels for the first 104 pages, map keys and instructions, this compact 3-ring binder measures 7”x 9” and is the perfect complement to your Bible Study Guide map and timeline. Labels are marked for cutting but are not perforated.

026087 Beginner Time Line (PK-K) 24.95Intended for ages 3-5, this contains full-color pictures of Bible events that non-reading students can understand and place in order.

025906 Children’s Song CD . . . 19.95This 2-CD set holds 90 a cappella Bible songs used in the program.

026089 Bible Book Summary Cards Full Color . . . . . . . . . . 29.95

A nice visual supplement--now in full color! The set includes 66 cards which portray pictures that represent the main message of a book of the Bible. Measure 8 1/2” x 11”

021638 Small Bible Book Summary Cards (4” x 6”) . . . . . . 14.95

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Beginner’s Bible Curriculum Kit: 30 Lessons (PK) The Beginner’s Bible was the first Bible story book that my children read by themselves. It will always have a fond place in my heart for that reason alone. But the brightly illustrated, simply written book that tells the story of God’s people and His Son, Jesus, is a favorite of many. You can take that well-loved story book one step further with this curriculum kit. Designed to provide 30 preschool lessons based on the stories from the Beginner’s Bible, each video lesson covers three or so book lessons and utilizes the same artwork but with dramatized audio. You can either watch the video lessons or read the stories from the Bible (or both). Additional Resources in the Kit include PDF files for each lesson. A teacher’s lesson sheet includes a master supply list and an optional supply list, step-by-step lesson plans, suggested activities, and applications for the les-son. Color sheets and a family page outline devo-tion activities for the week. Included in this kit: The Beginner’s Bible hardcover storybook Bible, The Beginner’s Bible Curriculum DVD-ROM (28 animated stories, 2 review lessons, 30 printable lessons in PDF format, and a Getting Started Guide). Although designed as a preschool cur-riculum, I could see this being used as a young family’s first homeschool Bible curriculum; it even provides reading practice for emerging readers. ~ Janice056906 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129.99 79.95

Biblical Beginnings for Preschoolers (PK-K) This curriculum from Master Books is designed to introduce Biblical themes while integrating some preschool basic skills. Using a combination of several books and a teacher guide, this pro-gram is a full Bible program designed for lessons of 45 minutes to an hour, four times a week for 36 weeks, for 3-5 year olds. The curriculum can be used at home, in Sunday school, co-op or a small school setting. The Parent Lesson Planner (PLP) serves as the teacher guide and record book and provides what you as teacher need to plan, teach and record Bible lessons. You’ll find lesson plans and weekly schedules, instructions, materials lists and coloring pages. Each weekly schedule

of four lessons includes reading, coloring pages, activities and vocabulary building. Scheduling provides direction and yet enough flexibility to meet your specific needs. A suggested semester schedule briefly overviews material and then a daily schedule outlines each day’s objectives. Since Biblical Beginnings has multiple teaching venues in mind, lessons include “Circle Time” and different Center Times. These, however, can be easily adapted for the home school room. A minor point, but some of the coloring page illustrations weren’t my cup of tea (a little too cartoony for my tastes). Consumable and repro-ducible (for up to 10 students in one classroom) perforated pages. 8.25” x 11”, 164 pp, sc. This Bible curriculum requires the below-listed products (purchase separately) which include varied genre, activities and Bible lessons. I’ve included a brief description of each here; more thorough descriptions are available under each product listing. God Made the World & Me con-tains 13 lessons with activity center ideas. This book is used in conjunction with The Creation Story for Children, which pictures each day of creation. The A to Z Biblical Truths includes three top-flip, chart type books that tell creation and Genesis stories using colorful illustrations and rhyme (includes A is for Adam, D is for Dinosaur, and N is for Noah). Noah’s Ark Preschool Activity Book reinforces preschool skills while telling the story of Noah. To reinforce this series, select an accompanying 30-page coloring book by the same title. Each page rep-resents one letter of the alphabet and includes the same poem as the series. The final series is the Big Thoughts for Little Thinkers (BTLT), which will help relay spiritual truths to your young ones. ~ Ruth063714 Parent Lesson Planner 14.99 11.99047630 God Made the World and Me. . . . . . . . . . .13.99 11.19 045123 A is for Adam . . . . . .16.99 13.50045128 D is for Dinosaur . . .16.99 13.50045131 N is for Noah . . . . . .16.99 13.50027206 A is for Adam CB . . . 4.99 3.99027232 D is for Dinosaur CB 4.99 3.99027285 N is for Noah CB . . . 4.99 3.99045154 Noah’s Ark PK Acty. . 8.99 7.19046659 Creation Story for Children . . . . . . . . . .14.99 11.99045157 The Gospel (BTLT). . . 5.99 4.79045173 The Mission (BTLT) . . 5.99 4.79045198 Scripture (BTLT) . . . . 5.99 4.79045207 The Trinity (BTLT) . . . 5.99 4.79

Biblical Basics for Kindergarten Set (K-1) Teach basic skills and Bible at the same time. This set contains the Teacher Guide for Biblical Basics for Kindergarten, Creation, Creation Story for Children, and Not So Super Skyscraper. The Teacher Guide includes lesson instructions, a lesson schedule, worksheets and suggestions for other fun activities. Lessons may include songs, scripture memory, character connections, math connections, science connections, and English word work. Circle Time is also included in the lessons, so you must adapt for use with one child. Also, included in the Teacher Guide are some short books for use with the curriculum – Tiny Book, Big Book, Bombus the Bumblebee, Bombus Finds a Friend, Day the World Went Wacky, and Noah’s Floating Animal Park. Build a solid foundation of basic skills, while building

a solid foundation on the Bible. Donna066206 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78.96 57.50

☼Purposeful Design Elementary Bible (PK-6) This Bible series from Purposeful Design pro-vides another workbook option for your Bible curriculum. The colorful workbooks are divided into 34 weekly lessons for a full school year. Each year follows a theme: PK emphasizes truths that emphasize God’s love; K emphasizes God’s lov-ing care; 1st emphasizes God’s gifts; 2nd offers application of various Bible character traits; 3rd grade emphasizes Christ’s life, the early church, and missions from Paul’s time to the present; 4th covers the basic doctrines Christianity; 5th grade is studies in the Old Testament, choices, and their consequences; and 6th grade offers studies in the New Testament and application in personal life. All Scripture printed is NKJV, but this course can be used with any major Bible translation. The teacher editions contain a lot of informa-tion not found in the student workbooks. There are weekly reviews for all grades and weekly assessments for grades 1-6; weekly memory work; extension activities; visual aids; answer keys and more. A resource disc is included with the teacher edition. An 11-foot Bible timeline is included for reference throughout the year. The teacher edition contains all of the lesson back-ground and content. There are also separate les-sons at every level for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter. The student workbooks contain colorful and age-appropriate activities to reinforce each week-ly lesson. Though not intended for independent study, this is a very good Bible series. The levels are interac-tive between teacher/parent and student for better Bible understanding. ~ DonnaEACH STUDENT . . . . . . . . . . . . 20.50EACH TEACHER . . . . . . . . . . . . 90.25 Student TeacherGrade PK 030626 030630Grade K 030571 030614Grade 1 030255 030328Grade 2 030334 030339Grade 3 030342 030345Grade 4 030365 030422Grade 5 030448 030470Grade 6 030493 030529

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Bible Nuggets from A to Z (PK) The attention span of a preschool-age child is short, but not too short to begin laying a Bible foundation. This program is written just for that age group with with short, easy to implement les-sons. Bible Nuggets from A to Z has 34 lessons which are intended for one per week. The Bible story is short, 3 to 4 paragraphs, with a color-ful illustration. Each lesson is a 2-page spread and includes a short memory verse (NKJV), 3 discussion questions, and a Bible truth to be learned. Lessons 1 and 2 answer the questions “Who is Jesus” as he calms the storm and feeds the five thousand, lessons 3 through 30 follow the alphabet with stories like A for Adam, B for Best Buddies: Jonathan & David, and Z for Zacchaeus. Lessons 14 and 25 take a break to teach about Christmas and Easter, and lessons 31 through 34 teach stories about obedience to par-


ents, God’s love for children, and God’s power and plan for His people. Parents are to read the story to their child every day for one week and complete crafts and activities found in the complementary activity book. A very short intro-duction explains how to use the program. Bible Nuggets from A to Z Activity Book includes one activity per lesson and vary – coloring pages, cut and paste activities, drawing, circle the objects, memorize the 12 disciples, sequencing the story, tracing, and more. These tempting little nuggets of Bible stories and truths are a great introduction for your little ones – easy to use, priced right, and solid. ~ Donna001007 Text . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.50 7.50001010 Activity book. . . . . . .10.50 7.50

Bible Treasures (K-2) This series is wonderful for your young ones, especially if you just want simple, straightforward Bible stories presented in chronological order. Each consumable (non-reproducible) book has 36 units (one per week), each unit is divided into 5 lessons, and each lesson is one to two pages in length. The first four lessons in each unit include a Bible story that has been adapted from The Child’s Story Bible by Catherine Vos. At the end of each story, there are two questions about the story, one thought question, one question from the First Catechism, and a memory verse (this is the same for the whole week. The questions about the story can be answered with a word or two; the thought question is for discussion with your child. The fifth lesson in each unit is a ‘review’ lesson and includes a review of the memory verse and Catechism questions from that week along with a reinforcing activity – draw a picture of ways you can obey, retell the Bible story in their own words, build a miniature tab-ernacle of craft sticks, etc. An answer key is included at the back of the book for your convenience, and a colorful illus-tration is found at the beginning of each unit. Scriptures are the New King James Version. ~ Donna EACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .23.25 16.75058390 Genesis to Ruth058389 1 Samuel to Malachi063624 New Testament

☼A Sure Foundation (1-2) Intended for younger learners and based on the catechism, this book puts the information in an age-appropriate setting and understandable content. The consistent and easy-to-use format makes this a good resource for those teaching at home. The book’s content is divided into 63 units, with each unit divided into five lessons. Each lesson begins with one catechism question, each with a different purpose. The first lesson of the unit is a catechism drill which students are encouraged to memorize. The second lesson always contains reading selections from Scripture based on the theme. The third lesson presents a Bible story. Lesson 4 is written exercises for reinforcement. Lesson 5 has a special activity to support the theme. Easy to use and affordable, this one-book option is a good Bible study for your younger children. 230 pgs, pb. ~ Donna017670 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.95 10.95

Studying God’s Word (2-7) Struggling with Bible study or devotions at your house? Over the years we’ve tried a variety of approaches from several different publishers, from felt scene stories to just using the Bible. Studying God’s Word, from Christian Liberty Press, takes the workbook approach. Beginning in 2nd grade, the student studies the main events in the Old Testament, with an emphasis on the application of God’s Word to his life. The 3rd grade course concentrates on the life of Christ. Grades 4 through 7 provide a chronological study of the Bible. Grade 4 covers Genesis to Ruth, and grade 5 completes the Old Testament. In grade 6, the student studies the gospels, while grade 7 covers the Book of Acts. In these les-sons, background information and an outline of the Bible chapters are listed. A timeline is pro-vided to put the lesson in perspective, as well as giving the important events of that time period. Review questions are given at the end of each lesson to make sure that the main points have soaked in. All in all, Studying God’s Word is a solid yet inexpensive Bible course that can be easily implemented.EACH WORKTEXT C-H . . . . . .11.75 8.50EACH TEACHER MANUAL. . . . 5.25 3.95Worktext Teacher008711 Book C (2)008717 Book D (3) 008870012248 Book E (4) 010447008755 Book F (5) 008915015767 Book G (6) 017541012250 Book H (7) 012251

Journey Through the Bible (7-8) Students raised in Christian homes are often (and hopefully) surrounded by the stories of the Bible. Yet, there comes a time when each needs to move beyond listening/reading the stories to reading scripture directly. This series – Journey Through the Bible – is designed to provide just enough structure and guidance that the student not only benefits from the actual Bible reading but has the opportunity to dig into and understand the reading as well as to seek ways to apply it to his life. A three-year series, each course is divided into three units, each with 40 Bible reading-based lessons. Over the course of the three years; reading on average four chapters a day, the student will read through the Bible. The courses are based on the New King James Version (the most widely read translation in a version that is easier to read); while it is possible to use other translations, some questions use the particular language and phrases of the NKJV. Each course includes both a Student Exercises Workbook and a Textbook. The Workbook lists the Bible reading expected for the day along with ten questions from that reading that the student is to answer. Occasionally, an outside resource like a dictionary will be necessary to answer a question. Also included in the one-page-per-day workbook exercises are three questions that come from the Textbook. The Answer Key provides all answers for the workbook questions. The Textbook provides short lessons (usually less than one page) designed to help the student understand what she is reading - to bring clarity to the reading rather than teach a particular theo-logical perspective. Textbook lessons coordinate with the reading passages rather than the work-book lessons which means there might be more

than one workbook lesson per textbook lesson. In the textbook, notable vocabulary words are shown in bold. Likewise, thought questions end most lessons and are designed to help students think about the reading in a more critical manner and to apply it to their own lives. A separate Test Packet provides one test for every twenty lessons in the course and covers material from both the Textbook and the Workbook. To give you an idea of how these course components work together consider Lesson 105 which covers I Chronicles 19-21. Textual con-tent is one and a half columns concluding with a single thought question. This coordinates to a single workbook page for the same reading pas-sage. However, by comparison, the next reading passage (I Chronicles 22-29) and textbook lesson correlates to three workbook lessons, 106-108, and the student is encouraged to re-read the textbook lesson alongside each workbook lesson. If you’re ready to have your students dig deeper into the Scriptures and learn how to study for themselves, this course is an excellent starting point and will give you basic structure, provide overall biblical coverage, and require your child to read completely through the Bible. Workbooks, 168 pgs, pb; Textbooks, 136-158 pgs, pb. ~ JaniceEACH TEXT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.75 10.75EACH WORKBOOK. . . . . . . . .11.75 8.50EACH TESTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.25 3.95EACH ANSWER KEY . . . . . . . . .4.25 3.25

☼Book 1: Pentateuch & Historical Bks 2nd edThe heart of this course remains the same as the first edition, with the student text providing additional com-mentary connecting the Old Testament foreshadowing to New Testament under-standing. Covers Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges, Ruth, I & II Samuel, I & II Kings, I & II Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther. The last 24 lessons provide review. 1st and 2nd editions appear to be compatible. ~ Deanne030760 Text030762 Workbook030757 Tests030753 Answer Key

Book 2: Wisdom & Prophetic BooksCovers Psalms, Song of Solomon, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Job, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel, Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah and Malachi. 007929 Text007940 Workbook007923 Tests007914 Answer Key

Book 3: New TestamentCovers the complete New Testament, from Matthew to Revelation.063628 Text063626 Workbook063627 Tests063625 Answer Key

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Telling God’s Story (1-4) As Christian parents we yearn to pass our faith on to our children and know instinctively that this is one of the most significant challenges that we face. Taking our “job” seriously, we often turn to well-known curriculum options which tend to fall into one of several camps – the Bible story approach, the character study approach, the book-by-book approach, or an apologetic approach – failing to realize that by doing so we may miss the glorious “big picture.” Besides just asking our children “How does this apply to you?” we need to be asking the much more important question – “What does this tell us about God?” We are on a journey – a growing-in-faith jour-ney – and we have the privilege of providing the love and care our children need as they begin a similar journey. The Bible is not a book primar-ily devoted to what we should or should not do. Rather, it is devoted to telling us who we are and how our behavior should reflect that reality. The single most important biblical concept for living the Christian life is wisdom. In their daily deci-sion-making (just as in ours), our children will need to be able to call upon the wisdom they have been accumulating over the years – wisdom based on the whole of scripture and not on a random verse from here or there. Telling God’s Story provides a roadmap for teaching the Bible – thoughtfully and thoroughly – to our children. The Parent’s Guide outlines this approach and could stand on its own as that roadmap, but it also serves as an introduction to what will ultimately become a fully developed curriculum – complete with scripted lessons, activities, and lessons plans. The Parent’s Guide describes three stages of teaching the Bible. The primary emphasis of the elementary stage (grades 1-4) should be on Jesus. Teaching children about the life and message of Jesus builds a foundation that allows better understanding of the broader biblical story. So what is covered at this level? Jesus’ numerous acts of mercy and compassion, the major episodes of Jesus’ life, and what it means to be His follower. The middle grades (5th – 8th) are the perfect time to place Jesus within the larger context of Scripture and to look at the grand narrative as a whole. The third stage (grades 9-12) involves interacting with the Bible within its historical context. If this sounds a little like a classical pattern, you would be correct. Telling God’s Story provides a thorough ground-ing in the Gospel Message during the grammar stage, encourages critical thought and analysis as it investigates the biblical narrative during the logic stage, and gives rhetoric-stage students the opportunity to understand both the history and implications of the biblical story. Part Two of the Parent’s Guide provides an intro-duction to the narrative pattern of the Bible – that larger historical context previously mentioned. The author calls the biblical narrative the “Five Acts of the Bible.” These are Creation and the Fall, Abraham and Moses, David and the Problem of Kingship, The Return from Babylon, and, final-ly, Jesus: His birth, life, death, resurrection, and the story of His first followers. We expect the complete K-12 scope and sequence of this Bible curriculum to be fleshed out over the coming years. Currently, Years 1-3 are available. While Year 1 is designated a first grade curriculum, it seems meaty enough

to use anytime during grades 1-4 during this interim period of curriculum development. In the meantime, we’re assuming that (at least) the first four years will follow the pattern we see in Year 1: Meeting Jesus. The Instructor Text & Teaching Guide (125 pgs, pb) provides the textual lesson content for 36 lessons divided into 8 units – Stories Jesus Told, Miracles Jesus Did, Teachings of Jesus, Sermon on the Mount, Jesus’ Early Life, Jesus’ Disciples, Opposition to Jesus, and End of Jesus’ Life. Three supplemental lessons tell The Rest of the Story – the King on Trial, Crucifixion, and Jesus is Alive! Each lesson (2-3 pgs each) provides background information (orienting the parent to the biblical passage) and scripted lesson material which includes reading and discussing a scripture passage. The Student Guide and Activity Pages (405 pgs, pb) include a list of possible activities to reinforce the text lesson. A wide variety with a different selection for each lesson is provided. Among the pos-sibilities are art history (b/w art reproductions included), music, crafts, history, memory work, science, cooking and games. For each project there is a list of materials needed, easy-to-follow directions, and illustrations where applicable. All patterns or worksheets (well-done, by the way) are provided and reproducible (for families). Coloring pages (also well-done and reproducible) are provided for each lesson with the assumption that the student will be coloring while the parent/teacher is reading through the scripted lesson. Teacher prep is very minimal – just become familiar with the information and gather a few household-type supplies. [There are master lists of materials needed for all projects in the begin-ning of the Guide.] Since the lesson material is designed to be covered over a week’s time, les-son plans are simple – read the lesson on the first day and complete projects on the second and third days. Since there are at least 4-5 projects for each lesson, instruction could be spread over 4-5 days if preferred. This material could be eas-ily adapted to a classroom setting since there are both group and one-on-one projects provided.008093 Parent’s Guide to Teaching the Bible (AD) . . . . . .11.95 8.95

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Bible Studies for Elementary Children (1-7) Produced by Queen Homeschool Supplies, this series of books is a solid, biblically-based approach that will teach children what it means to live as Christians with upright character. This series has been designed with the intent that children could complete the lessons on their own, but both par-ents and children could certainly work through the books together in these twelve-week studies. It is recommended that children use a King James Version Bible and Noah Webster’s 1828 edition dictionary; in addition, since the books are con-sumable, each student should have his own copy

of the chosen studies. – JohnEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.95051342 God’s Armor: Suited for Life

Written for both girls and boys, this twelve-week study will teach children how to develop a closer relationship with God and strengthen character by wearing the armor of God each day.

051341 Honorable Boy: A Bible Study for Elementary Aged Boys

Through this exciting biographical study of biblical characters like Timothy and Abraham, your sons will learn the qualities of being real men. Students will learn such things as the meaning of honor and the importance of dili-gence and listening to instruction.

051344 Virtuous Girl: A Bible Study for Elementary Aged Girls

In this day and age, women need more direction on biblical womanhood than ever before; now young girls will learn what the Bible has to say on being a woman by taking a look at the character traits from virtuous women in the Bible.

God’s Great Covenant (3-6) Stories abound in the Bible. In fact, the stories all connect to give the entire message that is so important. So, in order to make that importance relevant to children, this curriculum uses some of the stories found in the Bible to reveal the faithfulness of God. There are four titles in the series, two on the Old Testament and two on the New Testament. The courses are each designed to take one year to complete at the elementary level. Each book contains 32 chapters (one per week for a full-year study) in which kids will learn how the Old Testament stories begin to point mankind toward the coming Savior in the New Testament. Chapters all follow the same basic layout – lesson scope, chapter theme, memory verse of the week, key facts, things to remember, an explanation of one of God’s characteristics, the two-plus page story, the review worksheets, and the chapter quiz. The stories and the questions are all written to the child, making it easy for them to use on their own, while still being fun to use with parents. Illustrations are used throughout and there are several maps in the back if the book. The chap-ters are divided into five themed units, and the final chapter in each unit is intended as a review – looking back over what has been taught, and preparing students for what is to come. The program definitely promotes knowledge retention through its abundance of activity worksheets and reviews. Old Testament Book 1 covers from Genesis through Ruth, and Book 2 covers Samuel through Malachi. New Testament Book 1: The Gospels, builds a foundation through a brief introduction to the historical and political history


of the 400 years before Christ was born. Four Units then build upon this foundation and take your child on a delightful journey through the life of Jesus Christ and God’s plan for His life, from prophecies of his birth to the Ascension. NT Book 2 is a study of the book of Acts, presenting it as adventure that continues today with ongoing missions work. Like the Old Testament books, there is a variety of learning activities provided: memory verses, stories, key facts, review work-sheets and quizzes. Primary Bible text is NIV. Each child will need their own student book, as it is not reproducible. Approx. 350 pgs. The Teacher’s Editions contain minimized versions of the student text, with answers provided and addi-tional teacher’s notes to expand on the lessons. Several supplemental items are available to enhance your studies. MP3 Audio files on CD contain all of the readings from the corresponding student book, read by Dr. Christopher Perrin. Please note that these must be played on a MP3-compatible CD player, on a computer, or an MP3 device. The Old Testament Timeline and Map set corresponds to the Old Testament Books 1 and 2, and includes a quality timeline of OT events and six maps which bring together the history and geography of the times. The double-sided timeline offers a completed timeline with all events and images shown on one side, while on the reverse side, it provides a blank timeline. Also included are images and events (to be cut out) which gives older children the opportunity to create a timeline of their own. The timeline can be cut apart, expanding to 76”, or left intact for families with less wall space. The full color maps measure 13” x 19” and are printed on semi-glossy, dura-ble cardstock. Included are: Abraham’s Journey, Israel’s Exodus, Kingdoms of Saul, David and Solomon, the Twelve Tribes of Israel, the Divided Kingdoms of Israel and Judah, and the Assyrian and Babylonian Empires. Clear and uncluttered, you can have confidence in the solid biblical grounding of this program. - Zach/Deanne

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Old Testament Book 2:024828 Student . . . . . . . . . . .23.95 20.50024872 Teacher . . . . . . . . . .24.95 21.25056629 Audio Files . . . . . . . .14.95 12.95GGCOT2 Set of 3 above. . . . . .63.85 49.95GGCOTC Old Testament Set . .164.65 128.95

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Veritas Bible Programs (2-6) Refer to the description of the Veritas History Programs to get info about this program.EACH HOMESCHOOL KIT. . . .61.00 52.84EACH H.S. KIT W/ CD. . . . . . .50.00 45.95EACH TEACHER MANUAL. . . . . 29.00EACH CARD SET. . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00EACH AUDIO CD. . . . . . . . . . . 7.00EACH ENHANCED CD . . . . . . . 25.00

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Most Important Thing You’ll Ever Study (6-10) OK, I will have to confess that lately I’ve “treated the Bible like a box of fortune cookies – reach in, grab a handful at random, break them open, and read the short writings inside.” This revelation dawned on me as I started to look over this series. The primary purpose of Scripture is to reveal who God is and what He is like. However, we also need to understand the intention of the human authors and likewise that it is also God’s Word to people in all times and places. Lastly, we must have the help of the Holy Spirit so that we are not just able to

explain biblical ideas but also to be moved to love, worship and obey God. The shallowness of the fortune cookie approach is painfully obvi-ous, and I was struck by the beauty of treating my Bible like the book it is – a book to be loved and obeyed, and a book to be read and stud-ied. Written by Starr Meade, author of Training Hearts and Teaching Minds, this series provides a user-friendly, empowering (not so overwhelm-ing you’re afraid you’ll never get finished), and systematic tool for such Bible study. The Most Important Thing You’ll Ever Study is an overview course of the entire Bible that can be used either as a supplement to a read through the entire Bible plan or as a stand alone survey course. Bible passages to accomplish either goal are icon-designated right in the worktext. Although the general approach is chronological through first the OT and then the NT, there are plenty of back-and-forth references along the way. Chronological means that the Bible history sections (Genesis through Chronicles; Gospels & Acts) provide the framework and the OT prophets and the NT epistles are woven in at appropriate places. Although there are not daily or even weekly lessons, there is a systematic approach to each reading assignment: read, answer ques-tions (both recall and thought-provoking), and be tested (after one or more reading assignments). The student (or parent administrator) can pace himself, and time needed to complete each assignment depend on whether the student is reading completely through the Bible or only the suggested study passages. Each worktext has around 200 pgs (actual range: 186 – 227). There are two volumes for the OT and two for the NT. Old Testament poet-ry is covered in a 50 page section at the end of Volume 2. For a high school student working at a one-credit pace (i.e. an hour per day), I think both OT and NT could be completed in one aca-demic year, but there would be few liabilities to slowing the pace and spreading it out over two years. Volume 5 is the answer key for all four volumes. ~ Janice048926 Complete Set. . . . . . .60.00 39.95 048927 Vol. 1 & 2, OT . . . . .30.00 21.95048928 Vol. 1, 2 & 5, OT . . .35.00 25.95048929 Vol. 3 & 4, NT . . . . .30.00 21.95048930 Vol. 3, 4 & 5, NT . . .35.00 25.95

Rooted and Grounded: A Guide for Spiritual Growth (9-AD) Written for a high school through adult level audience, this is a topical Bible study course that should take a full year. Topics cover select-ed areas of theology, relationship with God, and Christian living. Each week also includes a two-page introduction of an unreached people group accompanied by beautiful artwork by Julie Bosacker. This makes it easy to integrate prayer for each of these groups with regular lessons—sort of like incorporating the same ideas present-ed in the book Operation World into your studies and prayer life. The study is non-denominationally Protestant. Introductions to each lesson, aside from the unreached peoples’ information, are brief, so the focus is primarily upon Scripture itself. The student is directed to read directly from Scripture, then answer comprehension, analysis, and appli-cation questions. Frequently, lessons cross refer-

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ence additional Scripture verses. Scripture verses are purposely not included in the student book so that students become more familiar with the Bible itself by looking up the verses. However, the teacher’s guide does include an appendix with all the Scripture verses—46 pages worth! Memory verses are included along with a sug-gested review calendar for optimum retention. Student books (spiral bound) are consumable and nonreproducible, so you’ll need one for each student. The Teacher’s Guide is quite useful. It includes all the student material, the Bible verses, sam-ple lesson plans, teaching strategies, and notes/answers for questions students address in each lesson. Other features are weekly “prayer sug-gestions” relating to the lesson, weekly review “quizzes,” and some wonderful illustrations. In addition, there is a Test & Answer Keys booklet. The eight tests in the booklet include a mixture of short answer, vocabulary, matching, and essay questions. This is serious Bible study that would ideally be used by parent and child(ren) together. Although the publisher suggests using it only with upper level high school students, I believe that many homeschoolers in ninth and tenth grades would have no trouble with either the level of presen-tation or the ideas. ~ Reprinted from Christian Home Educators Curriculum Manuals with per-mission of Cathy Duffy, Grove Publishing.013011 Student Guide . . . . . .25.95 24.95013012 Teacher Guide. . . . . .42.95 39.95013013 Tests & Answer Key. . . 3.95RTDGRD Package of 3 above . .72.85 64.95

BIBLES

Children’s Bibles For young children, this section includes items that are mainly Bible story books, even though they are not complete Bibles.

Beginner’s Bible (ages 2-8) Introduce your child to the characters and sto-ries of the Bible with the simple, colorful stories in The Beginner’s Bible. This is one of the all-time best-selling children’s Bible books. Over 90 well-loved stories are easily read by beginners or read aloud to pre-readers. Many other products are based on the appeal of The Beginner’s Bible.002165 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.99 8.95

Preschooler’s Bible (PK) Introduce your children to Bible stories that are written in age-appropriate language with bright and inviting illustrations. Over 100 stories, pre-sented chronologically, begin with creation and conclude with a boy named Timothy. Every page is covered with color and artwork, so there is always something for children to see. The stories are short and told in a way that makes sense to young children. Print is a little larger and spacing is wider, especially nice if you have a child that can do some of the reading with you. The front of the Bible offers suggestions for ways to use this Bible and the table of contents lists the stories and where they can be found in your adult Bible. There are no references found with the stories, but within and at the end of each story are questions. These are simple questions to help children think about an aspect of the story or how it might apply to them or something they

can pray about – usually no more than one or two at a time. The back of the Bible lists the stories topically along with page numbers; this allows you to read them in groupings rather than chronologically. The book is over 400 pages of beautiful Bible stories and the hardcover will help it stand up to years of family reading. ~ Donna066194 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.99 11.95

Family-Time Bible in Pictures (PK-1) This little Bible is perfect for reading as a fam-ily with younger children. There are 128 Bible stories included in all, each one spanning two to three pages and accompanied by colorful and realistic illustrations. At the end of each story there is a thought to ponder or a simple question or two to help young children with comprehen-sion and open a discussion about the passage. 302 pgs, 6” x 8”, hc. – Melissa008707 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.99 9.75

☼Activity Bible: 52 Weeks of Stories, Puzzles, and Activities (PK-2) Now kids can write in their Bibles! A Bible storybook and activity book in one! Each Bible story is told and illustrated (full-color; full-page) on a two-page spread. The next two pages are activities relating to the story. The activities are simple but include mazes, story sequences, true/false, alike/different, coloring, word search, and find the pictures. In other words, a nice variety. 036175 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.99 9.50

The Child’s Story Bible (PK-2) A Bible in story form for your youngest children that is true to the Bible in substance, but simpli-fies or leaves out details beyond the young child’s comprehension or concern. Before your child is able to read for himself, you can familiarize him with the Bible, in context, with The Child’s Story Bible. You may also want to “build” felt pictures of the stories together using the Betty Lukens/Little Foks Bible Felt Set.008971 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28.00 19.95

Story Bible (Arch Books) (PK-3) This book presents the timeless stories of the Bible in a way that will intrigue young children. With colorful illustrations, the parables come alive. Starting in the Old Testament with Creation and ending in the New Testament with John’s vision of heaven in Revelation, this story Bible covers all the major stories of the Bible. Each message is short and moves in a succinct manner that will hold the attention of children. The infor-mation is accurately drawn from Scripture and makes use of the same wording. Each chapter includes the biblical reference, list of key words, and instructions for the readers to ask, do and pray about things pertaining to the story. For instance, in the story of Esther, the instructions tell readers to ask themselves what bad things Haman wanted to do, plan and prepare a unique meal for their families, and pray to thank God for making Esther brave. A glossary with definitions of key words is included. The Story Bible would be ideal for children to read on their own, help them to learn to read, or used to teach biblical lessons after dinner or during bedtime. 480 pages, hardcover; contains 130 stories. - John053115 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99 21.50

Jesus Storybook Bible (PK-3) This is a great book for introducing younger children to the moving and powerful stories from the Bible. In a storybook format, it takes the read-er through Genesis to Revelation, showing how the Bible is one big story about God and His plan for the world. The stories are paraphrased and written so young children can understand them and what they mean. They are surprisingly insightful and will captivate kids while they learn more about God and become familiar with Bible stories. Full-color pages fea-ture illustrations of the stories, and the book is great for reading out-loud or for slightly older kids to read independently. Measures 6.5” x 7.75” and is about an inch thick. 352 pgs, hc.041228 Original . . . . . . . . . .17.99 10.95055829 Deluxe Edition. . . . . .24.99 14.95

Includes the Jesus Storybook Bible with rib-bon marker, and the complete book on three audio CDs, read by David Suchet, packaged in a sturdy cardboard slipcase. The reading is phenomenal. David Suchet does a tremen-dous job bringing the characters and events to life and engaging everyone in the story. This is an audio that even Mom and Dad will enjoy hearing over and over again. Our kids have retained so much about the Bible because of this wonderful Bible and audio set. I highly, highly recommend this for your own children and as a gift to others. Hands-down my favorite audio to play during car trips. ~ Steph

Gospel Story Bible (PK-8) I was looking for a Bible story book that would appeal to and also be Gospel-centered for diverse ages— children and parents alike. I chose this one! On one page of each two-page spread, unique, vibrant, stylized (modern art-es-que) illustrations share the page with Let’s Talk about It questions to gauge comprehension and also connect each story with the Gospel. On the opposite page is an in-depth retelling of the Bible selection, designed to be read aloud. One might argue that there’s not enough to grab the child’s attention for the length of the retelling. However, the tone is conversational and easily understandable; the retelling is engaging without compromising the Gospel message. And I would argue, the Gospel draws people to itself. These 156 retellings highlight key events from the Old and New Testament. Each one ends with a focus on the Gospel and how that particular story points to Jesus. Well worth it for young and old, new and veteran Christians. This story Bible can be used as a companion to the devotionals by the same author: Long Story Short (#062381) and Old Story New (#062382). 8.5” x 9”, 328 pp, hc. ~ Ruth 062380 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99 23.50

Kingstone Bible (K-9)EACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .24.99 16.50046843 Volume 1046897 Volume 2046906 Volume 3


☼The Early Reader’s Bible (1-3) This Bible for the youngest readers includes a collection of 64 stories told using grade-level words. Stories are not simply pared down ver-sions in simple language; they are based on Bible selections but the author has written his own version and dialogue. This full-color illustrated story book includes comprehension or discussion questions after each reading selection, as well real-life application and short lists of key vocabu-lary terms. A Well Planned Lesson Plan resource. 514 pgs, hc. ~ Mike069316 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.99 10.95

Discoverer’s Bible for Young Readers: NIRV (1-4) Finally, a large print Bible for young readers! One of the best pieces of advice I received in my early days of homeschooling was to have a large print Bible for my young children. The point was made that young children may focus better on their reading skills without having to strain to read the small text, making Bible reading less intimidating and more enjoyable. Within the pages of this Bible, you will find a “Getting to know Jesus” question and answer section, introductions and outline of contents for each book of the Bible, 14 full color illustrations, eight Bible reading helps, eight full color maps, a dictionary, double column text and a list of one hundred fifty Bible stories. The NIrV is based upon the NIV and contains shorter sentences, simplified text and consistent use of names (eg: Sea of Galilee is used throughout NT, rather than the interchangeable names Sea of Gennesaret and Sea of Tiberias). Here is a sample from the NIrV, “God has breathed life into all Scripture. It is useful for teaching us what is true. It is useful for correcting our mistakes. It is useful for making our lives whole again. It is useful for training us to do what is right.” 2 Timothy 3:16. 8 1/2”x 5 ½” 2042 pgs, hc. ~ Deanne029711 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24.99 15.95

Adventure Bible for Early Readers NIrV (1-5) Finally! Here is a Bible that is perfect for your young reader who is too old for “picture Bibles” but too young for a “text Bible.” This Bible, published by Zondervan, nicely fills in the gap by producing a nice balance of intriguing illus-trations and a complete, easy to read text (which they refer to as the NIrV – the New International “readers” Version). This translation stays true to what the first writers of the Bible said, just with simpler words and shorter sentences. This makes this translation great for early readers, or those who are learning English as a second language. The youthfulness of this Bible is evident, as there are fun features littered throughout each book of the Bible. The features include “Words to Treasure” (key verses to memorize), “Did You Know?” (points out interesting facts in the Bible), “People in Bible Times” (provides mini-biogra-phies on key characters), “Life in Bible Times” (highlights archaeological and historical informa-tion) and “Live It!” (challenges the reader to apply what they just read to their lives). This paperback Bible also contains book introductions, an index, and a dictionary. In addition, there are full-color charts that are scattered throughout the Bible that provide additional information, eight full-color maps located at the back of the book, and a list of fun activities that provide many ideas for your

child to discuss, to do, and to make! This Bible is a great way to help your early reader begin to read the Bible on their own and embark on the adventure of a lifetime! – elise056887 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24.99 14.95

Day by Day Kid’s Bible (2-5) Written to a second grade reading level, this book by Karyn Henley presents the Bible in 365 slices, designed to take about 7 minutes each to read. Presented in a chronological format, you’ll find David’s psalms in line with the stories about his life they refer to, as well as the consol-idation of the New Testament so that your child encounters a single story of Jesus and the 1st century church which followed His resurrection. Genealogies, detailed laws, and repetitive pas-sages have been excluded to keep your child’s interest. With the readings being as short as they are, this is a great resource to establish a daily Bible time with kids. ~ Tom010153 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.99 12.95

Egermeier’s Bible Story Book (2-6) A long-time favorite Bible story book for chil-dren, with plenty of appealing illustrations to go along with an accurate re-telling of the story. Bob Jones uses this one as a support item for their elementary Bible courses. Pb.008656 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99 11.75

Golden Children’s Bible (3-5) Illustrated with bright, colorful artwork and rewritten in a style similar to the New King James Version, but simplified for children, this Bible is sure to capture your child’s attention. 510 pgs, hc. ~ Zach022802 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.99 13.95

NIV Adventure Bible (3-7) This Bible is very similar to The NIrV Adventure Bible for Young Readers (see description) as far as the format, but this Bible is the original NIV rather than NIrV. It also features “Words to Treasure,” “Did You Know?” “Life in Bible Times,” “Live It!” and “People in Bible Times” features as well as book introductions, an index and dictionary/concordance, charts and maps. Softcover version also features full-color illustra-tions, while hardcover is 3-color (brown/green/white). 1459 pgs.043300 Hardcover. . . . . . . . .29.99 17.50043301 Softcover . . . . . . . . .24.99 14.95

CHILDREN’S BIBLE STORIES

Books

Jesus and Me series (PK-1) Start your preschoolers out with the truth that Jesus is intimately involved in their lives. Using muted, childlike drawings of children in their daily activities, the truth statements are also told in pleasant rhyme. Jesus Hears Me whatever I do, wherever I say, whatever the situation. Jesus Knows Me from infant baptism to any age, and what I like and do. Jesus is With Me wherever I go, whatever I do, and takes my sins away. 5” x 5” rounded-edge board books, 22 pp. ~ RuthEACH BOOK (except noted) . . .6.99 5.50025227 Jesus Hears Me . . . . . .7.99 5.95025305 Jesus is With Me025306 Jesus Knows Me

Big Picture Interactive Bible Stories in 5 Minutes (PK-3) One of the Big Picture Interactive series, this sturdy book contains 13 stories spanning key events of the Old and New Testaments. Each story fills the pages with full color illustrations and narrative text suitable to read aloud to young ones, or on-your-own for an older child. This story book also offers contemporary helps. A Parent Connection page with questions and sug-gestions is included, as well as additional helps available on the publisher’s web site. Also, use the free, downloadable app to scan the icons pictured with each story, hear a brief summary and view a 3-D version. This story book features the illustrations and themes from the Gospel Project® for Kids Sunday School curriculum and would reinforce topics studied at church. 8” x 11”. 191 pp, hc. ~ Ruth059420 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99 10.95

☼Not Too Small at All (K-2) Children are never too young to learn that we glorify God by serving the purpose for which He created us. This charming story presents this truth in a way they will remember. Our story begins with Grandpa mouse sharing his experiences as a young mouse trying to find the important job he was made to do. After all, other, larger animals had important jobs. Trying jobs of various other animals, he realizes that his purpose is unique. One day, sensing God is leading him to the valley where Noah lived, he meets a lovely girl mouse and together they join Noah on the ark. There he discovers his ultimate purpose of glori-fying God by being available for His purposes. Beautifully illustrated. 30 pgs. hc. ~ Deanne068593 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13.99 11.19

For Such a Time as This (K-4) This is a beautiful book in words and pictures! Retold for girls, it is a collection of stories of women of the Bible and how God uses them—whether they followed God or not—in His over-arching plan. There is so much I love about this book! The stories are carefully retold without contradicting the Biblical account or sanitizing challenging topics. The plentiful graphite and full-color illustrations are absolutely lovely and captivating. Of particular note, based on the author’s personal conviction, the face of Jesus is never portrayed. Sometimes Bible story books stay at a superficial level, but this book is a dig-deeper devotional book. After each of the 40 stories, the girl is guided to take a closer look at “He,” (focusing on Jesus), “Me” (an opportu-nity to build personal character) and “She” (an opportunity to pray for another girl). Each story includes a key Hebrew word with pronuncia-tion and a key memory verse. Includes a Parent Connection page, with bonus material accessible online. Written by Angie Smith. 9” x 9”, hc, 249 pp. ~ Ruth063647 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 10.95


Tale of Three Trees (2-5) Three trees have decided what they want to be, but each ultimately gets used for something much different. God’s love changes their purposes, but who gets the glory? This picture book lovingly illustrates the traditional folk tale with earthy, oil pastel drawings. 26 pp, hc. ~ Ruth022312 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 9.75

☼Who is Jesus? (3-5) “Who is Jesus?” may be a difficult question to answer for young children. This straightforward, chronological look at Jesus’ life accomplishes just that. Bolstered by scripture from the four Gospels, each two-page spread covers a portion of Jesus’ life or teachings, complete with summa-rized scripture passages. Each page also features an abundance of relevant illustrations, historical facts, and contemporary information designed to immerse the reader in ancient times and customs. This is an excellent overview of Jesus which accurately depicts both religion and history. And not to worry, it includes Jesus’ miracles as well as other non-secular events in Jesus’ life, from his birth, to crucifixion, to resurrection and the spreading of the Good News. 62 pgs, hc. 046721 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.95 12.95

True Story of Noah’s Ark (3-AD) What an incredible retelling of a well-known story. The breathtaking pictures give the story more depth than any comparable story of Noah that I have ever read before. The pictures alone inspire a new wonderment of the story of the Flood, and the text adds to that to produce a book which Ken Ham says is, “…a fantastic reading book for the whole family…a coffee table witnessing book and a wonderful gift idea for non-Christians to challenge them concerning the truth of the Bible.” I think you’ll agree when you see this one. An audiobook CD is included in the book. ~ Zach024334 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.99 12.95

Know the Bible Now: A Visual Overview (4-8) The Bible can be overwhelming, especially for new believers or those just starting out and trying to understand. This book tells 120 key stories (chronologically) accompanied by 134 prints of realistic art and 107 informational graphics and maps. Each story is two pages – the first page is a retelling of the story marked with the book and chapter reference, ‘Words to Remember’ is a memory verse from the ESV, and the second page is a picture or map that complements the story. In cases where there is a picture, two or three ‘Did You Know’ questions offer additional information about the history or culture or a reference to the meaning of certain words. Periodically, readers will find a two-page spread that offers informa-tional graphics about a book of the Bible, a Bible character, an event, etc. – the kings of Judah and Israel, story of Jonah, and the book of Amos, just to name a few. The visuals give clarity to topics that might be confusing. This book is not intended to be a complete retelling of the Bible; several of the New Testament books are present-ed with just the two-page informational graphic pages. The topical index makes it easier to refer to specific stories. If you know someone who needs a simpler explanation of Bible content, the pictures and graphics found in this book will be very helpful.

It could also be used as your daily family Bible reading, since it should have an appeal to mul-tiple learning styles and age groups. 368 pages, pb. ~ Donna064862 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.99 14.25

☼How Many Animals were on the Ark? (3-9) Find answers to your questions about Noah and the ark in this wonderfully illustrated resource from Master Books. Find out what the Bible means by “kinds” in the book of Genesis, how did Noah fit all the animals on the ark and cared for them, how many animals there were, and much more. Pictures of animals and illustrations explain classification and how many types of animals were found in each “kind” of animal we know today. Scripture is interspersed throughout the book to offer Biblical support of the scientific information given. God’s Word is reliable in all cases, and that includes the account of Noah’s Ark. 60 pgs, hc. ~ Donna027278 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99 12.75

Series Books

Read Aloud Bible Stories (PK-2) These 32-page, accurate and true retellings of well-known Bible stories will be a favorite for all young children. Colorfully illustrated and great for family reading time.EACH BELOW (except noted). . .4.50 3.95

Old Testament039732 David: Fearless Fighter046193 Elijah: God’s Miracle Man039733 Esther: The Brave Queen039737 Joseph: God’s Dreamer046194 Joshua: Brave Leader046196 Nehemiah: Builder of God039740 Noah: Rescue Plan046197 Rebekah: Mother of Twins039744 Ruth: Harvest Girl039745 Sarah & Abraham . . . .3.99 3.50

New Testament039730 Birth of Jesus: The Promised Child039735 John: The Baptist039741 Paul: Journeys of Adv

A to Z Biblical Truths (PK-3) This Bible series is designed to teach Bible truths chronologically and in ABC format. Books stand up like a tent so the teacher can present the information while the student looks at the story on the other side. The story is presented

in poem format with bright, cartoon-like illus-trations (with a strong lean to humorous). Each page of each book in this series highlights a letter of the alphabet. Sometimes the alphabet words emphasize the traditional and tangible, such as B is for Bible; other words represent Biblical themes, such as B is for Back and C is for Called (both representing the consequences of Adam’s sin in a slightly different way). The teacher’s portion on the opposite side contains the lesson in semi-scripted form. The only preparation nec-essary is overviewing the lesson and preparing any activity materials. Teacher’s side contains the same poem portion as the student sees, Starting Point (the main point); Bible Bits (additional key points of the Bible lesson); Let’s Talk (discussion questions); Always Remember (key take-away point); Visual Vocabulary (searching for other items that also begin with that lesson’s letter); Stuff to Do (learning activities with explanations); and Quick Review (discussion questions). A is for Adam explains the Gospel from Genesis. D is for Dinosaur covers Noah’s ark and the Genesis flood; N is for Noah emphasizes trust-ing God’s promises. By Ken and Mally Ham and part of the Biblical Beginnings for Preschoolers Curriculum. Top spiral bound, 84 pp, hc. ~ RuthEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.99 13.50045123 A is for Adam045128 D is for Dinosaur045131 N is for Noah

☼Take-Home Bible Stories (PK-2) A book full of Bible “books”! Each book includes 62 reproducible pages that tell the key points of an Old or New Testament stories and can be colored and folded. Each story also includes a “think deeper” question and the Bible reference. Great for activities, Sunday School lesson reinforcement and more! Perforated and reproducible pages, sc. ~ Ruth EACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.99 9.50035520 New Testament035552 Old Testament

Logos Press Bible Story Books (PK-3) Looking for Bible stories told from an early church perspective? This series’ originality struck me since it highlights Biblical elements and stories typically not included in children’s story-books. For example, the Sword of Abram tells of Abram rescuing prisoners of war (Lot and other prisoners from Sodom) and the blessing from Melchizedek. In the Time of Noah (based on retellings from early church fathers such as Ambrose and Clement) relates Noah’s faith and rescue, but additionally highlights the culture Noah lived in: its evil and the Nephilim. Dragon and the Garden (similar to Milton’s Paradise Lost) retells Adam and Eve’s Fall with a Medieval slant: the serpent is portrayed as a dragon. The artwork is stylized, with muted watercolors. Interesting pictorial elements may trigger family discussion: “prehistoric” creatures are shown in the garden; volcanic images are included in the flood. Designed as a storybook, these could also be read by your stronger young readers; text is ¼” tall. 32 pp, hc (except for The Dragon & the Garden which is p/b). ~ RuthEACH BOOK (except noted) . .14.00 11.50 025057 Dragon & Garden (pb) 11.00 8.95025058 In the Time of Noah (hc)025061 Sword of Abram (hc)


ARCH BOOKS (K-4) I remember these fantastic books from when I was a kid. Aimed at the younger crowd, each book presents a complete Bible story in the form of a rhyming poem. Each page contains a stanza of the poem and colorful illustrations. A letter from the editor tells where the story is found in the Bible and how we can apply the story to our lives today. ~ Rachel S.EACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.99 2.40

Bible Beginnings026139 Fall Into Sin016557 Jacob’s Dream016597 Noah’s 2-by-2 Adventure016611 Story of Creation

Old Testament030820 Abraham, Sarah, and Isaac016523 Abraham’s Big Test071261 ☼Cain and Abel011583 Daniel and the Lions 016794 David and His Friend, Jonathan014061 Deborah Saves the Day016540 Elijah Helps the Widow052004 Ezekiel and the Dry Bones033325 God Provides Victory thru Gideon016549 God’s Fire for Elijah065482 God Saves Jerusalem016559 Jericho’s Tumbling Walls016574 Jonah and the Very Big Fish030855 Jonah, The Runaway Prophet048679 Joseph, Jacob’s Favorite Son071266 ☼Joshua and the Fall of Jericho014070 King Josiah And God’s Book016604 Lord Calls Samuel016591 Mother Who Prayed052008 One Boy, One Stone, One God052010 Queen Esther045422 Rahab’s Red Thread065486 Samson, Strong and Faithful019868 Shepherd Psalm010695 Solomon Builds the Temple033326 Ten Commandments014147 Ten Plagues016616 Three Men in Fiery Furnace026143 Tiny Baby Moses025080 Tower of Babel016617 Tried and True Job

New Testament011635 Fruit of the Spirit019851 Great Commission022152 Lydia Believes016585 Mary & Martha’s Dinner Guest022186 Pentecost Story071268 ☼Peter Surprises Rhoda017278 Saul’s Conversion 014276 Timothy Joins Paul

Christmas016524 Baby Born in a Stable016525 Baby Jesus is Born071260 ☼Baby King

Parables and Lessons of Jesus016552 Good Samaritan065483 Jesus and the Rich Young Man016843 Jesus and the Woman at the Well 071263 ☼Jesus’ Beach Breakfast016564 Jesus Blesses the Children030847 Jesus Teaches Us Not to Worry071265 ☼Jesus Visits Mary and Martha014075 Lost Coin014143 Parable of the Lost Sheep025078 Parable of the Seeds052581 Parable of the Workers in Vineyard071269 ☼Where is Jesus?014150 Widow’s Offering

Miracles Jesus Performed071262 ☼Hungry Mouths, Hungry Hearts016565 Jesus Calms the Storm045420 Jesus Wakes the Little Girl016571 Jesus Walks on the Water023509 Thankful Leper016622 What’s for Lunch

Easter023504 Centurion at the Cross012222 Easter Gift016550 Good Friday071264 ☼Jesus Christ Is Risen Today!016566 Jesus Enters Jerusalem016569 Jesus Returns to Heaven016593 My Happy Easter Book071267 ☼Night Peter Cried016613 Story of the Empty Tomb016619 Very First Lord’s Supper016621 Week That Led to Easter

Other016581 The Lord’s Prayer

Arch Books Keepsake Collections (K-4) The Arch Bible story books have been a favor-ite for 50 years. Each story relates a Bible story written in quatrain poetry. Full-color illustrations adorn each page. These Keepsake Collections of Best-Loved Stories contain 6 stories grouped together around a theme. At the end of each story, you’ll find a letter written directly to the parents that fleshes out related Biblical truths to share with your children. These padded hardcov-er books are ones to be treasured and include a presentation page. 6.5” x 2.5”, 100 pp. ~ RuthEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 7.75022007 Christmas Stories

Includes Mary’s Christmas Story; Joseph’s Christmas Story; Baby Jesus is Born; The Shepherds Shook in Their Shoes; The Star of Wonder; and My Merry Christmas Arch Book.

022026 Easter Stories Includes Jesus Enters Jerusalem; The Week that Led to Easter; Good Friday: Barabbas Goes Free; The Resurrection; My Happy Easter Book.

022026 Miracles of JesusIncludes Jesus’ First Miracle; The Great Catch of Fish; Jesus Calms the Storm; Jesus Heals Blind Bartimaeus; What’s for Lunch?; Jesus Wakes the Little Girl.

022089 Parables of JesusIncludes The Wise and Foolish Builders; The Parable of the Talents; The Story of the Good Samaritan; The Parable of the Lost Sheep; The Lost Coin; The Parable of the Prodigal Son.

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Get to Know Series (1-5) This series accomplishes some key aims that excite me: making Biblical and biographical information accessible, engaging, and stimulat-ing to children. Don’t let the front covers fool you! The interior is chock full of maps (4 per book), Scripture references, full-color illustra-tions, and archeological photographs, making these great Bible reference tools for your ele-mentary children. Learn about the life and times of each individual through such resources as a biographical timeline, a discussion of the Biblical account of the person’s life, and special inset sections: Bible Hero, Eyewitness Account, Did you Know?; and Word Bank. We can err in discussing the lives of Biblical individuals in a vacuum or even as though they are stories rather than actual accounts. I love that this series brings them to “real life” and reveals what their lives were like. In the book Mary (the mother of Jesus), although we have no surviving “proof” of her existence beyond the Bible, we learn so much about her daily life and customs. Information is provided to help readers more deeply understand the Biblical account of her life. But since there are references to extra-bib-lical sources and photographs of archeological proof that confirm Biblical accounts, I think these books will encourage budding apologists in your family! By the prolific author of such works as WriteShop Jr., Nancy I Sanders. 5.25” x 7.5”, approx. 120 pp, sc. ~ RuthEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.99 5.75017732 Apostle Paul 017826 King David017804 Jesus 017953 Mary

Audio / Video / Software

Jesus Storybook Bible Animated DVDs (PK-3) Teaching children the foundational stories of our Christian faith, each DVD contains short animat-ed videos designed to show children how every Biblical story whispers the name of Jesus. Video shorts are narrated by British actor David Suchet and illustrated by Jago. Each DVD is 55-60 min-utes in length. A perfect way to introduce children to Jesus, as He is expressed throughout the Bible, from beginning to end. ~ DeanneEACH DVD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 7.50059016 Volume 1

Contains the first eleven stories from the Old Testament, beginning with God and creation through Moses and the Red Sea.

059017 Volume 2Covers the final ten stories from the Old Testament from the Ten Commandments through the return of God’s people from slavery.

059018 Volume 3Begins with the first eleven stories from the New Testament: the birth of Jesus through the parable of the hidden treasure.

059019 Volume 4Contains the final twelve stories from the New Testament: Jesus and the children through John’s revelation of heaven.


YOUR STORY HOUR BIBLE STORIES

Bible Comes Alive Series (PK-AD) Like all Your Story Hour albums, these audio albums offer sto-ries that are profession-ally written, enacted, recorded, and pro-duced. Taken right from the Bible, each album includes twelve hours of drama that is inter-faith and non-doctrinal. Dramatic music and helpful sound effects add to the entertaining true stories. What better way for children or even adults to journey through the Old and New Testament of the Bible than with this entertaining and story-telling manner? Each album comes in a convenient and colorful storage case. ~ Rachel S.EACH CD ALBUM. . . . . . . . . .45.00 36.95024586 Album 1: Adam-Moses

25 stories - Adam and Eve, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, Moses, the deliverance of Israel through the Red Sea.

024587 Album 2: Moses – Nabel24 stories - Israelites in the desert, Miriam, Baalam, Achan, Joshua, Gideon, Samson, Ruth, Samuel, Saul, Jonathan, Goliath, David and the incident with Nabal.

024588 Album 3: David – Esther27 stories - David spares Saul, Mephibosheth, Bathsheba, Absalom, Adonijah, Solomon, Ahab, Naaman, Hezekiah, Esther, Haman plots Mordecai’s death.

024589 Album 4: Esther – Jesus’ Miracles25 stories - Esther saves her people, Job, Nebuchadnezzar, Daniel, Jonah, Jesus, Nicodemus, disciples, Simon, John the Baptist, the feeding of the 5000.

024590 Album 5: Jesus’ Miracles – Paul25 Stories - Jesus talked to the Phoenician woman, transfiguration, Lazarus, Zaccheus, the last supper, crucifixion, resurrection, Stephen, Saul, Peter, Paul and Silas, Paul’s trial.

BIBLE - SUPPLEMENTAL

Bible Bookmarks (K-AD) Printed in full color on sturdy cardstock, these bookmarks incorporate Biblical themes or Scripture. Scripture versions vary and there are also black and white prints on the back. Pictures draw your attention and sometimes use clever ways to learn Scripture: learn the “bee-attitudes” of Bee wise, Bee thankful, etc. The Books of the Bible adult bookmark has a more traditional design and traditional font; the kids’ bookmark by the same name is more modern and in easier-to-read-font. 2” x 6.5”. ~ RuthEACH BOOKMARK . . . . . . . . . . 0.25017484 Armor of God017494 Bee-attitudes017504 Books of the Bible (AD)017515 Books of the Bible (Kids)017517 Fruit of the Spirit017529 Interesting Bible Facts017560 Lord’s Prayer Bookmark017563 23rd Psalm017582 We Know All Things …Good059366 For God So Loved the World

☼Bible Bookmarks (K-AD) Encourage reading with these colorful book-marks containing inspiring Bible messages and cheerful reminders. These bookmarks bring a comforting note to readers and serve as a won-derful keepsake. They would make great gifts for a classroom or an individual. All bookmarks measure 2” x 6 ½” and are printed on sturdy cardstock. ~ GinaEACH BOOKMARK (exc noted) 0.25064443 Armor of God064453 Jesus Loves Me064455 Jesus Loves You064462 Pray for America064448 Fruits of the Spirit . . . . 0.95

9 Designs -one for each spiritual fruit064450 God Cares . . . . . . . . . 0.95

4 Designs each depict a short Bible quote with a loving animal picture.

Activity Books

Noah’s Ark: Pre-School Activity Book (PK) A Biblically based activity book that helps your preschooler review colors, numbers, letters, shapes, opposites and other basic skills (such as sequencing). The book tells the story of Noah with pleasant rhyme, detailed pictures to color in, and activities to do. It also directs students to learn various key concepts. For example, color the grain that Ham and his wife gather yellow; follow steps to draw a rectangle since the ark was rectangular shaped; learn alphabet letters using the included Noah Alphabet song. Each page emphasizes the story while reinforcing preschool concepts so children review both simultaneous-ly. Activities include tracing, coloring, mazes, counting, etc. A nice, Biblically based review activity book. From Master Books and part of the Biblical Beginnings for Preschoolers curriculum. 8 1/2” x 11”, 98 pp, sc. ~ Ruth045154 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.99 7.19

Beginners Bible Sticker & Activity Book (PK-3) Want an activity book to accompany your child’s Beginners Bible (#002165)? Need a qui-et-time Bible activity book? These Bible-themed books with simply written content provide activ-ities such as counting, coloring, follow the line, and mazes. Approximately half of the books can be used more than once since they contain over 50 reusable stickers, used to finish stories, com-plete puzzles, or work other activities. 8 ½” x 10 ½”, 16 pp, sc. ~ RuthEACH STICKER BOOK . . . . . . . .3.99 2.95061427 All About Jesus061428 Wild About Creation

Religious Stickers (PK-AD) Each of these sticker packs contains 120 self-adhesive stickers. The stickers are acid- and lignin-free, so you can use them on photos or in a scrapbook. ~ Rachel P.EACH PACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.49 2.30030317 Fruit of the Spirit

Eight whimsical, smiley-face fruits030313 Love One Another

Ladybug, rainbow, bee, butterfly & sun

Faith that Sticks Stickers (PK-AD) Stickers are useful for so many things: portfoli-os, grading, and encouragement to name a few. The Faith that Sticks Stickers offer a wide variety

of options, sizes and styles, but all are acid free. Some include Scripture or Biblical themes; some show kids praying or reading their Bible. There are metallic (foil edge), puffy, stylized and tra-ditional designs. Numbers and sizes of stickers vary per package. Whatever your need, there is a sticker for you! ~ Ruth1CHOKING HAZARD (1). Not <3yrs.EACH STICKER SET . . . . . . . . . .2.49 1.99060579 Berries and Blessings060582 Christian Symbol Smiles060583 Christian Symbol 060587 Cross060585 Cross Symbols (Puffy)060589 Everyday Encouragement060593 God’s Armor (Foil Edge)060596 Holy Bible060599 Jesus is Alive!060600 Jesus is Lord (Foil Edge)060602 John 3:16060603 Life of Christ060608 Love Your Neighbor060610 Nativity Stickers060612 Old Testament Bible 060614 Prayer (hands) (Foil Edge)060617 Psalm 9:1060618 Psalms Signs060619 Scroll Mottos060621 Stained Glass Cross (Foil Edge)

☼Faith That Sticks Sticker Books (PK-3) There’s nothing like stickers to get children involved with stories. One or two stickers are needed to complete each page of these stories. The stories are taken from the gospels, with direct biblical quotations worked into the stories. After the sticker-story, there are discussion questions and some activity pages – word search, match-ing, coloring, and craft ideas. 20 pgs plus 2 sheets of stickers; pb. ~ JaniceEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.99 2.95011206 Jesus Blesses the Children011238 Jesus Lives!

Hidden Pictures:Treasures in God’s Word(PK-6) These three books offer illustrations of stories from the Bible with related objects hidden in the picture. Children can find the hidden objects, color the picture, and answer the question about the Bible story. The page also gives the Bible reference so children can read the story in the Bible. - MelissaEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.99 3.95017492 PK-K 017491 4-6017490 1-3

Look & Find Bible (PK-3) There’s much here to see and do and do again while telling a beloved Bible story. Introduce your child to Bible settings and images through the colorful Seek and Find activities from the Old and New Testament. OT stories include: Creation, Noahs ark, the Exodus, David and Goliath, and Jonah. From the NT they will read about the Birth of Jesus, Jesus Feeds the Five


Thousand, and the Resurrection of Jesus. Bible references are included. The story is written on a sturdy “flap” page. The immediate facing page illustrates the story. Once the story is done, open the flap to explore even more Bible-packed scenes. The search checklist is also written there and some of the items are represented in pictorial form for easier identifi-cation. Designed so kids can use a dry-erase marker; pages wipe clean. 16 sturdy, tri-fold pages. ~ RuthEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.99 9.50063648 New Testament063649 Old Testament

Busy Bibles (PK-3) These colorful Bibles for young children are full of buttons, snaps, Velcro, lift-the-flaps and other fun surprises for busy little hands. Pages are cloth and felt, so the book is fairly thick and very quiet. The text on the pages features only the title of the story and the Scripture reference, but an included sheet provides short summaries of the stories for parents to read to kids as they play with the cor-responding pages.1CHOKING HAZARD (1). Not <3yrs.EACH BIBLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54.95 45.95021587 Busy Bible

Some of the highlights of this original Busy Bible are lifting the numbered flaps of the earth to see each day’s creations, Joseph’s coat of many colors, helping Ruth gathergrain, unzipping the great fish to find Jonah, setting up a nativity scene, and playing the Good Samaritan. When children are finished playing, they can Velcro the book shut and place it back in its clear carrying case, which features a snap close and a handle for easy transport

011815 Busy Bible, Jesus Our SaviorWrite on a Prophet’s Scroll, assemble a puz-zle of Jesus’ birth, reveal the gifts brought by the wise men, see the widow’s mites, find the lost sheep, and roll away the stone from Jesus’ tomb. Hear and interact with the stories of Jesus from birth to resurrection with this quality, quiet-play book for little ones. Like the original Busy Bible, this one can also be stored in its clear carrying case.

Gigantic Book of Bible Fun (1-6) Learn about the Bible with over 350 fun activi-ties! This thick activity book contains mazes, con-nect-the-dots, crosswords, word code puzzles, spot-the-difference challenges, word searches, and coloring pages. Most pages provide one or two sentence summaries of the Bible story being referenced. In some cases, the Bible story is revealed by completing the activity. Pages are perforated for easy removal. Answers included. ~ Lisa012541 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.99 4.75

Yes & Know Bible Invisible Ink Trivia (2-AD) Take your Bible learning on the go with these fun books! Each 48-page book comes with a special marker that allows you to see the answers – no flipping to a solution key in the back, just color with the magic ink and the answer will appear before your eyes! – LauraEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.99 3.60063034 New Testament063035 Old Testament

Coloring Books

My Great Big Coloring Bible (PK-2)065484 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.99 5.50

Story of Jesus Coloring and Activity Bk (PK-2)065487 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.99 3.95

Bible Treasures Coloring Book (PK-3) Be inspired with this pocket-sized coloring book. Measuring 4” x 5.5”it contains over 30 Bible verses (KJV). Each page holds one verse accompanied by a lovely nature illustration. “Seek ye first the kingdom of God” (Matthew 6:33); “Under His wings shalt thou trust” (Psalm 91:4); and “Before they call, I will answer” (Isaiah 65:24) are a few examples. Perfect for helping students memorize or to brighten some-one’s day with encouraging truth. ~ Lisa001015 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95

Missionaries Coloring Book (PK-3) There is a verse in the Bible that has been translated into 1,100 languages. That verse is John 3:16, “For God so loved the world, that he gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” This coloring book has 25 pages of children from different countries, in their native costume. Their country’s flag and a map of the country are also printed on each page. John 3:16 is also shown in their native language. As your children color they will be reminded that God loves the world and everyone in the world! - elise004434 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95

Games & Active Play

Full Armor of God Set (Red/Silver) (PK-2) Ephesians 6:13-18 tells us that we must put on the “full armor of God”. Reading this scripture passage to your children or having them memo-rize the verses is great, but having them actually suit up in realistic armor as you go through the commands in each verse will really help the message hit home. This silver and red multi-piece play set includes: Helmet of Salvation, Breastplate of Righteousness, Belt of Truth, Spirit-of-the-Word Sword, Shield of Faith, and shin guards (just to complete the look). Everything is made out of sturdy, safe plastic and the sword’s tip is blunt. Boys and girls alike will be thrilled to put on the “full armor of God” and use the character-building lessons learned in the passage in their own lives! – elise 038571 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99 21.50

David & Goliath Battle Set (PK) (ages 3+) Retell the story of David and Goliath with these durable 3” figures, perfect for little hands! Includes a miniature storybook about the tale of David and Goliath.004299 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99 22.75

Music / Hymns

Wee Sing Bible Songs Book & CD (PK-2) Sing to praise the Lord with your wee singers! Over one hour of musical entertainment with memorable songs that your children will enjoy.001503 Wee Sing Bible Songs 10.99 7.95005805 More Bible Songs . . .10.99 7.95

Singing Bible CDs (PK-3) Learning facts and characters of the Bible has never been more fun! This CD collection has over 50 original sing-along songs. These songs will take your child on an adventurous walk starting in Genesis and going all the way through Revelations. The memorable lyrics and tongue twisters in these songs will make understanding the Bible an exciting journey. A lyric booklet is included to help you make sure you get all the words and the CDs come in a handy plastic storage case. Your children will have a blast performing for family members, at church, or just belting out the tunes in the car. ~ elise 034446 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.99 17.95

Judy Rogers CDs (PK-AD) If you’re looking for inspiration and quality music that teaches biblical principles, look no further. The Lord has blessed Judy with a beau-tiful voice and she has responded by expressing Biblical truth in music that the children (and mom & dad) want to listen to over and over. If our kids are accurate barometers, you can’t go wrong with these.EACH CD (except noted) . . . . .14.99 12.75023872 Why Can’t I See God?

A children’s catechism in song.011129 Go To the Ant

Puts Proverbs to music to instruct children.005808 Teach Me While My Heart Is Tender . . . . .16.99 14.25

A fantastic collection of Judy’s best-loved songs for all ages. The CD runs for 72 min-utes and includes best-loved songs selected from Why Can’t I See God?, Go To the Ant, Stand Up!, and Walkin’ Wise.

019452 ☼Consider God’s Critters

Christmas

☼Story of Christmas Advent Calendar (PK-5) Spend the holiday season learning the Christmas story! Each night starting December 1st, remove an ornament from the calendar. The ornament is actually a tiny board book that tells a small portion of the Christmas story, such as Mary, the journey, the stable, the angel Gabriel, Bethlehem, the manger, etc. This reminds me of one of my childhood traditions with a similar set – every evening, we would read the text on the ornament, and our parents would sometimes supplement it with scripture. This set makes it easy to create a cherished tradition with your family that preserves the Christmas story. – Laura068078 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.99 12.50


Bartholomew’s Passage (PK-AD) From Arnold Ytreeide, author of Jotham’s Journey, comes Bartholomew’s Passage, another family advent story. The story follows Bartholomew, a young boy whose village is ran-sacked by Roman soldiers, as he travels through Israel searching for his family—through slavery, suffering, and adventurous escape. He finds his family one fateful night and introduces them to the Son of God born in the manger in Bethlehem. The book is divided into sections to be read one each day of the four weeks of the Advent season, with extra material and scripture for discussion at the end of each section. The story, meant to be read over the entire Advent season, is long with small two-color illustrations at the beginning of each section. It is not a picture book, but when used as a companion to Advent traditions, read aloud to the family by the light of the Advent candles, Bartholomew’s Passage will be a mean-ingful reminder of God’s great love and great gift to us in Jesus. A brief history of Advent customs and a chart of Advent dates until 2080 make this book easy to implement even for those unfamiliar with Advent traditions. Bartholomew’s Passage includes violence and tragedy that may need to be summarized or skipped over for the youngest children, but it is the author’s intent (as he states in his note to parents) that “the point is not to cover up the dark side of life but rather to show how the love of God and His Son Jesus Christ is the light of our lives.” ~ Rachel D.016082 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.99 11.95

☼Legend of the Christmas Stocking (PK-3) This beautiful story will remind young and old of the true meaning of Christmas. Peter discovers the origin of hanging stockings at Christmas, the generosity of a man named Nicholas, and is reminded of God’s love and generosity toward us. Set in the 1800s, Peter’s father is away at sea and Peter is selling newspapers to raise money to buy a model schooner and to help his fam-ily during this difficulty time. His pastor shares the story behind the hanging of stockings and Peter prays that God will help him be generous with his mother and sisters this Christmastime. Although written for younger children, the lesson taught through the stories of Peter and Nicholas is a reminder to us all that “it is more blessed to give than to receive.” 32 pgs, hc. ~ Donna 071106 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17.99 11.75

☼Jesus Is Most Special (PK-3) Present the story of Jesus’ birth in bite-size pieces just right for little ones. They will learn the Promise of a Savior, the Waiting of the Jewish people, Mary the mother of Jesus, Joseph the earthly father of Jesus and Bethlehem, baby Jesus – God’s Son, Shepherds watching their sheep and the angels who appeared to them, the Wise Men who came from afar to worship, and the need to Tell the world about Jesus the Savior. Each part of the story is only two pages: an accompanying ESV scripture or lyrics to a familiar Christmas carol and a brief story that emphasizes one of the key words or thoughts mentioned above. A full two-page illustration accompanies every part of the story. The author suggests using this book along with a nativity set to add a more multi-sensory approach to learning the importance of the Christmas story. You can read the parts several times; have your child tell

the story back; add nativity pieces as they are mentioned. The key words and using nativity figures will help children remember; a wonderful way to learn about the specialness of Jesus! 24 pgs, hc. ~ Donna059872 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 8.50

Promise Kept: Story of Christmas (3-AD)072738 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.95 11.15

Christmas Carols: Complete Verses (3-AD)005596 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.00 2.50

☼Saint Nicholas (K-3) Three hundred years after Jesus walked the earth, a kindly bishop shared the love of Jesus with families in his village. Beloved for his kind words and deeds to the less fortunate, tales of generosity spread around the region and ulti-mately, the world. In Europe, he is known as Father Christmas and in America, Santa Claus. Children will be captivated with this beautiful retelling of this great and kind man who modeled Jesus to all he met. Beautifully illustrated. 32 pgs, pb. ~ Deanne068813 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.99 5.95

Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey After we received this sample, first Mark, then Mom, Dad, Megan, and I read it; we all thought it was definitely a “keeper.” Jonathan Toomey, a woodcarver, is nicknamed Mr. Gloomy because he never smiles and he’s always grumbling. The Widow McDowell and her young son request a set of Christmas figurines, and the relationships that develop help Mr. Toomey get over the events that made him sad. - Stephanie005309 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17.99 12.95

PVC Nativity Set with Storybook (PK-AD) Don’t just read the nativity story to your kids - let them act out this significant story with figu-rines of their own. This great set includes a small 8-page storybook and 17 adorable nativity figu-rines including three wise men, two shepherds, two angels, four animals, Mary, Joseph, Jesus, a stable, a tree, and more. The figurines are made from durable PVC plastic and are perfect for young kids. Figures are about 3” tall and the stable is about 5.5” tall and 10” wide. Not only is this is one of the cutest nativity sets out there - no problem letting your kids play with it!042051 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99 19.95

Playmobil Nativity Manger Set (PK-5) Playmobil figures are so charming and durable we were excited to see that they offered a nativ-ity set! Cute enough to display, yet designed for play, it includes a sturdy stable with cardboard backdrop, five figures (Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus, a shepherd and an angel), a cow, donkey, two sheep, two doves, the manger, a lantern and other accessories. We can’t guarantee that other toys won’t visit this stable, but it is a neat way to re-enact the Christmas story! 010904 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39.99 36.95

Twelve Names of Christmas Ornaments (PK-AD) Subtitled Faith-building Ornaments for Discovering Jesus. These lovely ornaments are based on the belief that knowing 12 of Jesus’ names leads us to know and worship Him. Each ornament in this set from Family Life illustrates a

name of Jesus. Use the 12-day devotional, The Twelve Days of Christmas: Who Jesus is to Me (7” x 5”, sc), to lead your family through that day’s reading. Devotionals are appropriate for all ages and are two pages in length. This book ends with a section entitled Leading a Child to Christ as an additional resource. After the devotional, hang up the corresponding ornament. The orna-ments are thick (approx. 1/4”), shaped cardboard outlined in gold glitter and come with red rib-bon hangers. On one side is written a name of Jesus, also represented by a full-colored picture: the Door, the Light, the Lamb of God, etc. The opposite side includes a corresponding Scripture verse. Access to additional resources is available online with the provided code. A wonderful, Christ-centered Christmas tradition to start! ~ Ruth 1CHOKING HAZARD (1). Not <3yrs.002287 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.99 13.95

Christmas Scavenger Hunt Game (1-AD) Here’s some great entertainment for the whole family while everyone is together for the holi-days! Split up into teams, choose a deck (one for indoors and the other for outside), then set off to look for Christmas-themed items like a “lumpy present” or “something white and cold”. The instructions are simple so you can add your own rules about how to collect items or how to determine a winner. 2+ players.065178 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 7.95

Easter

Resurrection Eggs (20th Anniv. Ed) (PK-AD) As someone who was homeschooled, I fondly recall my mother turning anything and everything into a teaching moment, and an Easter egg hunt is no exception. I remember using a much earlier set of Resurrection Eggs to learn the Easter story in a very fun, practical, and hands-on way. Each of the 12 plastic eggs contains a small object that pertains to a part of the Easter story, such as some small silver coins, a cross made of dulled nails, or a figure of praying hands. Simply open the egg, look at the objec42450t, then read the relevant scripture and short devo-tional in the provided instruction book, written in both English and Spanish. The eggs can be used in two different ways. Either set aside some time to go through an egg every day leading up to the holiday, or have an indoor egg hunt with a lesson afterwards! Two sheets of stickers show the same objects, great for a craft project or lesson. Everything fits perfectly into a special plastic egg carton to be tucked away safely for next Easter. – Laura022611 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.99 13.95

Easter Story Egg Activity Set (PK-AD) The Easter Story is not a one-day event, but something that began on Palm Sunday. This beautiful set of stacking wooden eggs and Hardcover Book can be used to tell that story in a way that will be remembered. The set contains seven wooden nesting eggs, each representing an event between Palm Sunday and the Resurrection. Begin with the largest egg, approximately 5.5” tall and 3.5” diameter, which has a palm leaf painted on both sides; this represents Palm Sunday. The next egg, nested neatly inside, is painted with a gold and white temple that represents God’s House of Prayer.


Next, is an egg with a heart on both sides, this represents the greatest commandment, “Love the Lord with all your heart, and love your neighbor as yourself.” The next egg shows a beautiful jar pouring out to represent the woman who washed Jesus with expensive perfume at Simon’s home. The last supper is painted on the next egg, and the sixth egg has a colorful cross painted on both sides. The seventh and smallest egg is painted gray to represent the stone at the tomb. The egg halves fit snugly together; the more you play with them the easier they will open. The book included in the set is a 39-page, hardcover book that tells the story to go along with the egg. Simple, colorful illustrations are found on almost every page, rhyming lyrics tell the story of each egg, and a Bible verse (NIV) finishes out each section of the story. There are so many ways to use the Easter Story Egg and book - do one egg each day beginning with Palm Sunday and read only that portion of the story, let children unstack the eggs as the story is being read to them, or let children tell you the story using the eggs. Make this part of your family tradition as you celebrate the true meaning of Easter. ~ Donna039468 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34.99

SCRIPTURE MEMORIZATION

ABC Memory (PK-K) This collection will help your children store God’s Word in their hearts. And it is as easy as learning their A-B-C’s! A is for “All we like sheep have gone astray, we have turned everyone to his own way.” (Isaiah 53:6) B is for “But He was wounded for our transgressions.” (Isaiah 53:5) C is for “Children, obey your parents in the Lord for this is right.” (Ephesians 6:1) From A to Z there is a verse for each letter! To help your children learn these 26 verses, there is a coloring book, a memory book, and a sing-along CD. The 27 page coloring book has realistic pictures of children in action to color that go along with the memory verse. The 59 page, spiral-bound memory book has two pages dedicated to each verse. On the left hand page, there is a full-color illustration, a summation of what the verse means, and a short poem you can read to your child. On the right hand page the verse is printed in large bold let-ters, so your children can read the verse to you! Then the sing-along CD takes you page by page through the memory book. Your children will listen to the narrator read the summation of what the verse says and then read the verse aloud. Then young children sing though the verse in the form of a song three times. Each song ranges from two to three minutes. Your children will love the happy tunes and before they know it, they’ll have the verse memorized! Each of these items can be used on their own, but they work very well together for scripture memorization. Starting now with scripture memory will help them later on. And it is as easy as learning theA-B-C’s! - elise004417 Coloring Book . . . . . . . 2.95004421 Memory Book . . . . . .12.00 10.75004429 Memory Book CD . . .12.00 10.75

ABC Bible Verse Book (PK-K)008637 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 5.95

Memory Work Notebook (PK-12)050014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 8.25

☼Fun-Schooling Beginners-Bible Bunny Learns to Read 30 Bible Verses (1-4) Using the Dyslexie© font designed specifically for dyslexic readers, this book teaches 30 Bible verses using repeated activities. Each Old or New Testament verse is tied to a theme like hope, gossip, enemies and faith (6 pages per verse). First, students color a drawing of Bible Bunny. Then, parents read the included verse and students use a dot-to-dot activity to form 3 letters (progressing in alphabetical order). Next, students trace a repeated, lighter image of Bible Bunny. Then, they draw a picture of the verse. Finally, they write down the Bible verse and what they are thankful for. Reproducible for single family use. 6”x 8”, 186 pgs, pb. ~ Ruth068488 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.50 11.95

Awesome Bible Verses Every Kid Should Know (2-6) Everyone needs to be well-versed in the Word of God! This book pulls Bible vers-es together for 34 specific themes, like Creation, the Ten Commandments, dis-cipline, and guarding your mind. Each theme is divid-ed into several sections that help explain the topic and verses being discussed. These sections begin with the verses themselves and an introduction. Then they go into devo-tionals, with the following topics for each verse: “What I Think,” “What God Wants Me to Know,” “Look at It This Way,” and a prayer. For instance, on the theme of anger, the book looks at Proverbs 22:24-25, 29:22; Ephesians 4:26-27; and James 1:19-20. The introduction speaks of how anger is a normal human emotion, but explains that it can lead to sin. Some common thoughts about anger are shared. Aspects of anger are discussed, including what it does in our lives and how it can be controlled. A story illustrates the dan-ger of directing fleshly anger at other people. Finishing out the study is a prayer for God to help learning how to control anger and to show kindness to others. Written by Rebecca Lutzer (wife of Moody Church pastor Erwin Lutzer), this book can be a welcome addition to your family’s devotional repertoire. 111 pgs, pb.028430 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 7.50

Adventure Bible 101 Verses That Stick for Kids (4-7) Keep your memory verses where you need them! This magnetic sticky notepad puts God’s word just where you need the daily encourage-ment – on the fridge, a bathroom mirror, on your alarm clock, or in a locker. 4” x 3” notes make a great addition to you NIV Adventure Bible, or give them as a gift set for someone special. ~ Sara 008200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.99 4.95

Bible Memory Card Sets (5-AD) Inexpensive Scripture verse flash cards that take you through the Bible. Pick out ones that correlate with your study, or just take ‘em all to heart! Each set contains 1,000 cards. Each shows book, chapter, verse source and character-izing topic on the front with one or more verses printed on back.EACH SET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.95010023 KJV Version 010024 NIV Version

Scripture Memory Songs

Hide ‘Em In Your Heart (PK-4) Children will have no trouble hiding God’s Word in their hearts when they sing along with Steve Green and his upbeat cast of children. In these audios, Scripture is taken from a mixture of translations - NIV, NKJV, and NASB – and the group sings Bible verses pretty much word for word in a mix of musical styles ranging from soft and gentle to upbeat and contemporary. The CDs each include about 20 songs with nar-rations intermingled. They’re great for car trips, too! The DVDs show Steve Green and his group singing and include 13 songs each, with the same sort of narrations as the audios. The combo packs for each volume include both the CD and DVD for that volume. Whichever medium you choose, your kids are sure to enjoy the songs and Scripture. ~ RachelEACH SINGLE CD. . . . . . . . . . .9.99 8.95EACH COMBO SET . . . . . . . . .13.99 11.95 CD COMBOVol. 1 001910 045924Vol. 2 001912 045925

Scripture Talk DVD (PK-4) Scripture memory with the mind and body engaged! Ten KJV passages (rather than individu-al verses) ranging from 4 verses to whole chapters are taught (Psalm 1 and nine taken from the New Testament). The DVD helps students memorize passages by learning the accompanying full-body actions. We tried the method for Psalm 1 at our church and the students understood and retained key words and themes so well. Each Scripture passage allows you to see the verses acted out. Then a different student helps the children understand the Scriptures and apply them. As you begin to memorize the passage, children and young adults guide you through each verse small sections at a time: first in written and oral form and then accompanied with actions. After com-pleting the video, your family will have learned 79 Scripture verses. Even though this Scripture memory system has several aspects that I really like, I felt the teachers seemed to be addressing only very young children rather than the broader scope indicated. Still, a great multi-sensory way to hide God’s word in your heart. ~ Ruth 020858 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99 12.95

☼Scripture Songs for Dancing in His Arms Volume 1 (Pk-6) Faith comes by hear-ing, and hearing by the Word of God. Children are never too young to be saturated in God’s word and this CD is a delightful way to fill your children’s hearts and minds with Scripture. You will appreciate the quality of the multiple musical instruments and the sweet sounds of children’s voices singing 85 vers-es from the Old and New Testament. Music styles range from the soft, melodic lullaby to a more up-tempo toe-tapping country sound; this may become your favorite family “go to” music for the home and car. Scriptures from NIV Bible. Truly an auditory pleasure for all ages! Twenty songs, approximately one hour in length. ~ Deanne069475 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 9.75


HARROW FAMILY CDs

Credo - I Believe… (PK-AD) The newest scripture memory album from the Harrow Family features the Apostle’s Creed, Love Never Fails (1 Corinthians 13), Who May Abide (Psalm 15), The Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:1-17), The Word Made Flesh (John 1:14-18), My Son Do Not Forget (Proverbs 3:1-12), Our Dwelling Place (Psalm 90) and The Resurrection and the Life (John 11:25-26). Each song is also included as an instrumental track only, so you can sing too! - Jess052745 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.95 11.95

Heavens Declare CD (PK-AD) The Harrow family brings you another pow-erful musical CD with twelve new scripture memory songs. With the help of this CD, you will learn the following scripture songs: “Bless the Lord” (Psalm 103), “His Compassions Fail Not” (Lamentations 3:22-23), “The Name of the Lord” (Proverbs 18:10), “The True Vine” (John 15:1-8), “Go and Make Disciples” (Matthew 28:19-20), “Was I Not Joking?” (Proverbs 26: 18-19), “Slow to Anger” (Proverbs 116:32), “Faith Is” (Hebrews 11:1, 6), “Run the Race” (Hebrews 12:1-13), “Bring the Tithe (Malachi 3:10), “I Am Persuaded” (Romans 8:38-39), and “The Heavens Declare” (Psalm 19). Words and instrumental background tracks are included to help you commit the songs to memory. – elise015569 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95 11.95

Sing the Word from A to Z CD (PK-5) Singing along makes learning scripture fun and easy! This CD by the Harrow Family has 26 short scripture songs that begin with letters from the alphabet! A is for “All have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God.” Z is for “Zion hears and is glad!” Words and instrumental back-ground tracks are included. - elise003156 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13.95 10.95

God our Provider CD (PK-AD) Sing God’s Word in your home! What a won-derful way to tuck away scriptures in your heart. The Harrow family has composed and recorded 16 wonderful short songs with scripture verse lyrics. You will sing: Psalm 24, All Scripture is Inspired (2 Timothy 3:16-17), The Wages of Sin (Romans 6:23), Commit Your Work (Proverbs 16:3), They That Wait (Isaiah 40:31), Behold I Stand at the Door (Revelation 3:20), Choose This Day (Joshua 24:15), Our Father (Matthew 6:9-13), If Any of You Lacks Wisdom (James 1:5), The Eyes of the Lord (2 Chronicles 16:9), No Condemnation (Romans 8:1), He who is Slack (Proverbs 18:9), I Lift Up My Eyes (Psalm 121), Pleasant Words (Proverbs 16:24), Make a Joyful Noise (Psalm 100), and Books of the Old Testament. The lyrics and instrumental back-ground tracks are included so you can perform these in front of family or your church! - elise003153 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95 11.95

Great in Counsel & Mighty in Deed CD (PK-AD) The Harrow Family has done it again! These children’s scripture songs will bring the Word of God to the hearts of your children through the art of music. This collection includes the following scripture songs: Psalm 8, Bless, Rejoice, and Weep (Romans 12:14-16), He Has Told You O Man (Micah 6:7-8), All Things Work Together for Good (Romans 8:28), Be Anxious for Nothing (Philippians 4:6-7), In the Beginning was the Word (John 1: 1-4), Iron Sharpens Iron (Proverbs 27:17), The Right Thing to Do (James 4:17), When a Man’s Ways Please the Lord (Proverbs 16:7), God Meant it for Good (Genesis 50:20), More Than Sacrifice (Proverbs 21:3), The Battle is the Lord’s (1 Samuel 17:45-47), The Light of Life (Romans 1:16), Psalm 42. Once again, the instrumental background tracks and the words to the songs are included so your family can easily perform these songs! - elise 003154 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95 11.95

New Commandment CD (PK-AD) These songs will help God write His truths on the tablets of your hearts! The following songs are included in this collection: Psalm 1, For God So Loved the World (John 3:16), For I Know the Thoughts (Jeremiah 29:11), The Fear of the Lord (Proverbs 1:7), The Shema - Hear O Israel (Deuteronomy 6:4-6), Thy Word Have I Hidden (Psalm 119:11), Seek the Lord (Isaiah 55:6-7), The Soft Answer (Proverbs 15:1), In the Beginning (Genesis 1:1), Thy Word is a Lamp (Psalm 119:105), Do All Things (Philippians 2:14-15), Be Strong (Joshua 1:9), Ask (Matthew 7:7), I Am the Way (John 14:6), A New Commandment (John 13:34), Psalm 150: Praise the Lord, If Anyone Loves Me (John 14:23), Books of the Old Testament. Song words and instrumental background tracks included. - elise003155 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95 11.95

All Nations Shall Worship CD (PK-AD) The Harrow Family continues to inspire with this wonderful collection of Scripture-based songs. Full versions with vocals as well as instru-mental only versions are included on the CD. Tracks: All Nations Shall Worship (Ps. 86:9-10), The Beatitudes (Matt. 5:1-16), If We Confess (1 John 1:9), The Armor of God (Eph. 6:13-17), Your Body is a Temple (1 Cor. 6:19-20), Go to the Ant (Prov. 6:6-11), I am the Door (John 10:7-18), The Fruit of the Spirit (Gal. 5:22-23), Humility (Phil. 2:5-11), Charm (Prov. 31:30), and Psalm 91. Words included. ~ Zach046323 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.95 11.95

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Catechism

Catechism for Young Children with Cartoons (PK-3) Introduce young children to the Catechism with easy-to-understand cartoons. Each booklet con-tains simple wording along with black and white cartoon illustrations which bring God’s truth alive to your littlest ones. For example: Question 6 asks, “Are there more Gods than one?” The answer simply states, “There is only one God.” Question 9 asks, “What is God?” It answers: “God is a Spirit and has not a body like men.” Scriptures references are found on the page for easy reference.

Book 1 includes the first 71 questions of the Westminster Catechism topically covering “What man is to believe concerning God?”. Book 2 cov-ers questions 72-145 which focus on “What duty God requires of man?” Please note this is not the same as the Westminster Shorter Catechism with Cartoons (#031603, 31604). Rather, it is a simpler version designed for younger children to learn the same concepts, but in language most 2-3 year olds can understand. Cardstock cover. 45-47 pgs. ~ DeanneEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.75 3.25012728 Book 1 012731 Book 2

Westminster Shorter Catechism Songs (K-5) Some of us just learn better when there’s music involved. And learning the Catechism can be a bit tricky, too – the language doesn’t always roll off our tongues. These CDs will help. The tunes are catchy – usually simple melodies accompanied by an acoustic guitar with strumming chords. Both questions and answers are sung twice for each song. I would probably want to make a repeating loop for the song while memorizing a particular question. On first listen you might think the whole approach a bit simple but as one friend puts it, “the songs are not big toe- tappers, but they do get in your head!” Perhaps the idea of learning the catechism is new to you – or sounds like something from another tradition. The Westminster Shorter Catechism is just a series of questions and answers that “teach” through the great truths of Christianity – not a substitute for the Bible, but helping to understand what the Bible teaches in a systematic way. For over 350 years the WSC has been used for teaching children in protestant churches; playing a major part in American his-tory. You’ve probably heard allusions to the first question: What is the chief end of man? My friend has another plan for these CDs – one she’s not yet put into practice. She says, “these songs make great lullabies. We are planning on giving them to our children with the announce-ment of their first child. Then these new parents can begin to ‘hide doctrine in their wee babe’s heart’ while our grandchildren are yet in the womb and in the crib.” Volume 1 includes questions 1-28; Vol. 2 – questions 29-56; Vol. 3 – questions 57-85; Vol. 4 – questions 86-107. The Songbook is a visual help for anyone that reads music and wants to add an instrument to the use of these songs – say for family worship. Each song is written as a one-line melody with chords as well as text with guitar chords. 111 pgs, spiral-bound ~ JaniceEACH CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00045706 Volume 1 045709 Volume 3045707 Volume 2 045710 Volume 4045705 4-Volume CD Set . . . . 40.00053337 Songbook . . . . . . . . . . 30.00


Westminster Shorter Catechism for Kids (1-7) These workbooks were developed by a home-school mother wanting to assist her daughter toward a better explanation and understanding of The Westminster Shorter Catechism. As other mothers started asking her where she got her worksheets, this book evolved. Especially help-ful in familiarizing your student with the Shorter Catechism, these workbooks will also assist him or her in memorization. Each section contains 2–4 lessons that begin with a question. Within each section are a detailed explanation to the question, fill-in-the blank sentences, and Bible verses relating to the topic of discussion. Next is a “Let’s Think” page, which are questions that promote a deeper understanding of the material as well as how to apply it to life situations. The goal is to help the child think through life prob-lems and situations that arise, and find answers using scriptural principles. These workbooks are nicely organized and are sure to be an asset to your student’s study of the Scriptures, and of their applications. Presently, six workbooks are available. However, the author anticipates producing ten catechism workbooks to cover the entire Westminster Shorter Catechism. Answers are available to download for free at www.cate-chismforkids.com. pb.~ GinaEACH WORKBOOK. . . . . . . . .12.99 10.95026604 Workbook 1 - Who is God?

Beginning with questions about the meaning and purpose of life and the nature of God, it moves on to discuss sin and misery, then shows us our Savior. Also included are the Ten Commandments, prayer, and the sacra-ments. Students will gain an understanding of the attributes of God – His holiness, good-ness, and sovereignty.

026606 Workbook 2 – The FallThis workbook begins with a discussion of God’s providence and man’s dependence upon the provision of God. It then moves on to discuss the covenant of works and how the covenant was broken and sin and misery that came into the world. It ends with God not leaving us to perish in sin and misery but provides a Redeemer – the Lord Jesus Christ.

026607 Workbook 3 – Christ, Our RedeemerStudents are introduced to Jesus as our Redeemer. This book focuses on the appli-cation of the gospel to our own lives. It also teaches how Christ intercedes for us and the offices Christ executes on our behalf. The author recommends the instructor review the life of Jesus with the students before begin-ning this workbook.

026609 Workbook 4 – SalvationThis workbook breaks down the concepts of salvation a little further. By giving examples, students will better understand the various definitions, learning to differentiate between justification and sanctification.

017303 Wrkbk 5 - 10 Commandments Part 1Covering questions 41-62 of the Shorter Catechism, this workbook begins with a basic discussion of the moral law and cov-ers the first four commandments in great detail. This workbook has a slightly different format than the previous four. Each chapter covers one commandment, and the lessons within the chapters are assigned to specific Westminster Shorter Catechism questions.

017305 Wrkbk 6 - 10 Commandments Part 2This volume focuses on the latter six com-mandments and our duty to other people. The concluding chapter reminds students that no one except Christ has perfectly kept the law of God and that God requires faith in Jesus and repentance of sins to escape His wrath and curse.

044120 Workbook 7- SacramentsThis workbook corresponds to Catechism questions 86-97. Children learn how to respond to the Word and are taught the meaning of baptism and the Lord’s Supper.

044121 Workbook 8 - Lords PrayerThis workbook corresponds to Catechism questions 98-107. Children learn the mean-ing of the Lord’s Prayer and how Jesus teach-es us to pray.

Westminster Shorter Catechism w/ Cartoons (7-AD) The Shorter Catechism is often used to teach younger children Christian truths. However, it can seem pretty dry at times going through all 107 questions and answers the way they are printed in some publications. Here is that same Shorter Catechism in cartoon form - that’s not comic book form, but cartoon form. Cartoon pictures are used to illustrate the points of the Qs & As, the Bible verses, and to expand the explanations of certain terms and phrases used in the Qs & As. The actual wording has not been changed from the original catechism, but the explanations are already in fairly simple language so even children can read and understand them. If children need to visualize what they are learn-ing, then these books will come in handy. The first volume contains the first 38 questions from the Catechism. ~ ZachEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.00 7.95031603 Book 1 031604 Book 2

Westminster Shorter Catechism Study Guide (9-12) This Catechism is well-known as a concise and faithful summary of the central teachings of Scripture. This book was specially designed by the author, G. I. Williamson for use in group instruction or private study as each of the 107 Catechism questions and answers are combined into 64 short lessons. Each lesson includes Scripture proofs, clear exposition, diagrams and/or illustrations, as well as questions for review or discussion. With this method of study, the truths revealed in this Catechism will unfold right before your eyes! This volume has been used successfully to instruct in the Reformed system of doctrine by homschoolers, pastors, Sunday school teachers, and parents over the years! 2nd Ed, 372 pgs, pb. - elise008844 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.99 11.75

BIBLE STUDY

Whole Bible

☼10 Minute Bible Journey (1-AD) Even children with a short attention span can learn Bible stories. The 10 Minute Bible Journey offers 52 short stories from scripture, each accom-panied by bright, colorful illuhole strations, Bible pas-sages, and little interesting

facts. Journey through the Bible from Creation to Christ’s return, as you read the Biblical accounts in chronological order. Each story can be read in just a few minutes, and is followed up with where the story’s biblical location, a key verse (NKJV unless noted), and a story summary. The illustrations will engage young learners and endnotes will help adults prepare to teach the lessons to their own children or in a small group. Included in the back of the book is a fold-out timeline that can be hung to help reinforce the sequence of events. 207 pgs, hc. ~ Donna 070553 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21.99 16.25

Exploring the Bible: Bible Reading Plan for Kids (1-7)071509 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 9.50

Route 66: A Trip Through 66 Books of the Bible (2-5) Roaming around the country to various home-schooling conventions, I’ve spent my share of time on historic Route 66. However, I’ve never seen the theme of Route 66 used in such a fun and productive way. Oftentimes Sunday School and Bible classes get in a rut of telling the same basic stories and doing the same activities over and over again. There’s no danger of that when using this fun theme, because lessons and activ-ities are provided for every book in the Bible. Students learn about each book (author, setting, etc.), as well as important stories and lessons within them. The book seems intended to be used in a Sunday school setting, with lessons divided into three 12-week units, but it could easily be used for a Bible class with just a student or two, or each activity page could also stand alone and be used to supplement other materials. Each lesson begins with a travel guide for teach-ers, which includes an overview of the featured book, key verses and stories in the featured book, warm-up questions, and ideas and suggestions to help with lesson planning. The lessons can require fairly small amounts of prep work, or you can go all out with the Route 66 theme; the mate-rial is pretty flexible. Three reproducible activity pages are included in each lesson, based on that particular lesson’s book of the Bible. Activities can be completed with pencil or markers and include things like crosswords, word searches, hidden pictures, fill in the blanks, short-answer questions, and more. Fuel Up pages have short answer questions challenging students to read specific verses in the Bible to find the answers. Review pages (or Remember Where We’ve Been? sections) are provided at the end of each unit, which offer cumulative review questions for students to answer alone or in groups. The Route 66 theme helps students feel like they’re really going on an adventure as they work their way through the 66 books of the Bible. There are even instructions and reproducible pages for making a Souvenir Scrapbook, which is a creative and fun way to keep track of what they learn. If you’re looking for a fun way to educate your child or Sunday School group on each book of the Bible as well as the author, era, purpose, key verse, and the main characters and stories of each book, you should definitely take a look at this book. Your students are sure to get a solid overview of the Bible. By Christian Ditchfield, 192 pgs, pb. ~ Rachel025153 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99 11.50


Boys/Girls Guide to Discovering the Bible (3-7) There is a transition between children’s story Bibles and kids’ study or reference Bibles that can seem like an immense gulf for some. Sometimes you just need books like these to take kids by the hand and help them see that the Bible is not so intimidating after all! Rather than working through the Bible according to the table of con-tents, these books explore the Bible in a more topical way, showing kids that the Bible does speak to them! The books are written in a very conversational tone, introducing kids to verses, principles, values and basic theology along the way. In keeping with the conversational style, these books ask a lot of questions and prompt kids to explore specific things, giving room to write answers and notes right there on the page. Consumable, but not reproducible. 140 pgs, pb. – ZachEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .11.99 7.95059810 Boys 059811 Girls

Elementary Bible & English (4-6) It makes perfect sense to study the Bible and English together and this pairing provides a user-friendly, well-organized course with good coverage of basic grammar and writing. Using the appealing Illustrated Family Bible Stories book as a “spine,” grammar, vocabulary, read-ing comprehension, Bible memorization and general language arts are all covered in a one-year, five-day-a-week course with manageable 30-45 minute daily lessons. The lessons combine reading assignments (Bible stories) with weekly worksheets and activities. The Teacher Guide provides the weekly lesson schedule (36 weeks), worksheets (reproducible for families and small classrooms), quizzes and tests, and an answer key. Students have four reading assignments weekly (eight pages total) and then complete the 2-4 page worksheets. The worksheets provide a verse of the week, 4-5 vocabulary words to define, grammar instruction/exercises, comprehension exercises, an activity and a digging deeper Grammar Scholars segment which might include writing. Coverage for the year includes genre, parts of speech, sentence structure, possessives, contrac-tions, capitalization, punctuation, plurals, hom-onyms, synonyms, antonyms, compound words, similes, metaphors, double negative, sentence combining, oxymorons, and paragraph construc-tion as well as both narrative and descriptive writing. All in all, a really good range of work with a detailed schedule – perfect for the home-school setting. ~ Janice054999 Package . . . . . . . . . .39.98 28.95055000 Teacher Guide. . . . . .14.99 11.25

Fencing Lessons (5-10)072094 Book. . . . . . . . . . . . .35.00 34.50072095 Answer Key. . . . . . . . . 9.95

Survey of the Bible (9-AD) Contained within this wonderful resource is a systematic study of the Word of God. This “trea-sury of Bible information” is designed to reach all classes of people whether their knowledge of the Bible is meager or great. The systematic nature of this book has you not just look at the individual stories, books, or chapters, but at the Bible as a whole. This type of study is necessary if you desire to be able to interpret the Bible in an accurate fashion and fully understand the Bible in its entirety. This survey of the Bible is written by a conservative theologian, William Hendriksen, who holds the position that the Scripture is the infallible Word of God, inspired from beginning to end by the Holy Spirit. It is also important to note that this book is not a book on Bible interpretation (a.k.a hermeneutics), Bible histo-ry, or an introduction to the Old and/or New Testament. Instead, this book’s main goal is to create interest as it provides a “survey” of both the Old and New Testaments. This book is designed as a springboard for these related Bible studies that you may conduct in the future. Part One gives you many facts about the Bible, then provides you with brief instruction on how to study and interpret the Bible. Part Two offers an overview of Bible history with the help of seven chronological charts. Then you are given an introduction to the sixty-six books of the Bible as you venture into Part Three. These sixty-six books are divided into twenty-one groups cov-ered in chronological order beginning with the law all the way through the prophets, epistles, and revelation. As Hendriksen briefly covers each book of the Bible you are given a brief summary of the book, Bible references and cross references, charts, diagrams, maps, black-and-white photographs, and helpful insights regarding history and culture. This comprehensive volume also contains study questions for each chap-ter, section by section, and it is fully indexed. This paperback, 497-page resource uses an educational approach that is sure to increase your understanding of each Bible book and its significance. A great addition to your Christian library! – elise 005083 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38.00 31.95

Coverage of Selected Books

Draw to Learn Series (PK-AD) Looking at this series reminded me of Bible study when my siblings and I were younger. For every chapter of the Bible we read, we’d draw a picture and put it in a binder. Boy, were they fun to go back and look at after a few years! This series from Notgrass takes that same concept, and elaborates on it somewhat, giving drawing instructions to accompany specific Bible verses. Each page contains a scripture reference at the top, a summary idea from the scripture, and a large empty frame with instructions underneath. Students begin by reading the referenced scrip-ture, thinking about it, then drawing a picture following the instructions beneath the frame. The pictures are sure to serve as a great reminder to students in the future about the verses and their meaning. For example, my sample is for the Book of Proverbs, and several of the assignments are: drawing a gorgeous crown for Proverbs 4:7-9, drawing a person who has been on a long search and has finally found treasure for Proverbs

2:1-5 and drawing highway signs for Proverbs 15: 18-21. Each volume in the series contains 150 lessons, and is designed to complete throughout the school year. Because the lessons include drawing practice, the authors recommend taking this portion seriously, using drawing pencils and a good set of colored pencils. Advice for draw-ing the best possible pictures and suggestions for expanding the Bible study into a unit study are included in the introduction. – JessEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95041604 Acts 041606 Psalms041605 Proverbs 041608 Life of Jesus

Hidden Treasures in Philippians (3-8) This inductive Bible study of Philippians aims to get children digging their way through the Scripture for themselves. Much more of a guide-book than a “this is what it says, this is what it means” book, this one will help children discover the truth in the Word of God and how to apply it to their own lives. This course has a strong emphasis on those aspects important to any study: prayer, Scripture memory, and cross-referencing, while also having a more lighthearted side using puzzles, word finds, and other activities to reinforce principles and aid in the “discover for yourself” process. The course is divided up for twelve weeks of study, each week containing five sections and a new memory verse. Learn more about Paul and his ministry to the Philippians and how his message still applies to us today. ~ Zach022435 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.99 10.50

Heroes of Faith (3-7) This inductive Bible study has the theme of an archaeological dig, complete with reading a treasure map (the Bible passage, Hebrews 11:1 – 12:3). The study guides students through a detailed analysis of the passage, section by section, line by line. Along the way, students learn about the heroes of faith mentioned in the passage (Abel, Enoch, Noah, Sarah, Abraham, etc.), answer questions, draw illustrations, and complete word puzzles. Illustrations are black and white. Answer key is in the back. The book is consumable but not reproducible. 168 pgs, pb. ~ Caryl048161 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 12.50

Discover 4 Yourself Inductive Bible Studies for Kids (4-7) From the same author as the adult version with similar title. Students begin by joining Molly and Max, partner detectives who help to solve the mysteries. First kids learn the skills needed for studying God’s Word - observation, interpreta-tion, and application. Activities in the first week help the child to learn what kind of questions to ask. Each subsequent chapter tackles various week-long adventures, each highlighting a differ-ent passage, message, meaning or truth. After finishing the first guide (How to Study Your Bible for Kids) other study guides are available to focus on various topics or themes. Every adventure is packed with lots of questions, puzzles, & activities.EACH BOOK (except noted) . .11.99 7.95018226 Abraham - God’s Brave Explorer (Gen 11-25) . . . . . . . . 6.95014741 Becoming God’s Champion007340 Bible Prophecy for Kids


000954 Boy, I Got Problems! (James) 6.95021310 Cracking the Covenant Code . . . . . . . . . . . .12.99 8.95014512 Digging Up Past (Gen 3-11) 6.95030871 Extreme Adventures with God (Isaac/Esau/Jacob)017042 Fast-Forward to the Future050627 God Has Big Plans for You, Esther026709 God, What’s Your Name?014514 God’s Amazing Creation 6.95000955 How to Study Bible for Kids 6.95000959 Jesus, Awesome Power, Awesome Love (John 11-16)000962 Jesus in the Spotlight (John) . . . . . . . . . . . .10.99 6.95000963 Jesus - To Eternity and Beyond! (John 17-21)015079 Joseph-God’s Superhero 6.95018227 Lord, Teach Me to Pray038226 Sneak Peek into the Future000964 Wrong Way, Jonah! . .10.99 6.95041515 You’re a Brave Man Daniel!

Family Bible Study Series (4-AD) Author and homeschooling father Kevin Swanson believes that parents are given respon-sibility to educate their children, particularly in the critical area of character. He also believes that God has provided parents great tools to use to carry out that responsibility. Based on his experience with his own family Bible studies, he put together this series to make it easier for the rest of us. The series includes guides that delve into Proverbs. Each guide is divided into a hundred or so “parts”, essentially a daily lesson. Each lesson is short, generally one to two pages, and includes the Bible verses covered, the author’s comments on the passages, and two or three dis-cussion questions. Verses are quoted using the King James Version modified to change “thee” to “you” and removing the “eth” from the end of verbs, for a more modern feel. The studies are purposely brief, usually covering a short section of Bible verses. The author’s family allows time for each person in the family to read the passage aloud and then say it together, with the goal of memorizing the passage. Discussion questions are open-ended to promote greater interchange for practical application of the verses. “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowl-edge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.” – Proverbs 1:7EACH GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.95 14.95052701 Proverbs Book 1052702 Proverbs Book 2030889 Proverbs Book 3059230 Proverbs Companion Lesson Book (4-7) . . .16.95 14.95

Use this book as a companion to the Book of Proverbs: God’s Book of Wisdom series or as a standalone study. It provides you with the questions, memory verses, and activities to remember the important lessons presented in Proverbs. Format of each of the 31 chap-ters is identical. Two vocabulary words are studied: look up the dictionary definition, restate the meaning in your own words, and use the word in a sentence. Answer several short-answer questions after reading the ref-erenced verses. Match 6 proverb beginnings and endings and fill in the verse number from the chapter. Fill in the blanks of the selected

memory verse. Answer the two application questions. Finally, fill in the blanks on another verse, then find those words in the word search. The book is consumable, with space provided to answer all the questions. Answer key is provided. This book makes it easy for your kids to “receive wise instruc-tion in righteousness, justice, and integrity.” (Prov. 1:3) 204 pgs. ~ Bob

Successful Living Studies in the Book of Proverbs (7-AD) When my husband was a young man he mem-orized the first nine chapters of Proverbs in order to prepare for being a godly husband and father. To some extent, the Successful Living studies are based on the same premise although the applica-tion is broader – the principles for living a godly life. In the very first few verses, Proverbs states its purpose as “to know wisdom and instruction, to perceive the words of understanding.” This series of workbooks will help you study line-by-line through the first nine chapters of Proverbs. If you’re wondering why “just” the first nine chapters, it’s because the study’s author main-tains that the first nine chapters are essays on the subject of wisdom while the last twenty-two are the collection of wise sayings we normally think of as “proverbs”. He indicates that Chapter One is an introductory essay, Chapter Nine is the conclusion and the seven chapters in between are essays covering the basic subjects of commit-ment, happiness, education, marriage, work eth-ics, temptations, and finding wisdom throughout life. Designed as small, inexpensive workbooks (about 30 pgs each), the study combines fill-in-the-blank coverage along with overview, detailed analysis, instruction, writing assignments, histor-ical illustration, and “think about it” questions. A pull-out test is included with each workbook, plus there are three quizzes spaced throughout the study with a pretest at the end for review. Each of the twelve workbooks follow this pattern and progress through the first nine chapters of Proverbs but obviously not one workbook per chapter. Answer keys are provided for workbook pages, quizzes, pretests and tests in the Answer Key volumes. The study could be completed, I think, in either a calendar year (one book per month) or an aca-demic year (three weeks per book) depending on the pace you want to keep. Reasonably priced, you could approach this study in a number of ways – either done individually by one student or as a group/family study where several sec-ondary students complete their own workbooks at the same time. Regardless, I think it will be time well-spent, and your students will be better prepared to live a worthy Christian life. ~ JaniceEACH WORKBOOK OR KEY . . . 3.10019727 Workbook 1

Attitude toward God. Attitude toward authority.019815 Workbook 2

Financial standards, Choosing friends, Attitude toward wisdom. Learning from crit-icism.

019818 Workbook 3Wisdom – getting to know God. Wisdom’s end result.

019830 Workbook 4The evil man. The strange woman. Righteousness or wickedness? The virtuous woman.

019833 Workbook 5Sources of happiness. Right priorities.

019839 Workbook 6Building relationships. Spiritual stability. Confidence during crisis. Commitments. Conflict management. Emotional focus. Home environment.

019895 Workbook 7Qualification of a good teacher. Meditating on God’s Word. Choosing friends. Self-control.

019940 Workbook 8Morals. Consequences of immorality. Marriage relationships.

019950 Workbook 9Building a career. Financial freedom. Protecting resources. Increasing productivity.

019728 Workbook 10Strength during temptation. Learning from elders. Following God’s commandments. Making God’s Word personal. Seeking wise counsel. Making wise decisions.

019744 Workbook 11Finding wisdom. Maintaining humility. Learning from leaders. Preparing in advance. Right choices. Stronger relationships.

019802 Workbook 12Wisdom vs. Folly. Making wise decisions. Four-question test for a new opportunity. Analyzing Proverbs – “Nuggets of Wisdom”

019708 Answer Key 1-3019724 Answer Key 4-6019725 Answer Key 7-9019699 Answer Key 10-12SLSIBP Complete Package . . .49.60 46.95

Includes all twelve workbooks plus the four answer keys.

Taking the Old Testament Challenge (9-AD) Imagine you’re in heaven and the prophet Zechariah walks up to you and asks, “So what did you think of my book?” You sheepishly look down, shuffle your feet, and mutter, “Uh, I never read it.” So begins the introduction to this book. Whether you desire to read the OT and struggle to trudge through Numbers or you feel the chil-dren’s Sunday school stories taught you all that you know of Old Testament theology, this book will guide you into a deeper understanding of the sacred writings that Jesus studied. This significant resource is divided into two reading options - a full version reading guide, which organizes the OT into 40 weeks of readings and reflection questions, or the fast track version, a 32-week study with readings and reflection questions cov-ering the main themes and key points of the OT. Highly recommended for any high schooler or adult who desires a comprehensive understand-ing of the Old Testament. 191 pgs, pb. ~ Deanne009607 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.99 8.95


☼God’s Blueprint for Bible Prophecy (10-AD) This inductive Bible study focuses upon the book of Daniel, with special attention given to the author’s view of the key prophetic passag-es that are found within this portion of Holy Scripture. The author interprets each prophetic passage in terms that are consistent with pre-mil-lennial dispensationalism, or what is sometimes called pre-tribulation rapture theology. In addi-tion, the author includes helpful discussion questions at the end of each lesson that can be used by either individuals or study groups. These questions are often designed to encourage read-ers to make a personal application of the passage or passages that they have just finished studying. This non-consumable book also includes memo-ry verses, maps, and historical timelines. A Well-Planned Lessons resource. 128 pgs, pb. ~ Mike069319 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 7.95

God / Life of Christ

3 in 1 - A Picture of God (K-3+) Do you find the concept of the Trinity hard to explain for young children? Well, it’s no won-der as most adults don’t truly understand all the intricacies of the Trinity themselves! However, this simply written and illustrated book provides amazing insights into this difficult topic through the metaphor of God and an apple. Yeah, so it’s hard to explain on paper, but if you could just see this book. In the very beginning it catches your attention with “Here is 1 apple. There is only 1 true God. The apple has three parts: the peel, the flesh, the core. The 1 true God has three persons; God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit.” Although there is text, the meaning is effectively conveyed more through the use of simple but highly conceptual illustrations that really capture the essence of the comparison. This is one of those rare and insightful books that, although easily readable for the very young, also can teach those of us who are older. - Jess021788 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.99 9.50

Making Him Known (2-7) In the midst all of the things we endeavor to teach our children, the most important piece of knowl-edge we can impart is a saving knowledge of God. But God is so great, there are so many facets of His Being, that teaching Him to our children can be daunting. Sally Michael has made this task achievable – and enjoyable for families to share together! These books are perfect for read-aloud (or for solitary reading) as they explore who God is through a gentle text that builds on Scripture and includes some dis-cussion questions and an activity in each chap-ter. Colorful illustrations are included in every chapter of these paperback books.EACH BOOK (except noted) . .16.99 13.25059868 God’s Battle

Every Christian faces the “fight of faith.” We are not alone, though – God equips us, by His Grace, to stand firm and persevere to the end. There will be trials and there will be battles, but the closer we are to God, the stronger our faith will be that His victory is assured!

064469 God’s Design022087 God’s Names . . . . . .16.99 12.75

Yahweh…Messiah…Lamb of God…The Bible refers to God by many descriptive names. Both children and adults can learn about the character and nature of God through a study of those names. Sally Michael’s book details 24 of them.

022088 God’s Promises . . . . .16.99 12.75Promises can be tough to keep – especial-ly when you make a few more than you can remember! Thankfully, God does not forget, and He is 100% true to His word. His promises are dependable. And learning about God’s promises teaches us an amazing amount about His character.

059869 God’s ProvidenceThe doctrine of providence can be a hard one to fully grasp. This book discusses both the good and the bad in the world in light of the knowledge that God holds every detail in His Hand. Learn to trust God in every circumstance!

059870 God’s WisdomEvery person has the ability to choose – the question is, “Will it be wisely or will it be foolishly?” One can’t be expected to choose wisely unless they have been instructed in the way of wisdom – the foundation of which is the fear of the Lord – since we are all born into sin, into foolishness. Learn how Jesus bridges the divide between foolishness and wisdom.

059871 God’s WordThe Word of God brings understanding and life. How critical is it to ensure our children comprehend the Word as they read it, or as it is read to them? Sally Michael explains where the Bible came from and what it tells us about God and ourselves. She opens our eyes to why this book is so powerful and so important.

Young Person’s Guide to Knowing God (4-8) Here are 46 short stories (8 pages or less), crafted by Patricia St. John to encourage readers to grow in greater knowledge of God and the principles in His Word. Each story begins with a Scripture reference that hints at the concept of the story, and ends with three or four of the fol-lowing insightful pointers: an author’s note (some extra exhortation), keynote (emphasizing the biblical point of the story), a prayer, and a topic for further consideration. From God and Jesus to the sacrifice of the cross and the Holy Spirit, to spiritual growth and trusting God – these stories are an encouragement that touch many aspects of our lives. 35 pgs, pb. – Zach030894 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.99 8.25

Old Testament Feasts

Miracle of Passover (4-AD) Written by a Jewish Christian, Zola Levitt, this booklet provides perspective and explanation on the symbols and steps of Passover. In addition, the Jewish perspective clarifies Gentile interpre-tations of Communion and Easter. Relaying the components of the Passover meal as his father had directed it, Levitt evenly discusses the first Passover (from Exodus) and modern celebrations and how these point to our Savior Jesus as the Passover lamb. While helping us connect with

our Jewish neighbors, this booklet will expand and clarify our understanding of a key event in biblical history and the Christian faith. ~ 40 pp, sc. ~ Ruth065417 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50

Seven Feasts of Israel (7-AD) This 30-page booklet provides a complete explanation of each of the Holy Days given to Moses on Mount Sinai. The Seven Feasts include the Passover, Feast of Unleavened Bread, First Fruits, Pentecost, Feast of Trumpets, Feast of Atonement, and the Feast of Tabernacles. Author Zola Levitt, a Jewish Christian, discusses the hid-den meanings behind the celebration of the feasts and explains how each feast was fulfilled by Jesus Christ, the Messiah. ~ Rachel013770 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50

Feasts of the Bible Pamphlet (5-AD) Another Rose Publishing pamphlet, this one lists nine of the major Biblical (Old Testament) holidays. It provides the date in the Jewish and current calendar, scriptural reference, general information, the way in which Jesus relates to the holiday, fascinating facts, and even the spelling in Hebrew. A helpful and inexpensive reference to Biblical holidays.029960 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.99 2.95

☼God’s Appointed Times: A Practical Guide for Celebrating Biblical Holidays (6-8) The author encourages those from a Messianic Jewish background to understand and celebrate the Biblical holy days. Beginning with the Sabbath, Barney Kasdan provides a specific plan for how any family or congregation can celebrate the meaning and significance of 9 Hebrew Feasts and Holy Days, including Sabbath, Passover, Purim, etc. Recommendations include specific prayers, songs, and activities (complete with kosher food recipes) that Messianic followers can incorporate into their worship celebrations. 140 pgs, pb. ~ Mike068752 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.99 10.75

Celebrating Biblical Feasts (7-AD) Have you ever read the Old Testament, and wished for a better understanding of the feasts and celebrations observed by the Israelites? For example, what was the Feast of Trumpets? What was the significance of the Day of Atonement? Seven major festivals are covered here, includ-ing The Sabbath, The Passover, The Feast of First Fruits, The Feast of Pentecost, The Feast of Trumpets, the Day of Atonement and The Feast of Tabernacles. Author Martha Zimmerman has carefully researched each festival, and acted each one out with her own family. She then compiled her research and experience in this systematic guide to recreating Biblical feasts in your own home or church. Each feast is covered in three distinct sec-tions. First of all, the significance of the feast is described. Symbolic elements such as bread, wine, and candles are explained in detail, and scripture references pertaining to the feast are cited. Secondly, the materials needed for the observance are listed. Most of these are com-mon items you may already have. Ingredients and recipes for meals are included. Finally, the celebration is laid out in full detail, with specific directions for the observance of the ceremony.


Poems, prayers and recitations are listed in the order they are to be used, making festival re-en-actment simple, even for the novice. This book will shed new light on your study of the Old Testament. ~ Rachel013793 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.99 9.95

Topical / General / Christian Basics

Big Thoughts for Little Thinkers (PK-3) Someone once said that Biblical principles are simple enough for children but deep enough to take a life-time to learn. This compact series pres-ents Biblical concepts to children page by page in a brief, kid-to kid way. The Mission, for example, explains God’s plan to call people from every nation to Himself. A different main character is used for each book and text is written as though that child is speaking to yours. The bottom of each page lists Scripture references so you and your child can dig deeper into the Bible itself. For example, Gracie on one page of The Gospel tells you that God made you, loves you and knows what will make you happiest. Scripture referenc-es for this page include Psalm 139:13 and Isaiah 43:1. Full-page color illustrations fill each page and the text is large and could be read by young readers. The text does a good job of introducing deep spiritual concepts without “dumbing down” or misrepresenting content. I like this series on its own but all four books are also part of the Biblical Beginnings for Preschoolers Curriculum. 5 1/4” x 1 5 1/4”, 32 pp, hc. ~ RuthEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.99 4.79045157 The Gospel 045198 Scripture045173 The Mission 045207 The Trinity

Tea Party Bible Times for Mom and Me (2-8) Ready for some “quality time” with your daughter or daughters? This sweet book guides you through 6 different Bible study chapters con-sisting of a brief, preliminary lesson and some Bible study pages, plus several craft activities, plus ideas for a special tea party. The preliminary Bible lesson consists of a page of teaching and a verse for memorization. Then, each preliminary lesson is followed by a “Sharing Our Thoughts” page, which has great discussion questions about various life issues. The additional Bible study pages usually involve looking up some Scripture together and then having your daughter draw, write, or discuss her answers to questions pertaining to the Bible verses. After that, there’s another page of thought-provoking questions, and then it’s time for the crafts projects and pre-paring for a special tea party. Each chapter has a different kind of tea party: a formal tea, backyard garden tea, a moonlit night tea, school days tea, rainbow tea, teddy bear tea party. As the author suggests, you can always invite other moms and daughters to make one or more of these a group event! The book is full of many ideas for creating great memories together. 128 pgs, pb. ~ Caryl007189 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11.99 7.95

Young Man’s/Woman’s Guide to Discovering the Bible (3-7) Jim and Elizabeth George have each written a book in this series to help young men and women learn simple, memorable strategies to make digging deep in the Bible a habit and, thereby, draw closer to God. The books share a few similarities: each contains text intermixed with fill-in questions that guide you naturally through the process; study and practice are equally emphasized; and each contains tools in the appendices to build spiritual training habits including reminders for Bible study, a Bible Reading Plan, and a Quiet Times Calendar. Approx. 200 pp, sc. ~ RuthEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .11.99 8.50002442 Young Man’s Guide

This book introduces us to Zach, who with the guidance of his youth pastor, begins a journey of “unlocking the treasures” of God’s Word. As you read of Zach’s journey & transformation, the author will guide you in the same principles as well. Twelve chapters emphasize key observation tools and deep Bible study. Additional Bible study tools are discussed in an appendix.

002444 Young Woman’s GuideA Young Woman’s Guide to Discovering Her Bible takes a personal approach: Elizabeth George speaks directly to the reader, men-toring her in a discipleship approach. Bible study methods and practices are interwoven with studying women “mentors” from the Bible, with extra emphasis placed on the Godly (and practical) characteristics of the Proverbs 31 woman. Ten chapters emphasize study, Biblical character and the Holy Spirit’s guidance to become more like Jesus.

Starting Strong (4-6) Engage your children in discussions and activ-ities that will give them confidence in the fact that they can read and understand the Bible for themselves. The three main topics looked at are the life of the Apostle Peter, friends, and young heroes. The three studies use short stories and retellings of Bible passages, along with questions, crosswords, pictures, stickers, and other means to explore various fundamental Bible truths. In Peter, we see a charismatic leader who God used in mighty ways – in ways He can also use us if we give our lives to Him. Through the study on friends, we will learn how to have a friend, how to keep friends, the kinds of friends to avoid, what to do when friends let you down, and about the one friend that will always be there. The last section looks at six heroes and heroines, as an example of the amazingly fruitful lives that can be lived when a person responds to God at an early age. Straightforward and clear, these stud-ies can be used one-on-one, or in a group. A Sonlight book. 144 pgs, pb. ~ Zach007565 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 13.95

My Heart-Christ’s Home (7-AD) This small book can make a huge impact. Engagingly written, this parable clearly explains what it means to us, as believers, to invite Jesus into our hearts and lives. You will be forever changed as you walk with Jesus through the ‘rooms’ in your home as He settles in as your Lord and Savior. 28 pgs, pb. ~ Deanne004581 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50 2.25

I.D. - Who Am I in Christ? (8-12) I think everyone has wondered from time to time about their place here on earth – “Who am I?” and “What am I doing here?” Many times we measure ourselves using the world’s standards, which can lead to a poor self-image and other negative effects. Natalie Dorso has written this thorough study based on realizations in her own life. She had spent her teen years trying to answer life questions using the world’s guidelines, forgetting that the important thing for her, and all of us, is who we are in Christ. This study is divided into three important areas: Who am I in Christ in Relation to Sin? Who am I in Christ in Relation to God? Who am I in Relation to Other People? Throughout the study, readers are asked to read passages of scripture (KJV), look at its meaning, and then do some thinking and writing. This book is more than just a read through; it offers practical study and application for the reader’s life and situation. Sections titled “Put Off,” “Renew Your Mind,” and “Put On” are your opportunity to answer questions and write out your thoughts – based on Ephesians 4:22-24. “Put Off” is an opportunity to confess and get rid of your sin, ask forgiveness of others (if needed), and cut it out of your life. “Renew Your Mind” is based in God’s Word – it is here that you memorize and meditate. The third sec-tion, “Put On,” is your opportunity to swap out bad behavior for good and be held accountable. For students in junior high and high school, this study might be very helpful as they strive to find where they fit and who they are… in Christ! 176 pgs, pb. ~ Donna 296731 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.99 5.95

Loving God (9-AD)When Billy Graham calls a book, “One of the most spiritually satisfying books I have ever read,” you know that you are about to be chal-lenged! Loving God is one of the easiest things to say that we do, but what does a life that loves God look like? Author Chuck Colson’s treatise insightfully looks at a believer’s love relationship with God. Covering topics such as obedience, the power of God’s Word, sin and repentance, holiness, suffering and loving God in life and death, you will be compelled to experience lov-ing God more deeply. As I read the intermingled stories of people with real hurts, I felt urged to love God more in my own life. It is easy to see why this is a required resource for the My Father’s World US History program at the high school level; Christian young people and even their parents will be challenged. Pb. ~ Deanne009603 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.99 10.95


BIBLE STUDY RESOURCES

Bible Study Tools

Bible Tabs (PK-AD) You probably don’t need me to tell you that some of those books of the Bible can be pretty elusive. When you’re in a hurry, Philemon just doesn’t want to be found. Those days will be ancient history once you add these to your Bible. Standard tabs fit Bibles 7 to 12 inches, Rainbow tabs for 7 to 12 inch Bibles which divide the major sections of the Bible by color, and Noah’s Ark animal rainbow tabs which are the same rainbow tabs but with pictures of different ani-mals. Sets are standard, with 77 tabs, including tabs for Old and New Testament books, concor-dance, helps, biography, charts, dictionary, and teachings of Jesus tabs. ~ ZachEACH STANDARD (exc noted) . .4.75 4.25030306 Standard Bible Tabs - Silver030309 Standard Rainbow Bible Tabs030304 Noah’s Ark Animal Bible Tabs Rainbow (Standard)021293 Reflections of You Tabs - Seaside (OT/NT) . . . . .5.95 5.50

Color scheme yellow/lime/teal/hot pink/blue

Books of the Bible Bookmark (PK-AD) Keep your books of the Bible reference handy with this cardstock bookmark. Its full color design features purple letters with green butter-flies on a lime background. – Laura021807 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.25

Bible Reading Record (2-AD) Keep track of your daily Bible reading by using the checkboxes to check off the chapters you have read. Whether you are reading in order or a little here and a little there, you will know what you have read and can make your way through the whole Bible. It even lets you know that to read through the Bible in one year, read 3 chap-ters a day and five chapters on Sunday. There is a place on the front of this 4.5 x 7 inch folder to write your start and finish date.034593 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.15

Journible 17:18 Series (3-AD) This series takes its name from Deuteronomy 17:18 in which the king is instructed to write a copy of God’s word, to carry it with him and read it every day so that he and his descendants may learn to follow the Lord. These nicely bound books are designed to help Bible students of all ages retain more, improve study and leave a lega-cy for generations to come. As the name implies, this is not a typical journal! Each Journible is designed to write your own copy (in version of your choice) of each Bible book (or books--as in the case of the New Testament letters). Copy down Scriptures on the right page; exact verses are identified in the headers. The left page is designed for your notes, but questions highlighting specific verses are occasionally provided. Questions are thought-provoking and require digging into the Scripture for answer. For example, “How does love cover sin?” “Why does Jude write?” The exterior is bound in black with gold print, pages have quarter-inch rule, and the attached ribbon marks your spot. Create a keepsake allowing review of your spiritual journey, an enhancement for your school’s Bible curriculum,

or use as copywork practice. I’m looking forward to creating a Journible of my own! Most are sold individually, but the complete Psalms Journible can be purchased as a 2-volume set. 5.5” x 8.5”, approx 200 pp, hc. ~ RuthEACH BELOW. . . . . . . . . . . . .14.00 9.95063719 1 & 2 Corinthians063720 1 & 2 Timothy, Titus, Philemon, Hebrews063723 Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, 1 & 2 Thessalonians063724 James,1 & 2 Peter,1 & 2 John & Jude063725 John 063732 Revelation003632 Mark 003640 Romans063728 ProverbsEACH BELOW. . . . . . . . . . . . .15.00 10.95063721 Acts 063726 Luke063722 Deuteronomy 063727 MatthewEACH BELOW. . . . . . . . . . . . .16.00 11.75063729 Psalms 1-72063730 Psalms 73-150063731 Psalms (2 volume set) 30.00 20.95EACH 2-VOL SET BELOW . . . .30.00 20.95033055 ☼Genesis 071011 ☼Exodus

References / Handbooks

My First Bible Dictionary (K-3) This child’s dictionary covers key Bible char-acters and crucial ideas. To aid understanding, multiple, full-color illustrations and pictures are included on each page. Although aimed at chil-dren, difficult concepts such as immortality and heritage are defined simply and understandably. Special sidebars explain everyday Bible items, such as food and tools, and special topics, such as the names of Jesus or the 10 plagues in more depth. hc, 96 pp. ~ Ruth058832 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.98 6.95

How the Bible Came to Us (2-7) This simple 40+ page book is written at a middle elementary school level, but it provides useful background information for children and adults alike about how we received God’s word in its present form. Full-color illustrations, brief historical time lines, and several activities add to the interest. Short biographical sketches are also provided on people instrumental in taking the gospel to the ends of the earth. Everyone will learn something from this gem.000277 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.99 8.95

Scientific Facts in the Bible (4-AD) It’s safe to say that many Christians don’t know the amount of science found in the Bible, but this little reference lays out 100 different facts and where to find them. This small format, 100-page resource makes a statement, then tells you where to find it in the Bible. For example, “The earth is round,” Isaiah 40:22, “It is He that sits upon the circle of the earth.” A short paragraph or two then sums up the information. Facts are divided into thirteen chapters – Science and the Bible, the Book of Job, Medical Science and the Bible, Science and Genesis, Scientists and the Bible, Biology and the Bible, the Bible’s 100% Accurate Prophecies, Astronomy and the Bible, Historical Figures and the Bible, Archeology and the Bible, the Bible’s Historical Accuracy, Evolution and the Bible, and Science and Evolution. Ray Comfort has made this an easy-to-understand and useful tool for study and evangelism. ~ Donna026283 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.99 6.95

Rose Pamphlets (7-AD) These compact informational pamphlets cover a wide range of Biblical topics. The information is presented in a clear and concise manner that will help you grasp these complex subjects. Each laminated pamphlet is 5 1/2” x 8 1/2” when fold-ed, and it opens up to 33” x 8 1/2”. Best of all, brightly colored illustrations, graphs, pictures, and text are printed on both sides. - eliseEACH PAMPHLET . . . . . . . . . . .3.99 2.95017365 100 Prophecies Fulfilled by Christ036662 Armor of God029959 Bible Overview036664 ☼Dead Sea Scrolls017374 Denominations069888 ☼Four Views of the End Times 025549 Fruit of the Spirit033897 ☼Genesis Time Line047667 Judges of Israel048575 ☼Life of Joseph055038 ☼Life of Moses033039 Tabernacle008918 Then & Now Bible Maps

Biblical History & Culture

☼Judaism (Eyewitness Books) (3-7) This DK book laden with photographs and succinct descriptions chronicles an overview of Judaism. From ancient to medieval and modern history, your student will be introduced to the significant issues in Jewish faith and culture: noteworthy religious aspects such as the syn-agogue and Holy Days, repeated persecutions (includes an age-appropriate discussion of the Holocaust), Jewish contributions to society, and more. Includes an additional resource list, glos-sary and index. 72 pgs, pb. ~ Ruth 045978 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 7.50

DC Cook Journey Through the Bible (3-AD) Formerly titled Victor Journey Through the Bible, this is a wonderful reference to accompany your own Bible reading or family Bible studies. It covers selected (major) Bible events chronolog-ically, providing helpful historical and cultural information about traditions, clothing, everyday objects, places, and more. For example, the Tower of Babel entry discusses its location, pos-sible excavation sites, what the name “Babel” means in Akkadian, information about ziggurats (the most probable form of construction), and the birth of nations after the flood. Very interesting, informative and colorful, this profusely illustrated volume abounds with photographs and artistic renderings, besides maps, charts, lists, and dia-grams. Although the title has changed slightly from “Victor” to “DC Cook,” the interior content has not been changed. A welcome addition to your library.005420 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99 19.95

Unveiling the Kings of Israel (7-AD) Lavishly illustrated and packed with engaging information, this book begs to be read, studied, and thoroughly enjoyed. Beginning with an introduction discussing the challenges facing the authority of Biblical history, archaeologist David Down stresses the importance of understand-ing historical records and timelines, and how a correct interpretation of historical records in Egypt and Israel show a remarkable consistency with Biblical records. Each successive chapter


explores the history and geography of Israel through her prophets and kings. Topics include: Noah and the worldwide flood; Abraham In Ur and Canaan; Isaac and Rebekah; Jacob and Esau; Joseph to Moses; Crossing the Sinai Peninsula (Red Sea); desert wilderness; crossing the Jordan; Joshua to Judges; Samuel and Saul; David as King; Solomon; Israel and Judah; Israel and Assyria; Judah and Assyria; Judah’s Exhile; Medo-Persian Empire; Jerusalem’s Triumph (Esther to Malachi) and the King of Kings, a look at the life of Jesus in the New Testament. Beneficial appendices provide more details on the tabernacle, Solomon’s Temple, the Dead Sea Scrolls and reference tables from the Complete Works of Josephus. This book is an indispensable guide to understanding the Bible’s archaeological history. 170 pgs, hc. ~ Deanne051248 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99 22.50

Old and New Testament Geography (8-AD) Do you want to add some geographical depth to your Bible study program – or perhaps you’re reading through the Bible in a year (like I am) and want a light touch of geographical perspective. These workbooks would be perfect for either purpose. I think they could also be used success-fully with family devotions as the maps are easy to read. Each book covers the basic geography of a testament in 13 lessons. Lessons are four pages each and include a page of questions about a cer-tain time period (i.e. period of the Judges – about 1370 – 1030 B.C.) These questions are historical and are a combination of multiple choice, short answer, or in the case of Judges, put the judges in order. Questions typically include Scripture references. Although lessons always include a map and often a timeline, the other content can vary. For instance, in the Judges lesson there are thought questions referencing certain portions of scripture. One question in this lesson asks about Abimelech, who some books call a judge but this book considers an oppressor. The student is asked to determine which and defend his answer. The last page is a chart listing the judge, “his/her” scripture passage, and a place to write interest-ing information. There are more maps in the NT book as the lessons follow first the life of Christ and then the missionary journeys of Paul and the other apostles. A one-page final quiz answer worksheet holding write-in blanks is provided at the end of each book, but the teacher is expected to choose the questions from the previous course content. These books are consumable worktexts (non-reproducible) but the price point is reason-able. No answers are included, so this really is a workbook to use alongside your reading of the Bible. 54 pgs, pb. ~ JaniceEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.99 10.75013955 Old Testament013948 New Testament

History and Geography of the Bible Story (9-AD) If you are looking for a practical, work-book-based Bible study, this is a good one to consider. It completes a survey of the history and geography of the entire Bible, from Genesis to Revelation. In 52 lessons (which conveniently work out to one per week for a calendar year), students will be engaged in learning about the geographical features and the roles they played in the histories of the various nations involved with the Holy Land. The workbook is divided

into two main parts: the first is a brief look at the physical attributes of all Bible lands in seven lessons, while the second (which contains the rest of the lessons) correlates the history and geography. The text in each lesson is descriptive-ly detailed and is also consumable (though not reproducible). At various places throughout the text, biblical references point students to the pas-sage that will help them find the answer to fill in the blank. Map activities also abound, and there are both blank outline maps and full color refer-ence maps throughout the workbook. Students’ knowledge is tested through eleven periodic review lessons. The only additional resource that is required to complete this study is a Bible. However, there is a companion CD-ROM avail-able that comes packed with info and resourc-es to dramatically expand on this study. This CD-ROM contains a corresponding 52 lessons on the history and geography of Bible times. The lessons are presented on 1320 PowerPoint charts, so you will need Microsoft PowerPoint (or at least PowerPoint Viewer) to be able to use the CD. Although the lessons are based on the study guide described above, they can easily be used with any Bible or even history class curriculum. The lessons give a good summary of the history of Biblical nations and will help students learn the geography of the Bible lands. Basically, it gives a general survey of the Bible from Genesis through the close of the first century. High qual-ity, full-color maps, charts, and photographs are included on the slides, and when students click on the screen, information pops up. Info is presented sentence by sentence so students can click at their own pace to follow the lessons. Sometimes the info is presented in outline form, with several bullets per slide. The 52 lessons are divided by geographic areas, time periods, and books of the Bible with instruction on the geog-raphy of Palestine, promises to Abraham, the conquest of Canaan, the empire of Solomon, the fall of Israel, the life of Christ, Paul’s journeys, and so much more. There are reviews of some of the books of the Bible, which quickly sum up what happened and where it happened in that book. The history and geography of the Bible really comes alive through the charts, maps, and other graphics, and the concise text sections make it easy for students to focus on the key facts about a large variety of Bible stories. The very first lesson shows students (and teachers) how to get the most out of the presentations and explains why learning geography along with the history of the Bible is so important and effective. With a good summary of the entire Bible, facts on the geography of the Bible lands, colorful graphics, and an interactive computer interface, this is a great way to learn historical details about the Bible. A recent update to the CD has made it even more useful. It now includes student questions (with answers) for every one of the 52 lessons. If students understand the material, they will be able to answer the 10-20 questions per lesson, which are provided in PDF format. This will work on any operating system, as long as you have Microsoft PowerPoint or Viewer. Guide and CD are available separately or as a set. Never be confused by all those biblical place names again! – Zach023023 Study Guide . . . . . . .17.97 17.50039989 CD-ROM . . . . . . . . .59.95 25.95HGOFBS Guide/CD-ROM Set . .77.92 40.50

Atlases / Maps / Charts / Timelines

The Student Bible Atlas (K-AD) An excellent mapbook and companion to the Greenleaf Guide to Old Testament History, the atlas contains a brief introduction, 30 maps, a gazetteer, key locations, and Biblical references to events for each major historical period in the history of Israel. 32 pp, sc.000167 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.99 9.95

Rose Book of Bible Charts, Maps & Time Lines (3-AD) This book is a visual treat for visual learn-ers (like myself). I am a huge fan of the Rose Publishing pamphlets due to the wide variety of visually-pleasing Bible charts, maps, and time lines they offer. As a result, I was thrilled when this amazing book wound up on my desk. I had to force myself to stop looking through the pages so I could write this description! This book has 188 pages of spectacular full-color charts, maps, and time lines – many of which you can buy as individual pamphlets, but some that are not available individually. The content of this book can be broken up into six different categories. The first category is a section dedicated to general Bible charts. In this section there are charts that present the books of the Bible, an overview of the Old and New Testament, insight on how we got the Bible, lists of 100 well-known people and prayers, and a Christian history time line (which is really good!). Next you move into the Old Testament Charts, which provides you with an outline of creation, 100 well-known events, family trees, names of God, insight to the Ten Commandments, and wonderful charts that bring clarity to Judges, Kings, Prophets, the prophesies of Daniel, and important archaeological finds that support the Old Testament. The third section of this book gives New Testament charts. This section includes charts on the genealogy of Jesus; 100 prophesies fulfilled by Jesus; events, miracles, parables, and teachings of Jesus; information on the twelve disciples; 100 well-known events from Acts to Revelation; archaeological finds that support the New Testament; and other charts that cover well-known portions of scrip-ture such as the Armor of God and Fruit of the Spirit. The next section contains twenty beautiful and well-labeled maps that highlight different features of the Middle East and The Holy Land, as well as showing where Jesus walked and the locations of Paul’s missionary journeys. The fifth section includes colorful illustrations and diagrams of places described in the Bible, such as Noah’s Ark, The Tabernacle, The Ark of the Covenant, Solomon’s Temple, Herod’s Temple, and a detailed diagram of Palm Sunday to Easter. Lastly, the final section provides information on Christianity, Cults, and Religions, denominations comparison, the Trinity, and a comparison of Islam and Christianity. This book is hardcover with a hidden spiral binding that allows you easily reproduce the pages for your classroom. It may seem a little pricey; however, if you bought all of these charts separately, you would pay much more. Plus, you will be hard pressed to find another resource that so clearly presents the truths of the Bible in such an amazing visual format! – elise036670 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99 18.95


Bible Lands Relief Maps - Laminated (3-AD) Rose Publishing has a reputation for producing quality Bible resources, like Then & Now Bible Maps. They have now published wall maps of the same great quality. The maps measure 19.5” x 26” and are laminated so you can write on/wipe off with water soluble markers. These are relief maps of the Middle East and the Holy Land, and the amazing details show mountains, moun-tain ranges, rivers, cities, towns, ancient ruins, and more. Modern locations are printed in red and ancient cities that are still in existence are underlined in red. The back of each map has 4 reproducible work-sheets related to the content of the map. The 7 1/2” x 10” worksheets on the reverse of the Holy Land map are black and white and include a present day (Now) map of the Holy Land, a map of what the Holy Land once looked like (Then), and two sheets that list Holy Land archeological sites. The Middle East map offers Then and Now black and white maps of the Middle East to reproduce along with two reference sheets for the Middle East and Scripture. These maps are beau-tiful and helpful when studying ancient history and/or the Bible. ~ Donna EACH MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 9.95060048 Holy Land 060049 Middle East

Then & Now Bible Map Book (5-AD) Bible maps show you locations of countries and cities as they were back then, with a clear plastic overlay of current political maps and cities. 12 full-color maps bound with a spiral lay-flat binding.004294 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.99 12.95

Deluxe Then and Now Bible Maps (7-AD) Do you ever wonder where places mentioned in the Bible are located? For instance, where on earth is Susa? Or where exactly did Paul’s jour-neys take him? Coming equipped with numerous maps, this book will put an end to a lot of your questions. Most included Bible maps come with a transparent overlay showing modern-day cities and countries. Maps with overlays include The Middle East, Assyrian Empire, Paul and his journeys, the Persian Empire and Babylonian Kingdoms, and four maps showing the Holy Land at different time periods. Maps without overlays include journeys of Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, Peter, and Philip, The Exodus, setup of the Tabernacle, Jerusalem at Jesus’ time, a layout of the tomb of Jesus, and a map of the Roman Empire marking the spread of Christianity. Interesting facts about Old Testament prophets, Jesus’ life, Paul’s Letters and more are also included. A handy index is in the back of the book. To top everything off a CD-ROM containing JPGs of all the maps and PDFs of the maps and overlays are thrown into the mix. This opens the door for you to make handouts, overhead transparencies, and even PowerPoint shows. 40 pages, hc. ~ Tasha 029392 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99 18.95

Then and Now Bible Maps Insert (5-AD) Like your Bible but disappointed at the lack of maps in the back? Insert this item in your current Bible, and keep your highlighting and notes in the margins. At 5.5” x 7.75”, the ultra-thin 44-page insert fits inside most Bible covers and includes 44 pages of maps, including 8 clear plastic overlays showing modern-day geography. ~ Bob023227 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.99 10.95

Big Picture Bible Time Line (1-6) When reading the Bible, sometimes it is hard for kids (and adults) to see the “big picture.” This big (and I mean BIG) Bible time line will help you see when the Bible events happened in relation to each other and how those events fit together to tell one BIG story! This reproducible book contains 68 11” x 8 1/2” pages. Each page highlights two major events, including a scrip-ture reference, estimated time in history, and a black-and-white cartoon illustration that can be colored. When all the pages are hung side-by-side in chronological order it creates a 60’ long time line. This timeline begins with Adam and Eve in the garden, and finishes with John being exiled on Patmos writing Revelation. Some fun activities are outlined in the introduction that will help you make the most of this great teaching tool. No matter how you put this time line to use, your children will appreciate the simple way it communicates the big picture of what the Bible is all about. 78 pgs, pb. – elise 042450 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.99 14.95

Giant 10-Foot Bible Time Line (3-AD) This Bible time line is HUGE, not only in size, but in content! The time line is printed on a glossy, laminated paper, and it is eleven inches tall and over ten feet long. It comes in four folded sections, so the time line is easy to hang up on your walls or easy to store when not in use. This time line takes you from Creation all way through the Old and New Testaments, ending with the writing of Revelation. This format makes it easy to put Bible events into perspective. Over 140 key people and events in the Bible are noted. The large print makes it easy to read, and the full-color illustrations will catch your children’s attention. As a side note, this time line does mention that scholars are not all in agreement with the dates of some people and events. For example, this time line portrays the life of Abraham from 2166-1991 B.C. (some scholars place his birth at 1952). The time of Jesus’ birth is also often disputed. Regardless, this time line would make a great addition to any classroom. – elise036666 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 9.95

Bible Time Lines and Overview (3-AD)071532 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.99 10.95

Bible Time Line Pamphlet (5-AD) This fold out timeline traces biblical history from Abraham in Genesis (2200 BC) to John and the Revelation (AD 100). Glossy and colorful, events are shown chronologically in three cat-egories comparing Bible history, world history, and Middle East history. Shows times and spans of 300 significant people and events. - Zach017267 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.99 2.95

Timechart of Jewish Civilization (5-AD) Fantastic... but there’s much more than timeline here! The timeline itself (folding out to 11 feet from the front cover) is packed with information. Starting from the beginnings of Israel (Biblical his-tory) and continuing to modern Israel, significant events of Jewish history and culture are placed in the context of European, Mid-Eastern and world events. Dating uses the Gregorian and Jewish calendar equivalent from 3761 BCE to 2010 CE. Secondly, the timeline’s reverse side contains articles on Judaism, Jewish history, customs, etc. Finally, a 35-page book attached to the back cover includes detailed information on persecu-tion, Jewish influences in the arts in the USA and Europe, Zionism, Israeli Wars, Arab conflicts, etc. This is an excellent, concise resource for Biblical, cultural or historical studies. hc. ~ Ruth063128 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.99 14.95

☼From Adam to Jesus Timeline (5-AD) Fold out the pages of this book to create a 13-foot compendium. One side includes the timeline of man’s history from Genesis to the time of Jesus using a dating system developed by Archbishop Ussher of Ireland on the top half. Paintings and further elaboration on certain biblical events fill the space below the timeline. The second side of this timeline contains a downsized reproduc-tion of a 390-foot Panorama of Jerusalem and the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ created by Bruno Piglhein in the 1880s. Below the panorama is a description of the scenes along with names of specific characters involved. Includes a one-page map of Jerusalem at the time of Jesus and a family tree of Jesus (both branches). This magnificent timeline can be stored closed inside its hard-bound, antiqued patina cover. 2017 edition, 10 1/2”x 13”, hc. ~ Ruth038626 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.99 19.25

☼Chronology Table of Patriarchs Poster (9-AD) A colorful, comprehensive but complex sup-plemental resource for advanced study of the genealogy of O.T. Patriarchs. Small print and crowded layout of this helpful visual reference poster will make it difficult for children below grade nine to use independently. All the leading figures from old covenant Israel are referenced, including men such as Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Moses as well as lesser known patriarchs. Content and historical references support a con-servative young earth creationist perspective. 36” x 48”. ~ Mike070719 (A.). . . . . . . . . . . . . .27.50 22.05

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Visuals / Models

Bible Chartlets These charts are perfect for teaching and displaying Scripture and Biblical principles. In addition to the lists or text, colorful and moving illustrations and decorations add appeal and insight. The illustrations are bright, colorful, and captivating, perfect for school, church, or home. While the charts can be displayed on the wall, they also contain a resource guide on the reverse side which discusses spiritual truths. Bible ver-sions for the charts vary; please see below for specifics. 17” x 22”. ~ Rachel S.EACH CHARTLET . . . . . . . . . . .2.99 2.60060729 10 Great Ways to Treat Others000549 Books of the Bible015035 Pledge to the Bible031755 Ten Commandments for Kids

Bible Bulletin Board Sets (PK-AD) Visual reminders are often the key to memory. These beautifully illustrated cardstock poster sets are an eye-catching complement to your class-room, Sunday school room, homeschool or to decorate a child’s bedroom. Each set contains 8-11 themed pieces. ~ DeanneEACH SET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.99 8.75036221 Armor of God

Includes a 34”x 5.5” banner and seven 11” x 17” posters (six featuring a piece of armor and verse and one with all verses). Includes teacher guide w/ activities and more.

021806 Beatitudes . . . . . . . . .12.99 9.95Contains one 17” x 22” poster (Matthew 5:1-12a NIV) and eight 11”x 17” posters, each with one Beatitude and teaching notes.

028388 Fruit of the SpiritIncludes one 22” x 17” poster displaying Galatians 5:22-23, and nine 17”x 7.3” post-ers featuring the Fruits of the Spirit with with colorful, photographic fruit backgrounds. Teacher guide also included.

021819 Just the Way You AreEight 11” x 17” posters proclaiming that “You are…” talented, loved, forgiven, etc. each with Scripture references.

Bible Time Links (PK-12) Time links are streamlined time lines that emphasize key Biblical points. Using brief state-ments and visually appealing graphics, these time links introduce approximately 12 important Biblical, chronological or historical details for key Bible individuals. Each event is summarized and includes a Bible reference. Designed as a poster, the timeline comes in panels, with an introduction and conclusion, and when assem-bled, reaches 88” long and 7.6” tall. An included reduced-sized version helps you place the time-line pieces correctly. ~ RuthEACH TIMELINK . . . . . . . . . . . .5.99 5.50064458 Moses Connecting with the Covenant064460 OT Believers with Unshakeable Faith064466 Walking with Jesus

THEOLOGY / RELIGIOUS WRITING

Series

Pure Gold Classics (9-AD) This soft-cover series of books from Bridge-Logos is beautifully done. These classic works have been sensitively revised and updated in modern English and include a color timeline on the inside cover, black and white illustrations and a detailed index. They are excellent books for anyone who wants help going deeper in their Christian walk. Some volumes still include a CD of audio excerpts from the book, although the publisher is transitioning to offering audio files on their website, rather than including CDs with books. Please see our website for more up-to-date information on the status of each. ~ JerryEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .17.99 13.95020591 Book of Martyrs

A completely revised edition of the book originally published by John Foxe in 1563 known simply as the Book of Martyrs. It has been carefully edited into modern American English and includes new photographs, a full-color timeline, and an updated index. Starting with Jesus Christ Himself, who Foxe refers to as “the inspiration and source of all martyrdom,” and stretching through the years up through the 20th century, this book gives us a view into the lives of those willing to pay the ultimate price for their faith at the hands of unbelievers and those who would persecute fellow Christians for the sake of denominational issues.

005799 Pilgrim’s Progress in Modern EnglishFirst published in 1678, this book has been called “the greatest allegory ever written.” It is just as relevant today as it was when John Bunyan wrote it from his prison cell. The Pilgrim’s Progress is a story every Christian can relate to. From Christian’s first stirrings of the Holy Spirit beckoning him to follow Christ, to his final arrival in the Celestial City of God - you will feel as if it is you reliving your spiritual journey. 450 pgs, pb.

Individual Titles - Alphabetically

Abolition of Man (9-AD) This classic by C.S. Lewis shares his views on the education of older students (and how edu-cators of his day were leading students down a dangerous path), and uses that as a starting point to stress the importance of good values, courage, and honor in our society. He warns of the consequences of an education or social thinking that undermines the importance of good values and treats everything as relative. He states that some things are in fact objective (they are without doubt good or evil) and criticizes the way society is trying to rationalize the diminish-ment of the belief in natural values. Finally he warns of a future in which the values and morals of the majority are controlled by a small group of people who rule by a perfect understanding of psychology. One of most debated of Lewis’s work, this book stresses that above all else, peo-ple should be taught to love good and hate evil. 114 pages, pb. ~ Rachel043502 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13.99 9.95

Art and the Bible - IVP Classic (9-AD) InterVarsity Press has come out with this great Christian classic. It highlights biblical affirma-tion of the arts and establishes a Christian per-spective of art. This book has become common reading for both theology students and everyday Christians and IVP is offering the unabridged, original book in an inexpensive softcover edition. By Francis A. Schaeffer, 95 pgs. ~ Rachel043813 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00 6.50

Can You Drink the Cup? (11-AD) You can’t judge a book by its size! This small, unassuming book by the late Henri Nouwen is packed, cover to cover, with a concept that will really make you think about your role here on Earth. This book closely examines Matthew 20:22 - “You don’t know what you are asking, “Jesus said to them. Can you drink the cup I am going to drink?” What does it mean to “drink the cup?” Nouwen breaks drinking wine down into 3 steps – holding, lifting and drinking – and talks about what each step really means. Holding is examining ourselves and looking critically at who we really are – skills, abilities, shortcom-ings. He compares the cup to life, Jesus gave his life (blood) for us, so it is not only our life, but that of others as well. Lifting the cup is sharing and joining with others – being able to be honest with each other and work together for the good of the Kingdom and life here on earth. Drinking the cup is fully trusting God and embracing uncon-ditional love, being ready to deal with the con-sequences of living as Jesus did. Henri Nouwen uses stories from his own life as he explains the process of holding, lifting, and drinking. This is a quick and interesting read – only 123 pages – that might help give you a new perspective on a life worth living. ~ Donna058367 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.95 11.95

Chosen By God (11-AD) Predestination is a hard doctrine to understand and/or accept. Dr. R.C. Sproul, the author of this book, struggled with and continues to strug-gle with the concept. He invites you to struggle with him as you embark on the difficult journey of examining the doctrines of predestination. Through nine chapters Sproul covers the follow-ing topics: predestination and the sovereignty of God, predestination and free will, Adam’s fall and mine, spiritual death and spiritual life, foreknowledge and predestination, double predestination, assurance, and any concluding questions and objections concerning this topic. He thoroughly covers each topic and provides a lot of scriptural support as well as quotes from many different theologians. To say the least, this is a heavy book full of deep thoughts to pon-der and examine. Just to let you know, Sproul supports the “reformed” view of predestination (Yes, there is more than one view!) proposed by people like John Calvin, Jonathan Edwards, and St. Augustine. My favorite part of the whole book is the summary at the end of each chapter. These summaries highlight the main points of the chapter, which makes it easy to revisit them at a later time. Whether you know nothing about predestination or have some nagging questions, this book will really help you understand this position. – elise 011659 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.99 11.75


City of God (9-AD) This classic work by the great theologian Saint Augustine was begun in A.D. 413 and took thirteen years to complete. City of God was orig-inally written to refute the charge that Christianity was to blame for the fall of Rome, but ultimately the work interprets human history in relation to eternity by exploring the struggle between good and evil from a biblical viewpoint. Augustine explores two co-existing cities: the city of God and the city of man. By contrasting an earthly, pagan, secular city with a devout, God-fearing city, he concludes that salvation through God is the key to eternal life. City of God is also notable because it provides a history of the early church. Edited by Vernon J. Bourke and is used for the Memoria Press City of God study. Pb. ~ Lisa054407 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17.00 11.95

Confessions (Saint Augustine) (9-AD) This is Henry Chadwick’s translation, from the original Latin into English, of Saint Augustine’s classic, Confessions. Near the close of the 4th century, shortly after his ordination as Bishop of Hippo Regius, Augustine began writing his autobiography, which comprises the first nine “books” of this work, followed by a book on memory and the subconscious, one on time and eternity, then a reconciliation of Plato and Christianity on the subject of Creation, and finally an allegory of the first chapter of Gensis to discuss the Church and sacraments. There is much to be learned here about the transition from a fully secular lifestyle, through conversion to a faith in Jesus Christ and beyond. ~ Tom029708 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95 6.25

Four Loves (11-AD) C. S. Lewis, author of The Chronicles of Narnia, Mere Christianity and many other books, delves into the topic of love. He talks about the four types of love – affection, friendship, Eros, and charity – what each of them means and the relationship of each to God and to those around us. This is a complicated topic that C. S. Lewis tries to sort out and help us make sense of. Learn the difference in the types of love and which is most like the love of God. This is for older readers, as it discusses homosexuality and sexuality within the friendship and Eros loves. 141 pgs, pb. ~ Donna056760 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 10.95

Great Divorce (7-AD) In this novel, we follow the writer as he takes a very unusual journey - one that takes him through heaven and hell. He crosses paths and converses with a number of different supernatural beings which lead him to realizations that there are ultimate consequences to everyday behavior. This novel, another of C. S. Lewis’s allegorical accomplishments, should inspire some profound meditation upon good and evil.026639 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 10.95

Imitation of Christ Thrift Edition (9-AD) This collection of Biblical and spiritual insights was first published anonymously in 1418. Since then, it has been a source of religious instruction and inspiration to many. This recent edition is different from its predecessors, as it is trans-lated into modern English and organized into paragraph form. This newer format makes this Christian classic much more readable and under-

standable than previous editions. These medita-tions by a German priest on the life and teachings of Jesus offer great spiritual guidance.026225 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00 4.25

In His Steps (9-AD) When a stranger challenges a congregation to consider what it really means to follow in the steps of Jesus, it certainly has an effect. Over the next year, six people in particular who decided to make that effort to walk in His steps experi-enced the Christian life as they never had before. This classic was first told by pastor Charles Sheldon over 100 years ago and has had a pro-found influence worldwide ever since.021502 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.99 4.95

Mere Christianity (9-AD) C. S. Lewis had a remarkable talent for using the English language, and when he was given the opportunity in 1942 to explain the Christian faith on air with the BBC, he began something that is still benefiting people more than sixty years later. The 33 talks that have been compiled into this book are Lewis’s explanation and defense of those points that are common to nearly all Christians, on various topics: law, the invasion by Germany, the “cardinal virtues,” morality and psychoanalysis, forgiveness, faith, the three-per-sonal God, the new man, and many others. Easy to read and understand, the simple language has not dumbed down the content - it still stimulates the mind. This is a helpful book for any number of situations. ~ Zach025025 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99 11.75

On the Incarnation (10-AD) This translation of St. Athanasius’ “De Incarnatione” was made available with the intent of bringing that classic of the fourth century within reach of present-day Christians. Includes introduction by C.S. Lewis. 110 pgs.009683 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17.00 14.95

Rule of St. Benedictine English (11-AD) For fifteen centuries, Benedictine monasticism has been governed by a “Rule” that is strong enough to keep order and yet flexible enough to be followed fifteen hundred years later. Translated into English by Timothy Fry from the Order of St. Benedict, this classic text for monastic life shows the guidelines that Benedictine monks live by. Striving for equality in community, the book touches on charity, humility, submission, prayer, personality, integrity, spirituality, listening, and equality before God. Read to see how 6th century monks lived or just as a devotional book. 96 pgs, pb. ~ Rachel036814 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95

Screwtape Letters w/ Screwtape Proposes a Toast (7-AD) C. S. Lewis’ brilliantly insightful book about the activity of the devil’s assistants as they endeavor to steer a person onto and along the path of destruction. Through letters received from an uncle, we see how the battle the evil tempter Wormwood is fighting unfolds. Also included in this book is the article “Screwtape Proposes a Toast,” in which Screwtape (the uncle sending the letters to Wormword), as the guest of honor at the Tempters’ Training College, is giving a speech about temptation and how it is used

effectively. Though a work of fiction, this book is an encouragement to all Christians to stand firm against the temptation to sin and turn from the Cross. Pb or hc, both are 209 pgs. ~ Zach 011110 Paperback . . . . . . . . .14.99 10.95018135 Hardcover. . . . . . . . .24.99 17.50

☼The-Ology: Ancient Truths Ever New (PK-7) A systematic theology for families. Beautifully illus-trated, this Bible-saturated book introduces children to the reformed doctrine in a clear, understandable way. Divided into 11 sec-tions, The Ology of God, of People, of Sin, of the Promise and the Law, of Christ, of the Holy Spirit, of Adoption, of Change, of the Church, of the End Times, and The Ology of God’s Word engagingly teach 71 gospel cen-tered truths. 257 pgs, hc. The 2-4-page short sto-ries engage children and adults, teaching Biblical doctrine with illustrations, Scripture references and additional Scripture. The back of the book includes questions (and answers) that support the doctrinal reading. Questions are appropriate for elementary to middle school ages. Introductory information for teaching Biblical doctrine is included in the parent guide at the front of the book. Includes glossary of theological terms in child-friendly language. Tremendous resource for family devotions or children’s church. ~ Deanne027147 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99 22.50

Apologetics

Answers Books for Kids (2-5) Ken Ham and his team saw the need for infor-mation about the Bible for the younger crowd and wrote this series based on the questions they ask. Each of the 4 volumes addresses questions from kids by topic in this order: Creation and the Fall; Dinosaurs and the flood of Noah; God and the Bible; and Sin; Salvation; and the Christian Life. These little books are simply written to appeal to ages 6-12. The first page of each 2-page spread presents a question in a child’s printing along with the age and name of the person asking the question. The second page offers Scripture and the answer composed by the authors. Colorful photos and illustrations are found on every page and each hardcover book includes 22 questions. These books will help strengthen your child’s faith and give answers to many of their important questions concerning the Bible. Now a teacher guide is available for this series that will help you use the book as a curriculum in apologetics. The Teacher Guide includes stu-dent worksheets, lesson schedule, quizzes, and answer keys. Pages can be copied for family use and small classrooms of ten or less. The Teacher Guide suggests 30 – 45 minutes per lesson, four days per week, and a 36-week schedule is sug-gested. ~ DonnaEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.99 6.39045067 Volume 1 015309 Volume 5045068 Volume 2 015337 Volume 6045069 Volume 3 007879 ☼Volume 7045070 Volume 4 007892 ☼Volume 8038632 Teacher Guide. . . . . .17.99 13.95038630 Set (Vol 1-6 & Tchr) 65.93 47.50019504 Box Set of 8 Vols . . .59.99 43.95


The New Answers Books (6-12) All around guides to creation science, I was impressed with the wide variety of subjects these books touch on. Using a fairly common question to start off each chapter, they then delve into various subjects for detailed answers. For exam-ple, the first book starts off with the question, “Is There Really a God?” It then talks about how order is always taken as a sign of a creator and how information can’t really rise from non infor-mation. Each book broaches over 30 questions, ranging from such creation-related topics as the doom of dinosaurs, why Christians shouldn’t accept billions of years, the origin of evil, how a Christian should respond to gay marriage, if Creationists can believe in physics like relativity, quantum mechanics, and string theory, how human and chimp DNA could be so similar, the existence of dragons, the ethics of genetically modified organisms, and many, many more. The questions are approached scientifically, biblically, and logically. Clear, relatively concise answers are accompanied by a generous number of illustrations and pictures, making the informa-tion easy to absorb. These books do a good job of showing how the “evolutionizing” of our culture is not just affecting science – it’s affecting most aspects of our society. Not just exciting reading that will educate and influence your thinking for years to come, they will also give you confidence in answering questions raised by non-believers. Written by various creation scientists and edit-ed by Ken Ham, the books are 370+ pgs, pb. Revised and updated editions. Now you can use these books as the basis for a high school worl-dview course with the Teacher Guides below.EACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 11.50006384 Book 1 027845 Book 3043856 Book 2 032961 Book 4

Cultural Issues: Creation/Evolution & the Bible (9-12) This course will equip high school students to think logically and apply Bible knowledge correctly in regard to evolutionary thought. Particularly, students will examine issues where there are points of contention related to the Bible, faith and science. All topics are in the con-text of an evolution vs creation viewpoint, taking a creationist, Biblically literal and young earth view. The Cultural Issues Pack includes The New Answers Book 1 and Book 2 edited by Ken Ham and the Teacher Guide. Book 1 contains over 27 chapters on Creation/Evolution and the Bible; Book 2 contains 30. Topics include fossils, the age of the earth, beginning of life, evolution and intelligent design, and also more specific topics such as the long life of Old Testament fig-ures, the days of creation, etc. Note: In Chapter 15, Volume 2, Ken Ham discusses gay marriage and a Christians response. You may want to

review this chapter to gauge appropriateness for your student. The Teacher Guide can also be purchased separately. This guide includes weekly lesson schedules, student worksheets, tests (including semester tests) and answer keys. Each weekly schedule is arranged to be accomplished in four easy-to-manage lessons which combine reading and worksheets. The included student pages are perforated and three-hole punched. Answer Keys are also provided. Designed as a 1 year, 1 credit course. ~ Ruth006261 Package . . . . . . . . . .44.97 32.95006298 Teacher Guide only . .14.99 11.99

Apologetics in Action (10-12) As our children prepare to make their way in the world, release them with the knowledge and conviction necessary to respond to the unbelief rampant in popular culture. This one year survey of Apologetics helps students affirm and defend their personal faith, strengthen their confidence in the Bible’s inerrant nature. The Teacher Guide provides teaching tips, weekly lesson schedule, student worksheets, quizzes, semester essay prompts and answer keys. Worksheets vary and include essay sum-maries, open-ended questions focused on self-re-flection, and fill-in-the-blank questions. Building on resources from noted apologist, Ken Ham, this guide from Master Books provides a practical resource to prepare our young adults for the chal-lenges they will face whether in college or the work force. Reproducible for homeschool fami-lies or small classrooms (less than 10 students), 3-hole punched. ~ DeanneAIAPKG Package . . . . . . . . . .75.95 54.95

Includes Teacher Guide, How Do We Know the Bible is True Volumes 1 &2, and Demolishing Supposed Bible Contradictions Volumes 1 & 2.

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Lee Strobel’s Case for ____ for Kids (3-7) Almost everyone has heard of the popular “Case for…” books from Lee Strobel, a former skeptic of Christianity. His scientifically and philosophi-cally based, readable books highlight the truth of Christianity, equip Christians to answer questions about their faith, and present non-Christians with valid reasons for believing. Now, Strobel and Rob Suggs have revised the books for young peo-ple who are at the age where they first begin to ask the tough questions that even adults struggle to answer. With real-life examples for defending Christianity, the books are written in a humor-ous, light-hearted way while still analyzing the evidence and building compelling cases using historical facts, up-to-date scientific research, and true stories. Each book is visually appealing with line illustrations, callouts to define terms and phrases, and sidebars to help explain com-plicated concepts. With kid-friendly language, the books provide solid information that will prepare kids to defend their faith and stand up to the skeptics they will face in their life. The books have different focuses, but each is about 90 pages long. The Case for Christ brings Jesus to life, addressing the miracles, ministry, family, and way of life of Jesus of Nazareth. The Case for a Creator uses science to strengthen kids’ faith,

demystifying the creation of the universe with scientific evidence. The Case for Faith explains the most abstract aspects of faith in ways kids understand. A great series with entertaining text and captivating truths. Pb.EACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.99 5.75037550 Christ 061435 Grace037549 Creator 037157 Miracles037551 Faith

More Than A Carpenter (6-AD) This small book by Josh McDowell puts into simple terms what he discovered as he sought to disprove Christianity and ended up embracing it. For every objection that has been raised, the author presents clear evidence making the case for Jesus being the Christ, for His being a part of the mystery known as the Trinity, and for the veracity of His resurrection after death in the worst form of capital punishment ever devised. If you have some doubt about the Bible accounts of Jesus’ life, or know someone in your circle who does, this is an excellent starting point for answering common questions. Includes contribu-tions by Josh’s son, Sean. 179 pgs, pb. 010165 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.99 5.50

How Do We Know the Bible is True? (8-AD) Christians face a number of faith-related ques-tions each day and sometimes it’s hard to know where to go for the answers. These books are a collaboration of answers and thoughts given by some great defenders of the faith: Bodie Hodge, Jason Lisle, John MacArthur, and Ken Ham (to name a few). They address 20 important issues in Volume 1 and over 30 in Volume 2, such as: Is the Bible reliable? Did miracles really happen? Should we interpret Genesis literally? Where did God come from? Has Noah’s ark been found? These questions (and many more) are addressed, and scriptural support is given for the answers offered. These volumes provide answers and support as you ask questions and try to answer questions posed by friends or family. The infor-mation is clear and written in terms that help you explain to others the answers to some tough questions that are foundational to the Christian faith. 300-350 pgs, pb. ~ Donna EACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 11.99021767 Volume 1011580 Volume 2

Know WHAT You Believe (9-AD) To quote the author, Paul E. Little, “It doesn’t matter what you think of Play-Doh®, Napoleon, or Richard Nixon. It does matter what you think of Jesus Christ.” Another quote reads, “The Christian experience is not like a man with a fried egg on his ear who claims the egg gives him peace and joy. Rather, the Christian experience is securely bound to the objective, historical fact of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.” This book has been written for the person in the classroom or the pew, highlighting the bottom-line truths and the non-negotiables of Christianity. You’re sure to come away with a good understanding of what God has done to bring us into a relationship with Him through His son, Jesus Christ. The end of the book has a series of study questions and the general theme of each of the 10 chapters. This is information every Christian should absorb. - Tom020666 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.00 11.50


Know Why You Believe: Connecting Faith and Reason (9-AD) This companion to Know WHAT You Believe, is now in its fifth edition with an update by the author’s wife, Marie, who added some new illus-trations. You’ll learn that, as the author states, “After 2000 years, no question is going to bring Christianity crashing.” This book is apologetics for the common man - crucial proof of the teach-ings of the Bible told in a way we all can learn from. Like the other book, the back of this book contains a list of study questions for each chapter to further explore the material presented. This is definitely an important book for every Christian.020667 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.00 11.50

WORLDVIEW

Instructional

What We Believe Series from Apologia (1-9) The statistics are dis-turbing. Teens and young adults who have been raised in the church are leaving and not returning later. Lots of them! Europe is filled with empty church buildings. Is America following her example? Researchers trying to find the reasons have conclud-ed that it isn’t enough to “just” take your child to church with you. It isn’t enough to “just” home-school. Parents must be actively involved in liv-ing/demonstrating/teaching the biblical Christian worldview. Worldview isn’t something mystical or unknowable – it’s simply the way your child (and you) looks at the world every day. Diverse beliefs about reality fill the world around us and in our emerging “global village” are coming ever closer. Christians are faced with critical questions such as: “How do we know what is true?” and “How must we live our lives in relation to the truth we come to know?” This curriculum - a four-part series - is designed to address questions like these. It is based on the biblical Christian worldview, which affirms that truth is absolute and knowable through the revelation of God. It reiterates that knowledge of God is the beginning of wisdom and the key to understanding the world around us. Apologia is providing a wonderful tool for Christian parents: user-friendly, colorful texts written in an engaging, conversational style directly to the student. A tool that can be custom-ized to any individual child or family, encourag-ing Bible reading and memory work, thoughtful examination and consideration of ideas, note-booking as a means of gathering and processing information, prayer and personal application. It is both a Bible study and a doctrinal study; but it is much more. It presents students with the opportunity and necessity of turning the light inward and then turning toward the One who is the Light. As such it does not hesitate to take on some difficult questions such as: Where am I building my life? What is God like? If God creat-ed the world, why isn’t it perfect? Why did God create me? Although this series is unique in many ways, there are also many points of overlap with the worldview materials that come from Summit

Ministries – indeed, one of the writers is a Summit staff writer. That’s good, in my opinion, as Summit Ministries has been actively pursuing the idea of worldview education for years and has developed an orderly approach to its many facets. It also means that you can expect to see a thorough and age/grade appropriate examination of all the major worldviews as well as the implications of each on different aspects of our culture. To give you an idea how all of this works togeth-er within a lesson, let’s look at lesson 6 of Who is God? (V1): “If God Created the World, Why Isn’t It Perfect?” The authors obviously understand about how to “hook” an audience because the first thing you notice as you skim through the lesson is a story about a camping trip, a recipe for S’mores Clusters (yes, they sound wonderful), and a picture of a wide screen TV. Well, the camping story introduces a father-son discussion on creation while the rest of the chapter provides the biblical and theological background – The Four Relationships of Creation. And the TV? It serves as a reminder that TV shows, movies, music and internet sites are all produced by peo-ple with worldviews and that they are powerful tools that can shape what we believe. Each Text is a beautifully done hardcover book that includes the lessons for each course. Each lesson can be covered in about two weeks, three days per week. That timetable would probably work well for a middle school student working more or less independently. However, there’s a lot of flexibility here and if you wanted to do the study as a family with multi-age children it could be slowed down considerably. Lessons follow a pattern: an overview called The Big Idea, a list of the learning objectives – What You Will Do, a short story, then Think About It (thought-provoking questions). Next is a vocab-ulary study – Words You Need to Know – and suggested Bible memory verses – Hide It in Your Heart. (Bible verses are primarily taken from the NIV although the ICB and NCV are sometimes used. Students are encouraged to read passag-es in whatever version they prefer.) The heart (and bulk) of the lesson is called “Integrated Learning” and consists of a clear presentation of the lesson contents interspersed with interesting articles (e.g. Where was the Garden of Eden? in Lesson 6, V1), biographical sketches (e.g. Fanny Crosby), illustrative artwork (often reproductions of masterpieces by Rembrandt, Velazquez, Dore, Michelangelo, and others), and Make a Note of It sections (suggestions for notebooking topics). Personal application is introduced in the What Should I Do? section along with a prayer. Each lesson concludes with Worldview in Focus – which is an ongoing study using a visual model – The House of Truth – developed by Summit Ministries. Apologia has given us a valuable course of study. I have to admit it’s courses like these that make me wish I could start my homeschooling all over again. How blessed today’s generation of homeschoolers are! Although the course could be completed with just the Text, a Bible and a notebook for each child, Apologia has prepared some additional user-friendly tools. Designed to be a keepsake record of the child’s spiritual growth through each course, the Notebooking Journals provide subtly colored, graphically designed (i.e. attractive and appealing) space to keep notes from the course content, vocabu-

lary, memory verse records, reinforcing activities and mini-books, practical applications, course reviews and thoughtful responses. These are probably most appropriate for upper elementary and middle school students as there is a fair amount of writing involved. The student is the author of this journal and a nice feature is the author’s biographical page at the end – all ready for the student to supply his information. [May I just add a “Wow!” here – these journals are amazingly and lovingly prepared.] The Coloring Books may appeal more to the younger set but there’s enough detail to bring out the artist in anyone. The to-be-colored pictures serve as review and reinforcement; sometimes depicting characters from Bible stories or biographical sketches and sometimes asking a question of personal application. You’ll want a set of high quality colored pencils like Prismacolor Scholars. The MP3 Audio CDs provide course content that can be downloaded to computers or iDevices. ~ JaniceEACH VOLUME . . . . . . . . . . .42.00 27.95EACH JOURNAL/JR JOURNAL 29.00 19.95EACH COLORING BOOK . . . . .8.00 5.75EACH MP3 AUDIO CD . . . . .29.00 23.50

009898 Volume 1: Who is God? (And Can I Really Know Him?)

Ten lessons lay the essential foundational truths upon which the biblical Christian worl-dview is built: God is truth, and He reveals His truth to people. 260 pgs, hc.

041923 V1 Notebooking Journal058362 V1 Jr. Notebooking Journal041865 V1 Coloring Book047206 V1 MP3 Audio CD

048476 Volume 2: Who Am I? (And What Am I Doing Here)

Eight lessons examine who we truly are in Christ; what it means to be made in the image of the Most High God. 262 pgs, hc.


050475 Volume 3: Who Is My Neighbor, (And Why Does He Need Me?)

Eight lessons help kids understand what it means to be salt & light to the world and encourage them to develop a Christlike ser-vant attitude. 262 pgs, hc.


053975 Volume 4: What on Earth Can I Do? Eight lessons that examine what it means to be a biblical steward in our world today; bib-lical stewards of our wealth, our resources, our time, our earth and what our account-ability to God will be.


WWBLVS ☼Set of 4 Volume Texts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .168.00 107.80


Lapbooks: What We Believe Series from Apologia (K-9) Knowledge Box Central has created colorful lapbooks to accompany each of the What We Believe worldview series courses from Apologia. Each four-folder lapbook includes an impressive array of topics from the course. These will keep your hands-on learner busy and at the same time create a lovely display and review of what has been learned throughout the year. The lapbooks for each course are available in three formats. The printed version means you (or your student) will need to cut out the mini-books, assemble them, fill in any needed information, and attach them to the file folders. The CD-ROM version provides pdf files for all the mini-books but you will need to print them in addition to the other tasks. Not sure what a lapbook is? Just take a look at the graphics on our website for the pre-assem-bled versions to get a good idea, or call one of our helpful consultants! ~ JaniceEACH CD-ROM. . . . . . . . . . . .22.99 17.95EACH PRINTED. . . . . . . . . . . .26.99 24.95027356 Who Is God? CD-ROM027360 Who Is God? Printed027364 Who Is My Neighbor? CD-ROM027386 Who Is My Neighbor? Printed

What Does the Bible Say About That? (4-8) In case you haven’t noticed, much of the English-speaking world is in the process of aban-doning the Christian faith in favor of the humanist world around them. We’re not surprised to learn that students coming from the public schools are in this category but, stunningly, the per-centages are not much better for those coming from Christian schools. Only homeschoolers are showing a difference in that trend. Why? It seems they are more likely to have received a more foundational education in Christian worldview. This easy-to-use course from Kevin Swanson and Generations With Vision will help ensure that your children have that same, secure foundation under them as they mature into more interaction with the world. Designed as a self-study course for 5th – 8th graders, there are ten (ten weeks) well laid-out lessons--each providing text, mem-ory verses, and follow-up activities, including vocabulary. Lessons cover who God is, where everything came from, ethics, your community, the family, the church, the civil government (and what good civil government is), and good law. Answers are in the back. This workbook is consumable and non-reproducible. 160 pgs, pb. ~ Janice007874 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21.95 15.95

Young Historians Introduction to Worldview (5-8) It happens to me once in awhile. I start skim-ming through a curriculum product and then realize I’ve slowed down and am reading it thor-oughly. This is one of those products. I might be inclined to call it a “practically perfect” introduc-tion to worldview. Designed as a four-lesson unit study and targeting a middle school audience, it provides instructional information, illustrative hands-on activities, and well-developed ques-tions and talking points for family discussions. The lessons move from defining worldview, to finding the commonalities between worldviews, to identifying four worldview “families” (polythe-ism, monotheism, pantheism, and naturalism) and placing the world’s religions in these fami-lies, and finally to evaluating the impact of worl-dview on history. The student is led into discov-ery: learning to think and evaluate for himself. And, perhaps most important for this age group, they are given tools by which they can continue the evaluation process. The Guide is written directly to the student with the parent serving more or less as an adminis-trator. This is an effective presentation method-ology because many parents are unfamiliar with these topics and uncertain how to present them. Here, they can become co-learners. Both the instructional segments and the hands-on activi-ties (designed to illustrate and lead the student into understanding) are well-laid out, thoroughly explained and easy to follow. The harder-to-find supplies are provided with the remainder being household/office items. Lessons include defini-tions, instruction, hands-on activities, processing explanations, review and Table Talk (guidelines for family discussion). Literature selections are used with some lessons to provide discussion points and to further clarify the instruction. The Appendix includes reproducible (for the family) copies of worksheets, literature selections, and a summary of 12 different worldviews. The “very back” of the guide includes nine cardstock pages which are used for some of the lesson activities. The curriculum packet includes the Guide plus pre-cut wrapping papers, three white boxes (flat-tened, six-inch cubes), and a pair of 3-D glasses. 87 pgs. pb. ~ Janice030157 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35.00

Worldview: A Nine-Week Study (8-12) Is your student ready for the hard questions? This study puts it this way: “Do the good ideas we find in scripture match reality better than any of the false ideas opposed to scripture?” In nine weeks of study, your student will be introduced to those questions, have the opportunity to exam-ine and think about them; talk about the different ways to respond and become much better pre-pared to give an account for the hope that is his. In the form of a devotional, each of nine weekly lessons provides a study centered around one topic (understanding worldview; nature of man; nature of God; four types of worldview; how do you know?; ideas have consequences; sacred/secular dichotomy; apologetics and evangelism; and finding your identity in Christ.) A relatively brief essay (usually around 4 pages) is followed by questions for the student to think through and answer (space is provided). The week’s study concludes with a set of discussion questions, clearly begging for interaction either as a family

or perhaps a small group of friends. Scripture references and reading assignments are integrat-ed into the questions encouraging the student to think deeply on these things for a bit rather than plowing through on a comprehension-only type of approach. Due to the devotional and discussion approach of this study, there is no answer key. Concise and to the point, but still very applica-ble and practical, this is for those who may not want to complete a really extensive course, but still want a course with good discussion topics and thoughtful questions. There are suggestions for further reading/study in both the endnotes and on the author’s website (Worldview Academy). 72 pgs, pb. ~ Janice022612 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.00 11.75

I Don’t Have Enough Faith To Be An Atheist (9-12) I Peter 3:15 says “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have,” and this book offers the information you need to prepare to give those answers. This hefty 400+ page book will prepare believers to defend their faith and offers solid research and scientific fact for those who are skeptics, from the perspective of two gentlemen who were atheists and came to Christ through evidence. This text explores the meaning of truth and the truth of religion through evidence that supports Bible content in the areas of origins, miracles and signs of God, testimony to Jesus’ life, inspiration of the Word of God, and more. The curriculum guide follows the text chapter by chapter and is designed to help students remember and under-stand the content presented in the text. This guide is published by Apologia and co-authored by Frank Turek & Chuck Winter. Frank is also one of the authors of the text, so the two books work together flawlessly for a complete one-year study of worldview and apologetics. The curricu-lum guide presents supplemental material, study questions, and activities for discussion, writing, and reflection. There is no answer key for the guide, but the author suggests that most answers can be found easily in the text, and sometimes page numbers are given to help you find them. Each lesson begins with pages to read from the text, important vocabulary with space to write their definitions, and four sections titled hook, book, look, and took. Hook is designed to get your attention and make you think; Book takes you deeper into the topic covered in the chap-ter; Look allows opportunities for the student to research assignments or other suggested activi-ties; and Took summarizes the information and helps you apply it. A DVD series has been devel-oped which features Frank Turek and enhances the content of the course, but it isn’t required to complete the course. This course is easy to read and presents argu-ments for Christianity in a truly logical fashion. Humorous anecdotes are presented to reinforce some topics, and biographical information of some very famous scientists dot the landscape of this text and curriculum. Even if you don’t want to use this as a high school course/elective, the text is an interesting read for anyone who has questions or wants to know how to defend their faith.054682 Curriculum . . . . . . . . 33.00 22.95054683 Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21.99 12.95


SUMMIT MINISTRIES PROGRAMS

Thinking Like a Christian (7-AD) Well-known for their work in the area of worldviews, this is another course from David Noebel and Chuck Edwards. In Understanding the Times, Mr. Noebel let Christianity and the other three main worldviews speak for them-selves. In a number of different topics that were compared through the filter of these different worldviews, Christianity clearly came out as the most logical, most thorough, and most truthful worldview. Now, in this study of worldviews, we take a closer look at the Christian worldview as it applies to the following areas: thinking about worldviews (what is a worldview), theol-ogy, philosophy, biology, psychology, ethics, sociology, law, politics, economics, and history. The last chapter does look at why Christians should understand other worldviews and goes on to explain briefly the Marxist/Leninist worl-dview, the Secular Humanist worldview, and the Cosmic Humanist worldview. There are a number of different components to this course which can be used independently or in a com-bined study for the best learning experience. As well as the Teaching Textbook, which is the book that contains the text for the above topics, there is a Student Journal, a DVD, and a CD Learner’s Guide (which is included in the Teaching Textbook). The chapters in the Student Journal correspond with the chapters in the Teaching Text, each chapter containing five daily exercises making this a five-days-a-week, twelve week course. This should give plenty of time for students to take in the sometimes heavy ideas which are a part of the study and understanding of worldviews. The DVD is a 60-minute long, documentary-style aid for review and summary. The 45 minute CD-ROM is an interactive format that introduces students to each week’s new topic. It has lesson plans and other resources such as creative activities, worksheets, reproduc-ible handouts, and adaptable teaching outlines. The Student Journal is consumable, and both it and the textbook have black and white photos throughout. This is a very comprehensive worl-dviews course written by people with years of experience educating Christians in what it means to have a thoroughly consistent Christian world-view. Your worldviews studies will be headed in the right direction with this set. ~ Zach020592 Student Journal . . . . .19.99 11.50020593 Textbook w/ Teacher’s Manual . . . . . . . . . . .19.99 13.95008639 DVD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95TLACPK Set of All 3 . . . . . . . .54.93 37.95

Lightbearers Worldview Curriculum (8) Lightbearers has a twofold goal. To keep the Christian student from being deceived by anti-Christian worldviews and to train him to actively live out the truth of Christianity in a culture of relativism and confusion. Summit Ministries knows how to accomplish those goals. Through the use of Bible passages, movie clips, thought-provoking films, video teaching seg-ments, reading selections, discussion questions, writing assignments, video lectures, and writing assignments the student is introduced to various worldview perspectives and drawn into a reali-zation that ideas have consequences. Although targeting a younger student (middle school),

many of the same concepts and questions are examined as the other worldview curriculum from Summit – Understanding the Times and its Sunday School counterparts, Thinking Like a Christian and Countering the Culture. There are ten units plus an introduction and conclusion covering these topics: theology, philosophy, ethics, biology, psychology, sociology, law, politics, economics, and history. Each unit is covered in a fifteen-day lesson plan that incor-porates material from the DVDs, readings from How to be Your Own Selfish Pig, and material from the student text. At all points the student is encouraged to think about, talk about, and write about what they are watching and reading. One of the most intriguing components of this course is the well-done re:View video series produced by Cedarville University. The DVDs feature short thought-provoking films and teaching segments and just like many movie DVDs, these include a director’s comment version which explains the underlying purpose and visual effects. Also included on each DVD are pdf files that include a leader’s guide, teaching scripts, and student handouts as well as PowerPoint slides. Some of this information is incorporated into the Lightbearers course and some is additional. The Homeschool Teaching Package includes everything you need for one student – Teacher Manual, Student Workbook, Teaching DVDs, and the book, How to be Your Own Selfish Pig. The softcover Student Workbook (302 pgs) provides both textual information (usually several essays per unit) and a worktext format for discussion questions, assignments, and exercises. A fif-teen day syllabus serves as a checklist for work assigned and completed. Some units include fill-in-the-blank outlines for the video lectures. The coil-bound, hardcover Teacher Manual (415 pgs) includes daily lesson plans with video and reading assignments, answers to all discussion questions, assignments, and exercises from the student work-book as well as answers to all test reviews and unit tests. The Teaching DVDs form the heart of this program. There are seven re:View DVDs, three DVDs with worldview lectures, two special production DVDs (Incredible Creatures that Defy Evolution and Who is this Jesus? Is He Risen?), one DVD of movie clips (including segments of Star Wars, The Polar Express, Bruce Almighty, and The Matrix among others) and a final DVD con-taining quizzes and tests in two formats – Word documents and pdf files. 14 DVDs in all. - Janice043977 Teaching Package . .159.00 152.95022860 Workbook only . . . . .19.95 19.75

Understanding the Faith: A Survey of Christian Apologetics (10-12)049272 Text . . . . . . . . . . . . .39.99 27.95072741 Student Manual . . . . .19.95 19.75072742 Teacher Manual. . . . .89.95 84.95

☼Understanding the Times (10-12) Ideas have consequences! For more than fifty years young Christians have been trained by Dr. David Noebel and Summit Ministries to understand the times; to recognize both the ideas that perme-ate our world cultures and their consequences as well as the appropriate biblical

response. What started as week-long intensive summer seminars grew into a year-long high school course. Revised in 2016 and now co-au-thored by Dr. Jeff Myers, the core message of this material remains the same but now reflects the most up-to-date arguments. Although tech-nically a 2nd edition, the Textbook with its 2016 copyright corresponds to the 2017 Teacher Manual and Student Manual; both technically 5th editions. The discussion-based, sequential curriculum now has digital options. Instead of accompanying DVDs as in the past, the Teacher Manual provides a code which allows the teach-er to access online videos that complement the lessons. Six worldviews are presented (expanded from the four worldviews outlined in the previous version of the Textbook): Christianity, Islam, secularism, Marxist, new spirituality, and post-modernism. Each of these worldviews has a dis-tinctive impact on theology, philosophy, ethics, biology, psychology, sociology, law, politics, economics, and history. An examination of each worldview, first by itself and then within each subject area, comprises the 16-unit study sand-wiched between an introduction (Battle of Ideas) and conclusion. Course components include a Teacher Manual w/ CD-ROM and online videos, a Student Textbook, and a Student Manual. The Teacher Manual presents detailed lessons. A variety of course schedules (what occurs each day and when assignments are due) are avail-able on the CD-ROM, although the standard schedule assumes 5 days per week for 36 weeks. Alternatives include one through four days for 36 weeks and one through five days for 18 weeks. The unit lessons include learning objec-tives, schedule of textbook readings, discussion questions, readings (primary source materials), reading discussion questions, quizzes, activities, video presentations, video discussion questions, quizzes, writing assignments, and tests. Talking points for the discussion questions and filled-in versions of the video outlines are included. Student copies (printable PDFs) of quizzes and tests are provided on the CD-ROM which accom-panies the Teacher Manual. The Textbook, subtitled A Survey of Competing Worldviews, is the cornerstone of the academic content of the course. Extensive endnotes follow each chapter, and both a Glossary and Index are provided. The Student Manual provides reading, video, and essay discussion questions along with the space needed for notes/essay answers. Primary Source readings as well as a fill-in-the-blank outline for each video presentation are likewise provided. Letters from “Doug,” a college freshman friend, form the basis for an ongoing writing assignment. All Scripture references are ESV. Textbook: 510 pgs, hc. Student Manual: 365 pgs, pb. Teacher Manual: 491 pgs, hc spi-ral-bound. ~ Janice009840 Textbook (2nd Ed). . . .39.99 24.95009838 Teacher (5th Ed) . . . . .89.95 84.95009814 Student (5th Ed) . . . . .19.95 19.75

Understanding the Culture: A Survey of Social Challenges (10-12)049257 Text . . . . . . . . . . . . .39.99 27.95072739 Student Manual . . . . .19.95 19.75072740 Teacher Manual. . . . .89.95 84.95


CORNERSTONE CURRICULUM

Starting Points (7-12) This course offers students the materials for building a biblical worldview. Besides reading and contemplating a handful of recommended books, students will have the opportunity to further form and express their own opinions through five included writing assignments. The book is composed of 33 weeks of study, divided into four different sections. For the first nine weeks, students focus on building the biblical worldview. They read How to Read Slowly, Answers for Difficult Days and Know What You Believe, answering questions and analyzing statements. This book provides worksheets with outlines and questions for students to complete. After studying these two books for seven weeks, an eighth week is devoted to the first writing assignment, an essay for the student to write about their personal worldview. An outline with specific guidelines and questions to address is included to help the student complete their essay. For the next nine weeks, students identify literature based upon the biblical worldview. In this section, students will several books and watch a couple of videos to determine if they’re based on the biblical worldview. These books include several of The Chronicles of Narnia, Frankenstein, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, and The Deadliest Monster, and the videos are It’s a Wonderful Life and The Wizard of Oz. While reading and watching these sources, students will compare and contrast key characters, places and events to biblical themes, God, and the bib-lical worldview. Thought provoking questions encourage students to think about the inspiration and meanings behind some of these writings and scripts. After completing The Chronicles of Narnia, students complete another essay about the world of Narnia. Again, an outline with aids them in their formation of ideas, topic sentences, organization, and overall layout. A third essay is written upon the completion of Frankenstein, in which readers carefully examine author Mary Shelley’s worldview following the provided out-line. Next, students read Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde and then examine Robert Louis Stevenson’s worldview through an essay. By the end of these nine weeks, students should be well equipped to evaluate whether or not literature is based on the biblical worldview. The next nine-week sec-tion is entitled Speaking the Biblical Worldview into the Culture. Students learn three approach-es for talking with non-Christians in the 21st century. Here, students resume reading Know Why You Believe and also Mere Christianity and Assumptions. Students examine the topics presented by answering question and studying the texts. Questions such as “Is Christianity Rational?” “Did Christ Rise from the Dead?” “Why Does God Allow Suffering and Evil?” and “Is Christian Experience Valid?” are discussed in Know Why You Believe. Mere Christianity presents the topics “Law of Human Nature,” “The Three Parts of Morality,” “Forgiveness,” and “Counting the Cost.” Assumptions cover issues of cultural assumptions, the value of human life, and separation of church and state. All three of these books offer extensive explanations of a wide variety of both important and founda-tional topics. The section Founding of a Nation Based Upon the Biblical Worldview includes six

weeks spent studying the book Never Before in History. This book explores the political and religious backdrop for the founding of the United States and the ideas the founding fathers used to write the Declaration and the Bill of Rights. In the second week students write their last essay, concerning political and religious backdrop. The final two weeks of the course are devoted to tying up loose ends. These chapters offer final thoughts and questions along with a short tie into the next book, World Views of the Western World. 479 pgs. - Melissa020676 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00 45.00

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WorldViews of the Western World (9-12) A comprehensive classical high school study, yet something totally different than a typical com-pilation of high school courses! OK, so exactly what is it? This question is not easily answered. Each one a year’s worth of study, these courses can best be described as a research and teaching syllabus integrating seven areas of interdisciplinary study: literature, art, music, economics, philoso-phy/theology, science, and government. Written directly to the student, the author, David Quine, has a stated threefold purpose: 1) to give students the ability to stand against the thoughts and ideas of the secular culture, 2) to give students an ade-quate and logical defense for the hope they have within them, and 3) to give students the ability to take the truth of Christianity into the various disci-plines. While this may sound both desirable and lofty, these volumes provide the framework for the study to equip students to accomplish the goals. The syllabus includes a weekly teaching over-view, study notes, commentaries, outlines, short essay questions, and essay questions. Drawing from a vast list of resources and incorporating them into an in-depth examination of the under-lying and surrounding worldview, the study is organized around the progression of Christianity through history. Special attention is given to the writings of Dr. Frances Schaeffer, and his video/book series, How Shall We Then Live, forms the study’s core and the perspective through which historical, literary, artistic, and musical works are examined. Completion of all three volumes pro-duces the equivalent of three credits in literature (ancient, medieval, modern), and one credit each in composition, philosophy/theology, music histo-ry and appreciation, art history and appreciation, western civilization, humanities, world history, American history, American government, politi-cal theory, and science history. An experienced

observer would quickly note that only math and lab sciences (and perhaps foreign language) are needed to round out a high school transcript. The organization and flow of these courses are excellent. Graphics and presentation are orderly and appealing. The author’s commentary and instruction is practical and invaluable. One small quibble I have is the bound format. I would be sorely tempted to remove the binding, hole-punch the pages, and place them into a binder. In fact, since the student is expected to write directly into the worktexts, which are each a massive 1 - 2” thick, it’s the only workable plan (in my opinion), although the author prefers the idea of the student completing these worktexts as a resource. As I consider the possibility of using these with my students (wistfully, since all are past high school), I’m troubled by the lack of any sort of answer key. While a typical answer key might not be practical since answers tend to be short or long essays, nevertheless some talking points would have been greatly appreciated. While any student would undoubtedly profit greatly from completing the work on his own, nevertheless it would seem that at least part of the value would be in family discussions. Without the author’s expertise or an ability to keep up with the reading, much of the material covered is daunting, and only an intrep-id or determined parent will venture into those waters. ~ Janice EACH VOLUME . . . . . . . . . .150.00 135.00013180 Year I: The Birth of Christianity013181 Year II: The Grandeur of Christianity013182 Year III: The Shift away from Christianity

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☼Worldviews in Conflict (9-12) Worldviews can be a very heavy topic, but students should be prepared for what they will face at the college level and beyond. Society has taken a turn away from God in favor of other belief systems. How do students begin to under-stand what they, and others believe? Because they have so many unanswered questions, many Christians walk away from their faith and begin doubting God’s Word. Students need to listen analytically and learn to question the ‘great thinkers’ who have helped to shape our society and thinking. They need to go into the world prepared for the worldview battle they will encounter. The Student Text tackles explanations of today’s worldviews and conflicts. Chapters 3 through 15 treat Worldviews in Philosophy, chapters 16 through 20 covers Worldviews in Literature, and chapter 21 is Worldviews in Culture. Worldviews in Philosophy addresses the thinking of great phi-losophers – Thomas Aquinas, René Descartes, John Locke, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Karl Marx, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Jeremy Bentham, Charles Darwin, Friedrich Nietzsche, John Dewey, and Jean-Paul Sartre. In these chapters, students will also learn about the conflict for Christianity from history – this is not a new battle front. Worldviews in Literature includes William Shakespeare, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Mark Twain, Ernest Hemingway, and John Steinbeck. You will

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learn about their worldviews and their works, along with the message their writings convey. Worldviews in Culture (Chapter 21) is also titled Pandora’s Machine – a review of the past 50 years: “someone must have opened Pandora’s Box.” With a current copyright, chapter 21 addresses pop stars and celebrities that will be well-known to many students – Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, and the Beatles, to name a few. Many peo-ple preach a message that is counter to what the Bible teaches, yet we may choose to listen and accept their words. Students and parents alike can benefit from learning to analyze the content of their messages. 632 pgs, hc. The Teacher Guide guides the parent and student through the content of this course. A weekly lesson schedule lays out a schedule of 3 days per week (30 to 45 minutes per lesson) to equal a one-year course (one credit) in Cultural Philosophy. The schedule also provides space to write due dates and grades for each assignment. Answer keys, worksheets, and tests are also found in the teacher guide, perforated for easy remov-al and 3-hole punched for notebook storage. Worksheets are labeled at the top of the page with the day on which it is to be done and the corre-sponding chapter. These might include vocabu-lary, study questions, and application questions. There are five essay assignments with a word range of 750 to 1000. There are five exams to be taken throughout the course that include a variety of questions – matching, multiple choice, short answer, fill-in-the-blank, identification, ordering of events, and true/false. 298 pgs, pb. Help your students be prepared for what is beyond home and church by teaching them to question and analyze – prepare them for the bat-tle for their mind and soul. ~ Donna068996 Text . . . . . . . . . . . . .49.99 36.95068997 Teacher Guide. . . . . .24.99 18.75

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Answers for Difficult Days: Surviving the Storm of Secularism (7-12) “We are no longer to be children, tossed here and there by waves, and carried about by every wind of doctrine, by the trickery of men, by craft-iness in deceitful scheming: but speaking the truth in love.” (Eph. 4:14). This powerful study from the Word of God guides the reader in developing an appropri-ate and accurate world view, and equips him to answer such vital questions as:

¾ Is there a God? If so, what is He like? ¾ What is the nature of the universe and its

origin? ¾ What is the essential nature of man? ¾ What is the basis of ethics and morality? ¾ What is the cause of evil and suffering? ¾ What happens to man at death? ¾ What is the meaning of history?

Author David Quine (Let Us Highly Resolve) challenges Christians to thoroughly examine the Scriptures for the answers to these questions, and to use the Biblical world view as the standard for making personal decisions and evaluating the thoughts and ideas of others. ~ Rachel014249 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00 7.20

How to Be Your Own Selfish Pig (7-AD) Susan Schaeffer Macaulay grew up in L’Abri in Switzerland which was founded by her parents, Frank and Edith Schaeffer. The Schaeffers wanted to provide a place where people could come to get away from the outside world and think about, read, and discuss the big issue of life - the pur-pose of their life in this world. The ultimate goal was to lead people to God, or to strengthen their relationship with God. Susan and her husband Ranald were carrying on the work of her parents in England when this book was written in 1982. The book is a basic overview of worldviews. In its 12 short chapters, we meet various people with divergent viewpoints about God: the God of the Bible; the God who would never send any-one to hell; there is no god; there are many gods; the physical world is just an illusion; and what-ever you believe is OK as long as you believe it sincerely. We also see why believing in the God of the Bible is the only view that makes sense. I used this book for devotions with our four oldest kids for about three weeks. They now understand that knowing what a person believes will enable each of us to be a more effective witness to that person. Now, to put it into practice...043976 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.95

Deadliest Monster: Introduction to Worldviews (8-AD) This may be my new favorite worldview book. Author J.F. Baldwin compares worldviews to the characters of Frankenstein and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Frankenstein’s monster represents all other worldviews which believe man is innately good. Jekyll and Hyde represent the Christian worldview which believes man is born in sin. Christians, members of the “Hyde” crowd, must know what they believe and what sets Christianity apart from other worldviews. The author gives a brief overview of different world-views in understandable language, so that even the beginner can understand this complex topic. Interesting real-life stories are used to drive home the different lessons. He discusses blind faith, good works and selfishness in relation to all the worldviews. Does your worldview require you to be selfish and look out for number one, or does it call you to show mercy and live a selfless, sacrificial life? This book will cause you to ask questions about things you see and hear in the world around you; moreover it will help you understand why you believe certain things. Are you most like Frankenstein or Hyde? 271 pgs, pb. – Donna041880 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.85

The Best Things in Life (9-AD) What would happen if Socrates returned to the present and showed up on the college campus of Desperate State University? What would he think about the modern world? This imaginative book by Peter Kreeft invites you to sit in on con-versations that Socrates has with Peter Pragma and Felicia Flake. Each character has six short Socratic dialogues examining contemporary val-ues like success, power, and pleasure through-topics such as money, God, sex, government, music, and objective truth. This page-turner poses simple, yet perplexing philosophy within each conversation that will stimulate ethical and moral reflection. Kreeft’s humor is a little corny, but his presentation of questions and conclusions

is mind-opening and spirit-challenging. I thor-oughly enjoyed this thought-provoking book. My only criticism is that the dialogues contain a lot of fluff before getting to the “meat.” I suppose it would take me a while to reach a conclusion too if I was being questioned by one of the greatest thinkers of all time! 190 pgs, pb. – elise007968 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17.00 12.50

Unaborted Socrates (9-AD) This book by Peter Kreeft takes such a unique approach to the abortion debate that people will enjoy reading. In it, Socrates has traveled in time to modern Athens to discuss the issue of abortion with a variety of people. He first talks to a doctor who performs abortions, then to a philosopher at a pro-choice convention, then to a psychologist who is also pro-choice. Socrates uses his logical technique to avoid emotional arguments and discuss rational objections to abortion. He makes some pretty good points while talking to experts in the abortion field. The discussions read like a play, with lots of bantering and fun dialogue. Lots of humor is added to keep the reader from growing tired of the debate, but the topic is still approached seriously and scrupulously. Some of the questions debated include “Is abortion a woman’s right?” “When does human life begin?” and “Should we legislate morality?” A great book for anyone interested in logical and phil-osophical arguments against abortion. 156 pgs, pb. - Rachel007970 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17.00 12.50

How Should We Then Live? (11-AD) Here is one of the classic Christian worldview books, written by Francis Schaeffer, the founder of L’Abri Fellowship in Switzerland. This book delves into a variety of subjects ( philosophy, reli-gion, history, art and music), discussing different viewpoints but arguing for the Biblical viewpoint. In an article on teaching worldviews (Practical Home Schooling, Sep/Oct 1996), Cathy Duffy says that she uses this book to review and tie ideas together after discussing a topic. However, she warns not to just turn a high school student loose with the book, since the student would not have the necessary background to understand it. A great resource to teach a Christian worldview.003345 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21.99 15.50

How Should We Then Live DVD (7-AD) What a blessing to have this series available on DVD. Both timeless and prophetic in its content, Dr. Frances Schaeffer prepared this series in the late 1970s. It’s just as valuable today as a study of western civilization (art, culture, architec-ture, morals, law, and political life) and as an examination of western thought and philosophy. Used as a spine or recommended resource for a number of history/worldview courses, it’s also a stand-alone “seminar.” The two DVD set includes a ten part lecture series; each lecture about 30 minutes. Don’t expect a talking head, though. Ancient cultural and historical artifacts, art masterpieces, on-location cinematography, and Dr. Schaeffer’s inimitable style complete with Swiss native costume, make these DVDs an enjoyable learning experience that bridges the decades. ~ Janice044832 Teacher/Student. . . . .29.99 23.95


Assumptions that Affect Our Lives (AD) All one needs to do is open the newspaper, listen to a political debate, watch a recent Hollywood film, or pay attention to any num-ber of other things involving, or composed by, humans to understand that at the basis of every idea and thought are certain assumptions. These assumptions, and the beliefs that are connect-ed to them, are, in essence, the worldview of the person holding them. This book, then, is essentially a look at worldviews and the values that spring from them to influence behavior and shape the culture in which we live. Author Christian Overman traces foundational assump-tions all the way back to the ancient Greeks and examines the assumptions held in five key areas – God, creation, humanity, moral order, and purpose. The overall goal of the book is to “…help people better understand the times in which we live – so we will know what to do…” as in I Chronicles 12:32. A very practical and down-to-earth book that really brings an awareness of just how important those deeply held thoughts are. Chapters end with a short summary and a hand-ful of thought provoking discussion questions. 192 pgs, pb. ~ Zach019881 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.00 15.95

PHILOSOPHY

☼On the Nature of Things (Lucretius) (7-AD)Lucretius was a Roman poet and philosopher from the first century. His great didactic poem, De Rerum Natura (On the Nature of Things), theorizes that natural causes, not divine interven-tion, are the forces behind earthly phenomena. Lucretius does not deny the existence of gods, but he considers them unconcerned with human affairs. This classic philosophical work covers topics such as the motion of atoms and natural phenomena as well as assertions regarding free will and the soul. 236 pgs, pb. ~ Lisa046092 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.99 9.50

Consequences of Ideas (9-AD) Idea – “a concept developed by the mind; a conception of what is desirable or ought to be.” Although some ideas may seem fleeting and intangible, the effects can shape the world. R.C. Sproul offers the thought that philosophers since early time have shaped our world, and being familiar with their ideas will help us influence this culture for Christ. He traces philosophy from ancients to modern day – Plato and Aristotle to Darwin and Freud. The ideas of these thinkers have influenced generations of people and the consequences are lasting. R.C. Sproul looks at the ideas of these men through the lens of scrip-ture as he points out the good and bad effects of their thoughts, and the consequences of their teachings. This book doesn’t offer a comprehen-sive list of all philosophers through time, but it offers enough of the bigger names in the field to understand the point Mr. Sproul is making. There really are consequences to ideas, as the ideas of the past have influenced our present, they will also affect our future. 224 pgs, pb. ~ Donna 046506 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.99 11.95

☼Republic (10-AD) This classic work by the Greek philosopher Plato explores the issue of morality, with arguments and insights into other areas of philosophy as

well. Politics, education, guardians’ duties, and happiness are just a few of the topics covered as Socrates engages in dialogue with members of the community. An introduction and bibliogra-phy are located in the front of the book, while the back contains extensive explanatory notes keyed to references in the text. Also included are textual notes regarding variations in Greek trans-lation, and an index of names. Translated with an introduction and notes by Robin Waterfield. 475 pgs, pb. ~ Lisa016504 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.95 8.25

COMPARATIVE RELIGIONS

The Religions Book (4-AD) Subtitled, Big Ideas Simply Explained. Beginning with pre-written history, this DK book chronolog-ically provides in-depth discussions on major religions (approximately 30 pages each), starting with primal and ancient classical beliefs. Then, the book discusses 5 major world religions (Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam). A discussion of modern religions from the 15th century also expands on such reli-gions as Sikh, Cargo cults, Scientology, Wicca, Unitarian Universalism, the Church of Latter Day Saints and more. Key elements of each religion are discussed from a secular viewpoint, while maintaining a fairly balanced interpretation. For each major religion, a timeline, photo-graphs, diagrams, major religious leaders and key themes are explained. Note: parents may wish to examine illustrations for age appropriateness, particularly in the primal and ancient religion discussions. 352 pp, with dust jacket, hc. ~ Ruth061060 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25.00 17.50

World Religions and Cults (7-AD) There are so many religions and cults in the world. How do you know where to begin trying to understand them? An introduction written by Bodie Hodge and Ken Ham in Volume 1, explains the criteria used to determine whether a belief system is false – there are only two cate-gories, God’s and Not God’s. Those that are not of God, are of man. The first three chapters of Volume 1 are about defending the Christian faith and an explanation of Biblical Christianity. Each volume is divided into chapters written by a broad range and variety of authors. Each chapter strives to give a brief history of that reli-gion/cult and their basic beliefs. At the end of each chapter, a chart lists a summary of what is believed about God, Authority/Revelation, Man, Sin, Salvation, and Creation by that particular group. Belief systems are divided into catego-ries, then placed in the appropriate book. The authors acknowledge that some of these could be in several categories, but they went with their best judgement. Volume 1 is Counterfeits of Christianity, Volume 2 is Moralistic, Mythical, and Mysticism Religions, and Volume 3 is

Atheistic and Humanistic Religions. Volume 1 includes chapters on Roman Catholicism, Eastern Orthodoxy, Islam, Jehovah’s Witness, Judaism, Mormonism, Baha’i Faith, Deism, Satanism, Freemasonry, Zoroastrianism, World Wide Church of the Creator, and Unification Church. Volume 2 includes an over-view of Eastern Mysticism Religions, New Age Movement, Taoism, Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism, Overview of Moralistic and Mythological Religions, Paganism, Voodooism, Wicca and Witchcraft, Druidism, Animism, Egypt’s Ancient Religion, Norse and Germanic Mythology, Syncretism in Latin American Religions, Greek Mythology, Stoicism, Shinto, Buddhism, Confucianism, Unitarianism, The Gospel and World Religions. Volume 3 includes an over-view of secular and atheistic religions, Atheism, Agnosticism, Secular Humanism, Nazism, Scientology, Communism, Postmodernism, Epicureanism and Evolutionary Religions, Dualism and the Types of Religions, Christian Syncretism with Evolution and Other Belief Systems (Compromise), Religion of Naturalism, Materialism, Empiricism, and Afterlife (What must I do to be saved?). As a general overview of belief systems, these could be used as a reference for comparative reli-gion – a reference for your home library. Written from conservative protestant perspectives, you may not agree with all the comments found in this series, and may be offended by some of the authors’ views. 065166 Volume 1 . . . . . . . . .15.99 12.75027294 Volume 2 . . . . . . . . .17.99 13.95044942 Volume 3 . . . . . . . . .15.99 12.75067955 ☼Poster . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 7.99

This timeline poster shows all groups present-ed in the series World Religions and Cults. There are no specific dates assigned, just time periods. The timeline is presented with God’s Word at the top/core and branching out to the different groups as they appeared in history. Measures 24” W x 40” H.

Christianity & World Religions (7-AD) As Christians, understanding the impact of other world religions is vital to our ability to reach out to a lost world. Whether you desire to recognize the influence of other religions in our multicultural society or want to prepare your young people to interact with diverse beliefs in the college or work environment, this book will equip you with the foundational knowledge imperative to understanding the biblical message and conflicting belief systems. The book begins by explaining the six most influential stories of the world that rival the Christian story: Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism and Daoism (Taoism), Judaism, and Islam. The chapters focus on six main aspects of each religion: the beginning of the story (what they believe about the creation of the world), historical origin, religious writings, beliefs, worship practices, and the point of con-tact-how Christians can engage followers in con-versation. The second section takes a deeper look at the Biblical response to other religions along with a survey of literature from Christian theolo-gians today. Discussion questions and additional resources conclude each chapter. For readers who would like to gain a deeper understanding of the material, additional projects, essays and

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worldview questions are found in the appendix. The appendix provides families or Bible study groups a way to engage students in learning to apply and evaluate the material. Other features include online links to religious writings and a guide of helpful information if you would elect to visit a non-Christian worship service. While not a required part of this study, the author believes this experience better prepares us as Christians to share Christ’s love. Helpful charts, a comprehen-sive glossary, and engaging personal stories make this a must have resource for mission-minded families or for families who want to be able to have an impact in their own neighborhood. 215 pgs, pb. ~ Deanne036810 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.99 12.95

Christianity, Cults & Religions Pamphlet (7-AD) This fold out chart compares the beliefs of no fewer than 17 religions and cults from around the world (Mormonism, Jehovah’s Witnesses, Armstrongism, Unification Church, Christian Science, Unity, Spiritualism, Scientology, New Age, Judaism, Hinduism, Hare Krishna, Transcendental Meditation, Buddhism, Nichiren Shoshu Buddhism, Islam, and Baha’i) with Biblical Christianity on 8 important points. These points are: key person or founder, date, location; key writings; who is God; who is Jesus; who is the Holy Spirit; how to be saved; what happens after death; and other beliefs or practices. You will have a very good idea of where these reli-gions and cults stand after reading through this clear pamphlet. Complementary to any study of religions. ~ Zach017370 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.99 2.95

MISSIONS

Window on the World: When We Pray God Works (PK-AD) Want a great resource to help introduce your chil-dren to some of the coun-tries and people groups throughout the world? This book, in each two page spread, will do just that! Our introduction to Hazara, for example, had the following: a history telling us that the Hazara people are descendants of Genghis Khan’s army, a piece on life in Hazarajat (the region in Afghanistan where the Hazara live), color photo-graphs of people and places, a factfile containing facts about where Hazaras live and how many there are in the world, a story about a Hazara refugee who became a Christian convert, two maps, a Did You Know? piece on the religion of the Hazara, a list of things we can thank God for (one item on the list was the Christian radio pro-grams in Dari, a language most Hazara people know) and a list of things we should ask God for. Other people we learn about include Gypsies, New Zealanders, Azerians, Greecians, Jolas, Refugees and Street Children (in general), and Uruguayans etc. While reading about terrible cruelties and conditions in other countries, the book still maintains an amazing optimism as it shares answered prayers in various countries and faith in God. 221 pgs, pb. ~ Genevieve013796 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 18.50

I Heard Good News Today (K-8) Fascinating stories of how the Good News of Jesus Christ has been spread since the time of Christ. These great stories would be a good read aloud for the whole family to help children understand the importance of being a witness of the Good News. I Heard Good News Today: Stories for Children shares stories beginning with Mary Magdalene, the first to see Jesus after his death; Philip, Peter, Cornelius, and Paul – mis-sionaries in the Bible; and then retells stories of early missionaries and missionaries to many different countries up through the 20th century. You will read about some more famous mission-aries like Ann & Adoniram Judson, Mary & David Livingstone, and St. Patrick. You will also read the stories of lesser known people, but their sto-ries are just as dynamic. This book is 140 pages of good reading. I Heard the Good News: Big Life and I Heard the Good News: Faith Adventures with God are more contemporary stories. The stories in Big Life are all based on the stories of missionaries from Big Life Ministries and are written by a 14-year-old homeschooled girl named Charissa Roberson. Faith Adventures with God are stories from Dan Hitzhusen. Dan leads teams of people on short-term mission trips to other countries to work with national Christians. These two vol-umes are 186 pages each. These books will get your family and others excited about the possibil-ities to spread the Good News. ~ Donna065376 Stories for Children . .19.99 16.75065374 Big Life. . . . . . . . . . .19.99 16.75065375 Faith Adv w/ God . . .19.99 16.75

Operation World (7th Ed.) (9+)Learn geography on your knees! This unique book, updated and revised in 2005, combines information about every country in the world with an intercessory prayer request for that coun-try. Statistical information such as population, economics, political structure, and percent of population by religion is provided. Prayer needs for each country are then listed.005812 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27.00 19.50

Individual Missions Stories

The Gods Must Be Angry (K-3) Sport’s Day is a very special day at Bradit’s school in Thailand. Track events, jumping, team games, ball games and a marching band all converge for a one-day celebration. Bradit is enthralled with the band and hopes to one day become the leader of the school band, marching up and down the playing field in a great cere-mony. As he pretend plays at being the band major at home, disaster strikes! His stick flies high and knocks the head off the Happy Idol on his parent’s idol shelf. Initially he tries to cover his sin, but his father quickly realizes that Bradit is to blame and disciplines him. The next day, as his father returns to work the rice paddy, he ponders the bad luck to come from Bradit’s mis-hap when questions arise in his mind: “Why did the idol break if was a real god?” “Why couldn’t the Happy Idol fix himself?” Providentially, God brings him to a neighbor, who introduces him to the real, true God and His Son, Jesus Christ. Simple illustrations accompany this true story of salvation in a Thai family. 29 pgs, pb. ~ Deanne022131 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.95

New Toes for Tia (K-3) Young Tia’s feet were severely burned at a young age. Her family was too poor to call for a real doctor, so they tried herbal remedies and called a spirit doctor, but to no avail. Her feet and toes were damaged to the point that they were ugly and scarred. They caused her pain when she walked and made her the victim of other children’s relentless teasing. Life seemed very dim and hopeless for little Tia, until farangs (foreigners) came to her village in Thailand. They spoke of a God called Prajow and all about what Prajow’s son had done for them. Tia was excited when the farangs spoke of how Prajow was a God that could heal diseases. Could He help her? Simple ink and watercolor illustrations accompany the detailed text throughout this thir-ty-one page, paperback book. Based on a true story, your children are sure to enjoy this book that shows God’s power to not only take care of people’s physical needs, but their spiritual needs as well. – elise039748 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.95

God Speaks Numanggang (PK-3) Stories of traveling to different lands and trans-lating the Bible into different languages always excite readers. David Hazell from My Father’s World explores the story of the Hynum family and their journey to the Numanggang people in Papa New Guinea. This family left the United States with their four children and learned the language of the Numanggang people, eventually translating the Bible into the language. Written to a younger audience, this book is full of pic-tures and large print. 44 pgs, pb. – John035886 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.95 7.25

Catching Their Talk in a Box (3-AD) This book follows the story of missionary Joy Ridderhoff from her childhood days through her missionary labors which she dedicated to God. Joy Ridderhoff started off as a missionary to the Honduras until she got the call to spread the Word to as many people as she could. She started a ministry called Gospel Records and traveled around the world, recording the gospel in as many native languages and dialects as she could. Through this whole book, readers will be amazed at the difficulties she faces, the hardships she endures, and most of all, the way God comes through at every time of need. An inspirational, true story of a woman who relied on God and was able to accomplish great things through Him. ~ Megan019617 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00 4.50

Brinkman Adventures (3-AD) As a family who grew up on Adventures in Odyssey and Jonathan Park, I had high expec-tations of this new audio series and I was not disappointed! Edge of your seat adventures, well-told stories, a little humor and a whole lot of God’s love come together to engage and captivate listeners of all ages. Based on the lives of real missionaries (names changed), although some elements are tastefully dramatized. While evangelism is the central theme, this series explores other Biblical concepts including trust-ing God, seeking first the Kingdom of God, God our Provider, obedience, prayer, the importance of the body of Christ and many others. A won-derful resource to strengthen important Christian


beliefs in a fresh and exciting way for older elementary children and adults! Seasons 1-4 contain 4 CDs with 12 episodes while Seasons 5-6 contain 2 CDs with 6 episodes. ~DeanneEACH SET (except noted). . . . .39.99 29.95005508 Season 1 039837 Season 3005541 Season 2 036745 Season 4036747 Season 5 . . . . . . . . . .24.95 18.95003672 ☼Season 6 . . . . . . . .24.99 18.95

Tales of Persia (4-8) Of course we don’t call it Persia anymore. William Miller spent 40 years as a missionary to the Muslim country of Iran, beginning in 1919 at a mission hospital. We often hear of the difficulty of missions work in Muslim countries, but in this book we meet people who heard and responded to the good news of Jesus Christ. And we learn much of the culture of the Middle East. 163 pgs, pb.040699 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11.99 9.50

International Adventures (6-AD) These are true stories about some very remark-able people and the amazing work that God has done through their lives and ministries. Taking you on a trip around the world to many different cultures, religions, and lifestyles, these books really show the international aspect of the work-ing to fulfill the Great Commission. ~ Zach037531 Bruchko . . . . . . . . . .14.99 10.95

This now classic missionary story by Bruce Olson tells the true story of his life. It shares his conflicted religious upbringing in a Lutheran church and his finding a new church as a teenager, even though it caused friction in his family. It shares how he was called to become a missionary, the steps (emotional, spiritual, and physical) he took to prepare himself, and how he ended up with the Motilone Indians. It tells the amazing story of how he, at the young age of 19, was captured by the Indians and how he over-came disease, terror, loneliness, and torture to bring the love of Christ to the tribal peo-ple. The way in which he submerged himself into the lives of the people has become a model that most missionaries to tribal areas follow to this day. 192 pgs, pb.

017400 Living on Devil’s Doorstep. . . . . . . . . .14.99 11.25

Be inspired by the work of Floyd McClung as he endeavors to take the message of the Gospel to people in the midst of sin and evil. From India to Kabul, Afghanistan, and eventually to Amsterdam, this is the story of the McClung family’s ministry to lost souls in places others feared to tread.

008381 Peace Child. . . . . . . .14.99 10.95Into a primitive tribal setting where decep-tion and treachery are the marks of a real warrior, venture Don and Carol Richardson - equipped with the message of the Gospel. But what do they find? The headhunters of Irian Jaya have more admiration for Judas than for Jesus - betrayal is better than sacrifice. It takes the discovery of a tribal custom - the Peace Child - before the Sawi can understand the Gospel. Written by Don Richardson himself; includes an epilogue update on the Sawi people 30 years after the events recorded here. 256 pgs, pb.

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☼Kisses from Katie (2-8) This book is a true inspiration to love others and serve the poor in the areas and commu-nities we are called to serve. Eighteen-year-old Katie Davis desired to live intentionally for Jesus Christ. She went on a mission trip to Uganda during her senior year in high school and fell in love with the country and the people. After her high school graduation, she left her comfortable life and family in Tennessee and moved to the country of Uganda for good. Filled with stories of faith, courage, and obedience, this book will encourage and exhort you to live your life with a purpose. ~ Gina069488 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99 11.50

HEROES OF THE FAITH

Series / Collections

Little Lights Biographies (PK-3) These easy-to-read biographies are great for introducing young readers to different Christians who have made a great impact in the world. Each shares a bit about their childhood and then shows how they used their life to help others and serve God. Simple words and short sentences (with colorful illustrations on every page) make these books captivating to children. Books vary, but are about 24 pgs, hc. ~ RachelEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.99 5.95053746 John Calvin: What Is the Truth?023272 Amy Carmichael: Can Brown Eyes Be Made Blue?053747 Martin Luther: What Should I Do?023297 Hudson Taylor: Could Somebody Pass the Salt?

Christian Heroes for Young Readers (1-4) You may be familiar with Youth with a Mission’s (YWAM) older student Christian biography series. Now your younger ones can also learn from 19th-20th century Christian missionaries and notables with this charming series from YWAM. Each 6 1/2x8 1/4” book is filled with vibrant and appealing illustrations. All stories are told in qua-train, rhymed stanzas. The poetry format works well for even your nonreaders. Introduce your children to the strong faith and godly examples of men and women who’ve gone before. Activity guides to accompany each book are available from the publisher. 32 pp, hc. ~ RuthEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.99 6.75064701 Adoniram Judson064702 Amy Carmichael064703 Brother Andrew064704 C.S. Lewis064706 Corrie Ten Boom064708 David Livingstone064709 Eric Liddell064710 George Mueller064713 Gladys Aylward064714 Hudson Taylor064715 Jim Elliot064716 Jonathan Goforth064717 Loren Cunningham064718 Lottie Moon064719 Mary Slessor064721 Nate Saint064722 William Carey

☼Potter’s Wheel Books (2-4) This series of uplifting and informative biogra-phies for children will expose them to the lives of men and women who have made a positive impact upon the world for Christ. Readers will not only learn about believers who are well known personalities, but also lesser known fig-ures who have been faithful where God placed them. Each volume has large print, but no illus-trations. These books would be a great addition to any study of church history or to add your local church library. 128 pgs, pb. ~ Mike EACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.99 196873 #1, Fanny Crosby: Queen of Gospel Songs

The inspiring story of a woman who over-came great physical hardships, including an accident that left her blind, to become a truly great and godly hymn writer.

038846 #2, Joy Ridderhof: Voice Catcher Around the World

The story of a young woman who dedicated her life to having the Word of God recorded in as many languages as possible so those from many lands could hear the truth of Scripture.

038843 #3, George Mueller: Pickpocket to Praying Provider

Read about the life of George Mueller, a man from England who ministered to orphans and widows while trusting God to supply for his work.

067800 #4, Brother Yun: Heavenly Man of ChinaLearn about the life of a brave man used by God to build the Kingdom of Christ in China.

Christian Biographies for Young Readers (2-7) Sometimes it’s hard to find high-quality biogra-phies written at a level that appeals to children. These beautifully illustrated hardcover books were written specifically with young readers in mind, but I suspect adults will enjoy these, too. They present a good mixture of story with history, in a simple and straightforward style, with pictures on almost every page. In each of them, you’ll read through the subject’s life, from his childhood (with some background on the context of current events) to his conversion and ministry to his death and legacy. While not all of them are about reformers per se, I can see these books as being a welcome addition to a study on the Reformation, since each person could be viewed as related to that period in some way. Approx. 62-64 pgs. each, hc. ~ ChadEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .18.00 12.95053631 Athanasius053632 Augustine of Hippo071012 ☼Irenaeus of Lyon039021 John Knox071389 ☼John Newton010743 Jonathan Edwards 055034 Lady Jane Grey071013 ☼Martin Luther071014 ☼Peter Martyr Vermigli


Hidden Stories & Heroes (2-7) Introduce children to the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ! Each of the true stories in this series teaches children about the God who came to set the captives free. Within the pages of these books are stories of men and women, previously enslaved to religion and works, tribal spirits and traditions, witch doctors and cannibalism. Books cover missionary efforts across the world, making this an excellent read aloud to supplement your geography and history studies. Well written, chil-dren and adults will again be captivated by the power of salvation. Includes a Thinking Further section with Scripture reference and discussion questions. 143-172 pgs, sc. ~ DeanneEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.99 6.95017045 Good News Must Go Out (African Republic)017047 Lights in a Dark Place (Columbia)017055 Return of the White Book (SE Asia)017115 With Two Hands (Ethiopia)017142 Witness Men (Papua Indonesia)

Ten Boys/Girls Series (3-6) There are many inspirational men and women whom God used to shape our world. However, before they became men and women, they were boys and girls! These books are written in an interesting manner sure to capture any child’s attention. In each chapter, a short biography of each person’s life is given, making sure to highlight the facts that pertain to the theme of the book. At the end of the chapter, a short guide sums up the story and gets your child thinking and praying! Ten Boys/Girls Who Changed the World focuses on boys and girls who grew up to be servants of God and faithfully complete the missions set forth before them. Ten Boys/Girls Who Didn’t Give In shares inspiring sto-ries of men and women who weren’t afraid to die for their faith. Ten Boys/Girls Who Made a Difference highlights the lives of those who did amazing things to change the church and mis-sions. Ten Boys/Girls Who Made History shows how their childhood led them to become pastors, missionaries, and founders of Christian organiza-tions. Ten Boys/Girls Who Used Their Talents features men and women who put to good use the talents and gifts they were given by God to do things for His kingdom. Maybe the stories of these kids will inspire your children to make a difference, too. 150+ pgs, pb. – eliseEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.99 6.95000816 Ten Boys Who Changed the World

Billy Graham, Brother Andrew, John Newton, George Muller, Nicky Cruz, William Carey, David Livingstone, Adoniram Judson, Eric Liddell, and Luis Palau.

000821 Ten Girls Who Changed the WorldGladys Aylward, Mary Slessor, Isobel Kuhn, Elizabeth Fry, Jackie Pullinger, Amy Carmichael, Joni Eareackson Tada, Catherine Booth, Corrie Ten Boom, and Evelyn Brand.

038353 Ten Boys Who Didn’t Give InPolycarp, Alban, Sir John Oldcastle, Thomas Cranmer, George Wishart, James Chalmers, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Nate Saint, Ivan Moiseyev, and Graham Staines.

038356 Ten Girls Who Didn’t Give InBlandia, Perpetua, Lady Jane Grey, Anne Askew, Lysken Dirks, Marion Harvey, Margaret Wilson, Judith Weinberg, Betty Stam, and Esther John.

038354 Ten Boys Who Made a DifferenceAugustine, John Knox, Martin Luther, John Calvin, Jan Hus, Hugh Latimer, Ulrich Zwingli, William Tyndale, Thomas Chalmers, and Lord Saftesbury.

038357 Ten Girls Who Made a DifferenceKatherine Luther, Behan Lloyd-Jones, Sabina Wurmbrand, Susanna Wesley, Ann Judson, Edith Schaeffer, Ruth Bell Graham, Monica of Thagaste, Susannah Spurgeon, and Maria Taylor.

000168 Ten Boys Who Made HistoryRobert Murray McCheyne, Martyn Lloyd Jones, George Whitefield, Charles Spurgeon, Jonathan Edwards, Samuel Rutherford, D.L. Moody, Billy Sunday, A.W. Tozer, and John Owen.

005038 Ten Girls Who Made HistoryFlorence Nightingale, Henrietta Mears, Mary Jane Kinnaird, Elizabeth Elliot, Ida Scudder, Betty Green, Jeanette Li, Bessie Adams, Emma Dryer, and Lottie Moon.

038355 Ten Boys Who Used Their TalentsPaul Brand, Ghillean Prance, C.S. Lewis, C.T. Studd, Wilfred Grenfell, J.S. Bach, James Clerk Maxwell, Samuel Morse, George Washington Carver, and John Bunyan.

038358 Ten Girls Who Used Their TalentsHelen Roseveare, Maureen McKenna, Annie Lawson, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Sarah Edwards, Selina – the Countess of Huntingdon, Mildred Cable, Katie Ann MacKinnon, Patricia St. John, and Mary Verghese.

050248 Ten Boys Box Set. . . .39.99 27.50050249 Ten Girls Box Set . . .39.99 27.50

Trail Blazers Christian Biographies (4-9) This series captures the hearts of men and women who loved God above all else. Each book details the life of a missionary or other worker for God from their childhood all the way through their deaths. Their stories are told in a straightforward yet interesting way, providing readers with inspirational, true stories of men and women who served God. The books are digest-sized and around 150 pages in length (my two sample copies are 141 and 175 pages), divided into fairly short chapters for easy reading. – MelissaEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.99 6.95043151 Adoniram Judson, Danger on Streets of Gold043152 Amy Carmichael, Rescuer by Night026358 Augustine: Truth Seeker038935 Billy Graham:Just Get Up off Your Seat026406 Brother Andrew: Behind Enemy Lines043155 Charles Spurgeon,Prince of Preachers043154 C.S. Lewis, Story Teller043156 Corrie ten Boom, Watchmaker’s Daughter038937 David Brainerd: Love for the Lost 065322 D.L. Moody: One Devoted Man038941 Eric Liddell: Finish the Race 026407 Fanny Crosby: Blind Girl’s Song043157 George Muller, Children’s Champion038959 George Whitefield: Voice That Woke World034882 Gladys Alyward: No Mountain Too High026453 Helen Roseveare: On His Majesty’s Service043159 Hudson Taylor, Adventure Begins026471 John Knox: Sharpened Sword043162 John Newton, Slave Set Free

026554 John Welch: Man Who Couldn’t Be Stopped038997 Jonathan Edwards: America’s Genius 043163 Joni Eareckson Tada, Swimming Against the Tide026588 Lilias Trotter: Daring in the Desert026651 Lottie Moon: Changing China for Christ026658 Martin Luther: Reformation Fire043165 Mary Slessor, Servant to the Slave065323 Patrick of Ireland: Boy Who Forgave043167 Richard Wurmbrand, Voice in theDark026666 Ulrich Zwingli: Shepherd Warrior043169 William Wilberforce, Freedom Fighter

Christian Heroes: Then and Now (5-AD) When I compared this series to a similar series, I favored this one for several reasons. The stories are told in a very personable way, allowing the reader to feel like he really knows the person. While it’s not told in first-person, the details and emotions make it seem like that person is actually sharing their own story. This series also goes into more detail, including their childhood, so you can see how they were raised and what they were like in their youth. Instead of just telling the facts, you read about funny instances that hap-pened to them, things they probably wrote home about to give their family and friends a laugh. As you read about their life you can see the hand of God leading them, and how they faithfully strive to serve Him, even when it seems impossible. My sample was Amy Carmichael, who was a very obedient woman. When everyone told her to stay, she went anyway, because she knew God was calling her. She traveled, overcoming many disappointments to carry the Word of God to people in India and Japan. These are really uplifting books; seeing how obediently the men and women followed God is truly inspiring. Several of the biographies are now available as audiobooks on CD. These run about 4-5 hours in length and are a great format to enjoy as a family. Biographies of women are read by a woman and biographies of men are read by a man. - StephanieEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 6.95000777 Adoniram Judson010142 Amy Carmichael010582 Betty Greene038404 Brother Andrew000892 Cameron Townsend010143 Corrie Ten Boom041836 C.S. Lewis037532 C.T. Studd049733 D.L. Moody000802 David Livingstone043913 Dietrich Bonhoeffer048623 Elisabeth Elliot010144 Eric Liddell037540 Florence Young 011953 Francis Asbury010145 George Mueller010146 Gladys Aylward


010147 Hudson Taylor037543 Ida Scudder 048624 Isobel Kuhn048625 Jacob DeShazer010148 Jim Elliot068778 ☼John Flynn: Into the Never Never041837 John Wesley000751 Jonathan Goforth012019 Klaus-Dieter John030562 Lillian Trasher000804 Lottie Moon010149 Mary Slessor068779 ☼Mildred Cable: Through the Jade Gate010150 Nate Saint018691 Nicholas Zinzendorf048626 Rachel Saint012074 Samuel Zwemer037545 Sundar Singh 015258 William Booth010151 William CareyEACH BOXED SET . . . . . . . . .49.95 34.95037534 Book Set 1-5

Gladys Aylward, Nate Saint, Hudson Taylor, Amy Carmichael, and Corrie Ten Boom.

037537 Book Set 6-10Includes Eric Liddel, William Carey, George Muller, Jim Elliot and Mary Slessor

037533 Book Set 11-15David Livingstone, Betty Greene, Adoniram Judson, Cameron Townsend, and Jonathan Goforth

037535 Book Set 16-20Lottie Moon, John Williams, William Booth, Rowland Bingham, and Ida Scudder.

037536 Book Set 21-25Lillian Thrasher, Wilfred Grenfell, Loren Cunningham, Forence Young, and Sundar Singh

038405 Book Set 26-30Includes C.T. Studd: No Retreat; Rachel Saint: A Star in the Jungle; Clarence Jones: Mr. Radio; Count Zinzendorf: Firstfruit; and Brother Andrew: God’s Secret Agent.

048621 Book Set: 31-35Includes Jacob DeShazer, David Bussau, C.S. Lewis, John Wesley, and Isobel Kuhn.

Daughters of Faith Series (5-AD) This well-written series introduces girls of today with godly young women of the past in a well-crafted blend of fact and historical fiction. Although each of these girls endured hardships that we rarely encounter today, their strong faith in God saw them through and enabled them to accomplish great things as well. Because their stories are true, and the focus is on a girl or young woman (a minority in most historical biographies!), this inspiring series introduces girls to solid role models they’ve probably never even heard of and reminds readers of the things we can accomplish and difficulties we can survive by looking to God for help. As a bonus, each story also is set in a rich, historical backdrop that will enrich the reader’s appreciation for history. A glossary is included for less familiar, or anti-quated words. - JessEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.99 5.95022525 Almost Home

As one of the 102 passengers aboard the Mayflower, Mary Chilton is anxious to arrive in the New World and establish a new home. As she witnesses the trials and triumphs of life on ship, the struggle of founding a colo-ny, and the happiness of making a new life

in America, she realizes that a home is more than a new dwelling.

017851 Captive PrincessThis story, based on the young life of Pocahontas, follows her as she enjoys life as the favored child of a powerful chief, becomes friends with John Smith, and is captured and held ransom. As she waits for her father to bring the ransom, she begins to wonder about her Heavenly Father as well.

016846 Courage to RunHarriet Tubman is well-known for helping over 300 slaves escape to freedom on the Underground Railroad. This book focuses on her lesser-known childhood, and displays the daily tests of faith and courage she overcame to mold her into the hero we know today.

019323 Freedom’s PenBased on the life of Phillis Wheatley. It tells of her childhood in Africa, her kidnapping and enslavement, and the way she learned English and eventually became one of the most celebrated American poets. It shows how she found freedom from slavery and a relationship with Christ.136 pgs, pb.

056305 Hallelujah Lass016850 Tinker’s Daughter

This riveting story is based on the life of Mary Bunyan, daughter of John Bunyan, author of Pilgrim’s Progress. Mary was born blind, and she resolved to prove that she was indepen-dent despite her condition. When her father is imprisoned, she travels the streets every day, bringing soup to the prison. Finally, she realizes she must turn to the Lord, the true source of all strength.

50 People Every Christian Should Know (7-AD) In an age when Christian “celebrity” is at a height, it is encouraging to look back to those who have lived God-honoring lives without social media. As the editor states, the past is not an “anchor but a rudder to guide us to the future.” These brief biographies were originally printed in the Moody Monthly or the Goodnews Broadcaster magazines from 1971-1977. Spanning from the 15th to the 20th century, these articles describe the lives of diverse men and women; missionaries and businessmen; more famous individuals such as Dwight Moody and Amy Carmichael; and the perhaps less famous such as William Borden or Katherine von Bora. These biographies balance personal details with overview in a well-written way, encouraging the reader to follow Christ while this “great cloud of witnesses” watches on. Notes and references for further reading are provided. 398 pp, sc. ~ Ruth063967 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17.99 12.95

Eight Women of Faith (9-AD) There are so many facets to history, and here is another very good book about eight very import-ant women and their contributions to church his-tory – Jane Grey, Margaret Baxter, Anne Dutton, Sarah Edwards, Anne Steele, Esther Edwards Burr, Ann Judson, and Jane Austen. Women have long played important roles, and this book acknowledges these women and their call-ing, their hardships, and their influence. These women led ordinary lives and did extraordinary things; they should be an encouragement to us to do the same. 160 pgs., p/b. ~ Donna026793 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 9.95

50 Women Every Christian Should Know (7-AD) In our Christian walk, we need reminders that a great cloud of witnesses have gone before us and have actively lived out their faith. This collection of short biographies shows the personal battles, victories and losses of fifty women heroes of the faith. Each story spans the individual’s life, high-lighting the similarities to modern day struggles, and demonstrating that we also can, through Christ’s power, victoriously follow Christ. Some women may be more familiar, such as Corrie ten Boom, Harriet Beecher Stowe or Mother Teresa; some may be not as familiar such as Faye Edgerton or Margery Kempe. Organized chrono-logically, from 1000 AD to the 21st century, the biographies include women from all walks of life, denominations, cultures and races who lived out their faith as ministers, human rights advocates, authors, prisoners of war, martyrs and educators. 6” x 9”, 377 pp, sc. ~ Ruth063650 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17.99 12.95

Individual Titles (alphabetically)

Blasphemy - A Memoir: Sentenced to Death Over a Cup of Water (9-AD)043500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.95 12.95

Brave Girls Bible Stories (1-4) Subtitled, Celebrating Great Women of the Bible, this is a Bible story book encouraging brave living. Each story shows how God uses ordinary girls to do amazing things for Him just by following His lead! To relay the stories, you are introduced to a diverse group of five girls: Hope, Glory, Honor, Gracie, and Faith, who form a youth group called Brave Girls. They work together to know God more and honor Him by telling others about Him. Each girl tells a different Bible story (18 stories from the Old Testament and 13 from the New), connects it a bit with her own life, and then ends each with a brief devotion-like summary and a one-sentence prayer. The predominant focus is the Bible story, but full-color, water-color type illustrations fill the accompanying page. Note an interesting lay-out choice: occasionally, you must turn the book to read a few stories that are set in landscape mode. An additional section adds a brief quiz to see which brave girl you are most like. This seems a bit of a fluffy touch, but I think the goal is to help girls identify the talents with which they can glorify God. An added 5-page collection of “Brave” verses that serve for Scripture memory, and a letter from the Brave Girls. While sharing crucial Bible truths, I think this devotional might also encourage girls to live in faith and fellow-ship. 7/25” x 9.25”, 208 pp, hc. ~ Ruth 063680 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.99 10.95


Eric Liddell (Men of Faith) (7-AD) Eric Liddell may be one of the best-known athletes of the early 20th Century (and hero of the film Chariots of Fire), but his Christian life is equally inspiring. This biography begins in China, where Eric’s father worked as a mis-sionary for many years. It recounts Eric’s early childhood in China, his schooling in England, his athletic training, and his surprise victory at the 1924 Olympics. At the height of his fame, Eric left athletics to return as a missionary to China. A fascinating look at a man who kept his faith in Christ even in the most challenging circumstanc-es. By Catherine Swift. 176 pgs, pb. ~ Lisa002456 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.99 5.75

God’s Smuggler (7-AD) The story of Brother Andrew, from his first pair of wooden shoes in his native Holland to the world-wide ministry which is still in operation today, is an incredible journey of faith. Brother Andrew tells the story himself, and what a story it is! Taking Bibles and the Gospel to foreign coun-tries can be challenging at the best of times, and the best of times it was not when Brother Andrew filled his car with Bibles and carried them to countries behind the “Iron Curtain.” I guarantee that this will be one of the most amazing books you will read. 004037 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 9.95

God’s Smuggler for Young Readers (3-7) Children can now read about the brave mission-ary Brother Andrew. This story depicts Brother Andrew’s adventures from childhood through adulthood. As he goes undercover to transport Bibles across borders, readers will discover the amazing ways God provides for him as he pours his heart into the mission field. ~ Gina036205 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 7.50

Hero Tales Volume 1 (1-6) By Dave and Neta Jackson, authors of the Trailblazers series. The book contains fifteen true character-building stories about Christian heroes. Written to introduce elementary-age children to models of Christian virtue, each tale will inspire and encourage the whole family to be heroes for Christ. Each chapter includes a highlighted char-acter trait, appropriate Scripture, the story, and several follow-up questions about the tale. Pb.000210 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 10.95

Luther the Leader (6-9) Dr. Martin Luther was a pioneer among Christians in his age and stands out among men in history as one who would not compromise. His unbending desire to live for Christ brought him much conflict but still he persisted. Read all about his influential life in this interesting book. Follow him from his childhood, to his struggles in the monastery, to his ninety-five theses, to his marriage, and finally, to his death. The stories of his consistent witness will inspire readers to be faithful to God at any cost. 96 pgs with black and white illustrations. ~ Rachel S.011231 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.99 5.50

☼Martin Luther: Here I Stand (3-6) Martin Luther is an inspirational example of how one man’s conviction can spur spiritual development of an entire continent. This short, made-for-children biography highlights Martin

Luther’s life and work, from his initial question-ing of the Catholic church, to his development of a new Bible, to his preaching and personal life. Quotes and a few lesser-known facts help capture a snippet of his character and convic-tion. Vibrant, gripping illustrations—mixed with portraits and a few photographs—complete the picture of the young revolutionary. 26 pgs, hc. 066989 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17.99 13.50

Narrow Road (6-AD) As Christians in a Western world, we are not accustomed to the idea of persecution for our faith. People in many parts of the world do suffer for their beliefs, and sometimes it can be hard to fathom. Brother Andrew has written God’s Smuggler as a description of what life in countries with religious persecution is like. This amazing man of God smuggled Bibles into many parts of the world to be a blessing to those unfor-tunate enough not to possess them. Now, in this distinctive book, Brother Andrew and John and Elizabeth Sherrill have combined other stories of persecution and travel to restrictive countries with Brother Andrew’s book. Throughout the pages are scattered inserts of stories from such places as Columbia, China, Peru, Ethiopia, and Vietnam. These inserts fall into four dif-ferent categories: A Traveler’s Story, Diary of a Smuggler, Around the Globe, and Imagine This. A Traveler’s Story contains personal testimonies of those people living in nations that persecute people for following Christ. Diary of a Smuggler boxes are written by people who have traveled to restrictive countries through Open Doors to encourage the people there. Around the Globe inserts provide brief statistics about religions in individual countries and a summation of what the Church is facing in those locations; Imagine This are questions at the end of the chapters that ask ethical questions or present scenarios with dilemmas that allow you to determine what you would do if placed in those circumstances. This book is great for motivating you in your faith and opening your eyes to the present situation of Christians around the world. 330 pgs, pb. – John049734 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 11.25

Saint Valentine (PK-3) This lovely book shares the story of the poor physician named Valentine who lived in ancient Rome and helped the sick of that city without thought of gain for himself. Valentine was a Christian at a time when persecution was high, but he nonetheless would pray to God to heal each of his patients. Eventually martyred for his faith, it is said that Valentine sent a short note to a young blind girl from his prison cell before his execution and her sight was restored. This book shares this legendary story in a simple and straightforward way. The unique thing about this book is the colorful mosaics that illustrate the story beautifully. Retold and illustrated by Robert Sabuda, 32 pgs, pb. ~ Rachel046761 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.99 6.75

Sword of the Spirit: Tyndale (5-AD) Read the story of William Tyndale’s life told in story format. From his childhood to his death, William Tyndale was intrigued by history, fasci-nated by family stories, and was taught to love God. He translated the New Testament and part of the Old Testament before he was put to death

in 1536 for his work. He wanted all people to be able to read and understand the Bible – an admi-rable goal. This 160-page book tells his story as if you were there with him. Joyce McPherson, the author, engages the reader with people from William’s life, their stories, and their influence. Get to know William Tyndale and his real-life story.065601 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.95 11.25

Through Gates of Splendor (7-AD) In January of 1956, five missionaries ventured deep into the jungles of Ecuador to share the good news of Jesus Christ with an isolated tribe. The men never returned; they were murdered by the tribe. One of the missionary’s widows, Elisabeth Elliot, wrote this powerful book that tells the story of Nate Saint, Roger Youderian, Ed McCully, Pete Fleming, and Jim Elliot: five brave men whose unconditional love and obedience to God continues to inspire readers. This best-seller contains black and white photos of the mission-aries, their families, and the tribes they encoun-tered. Also included are epilogues with updates and photos of the missionary families through the years. 296 pgs, pb. ~ Lisa048869 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.99 5.50

Trial and Triumph: Stories from Church History (4-AD) The good news is that, as Christians, we know how the story turns out - we win! The bad news is that, as Christians, we often have trials, some very unpleasant, along the way. Trial and Triumph: Stories from Church History presents 46 gripping stories of brothers and sisters in Christ who stood firm in the face of bitter perse-cution. The brief four to five page biographies of such greats as Polycarp, Tyndale, Luther, Calvin, William Carey and Hudson Taylor show what God can do through ordinary people who trust and obey Him. It is inspiring to read of these men and women who defied ungodly authority, whether in the church or in civil government, and stood on the Word of God. Polycarp was a leader in the early Christian church at Smyrna during a time of Roman perse-cution. When he was seized, Polycarp was told to swear an oath to Caesar or he would be fed to the lions; but he refused. He was told to swear an oath to Caesar or he would be burned at the stake; but he refused. As the flames were about to end his earthly life, he shouted out a prayer of praise to the Lord. Elizabeth was the beautiful daughter of the king of Hungary. She was filled with compassion for her people during a time of great famine. Against the wishes of the royal advisors, she emptied the grain bins and personally gave clothing and meals to the poor. After the death of her husband, Elizabeth was put out on the street. She continued to praise God for allowing her to serve the poor and began spinning wool to earn a living. When her father found out about her circumstances, he begged her to come back and share in his inheritance. But Elizabeth said that she had already received her inheritance from her Father in heaven, the eternal mercy of her Lord Jesus Christ. She served the poor until her death from a fever at age 24. This book is excellent material for family read-ing or individual inspiration. - Jerry005327 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21.00 16.25


CHURCH HISTORY

Church History ABCs (PK-1)This brightly colored, oversized (12” x 9”) chil-dren’s book is sure to delight! Through the use of simple language, charming illustrations, and the alphabet, young children will learn about 26 heroes of the faith. Beginning with Augustine and including church heroes such as Anne Bradstreet, John Calvin, Jonathan Edwards, St. Patrick, Charles Spurgeon and many others, each person’s accomplishments are summarized on one page in language children can understand. Additional information about each person and explanations of illustration details are found in the back, enabling parents and older children to learn even more about these important men and women. 34 pgs, hc. ~ Deanne049121 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.99 12.75

Church History for Young Children with Cartoons, Reformation (1-4) This little book (4.5” x 5.5”) packs a lot of infor-mation. In a question-and-answer format, all the main ideas and the major persons involved in the Reformation are covered. Cartoons illustrate both the concepts and people. The major figures of the Reformation typically have both a realistic draw-ing and perhaps a more cartoon-y representation. A short description of their life and contribution is part of the question and answer portion. Pre-reformation church history is provided in about three pages to set the stage. Coverage includes: John Wycliffe, John Huss, Johann Gutenberg, Martin Luther, Ulrich Zwingli, William Farel, John Calvin, Heidelberg Catechism, Huguenots, Reformation in England (Westminster Assembly), John Knox, and William, Prince of Orange. 31 pgs, pb ~ Janice024459 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.50 2.95

History Lives: Chronicles of Church History (4-9) There are so many awesome world history books written for young readers, but you don’t see a whole lot of church history for that age group. That’s just one of the things that make this series, written for 9-14 year-olds, so spe-cial. Each book tells the story of church history through one period in history, starting with Peril and Peace, which begins its story of the ancient church in approximately 30 A.D. Each book begins with a timeline of major events during that time period and an introductory chapter giving an overview of the church during that period. Chapters flow chronologically, with most chap-ters focusing on the life of an important figure in church history, while occasional chapters discuss different aspects of the church during that period. The biographical chapters are fascinating with realistic dialogue and story-like telling that bring the facts to life in a way children (and adults!) can understand and appreciate. Although any trip through church history is full of martyrs and persecution, I appreciate the way this series shares these stories in a positive way. The focus is on the faith of each individual; and, although many stories end in death or imprisonment, there is joy, not gloom hanging over these chapters. Inspirational, informative, and well-written, these are a natural fit for your history or Bible studies! Bibliographies and maps are included. Pb. – Jess EACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 7.25039742 Peril & Peace: Ancient

039739 Monks & Mystics: Medieval037062 Courage & Conviction: Reformation 037083 Hearts & Hands: Awakening022181 Rescue & Redeem: Chronicles of the Modern Church

☼Margarethe (7-AD) In Martin Luther’s time, a great divide began to grow between Catholics and the newly-de-veloped Protestant Church. Margarethe is the daughter of a German nobleman—she is proud, headstrong, and fiercely loyal to her younger sister Else. But Margarethe’s father plans to marry her off to a count’s son, and Else is preparing to leave the home and serve in a convent for the rest of her life. Margarethe, however, believes that God only wants to ruin her life. Her family is destitute (despite their noble titles) and Church’s excesses have become too much to bear. She begins to question the doctrine of the Catholic Church and refuses to participate in their cere-monial rites. When all seems lost, she discovers Martin Luther’s teachings and reevaluates her relationship with God. The Reformation suddenly begins to develop in earnest, and Margarethe and her closest friends must decide what parts they will play. 280 pgs, sc. 063739 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.95 13.75

Eusebius - Church History (9-AD) Please see descripton in History - Bible History.039099 Paperback . . . . . . . . .17.99 12.95022416 Hardcover. . . . . . . . .28.99 20.75

History of the Early Church (9-12) This high school course from Memoria Press aides students through a study of the book The Early Church by Henry Chadwick (# 059980). The student guide works through Chadwick’s book in 18 chapters. These chapters include defi-nitions of important terms encountered, reading questions, primary reading questions and discus-sion questions. The reading questions deal with the text by Chadwick while the primary reading questions are a supplement drawn primarily from Eusebius’ writings. The teacher guide contains reduced student pages with answers filled in and teaching notes in the margins. There are sugges-tions for using the course as either a 15-,18 week or a full-year study. It also has testing: 3 tests that cover about 5 chapters each and a final exam. Test answers are also included. The student guide is consumable but permission is not granted to reproduce any portion. – Zach060271 Student Guide . . . . . .17.95 15.45060272 Teacher Guide. . . . . .20.95 17.95059980 Early Church . . . . . . .18.00 12.50

Henry Chadwick explores the life of the early Christian church – from its exclusively Jewish roots through the conversion of Constantine and the subsequent role of the Church in society. Both theological and socio-political developments are chronicled, though the book is arranged more thematically than chronologically. Chadwick has an approach that has been called “honest history” by keeping his text as unbiased as possible. So, whether you come from a Protestant or Roman Catholic background, as you read this overview of the early church, you won’t get bogged down in discussion of doctrinal issues. An extensive reading list is included in this paperback book of 314 pages. – Zach

059981 History of the Church 18.00 12.50Bishop Eusebius lived during the time of early church heresies and the creation of the Nicene Creed. A writer and scholar, he wrote the only surviving contemporary history of the church from the time of Christ to Constantine. Centered on information and people, his writing helps the reader further understand the church’s doctrinal and perse-cution history. Also included is an introduc-tion, an appendix listing Roman Emperors and Bishops from 44-324, and a “Who’s Who” section describing all of the individ-uals mentioned in the history. This Penguin edition is an update of G.A. Williamson’s original translation. Recommended for Memoria Press’ History of the Early Church curriculum. 435 pp, sc. ~ Ruth

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Church History in Plain Language (AD) Do you suffer from historical amnesia? Many Christians do, holding knowledge of the church from the New Testament and of their current church denomination, but ignorant of the cen-turies in between. Sometimes that’s less true for homeschoolers who have a stronger emphasis on world history and thus know something of the Church in ancient and medieval times. However, whichever camp you identify with, this is a book you will want for your library. Written to be understood by the layperson, it traces the history of the Christian church from the Age of Jesus and the Apostles (6 BC – AD 70) through the Age of Catholic Christianity (AD 70-312), the Age of the Christian Roman Empire (AD 312-590), the Christian Middle Ages (AD 590-1517), the Age of the Reformation (AD 1517-1648, the Age of Reason and Revival (AD 1648-1789), the Age of Progress (AD 1789-1914), the Age of Ideologies (AD 1914-1989), and finally through the Age of Global Expansion and Relocation (AD 1900-). Each section is prefaced with a helpful timeline showing its key personages and events. A few helpful maps, additional timelines, and portraits provide the only other illustrations. Although large, this book is highly readable meaning two things: firstly, I found it easy to flip anywhere, read a few paragraphs and come away with a nugget of historical information I had not known or had forgotten. Secondly, the book lays open easily; the result of a superior binding, I suppose. Reading up on church history may not be your choice free time activity, but there are likely to be times when high school students or homeschooling moms/dads will need a good, approachable reference. This is it! 540 pgs, pb. ~ Janice039512 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34.99 20.95

☼Chronology of Reformers Poster (9-AD) Helpful visual reference guide for teen to adult students who are studying leading figures from the Protestant Reformation. Reformers are categorized by their national origin and sphere of influence. Many details are also provided regarding the significant number of reformers who died as martyrs. This colorful poster, fea-turing over forty influential protestant leaders such as Jan Hus, John Calvin, Martin Luther and Thomas Cranmer would greatly enhance a study of Christian martyrs in the Western world. 32” x 48”. ~ Mike070720 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22.50 18.25


DEVOTIONALS

For Families & Children

Devotionals by Francis Ridley Havergal (PK-3) Francis was a skilled musician and hymn writer in the 1800’s. She wrote these short devotionals for parents to read to their children before they go to bed (Little Pillows) and when they wake up (Morning Bells). There are a month’s worth of short devotionals, each of which shares sweet words of Jesus, promises of God, thoughts on the commandments in the Bible, and other encour-aging words and thoughts for young children to ponder. Each devotional fills just three pages of the small (3.5” x 5.5”) books. 104 pgs, pb.030581 Little Pillows . . . . . . . .5.00 4.60030583 Morning Bells . . . . . . .5.00 4.60

My Big Book of 5-Minute Devotions (PK-3) This devotional book combines the natural love children have for animals with a study of character traits they exhibit (good and bad) for a delightful end product of short but engaging devotionals for young children. It is divided into sections by habitat – farm, zoo, forest, water, sky, etc. Each section contains 4-8 devotionals, each highlighting a particular animal. Each devotional covers a two-page spread. One page holds the text, and the other is a full-page illustra-tion along with a few simple questions about the devotional to discuss with your kids after you’ve finished reading it. The book is fully illustrated by cute watercolor illustrations; even on pages of text there are colorful pictures around the mar-gins and in the background. Some of the animals covered include beavers, kittens, monkeys, owls, earthworms, pigs, hippos, and hummingbirds. 96 pgs, pb. – Melissa042526 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.99 9.75

Leading Little Ones to God (PK-5) An excellent devotional and doctrinal book for younger children, discussing such topics as: the nature of God, sin, salvation, the Christian Life, the church, prayer, and the Second Coming. This is a “classic” - a favorite among parents that has stood the test of time.005477 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20.00 13.50

Whit’s End Mealtime Devotions (PK-8) As homeschoolers, it’s easy to take our family mealtimes for granted. Maybe we’d use the time more purposefully if we realized what great opportunities that affords? Fathers: it’s your responsibility to impart wisdom and a deeper love for God to your family! If you need a bit of help to get started, why not try this devo-tional book based on the popular radio drama Adventures in Odyssey? 90 devotional sections will help spark spiritual discussion around your table as you explore the truths of God’ Word together. Start off with a prayer and some questions to inspire conver-sation. Read a section of God’s word and talk about it – let the Spirit take you deep! Finish with a final piece of Scripture to meditate and chew on as you leave the dinner table and live life. Some of the topics covered include how Jesus is the Light of the World, showing that we need to crave God’s Word, and standing against popular opinions about truth. 15 devotions are includ-ed for different holidays, and 11 more involve

themed meals or activities. 97 pgs, pb. – Chad041451 Mealtime Devotions. . .9.99 7.75058967 Second Helping . . . . .9.99 7.75

Long Story Short/Old Story New Devotionals (PK-8) As parents, we have the tremendous opportu-nity to share God’s truth and the Gospel with our children! The subtitle for these devotionals is Ten-Minute Devotions to Draw Your Family to God. These 78 weeks (a year and a half’s worth!) of in-depth, yet straight forward devotionals require a minimum each day. Organized by week, you’ll find units of 5 daily devotions: days 1-4 chronologically study the Bible. The books focus on key biblical elements that connect the whole message of the Gospel in a concise and manageable way. Day 5 diverges from this pat-tern to study related writings from the Psalms or prophets. Each weekly unit opens with an object lesson or themed questions. The simple items used for this lesson are listed at the beginning. Day one begins with Picture It, to help intro-duce the family to the week’s theme. Each day, read the passage from your own Bible, and then Think about It (a brief read-aloud passage to help understand the passage), Talk about It (three group questions with brief answers) and Pray About It (unscripted suggestions for prayer). As you progress through the week, you will be asked to remember previous days’ readings and also to apply them to your lives. I so appreciate the succinct treasure this is: theo-logically rich, yet comprehensible; simple, yet doctrinally sound. Another unique feature is that occasionally children are cued to ask the parents questions. The approach here is that we are all on a spiritual journey to becoming more like Christ (rather than “the parents know it all”). Long Story Short focuses on the Old Testament and highlights key individuals and events from creation through Nehemiah. This book was a 2012 ECPA Christian book award finalist. Old Story New covers the New Testament. About half of the devotions dis-cuss the life and ministry of Jesus. The second half covers the church and living like Christ (Acts and epistles). Both volumes include brief instructions for how to use the devotionals with preschool, grade school and older students. Use these excel-lent devotions to start your homeschool day or study as a family in the evening. By the same author as Gospel Story Bible (#062680). 418 pp, sc. ~ RuthEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .24.99 19.95062381 Long Story Short062382 Old Story New

Our 24 Family Ways (2nd Ed.) (K-AD) From the folks who brought you Educating the Wholehearted Child, this devotional tool express-es 24 Biblical values in six areas of Christian life. These areas of emphasis include authority, rela-tionships, possessions, work, attitudes and choic-es. Each value is the basis for a week (five days) of devotions (120 total devotions). Each day’s devotion follows the same format: ask a question, read the Bible, discuss and pray. Each lesson also includes scripture memory verses (given in NIV, NASB and NKJV), a story starter, character qual-ity definition and more. Discussion points look interesting and thought-provoking, and children from age five or six through high school would be able to participate. Instructions for making a binder for each child are also provided. The 2nd

edition also includes the Kids Color-In pages (25 coloring pages in all), which were previously a separate item. If you are looking for a good way to start family devotions, give this one a try.048058 Our 24 Family Ways 16.95 14.50065391 Color-In Book . . . . . . .5.99 5.25

This coloring book is a great way to include younger members of the family. It corre-sponds to the lessons in the book, each with a picture to color and one of the 24 ‘ways’ printed at the bottom. The back of the book has a commitment page to be filled out by the child, a list of the ‘24 Family Ways’ with blanks to be filled in, a certificate of comple-tion, and “My Family Way” pages.

Training Hearts Teaching Minds: Devotions Based on the Shorter Catechism (K-AD) What spiritual goals do you have for your chil-dren? I assume your primary goal is for each child to have a real and vibrant relationship with the Lord. But beyond that will you be satisfied if they can recite stories from the Bible or do you want them to be able to give succinct and meaningful answers to the basic questions of the Christian faith – What is grace? What is the gospel? The Westminster Shorter Catechism was constructed to teach children (and all students of the Bible) the biblical answers to these and other great questions of the Christian faith. The word “catechism” means exactly that: questions and answers. This devotional guide gives parents an easy-to-use tool for learning and discussing the biblical principles embedded in the 107 catechism questions and answers. Each question is presented with six days worth of devotional readings for families to share. These readings are brief to accommodate children’s short attention spans while giving biblical support and simple explanations. Every day for a week, families are encouraged to ask the question reciting the answer several times. Memorization is accom-plished almost painlessly. To make sure our 21st century ears can understand, the questions and answers from the 17th century document are written in modern English. 350 pgs, pb ~ Janice042767 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 11.25

☼Bible Time Kids: Devotional Journal & Coloring Book (1-4) Subtitled A Quiet-Time Handbook for Creative and Active Children, this book combines a col-oring page (highlighting a Bible passage with discussion questions) and a page to indicate the child’s daily reading Bible passage; thankful list; prayer list; plans and goals. Each page will include a Bible verse. After coloring, the child focuses on specific personal aspects: “I want to change…”; “Never forget”; “Ways to serve God,” etc. Reproducible for single family use. 100 pgs, pb. ~ Ruth068485 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.50 11.95


God’s Wisdom for Little Boys & Girls (1-5) These hardback storybooks bring the wisdom of Proverbs to children in a way they can under-stand and apply to their lives. The Boys book takes verses from all over Proverbs, and the Girls book focuses on chapter 31. Every other page in the books has a one-stanza rhyme. This small poem shares the same basic meaning as a select-ed verse that is displayed under it. The pages are filled with colorful drawings of boys or girls being helpful around the house, at play, and partici-pating in God-honoring activities. The books are a great way to get children to understand godly character and traits. ~ RachelEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99 9.95023627 Boys 023628 Girls

Jesus Calling: 365 Devotions for Kids (2-6) Based upon the wildly popular book for adults by the same name, this devotional for children seeks to introduce them to our Immanuel, God with us. The author shares her personal insights of a God who is there for us no matter our sit-uation; who is also the God who loves us and will never leave us, regardless of our feelings. Children and adults will be encouraged to think seriously about Jesus, His presence and His peace, and how to respond to His calling. Each daily devotional reading begins with a Scripture from the NIV Bible and ends with a Scriptural reference allowing children to dig a little deeper. 382 pgs, hc. ~ Deanne051883 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99 9.95

Story for Kids, NiRV (3-7) Subtitled, Discovering the Bible from Beginning to End, this book overviews the Bible story in chronological order with the aim of achieving an overall understanding of God’s plan. 31 sto-ries cover the main Bible storyline and contain discussion questions. Transitions between actual Bible passages are set in italic so readers can eas-ily distinguish. This book can be used with The Story Bible study curriculum or as a stand-alone devotional Bible or tool for family devotions. References included, 264 pp, sc. ~ Ruth002430 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.99 8.95

Action Bible Devotional: 52 Weeks of God-Inspired Adventure (4-8) Ready. Set. GO! This new devotional introduc-es young people to the adventure of a lifetime-the adventure of knowing and walking with God. Each week presents an illustrated story from the Old or New Testament, a memory verse, devotional thoughts (called “X-Ray Vision”), an assigned mission that applies the devotional teaching, debriefing questions to inspire Biblical living and a place to review what the lessons. There are also occasional activities to share with family or the occasional creative, big picture page with activity ideas to drive home the main point of the week. Let me share the distinctive nuances of this devotional. Week 35 begins with a reading of the Temptation of Christ in the Desert (based on Luke 4:1-13, Matthew 4:1-11 and John 1:35-51) from the graphically illustrated Action Bible. Next follows the key memory verse Matthew 4:4 (NLT), although you could memorize it from your preferred version. X-Ray Vision shares a scene from the Classic Star Wars movie, the Empire Strikes Back, in which Luke Skywalker is light

saber dueling with Darth Vader, when Vader drops the bomb, “I am your father” and tempts Luke to join him on the Dark Side. Comparing this to the real life temptation of Jesus by Satan, the follow up thoughts share with young people that they can overcome temptation in the same way Jesus did. Three mission choices are present-ed that focus on developing tools to overcome temptation. Debrief questions encourage them to consider whether it was easy for Jesus to face Satan’s temptations, as well as how they usually try to defeat temptation. Mission Accomplished journaling focuses on what they learned and what do they want to remember. There is also a share the adventure activity to ask family or friends to check up on them and help them beat an especially tough temptation. This would make an excellent devotional for the adventure loving girls or boys in your family. Various Bible trans-lations are referenced although you are welcome to memorize from your favorite version. 334 pgs, pb. ~ Deanne056103 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18.99 12.50

Teen to Teen: 365 Daily Devotionals by Teens (7-12) As our teens mature into adulthood, our great-est desire is for their spiritual health. We want our children to walk closely with our Lord, seeking His will and guidance all their days. But sometimes, engaging them during this time of rapid change is challenging. This series has a certain appeal for teens. Written from teens to teens, the daily readings are honest, engaging, and relevant. More than that, they are centered on Scripture. Each of the devotions begins with a scripture verse and ends by identifying the name/age and city/state of the author. Topically, the Teen Girl 365 Daily Devotions includes a look at the Proverbs 31 woman, social media, purity, forgiveness, gossip, depression and sui-cide, friendship, cliques and much more. The Teen Boy 365 Daily Devotions covers purity, being a husband and father, reputations, social networking, temptations/addictions, depres-sion, homosexuality, tattoos (as acceptable) and more. Scripture selections are Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) although teens could easily substitute their version of choice. As our children attain adulthood, may we celebrate the truth found in 3 John: “I have no greater joy than this: to hear that my children are walking in the truth.” 377 pgs, hc. ~ Deanne EACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 9.75064794 by Teen Girls for Teen Girls064795 by Teen Guys for Teen Guys

Handbook to Morning Time (AD) A wise addition for any family: a “Morning Time” when the family comes together to focus on and recite Truth. Truth can’t be dumped into our children (or us) once a week or at random intervals. Daily review will solidify and invest truth in each member of your family. How do you execute that as a routine? Here is the beauty of this Cindy Rollins handbook: a simple, con-cisely organized plan to have a daily Morning Time. You’ll find advice in the form of tips and lists on memorizing Scripture as well as poetry and hymns. Her conversational tone and exam-ples help you learn from this experienced home teacher. 112 pp, sc. ~ Ruth036934 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.99

For Girls / Women

God and Me! For Little Ones - My First Devotional for Toddler Girls (PK) Written to introduce your 2 and 3-year old little girls to basic Bible concepts, this book includes 7 stories about being helpful, being thankful, trusting God, obeying, sharing, and being brave. Each story includes questions to talk about, an activity, prayer, and very short memory verse (2 to 3 words). Stories are about families, so are very relatable to little learners. 32 pgs, hc. ~ Donna 027645 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 6.50

God and Me! For Little Ones - My First Devotional for Girls (PK-K) Children are never too young to be introduced to good Bible teaching and spending time daily with God’s Word. This little book is written specifically for little girls, ages 4-7, and includes seven days of devotions. Each day there is an age-appropriate story, Bible verse (NIV), three questions to talk about, a simple activity, and a prayer. Colorful illustrations are on every page to help hold the attention of younger children. Topics covered are God’s family, being afraid, feeling left out, caring for others, showing kind-ness, doing your best, and knowing God is pres-ent. This 32-page, hardcover book would make a wonderful gift for any little girl. ~ Donna064596 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 6.50

God and Me Devotional Series (PK-7) This devotional series written specifically for young girls will encourage your little miss in her daily quiet times with God. Each devotion is composed of a Bible verse, an age-appropriate story, follow-up questions, prayer and a fun activity to teach her more about God and the Bible. Three levels are available for different age groups: ages 2-5, 6-9 and 10-12. And if your daughter can’t get enough of her original God and Me devotional, there are two more series (God and Me! 2 and God and Me! 3), that each contain three books – one for each age range. In the original series, the youngest level deals with character traits, both good and bad, Ages 6-9 emphasizes God and what he is like and studies women in the Bible, and Ages 10-12 covers negative and positive traits and habits to develop. In God and Me 2, girls ages 2-5 will learn more about who God is and how He wants them to live their lives, those who are ages 6-9 are encouraged to follow God whole-heartedly as they are introduced to Jesus and to the power of prayer, and lastly, girls 10-12 will discover what it means to love God and others and what it means to grow up as a child of God. God and Me 3 takes youngsters on a journey through growing in God’s word and learning His ways, doing their utmost for Him and putting their trust in God, Ages 6-9 shows young ladies who God is and the many aspects of God, His Ways and His help to his children, and girls ages 10-12 will learn about the ten commandments and how to apply them in their lives. Spiral bound with over 100 two-page devotionals, pb. ~ MeganEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .13.99 8.95 Volume I Volume 2 Volume 3Ages 2-5 009330 031068 019246Ages 6-9 009331 031069 019258Ages 10-12 009332 031067 019241


God and Me! 1-Year Devotionals (1-7) This book contains 52 weeks of age-appropriate devotions intended to help girls draw closer to God. Dealing with situations that girls the same age might deal with – friendship, being joyful, honoring God, and more. Every week is divided into seven daily devotions (one page each day), and none of them will take you very long to complete – so no excuses for not finding time to do them. Day 1 is a short contemporary vignette or story with scripture (NIV), a few questions to answer (write in the book), and a short prayer. Day 4 is another devotion or story with scripture, questions, and a prayer. Days 2, 3, 5, and 6 are some type of activity with a verse and prayer. The written activities might be a puzzle, draw-ing, writing, or a variety of other activities. The pages are colorful and inviting with illustrations appropriate for pre-teens and tweens. Answers are found in the back of the book for some activities. Having a devotional time every day is a discipline, and this book can help form a very good habit! 380+ pgs, pb. ~ Donna EACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 9.95064598 Girls 6-9 064597 Girls 10-12

For Girls Only! Devotions (3-6) This devotional for girls covers issues our girls face in daily life. Maybe it’s the friend who says something unkind, or the little brother who annoys, or a temptation to be selfish. Within the 60 lessons, your daughter is bound to find stories that mirror her life. Each story is followed by a lesson. The first part of the lesson is “Checkup Time,” which offers your daughter a chance to rate herself on a scale of 1 to 5 for several state-ments. For example, one statement is “When I’m hurt, I ask God to guide my words and actions.” The next part of the lesson offers a short checklist of ways to improve. For example, a lesson on sharing suggests, “Deliberately share something of yours one time each week,” along with 3 other suggestions. The last part offers several pertinent Bible verses. I like the book’s approach, inspiring girls to take positive steps to improve. 241 pgs, pb. ~ Caryl048866 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 7.75

Growing Little Women (4-9) A mother/daughter devo-tional study to celebrate that special bond. If you can set aside one hour per week for sixteen weeks, you will both be enriched, and come away with a better understanding of each other. Each devotional time has a particularly appropriate topic and begins with selected scripture to read together. After briefly recording what you each think is the main point of the reading, you read the story (out loud or together) and its “moral”. Discussion questions are directed to the daugh-ter. These are followed by looking up specific Bible verses and having her record what the Bible has to say. After this background work, the two of you can have a deeper discussion of the topic, lead by questions directed to mom, daughter, or both, along with spaces for recording these thoughts. Each devotional time ends with a scripture to memorize, recording a goal for the week, and a short closing prayer.008736 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.99 9.50

Growing Little Women for Younger Girls (1-4) This book radiates love! As you and your daugh-ter progress through the Bible study (designed to take 1-2 hours a week for 16 weeks), this pretty, spiral bound book will slowly transform into a keepsake. The two of you will be brought closer as you share thoughts about her birth and special moments in your lives. Engage in further dis-cussions and search scripture on topics such as showing respect, making friends, obeying God, hospitality, apologizing, belonging to God, pray-ing, doing what is right, and more. My favorite parts of the book are all the neat extra-special activity ideas for mother and daughters. Some are purely for fun, and others to commemorate life-firsts such as a first sleepover or camp. God bless you as the love and warmth contained in this study becomes an anticipated time in your week for you to disciple your daughter. ~ Genevieve010790 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.99 9.95

One Year Be-Tween You & God (3-8) Looking for a quality devotional for your daughter, but struggling to find the right one? Devotionals for teens are great, but she just isn’t quite ready for some of the discussion points, yet the devotionals for elementary ages are too sim-plistic? This daily devotional may be exactly what you are looking for. Beginning with a “Dear God” question, this book provides scriptural answers to the real questions, about a real God, that the young girls in your life are asking. Questions like: “Dear God. How do I know that the Bible is the true Word of God?” or “Dear God. Why are we supposed to keep ourselves pure?” are answered with insightful responses and NLT (New Living translation) verses. Scripture index included. Leatherflex cover. 372 pgs. ~ Deanne041409 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.99 12.50

☼Just for Teen Girls Bible Journal (5-9) Here is a unique blend of devotional, Bible reading plan and coloring book. Subtitled, Read the New Testament in 90 Days, you’ll find a daily reading plan for reading three chapters of the New Testament each day. Using this reading plan (or a plan of your choice), this devotional provides space to respond to your reading. For each of the 90 days, a two-page spread provides daily devotionals direction. On the left page, a key verse directs your thoughts. A half page is provided for recording a verse that “touched my heart.” On the right, record how God spoke: a promise, a warning, a command, an encourage-ment or wisdom to understand. Then, end the devotional time with a prayer, the day’s focus and plans. Each page has small, detailed draw-ings to color. As you color, meditate and pray on the day’s passage. Periodically, pages are placed to record four ways to bless, four ways to praise God, etc. A simple, beautiful way to be daily in the Word. 6.25”x 7.25”, 220 pgs, pb. ~ Ruth068491 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.50 11.95

For Boys

Gotta Have God! For Little Ones - My First Devotional for Toddler Boys (PK) Written for the little boys (2 to 3 years old) in your life, this book includes 7 stories about being helpful, being thankful, trusting God, obeying, sharing, and being brave. Each story includes questions to talk about, an activity, prayer, and very short memory verse (2 to 3 words). Stories are about families, so are very relatable to little learners. 32 pgs, hc. ~ Donna027687 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 6.50

Gotta Have God! For Little Ones - My First Devotional for Boys (PK-K) Introduce your little boy to the love of God through seven days of devotions designed spe-cifically for the younger crowd. Young boys age 4-7 will learn about being kind to others, obeying parents, being thankful, trusting God, not being afraid, rejoicing and being thankful, and accept-ing one another. Each day there is an age-appro-priate story, Bible verse (NIV), three questions to talk about, a simple activity, and a prayer. Colorful illustrations are on every page to help hold the attention of younger children. It is never too early to introduce children to God’s love and faithfulness, and this 32-page, hardcover book is a great introduction. ~ Donna064599 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 6.50

Gotta Have God: Devotions for Boys (PK-7) Here are some “totally cool” devotions just for boys. Each devotional book has 100 devotions containing a memory verse, a short age-appropri-ate story, follow-up questions on the verse and/or story, prayer prompt, and fun or creative activity. The books are illustrated with high-energy graph-ics and colorful cartoons. Books for different ages have different focuses. In Volume 1, boys ages 2-5 will gain a better understanding of God’s work in their lives. Those who are ages 6-9 and 10-12 will learn all about how God can help them deal with things at school and at home. In Volume 2, 2-5 year-olds will learn about char-acter attributes and gain an appreciation of God as friend and protector. 6-9 year-olds will enjoy learning about the tools needed to do God’s work and that God has a plan for everything. Boys ages 10-12 will also come to a better understanding of God as a constant friend and important part of their life. Volume 3 continues to encourage boys of all ages to get into the Word, to be Christ-like, and to learn right from wrong. All levels in this volume include some lessons from nature. Books are 200+ pages with spiral binding and an answer key in the back. Devotions your boys definitely “gotta have!”EACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .13.99 8.95 Volume I Volume 2 Volume 3Ages 2-5 009333 016734 050479Ages 6-9 009334 016740 050480Ages 10-12 009335 016732 050478

Gotta Have God! 1-Year Devotionals (1-7) Encourage your son or grandson to spend time with God as they prepare for life. 52 devotions directed to the pre-teens and tween boys and the situations they might deal with at home and school. Weekly devotions are divided into digestible daily reading and activities – everyday includes scripture (NIV) and prayer. Days 1 and


4 are short devotionals with a few questions to answer and days 2, 3, 5, and 6 are some type of writing, drawing, puzzle, maze, etc. Graphics are done in an appealing, inviting format that boys will love! Spending time with God will help boys become men of God. 380+ pgs, pb. ~ DonnaEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 9.95064601 Boys 6-9 064600 Boys 10-12

Ultimate Boys’ Book of Devotions (4-7) 366 devotions aimed at helping young men get grounded in Scripture! These practical devo-tions start with a verse (NIV) and end with a page reflecting on how the theme of the verse should impact our lives. It really is as simple as that. These concepts are Christian basics, so young men who complete this devotional will get a thorough introduction to thinking about life through the filter of Scripture. A Scripture and topic index are also included. 383 pgs, pb.021520 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.99 8.95

One Year Devotions for Active Boys (4-8) Although I’m a mom of three boys, I’ll have to admit I took up this book with great hesitation. After all, the back of the book asks, “What do you get when you mix good stories . . . with science experiments, puzzles, jokes, riddles and more?” Those things aren’t what I expect when I pick up a devotional book. One should be a bit more serious with the Bible, shouldn’t one? But after all, didn’t God create laughter and joy? I do think this One Year daily devotional relates key Biblical points in a way that will appeal to a pre-teen or teen. The largest portion of the daily devotional is relaying the Bible story. Specific Scripture references are given (but not always). Next, comes the activity. These activities include such things as cool crafts, jokes (What is a horse’s favorite book of the Bible? Neigh-amiah!), puz-zles, weird facts related to the Bible story, prac-tical application (ways to honor your mother, for example) and introspective questions. The idea here is to combine fun elements with Scriptural application to capture boys’ attention. Your son is then given general directions to pray (unscript-ed) and then each devotional ends with a key Scripture (taken from various versions). 365 devotions from the publishers of the One Year Bible. 6” x 9”, 384 pp, pb. ~ Ruth060613 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 11.75

Prayer

Prayer for a Child (PK-2) Originally written for a little girl, this gentle, lyrical poem is full of requests to bless special objects and beloved people. The soft words and wonderful illustrations offer comfort and peace to all children. 28 pgs.002376 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.99 5.95

Prayers for Children (PK-3) This Little Golden Book features 20 short poems for all occasions that your child can easily read and memorize as a way to pray to God. Beautiful watercolor illustrations. 20 pgs, hc. 036568 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.99 3.95

My Whole Self Before You (PK-4)004265 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18.95 16.95

☼Book of Common Prayer: Texts of 1549, 1559, 1662 (6-AD) The Book of Common Prayer has been imple-mented by churches for centuries, and Oxford University Press has put three editions of the text into one hefty book – texts of 1549, 1559, and 1662. This edition also includes an introduction that explains the book, textual notes that define the history and texts, bibliography for further reading, historical chronology from 1503 to 1662, explanatory notes, and glossary. Now you can now have all the texts in one place. 822 pgs, pb. ~ Donna061042 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.95 12.75

Journals

Through the Bible in a Year Journal (7-AD) This beautiful hardcover journal can be your daily companion as you take your walk through the Bible. How many times have you started reading through the Bible and forgotten where you left off, or wish you could remember some of your quiet thoughts while reading. This journal offers you daily reading to be checked off as you read from your own Bible and space to write down your prayers, thoughts, and inspirations. The pages begin with January 1 and end with December 31; there are two days per page. The pages aren’t assigned days of the week or even a specific year, so they are ready for use when you decide to get started. This would make a thought-ful gift for someone else or for you! It’s always a good time to get started in the Word! ~ Donna 045678 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 10.95

Write It Down Bible Journals (1-AD) The gentle designs of these double-spiral jour-nals peak through the sturdy, cut-out covers. Large journal pages (120 count, 7.5”x9”) include starter suggestions on flecked cream pages with some watermark images. Smaller size journals (60 count, 3”x 5½”) contain cream pages with fewer writing suggestions. The large blue Inspirations Journal provides one page daily to record such things as acts of com-fort, kindness, sharing and forgiveness; goals/ideas; people you’re thinking of, and other high-lights from the day. Record reflections and notes on the opposite page. The small blue Gratitude journal has space for listing 3 things you are grateful for on one page and a list of good deeds/kindnesses on the other. Both Daily Devotions journals are eggplant-colored and provide space for writing prayers and answers, kind acts, goals, and other notes. ~ RuthEACH JOURNAL (3”x 5”) . . . . . 6.95EACH JOURNAL (7.5”x 9”) . . . . 19.95065093 Inspirations- Large065087 Daily Devotional -Large065086 Daily Devotional - Small065090 Gratitude - Small

Quiet Time Journals (5-12) These spiral-bound journals from Daughters of Decision provide a way to record your day-by-day quiet time as you journey through the Bible’s four Gospels. These journals are designed to help young women spend time alone with God in Bible reading and prayer. As you turn each page, you begin by praying Psalm 119:18. Then you read the assigned passage and choose a verse to write, including thoughts and questions about

that verse. Then you end your time in prayer. The journal guides you from beginning to end of the particular book of the Gospels, focusing on one section at a time. The front of the book features a short quiet time poem, questions and answers about quiet time, and a sample journal page. The Special Edition Journal contains a reading guide for all four Gospels and could be used for any book of the Bible. Journals in this series are color coded to differentiate each book, identified below. 6.25” x 9”, Approx. 127, sc. ~ RuthEACH JOURNAL . . . . . . . . . . .10.00 9.75006180 Matthew (Green)006172 Mark (Aqua)006170 Luke (Purple)006167 John (Pink) 006188 Special Edition (Blue)

Pray! Prayer Journal (6-AD) No matter where you are in your prayer journey, this journal can help! There’s a lot packed into this 200 page, wire bound, paperback journal. It is full of prompts encouraging you to pray each day, pray for specific things, and pray scripture. The journal is laid out much like a daily planner. At the beginning of the journal, there is a place for you to record specific people to pray for each day of the week. You’ll pray for your family on Monday, God’s family on Tuesday, your com-munity on Wednesday, your nation on Thursday, the world on Friday, the lost on Saturday, and for personal guidance on Sunday. Each month focuses on specific prayers to improve your prayer life and overall character such as seeking the Lord, yielding your heart, trusting His way, and obeying God’s word. Each two-page spread has a six-day layout. Each day has its own box for your prayer requests and scriptures for you to read if you wish to read the Bible in one year. The borders feature scriptures and other insightful quotes. At the end of the month, there is a page for you to write monthly reflections, as well as a prayer for the month for your spiritual growth. The end of the journal features a place for you to record your answered prayers, and a few addi-tional helps and resources to encourage you to keep praying. As an added bonus, this journal is formatted in such a way that you can start using it anytime during the year. – elise036333 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.99 11.75

☼Bible Journaling Kit (9-AD) Add some creative beauty to your devotional journal or Bible. This kit provides a 46-pg design guide; 16 die cuts; 16 stickers; 1 dragon fruit (pink) and 1 starfruit (yellow) highlighter; 1 guava and 1 Acqua Dolce Gelato® coloring stick; 1 gold bullet-nib and 1 black super fine art pen; 2 mixed media pencils; 4 bible journaling stencils; and 2 sheets of decorated Mache paper. 044367 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24.95 19.75

Complete Guide to Bible Journaling (9-AD)025322 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.99 16.95


CHARACTER & DEVELOPMENT

Programs

Big Thoughts For Little People: ABC’s to Help You Grow (PK-1) When my children were little we wore out three copies of Kenneth Taylor’s Bible in Pictures for Little Eyes. Also by Kenneth Taylor, this book is a combination ABC book, primer for Christian living, and fun picture book. I think we would have worn this one out, too. Each letter has a set of two pages which feature a short poem such as “P is for polite, Saying, ‘Thank you,’ and, ‘Please.’ It is not hard to do And puts others at ease.” Topics covered include crying, forgiving, helping, obeying, visitors, yelling, and an alpha-bet of others. A short text reading asks thoughtful questions about the letter topic and provides gentle teaching on the subject. A full-page illus-tration, highly detailed and delightfully and art-fully cluttered, includes multiple items associated with the letter. For instance, the ‘P’ page includes presents, popcorn, pie, porcupines, a parrot and a piñata. Three questions involve the child in the artwork (Point to the children in the picture who are being polite), require the student to make a personal application (Tell about some ways you can be polite) and help the child consider God’s perspective (Does God want us to be polite? Why?). A Bible verse concludes the page. The artwork is the sort that children will spend a long time studying. In addition to the detail already mentioned, there are hidden ladybugs on each page. You and your child will love looking for them, and by the way, you will have to look. This book just begs to be a present to a child loved by you. 60 pgs, hc. ~ Janice041383 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 9.95

☼My First Book About Me (PK-3) A unique sticker book designed to help children learn about themselves and others, including an appreciation for the things that make us differ-ent from one another. Topics covered include feelings, a typical day (hygiene, meals, school, play, story and bedtime), basic body parts, food, friends, and much more. Each page includes information about what makes individuals and space to add missing stickers to complete the page. Includes 4 pages of stickers. A wonderfully gentle way to introduce little ones to the inherent value of others. 24 pgs, sc. ~ Deanne070485 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.99 7.19

Character Building for Families (PK-AD) Just open and use! Because it was written with a family setting in mind, there is no need to adjust or translate instructions and activities designed for classroom use. All the lesson preparation is done for you. Vol. I is a 12-topic study (obedience, orderliness, diligence, loyalty, deference, cheerfulness, gentleness or kindness, contentment, gratitude, truthfulness, service, and hospitality) broken into 165 lessons. Each day’s lesson requires about 20 minutes, which is a reasonable amount of time for before- or after-school devotions with the whole family. The lessons are completely scripted, so you can just open the book and go. Unlike other scripted lessons I’ve seen, these are written more the way people actually speak - it’s comfortable to use as is. All you need to supply is your Bible

for referenced verses. The omission of direct Scripture quotations makes it usable with any Bible translation desired, avoiding the problems encountered with studies that may “turn off” potential users because of preference. Questions in lessons are intended for discussion; there is no written work required. Each lesson closes with a prayer. Volume II is intended as a continuation of the first volume. It covers 5 additional topics (stewardship, teachableness, mercy, patience, and desire for Jesus) with 135 lessons.000655 Volume I. . . . . . . . . .16.00 13.95000660 Volume II . . . . . . . . .16.00 13.95

Character Development Cartoons (K-2)EACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 12.50065373 55 Cartoons For Inside the Home!065372 52 More Cartoons For Out in the World!

Building Christian Character (K-4) This book includes 13 units focusing on hon-oring God, respecting others, telling the truth, self-control, kindness, obeying rules, forgiveness, responsibility, patience, loving everyone, apol-ogizing, thankfulness, and sharing. Every unit holds 10-11 pages of stories and activities for that value. A poster for that trait starts each chapter, along with games, songs and a craft. Then there is a Bible lesson, such as the story of Jonah for “saying I’m sorry,” and an application lesson - a real life situation story in which fictional children learn the lesson. A few activities are included for each lesson, such as following directions, puzzles, crosswords, and other practical, original exercises. Every unit ends with a “My Contract” page, where kids can decide to sign a contract to try and do better in that area. Although you can use this with just one child, I think it would also work well for Sunday school or group, as it is reproducible and several of the activities and games utilize “teamwork.” ~ Stephanie016429 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.99 12.50

Daily Character Education Activities (2-5) Character education is often left out of the class-room, but it is more important to have outstanding character than outstanding academic skills. This book arms the teacher with lessons for a full school year covering citizenship, compassion, fairness, honesty, integrity, perseverance, responsi-bility, respect, self-discipline, and trustworthiness. Each quality is covered through a variety of daily activities for 3-4 weeks; the weekly activities follow the same format. On Mondays, the lesson is intro-duced through a children’s story, poem, or quote. Follow-up discussion questions are provided. Every Tuesday’s exercise engages children in the con-cept by using questions or projects as prompts for students to show their understanding of the topic. Wednesday’s lessons involve fun projects, brainstorming sessions, or worksheets about the character trait as well as “Take-Home Activities” in which students involve their parents in the lesson from that day. Thursdays provide an opportunity for children to share their parents’ responses to the take home activities. On Friday’s, games, plays, and other active activities wrap up the week’s lesson. Although designed for use with a group of children, it is possible to adapt most of the activities for use with one or two children. ~ StephEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 7.50032043 Grades 2-3 032044 Grades 4-5

ACSI Character Foundation Curriculum (K-6) Character study and development books abound today. Every educational material supplier has jumped on the bandwagon and offers at least one line in this area - and I’m referring to secular pub-lishers! Apparently the biggest thing since multi-culturalism is character building (usually located right next to the self-esteem books!). Evidently, schools are coming to realize that character development is a vital part of learning. As a result, we’ve had an opportunity to pore through many such books. After wading through them, we came back to this series, which was out of print for awhile, but republished in ‘98. Secular books are no match for this Bible-based series. While other materials bend over backwards to include other cultures and religions, these books are unashamedly and exclusively Christian. We used this series with our older four girls when they were young, and they have fond memories of it. Each character quality is studied through Bible story, modern application story, and a variety of enjoyable activities. Use these during your Bible time, or as a source for devotional material. While lessons are provided for daily use, you may want to consider using them on Sundays (especially if you do your own “Sunday School” at home rather than at church, as we do). The teacher’s editions contain instructional information, supplemental exercises, and extra activity suggestions. Please note that the Bible and modern application stories are found in the teacher’s editions for grades K-2, but are includ-ed in the student books for grades 3 and above.EACH STUDENT BOOK. . . . . . . 15.95EACH TEACHER EDITION . . . . . 20.50 Student TeacherGetting Started (K) 000990 000991Doing What’s Right (1) 000886 000887Learning To Think (2) 000992 001140Building a Life (3) 000803 000872Willing To Wait (4) 001233 001238Pleasing the Lord (5) 001182 001221Living to Serve (6) 001141 001180

Teaching Character Through Literature (K-6) This study guide from Beautiful Feet serves a dual purpose both by exposing young children to quality literature and using that literature to study good character. The guide holds lists of over 180 recommended books, both for primary and intermediate students. Discussion and com-prehension questions are also included for 25 books, with an emphasis on analyzing character lessons. A great guide for choosing read-alouds with a character/moral emphasis.049600 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.95 16.95

Resources Used in Primary Level (K-3):002241 Runaway Bunny. . . . . . 8.99 6.75025536 Finding a New Land. . 14.75 10.75000753 Clown of God . . . . . . 17.99 12.95049597 Rachel and Obadiah . . 9.95 7.50000774 When I Was Young in the Mountains . . . . . . . 7.99 5.95015119 Miss Rumphius . . . . . . 7.99 5.95015111 Owl Moon . . . . . . . . 17.99 12.50032010 Obadiah the Bold . . . . 9.95 7.50002525 Courage of Sarah Noble 5.99 4.95Resources Used in Intermediate Level (4-6):001319 Whipping Boy . . . . . . . 6.99 5.50007664 Hundred Dresses . . . . . 7.99 6.25007698 Family Under the Bridge 6.99 5.50


025054 Emperor’s New Clothes 6.95 5.50011784 Chanticleer & the Fox 7.99 5.95003185 Call It Courage . . . . . . 6.99 5.75012302 Gathering of Days . . . . 7.99 5.95003451 Benjamin Franklin . . . 17.95 14.95004912 Caddie Woodlawn . . . . 7.99 5.95007300 Door in the Wall . . . . . 6.99 5.25037809 Golden Key & Other Stories . . . . . . . . . . . 17.00 12.95031633 Little Prince . . . . . . . 11.99 8.95

What Would You Do? Moral Dilemmas (2-12) From Critical Thinking Co., these books present moral problems in a logical way. Each book pres-ents real-life scenarios and then asks what you would do in that situation. The first part is usu-ally multiple-choice, but then the book presents additional questions that change the situation or add some complexity, so the students must con-sider how this changes what they’re going to do about the situation. Often the book asks students to explain why they would react the way they would and group discussions prompt students to really get to the heart of the situation and their reaction. The moral dilemmas in the books are geared towards circumstances that children are likely to face in real life. So, what would you do if a friend told a lie in front of you? What if you’re shopping and the cashier rings up a total that’s half of what you were expecting? 32 situations (with multiple variations on each) per book. 32 pgs, pb. ~ Rachel S.EACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.99042191 Book 1 (2-5) 042192 Book 2 (6-12)

Character-Building Stories - Individual Books

Child’s Character Building Volume 1 (PK-2) This book is a great source of character building stories. Three different character traits (creativity, diligence, and wisdom) are presented in four different contexts. First, a lesson is given using actual stories from the Bible. Then the same quality is presented in a story in school, home, and play situations. These were among our chil-dren’s favorite stories when they were younger. The stories are interesting and the character qual-ities effectively portrayed.005832 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20.00 14.50

If Jesus Came to My House (PK-3) A sweet story with the general message of treat-ing others the same way you would treat Jesus. To be hospitable and generous, brave, gracious and caring. This book subtly suggests how one might behave in small ways on a day-to-day basis to honor Jesus. Hc.002110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.99 12.50

Parables from Nature (4-7) Let everything that hath breath praise the Lord, together with the nature that He hath created! This charming reprint contains a col-lection of four books originally written between 1855-1870. Containing twenty nine stories that range from 8-25 pages, each focuses on teaching children the moral lessons of God through the eyes of nature. Retaining the original language, these tales may be best read aloud as some of the vocabulary may challenge the elementary or young middle school student. Yet, it is the historic nature of these stories that adds beauty to the literature selections! Topically, children

will authority and obedience through the worker bees; the circle of blessing found through the water cycle, the grace of God in our harvests; and many other spiritual anecdotes designed to lead children to foundation of faith and good moral character. This book contains the original stories reprinted without added content, if you would prefer an edition of this text with expand-ed science lessons, please see Parables from Nature from Queen Homeschool (#050295). Unabridged from Yesterday’s Classics. Black and White illustrations. 442 pgs, pb.~ Deanne039807 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95

Character-Building Stories - Collections & Series

I Need to Talk to You About…Series (PK-2) These colorful little books by Susan K. Leigh and Dan Carr teach kids important life lessons in a friendly, colorful way. They cover a variety of issues, all written from a child’s point of view and using simple language. Each book points out God’s love and forgiveness while teaching why certain behaviors are bad and providing Scripture verses to emphasize the central theme. The vers-es are in NIV and are presented on every few pages. The easy to read text points out the con-sequences of different sins in a kid-centered way. They share stories about a young boy or girl who participates in each sin and then discovers how wrong it is and seeks forgiveness. The full-color, glossy pages hold illustrations similar to those found in comic books. Even though these book-lets are small, they get to the point and show kids the negative impact of sins and how to overcome them. 4.5” x 5.5”, 16 pgs, pb. ~ RachelEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.49 1.15002559 Bad Manners 002797 Lying002574 Bad Words 002942 My Bad Temper050040 Bedtime 055157 My Parents002928 Being a Bad Sport002585 Bullying 002987 Paying Attention002596 Cheating 055158 School002630 Disrespect 002864 Sharing055156 Feeling Sad 002885 Stealing002632 Greed 055159 Talking Back050041 Healthy Eating 002888 Vandalism050042 Homework 050043 Video Games002938 Hurting Others 002924 Whining002669 Laziness

Help Me Be Good Series (PK-2)EACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.99 4.50011908 Being a Bad Sport011933 Being Mean011934 Being Rude011973 Being Selfish012002 Bullying012005 Disobeying012018 Fighting012034 Showing Off012038 Tattling012054 Teasing012068 Whining

☼Scripture Tales Series (PK-4) This nicely illustrated and colorful series is designed to give young children a basic under-standing of vital Biblical virtues and character traits. Although each story is self-contained and can simply be read on its own, each one was

written to be part of a series of short stories emphasizing what the New Testament calls the “fruits of the Spirit.” Stories emphasize a Scripture verse and highlight a child and a family and their opportunity to practice a Biblical trait. Large print and non-complicated story structures make these story books quite suitable for use as ‘read aloud’ volumes for very young children. ~ MikeEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.99 7.50027718 The Best-Ever Hiding Place

The virtue of forgiveness. 24 pgs, pb.027754 Sam’s Sacrifice

The virtue of love. 26 pgs, pb.

☼Learning to Get Along Series (PK-4) As a mom, I often felt like all I did was tell my children “no” or “stop that,” always focusing on the negative. Looking back, I wonder if the constant barrage of “no” went unheeded because I neglected to provide proac-tive instruction about right behavior. I love this series because it teach-es respect and responsibility in a gentle yet, thought-provoking way. Each straightforward book is written in a manner young children can understand. No Christian content; common moral standards are taught. 35 pgs, sc. Used with Simply Classical Myself and Others curriculum. ~ DeanneEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .11.99 9.95009799 Cool Down and Work through Anger009819 Know and Follow Rules009823 Listen and Learn009827 Understand and Care

Hive of Busy Bees (K-5) Life on a farm sure is different than in the city! That’s what Don and Joyce quickly find out after they have a run in with a bee hive. After the stings have worn off, Don and Joyce’s grandma promises to tell them a story about a bee. Now, these stories aren’t about actual buzzing bees, but about life lessons such as “Bee Obedient,” “Bee Honest,” “Bee Truthful,” and “Bee Kind.” Each story features children going through life circumstances where they have to make a choice to listen to the bee buzzing a message in their ear or to ignore the bee and endure the consequenc-es that are sure to follow. The seventeen chap-ters that follow tell of the adventures that Don and Joyce have on the farm, and each chapter concludes with one of Grandma’s “Bee Stories.” In Another Hive of Bees, the twins, Danny and Debbie, are finally old enough to spend a sum-mer with Grandma and Grandpa just like Don and Joyce did. Their only special request for the summer is to hear some of Grandma’s “Bee Stories,” and Grandma is more than willing to share twenty-one new stories. Through these sto-ries your children will learn timeless life lessons, and the Christian message rings loud and clear in each story. These “buzzing bees” are a great way to introduce the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives. These two volumes have been around for the past sixty years, and I’m sure they will be around for children to enjoy for many, many years to come! – elise038850 Hive (Vol 1) . . . . . . . .6.95 6.25038811 Another Hive (Vol 2) . .6.95 6.25


THE MILLERS

Storytime With the Millers (PK-5) Similar to Wisdom and the Millers, written for a slightly lower age-range. Character-building stories that your whole family will enjoy.001789 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.50 5.95

Missionary Stories With the Millers (PK-AD) Stories based on actual experiences in the lives of Christian missionaries. Excellent and realistic view of God’s foot soldiers as they face extreme conditions and angry people. Some are saved, some are martyred — all are victorious!001799 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00 6.75

Wisdom and the Millers (1-7) Perfect for family devotions because of the strong moral lessons and as entertaining as good fiction, this makes an excellent read-aloud for the whole family to enjoy. 25 lessons explain and illustrate passages f|rom Proverbs, each including a story based on a true life experience.012196 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00 6.75

School Days with the Millers (2-9) Stories that apply Bible truths and principles to everyday life. More lessons to learn as we follow the Miller children as they face problems and make decisions as part of their normal school day.001802 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00 6.75

Prudence and the Millers (2-9) Lessons about health, safety, and courtesy from the Bible. Every chapter is based on a Scripture passage and realistic story, illustrating aspects of prudent life.001801 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00 6.75

Growing with the Millers (4-8) These stories teach Biblical principles and illus-trate verses from Scripture. Follow the Miller fam-ily as they learn about appreciation, kindness, witnessing, and more. Includes some missionary stories, too!013404 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00 6.75

Make and Do with the Millers (PK-3) An activity book for young children with thirty pages each correlated to one story from the Miller Family Series. These color, cut, and paste activities develop the lesson or theme of the story as well as providing creativity and fun. Instructions are provided and other materials needed (for pasting activities) are ones commonly found around the home (like twigs, cotton, foil, seeds, and string).003284 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.50

Character Companion (2-9) Well, the name says it all. Complementing the Miller Family Series, this reproducible (for your family) workbook provides an opportunity to focus on one character quality, apply scripture, revisit a “Miller” story, and enjoy some language arts applications (i.e. antonyms, synonyms, parts of speech). Adaptable for the multiple ages typ-ically found in a family, plan to spend about a week on each of the 50 character qualities. A thesaurus and answer key are in the back. 60 pgs, pb. ~ Janice011282 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.50

Working With Wisdom (3-4) A companion workbook for Wisdom and the Millers that uses games, puzzles, and simple exercises to reinforce the lessons from each chapter. 001788 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.50

Prudence and Your Health (4-6) This is a workbook designed to be used with Prudence and the Millers. A lesson in this work-book corresponds to each chapter in the book. As you join the Miller children you will learn about health, safety, and courtesy from the Bible and from real-life experiences. You will gain a basic understanding of the parts and systems of the human body, as well as how to keep them healthy as our Creator intended. Each lesson expands on what the Miller children learned and provides review questions to ensure children are paying attention. The lessons may include word puzzles, true or false questions, fill in the blanks, or writing essays.001051 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.50

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Children’s Book of Virtues (PK-6) This companion book to The Book of Virtues is geared towards the younger crowd, and is perfect for adults to read out loud with their children. The slightly oversized book holds around thirty different poems and short stories extolling various virtues - courage and perseverance, responsi-bility and self-discipline, compassion and faith, and honesty, loyalty and friendship. The pages are brightly illustrated with colorful pictures to further capture the attention of young children. Perfect for bedtime reading. 111 pgs, hc.030130 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.99 16.95

Book of Virtues: A Treasury of Great Moral Stories (PK-12) Truly great teachers, like Jesus or Aesop, use parables or stories to get their ideas across. William Bennett, former Secretary of Education under President Reagan, recognizes the value of this approach in teaching character traits to our children. By compiling in one book a collection of classic stories, poetry, and hymns from a variety of times and places, he has made our job as parents a little easier. Working on self-discipline? How about the story of “Midas” or “George Washington’s Rules for Civility”? Need examples of compassion? “The Good Samaritan” is hard to beat, but also consider “Androcles and the Lion,” or Tocqueville’s “The Influence of Democracy.” Stories about courage? Choose from “Ulysses and Cyclops” or Patrick Henry’s “Liberty or Death” speech. Other vir-tues illustrated include responsibility, friendship, work, perseverance, honesty, loyalty, and faith. A whopping 800+ pages of character-shaping works. Use alongside your school books, or Dad can read some selections after supper. An exceptional resource. 010081 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 17.95

☼Kingdom Tales (4-AD) A hardback reprint of three earlier books, Tales of the Kingdom, Tales of the Resistance, and Tales of the Restoration, by David & Karen Mains. Added to the end of each “tale” are dis-cussion questions designed to promote deeper thinking about each story’s themes. Published by

My Father’s World 214 pgs, hb. ~ Janice065923 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32.95 26.75

Pilgrim’s Progress

Dangerous Journey: Story of Pilgrim’s Progress (PK-4) Marvelously and thoroughly illustrated by Alan Parry, this version of the famous allegory written in 1676 by John Bunyan was prepared to coin-cide with a TV series called Dangerous Journey, which aired in 1985. This book would make a great bed-time storybook as the rich images, cou-pled with the carefully selected text of the story, make for an experience to subtly teach a lesson while serving as a springboard for a young child’s imagination. 126 pgs, hc. ~ Tom027870 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 17.95

Pilgrim’s Progress Graphic Novel (K-9)EACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.99 9.50046915 Pilgrim’s Progress 1046916 Pilgrim’s Progress 2

Pilgrim’s Progress: In Today’s English (2-7) James H. Thomas retells Bunyan’s classic in modern English to appeal to present-day readers. Some details from the original have been omit-ted and a few characters have been changed or added new to speed up the tempo of the story. The message remains unchanged for current generations to enjoy and consider. 256 pgs, pb.054230 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.99 7.50

Pilgrim’s Progress Workbook for Kids (2-8) These workbooks have been created as study guides to accompany the reading of Pilgrim’s Progress in Today’s English (#54230). Volume 1: Christian’s Journey covers the first eleven chapters (or part 1) while Volume 2: Christiana’s Journey completes the second part of the book, covering chapters 12-20. Chapters in the study are broken down into parts to allow the reader to dissect a few pages at a time. Opening with fill-in-the-blank statements, each part then moves on to discuss the characters, also providing an explanation of what the objects or characters symbolize. In addition, there is a Bible reading and a couple of concluding questions. Each part takes time to help the student fully understand the overall allegory. While these would be an excellent study for an individual child, they would also make a great family devotion. ~ GinaEACH WORKBOOK. . . . . . . . . .9.99 8.50054049 Vol. 1: Christian’s Journey017295 Vol. 2: Christiana’s Journey

Little Pilgrim’s Progress (3-8) Little Pilgrim’s Progress maintains all the alle-gorical messages, characters and places of the original. Helen Taylor wanted a younger audi-ence (elementary and middle school children) to profit from the allegory as much as countless generations of “grown-up” Christians had before them. Accordingly, the language and vocabulary is more accessible and the main character is a young boy rather than a man. See our Reading section for more details on the corresponding Adventure Guide, which examines everything from literary elements to biblical truths found in the book.003903 Little Pilgrim’s Progress 10.99 7.25011280 Adventure Guide . . . . . .8.99 6.50


Pilgrim’s Progress (8-AD) This well-known book by John Bunyan has been translated and read all over the world. Written over three hundred years ago, it is a spectacular allegory of the Christian life. The main character, formerly known as Graceless but now called Christian, leaves the City of Destruction in order to reach the Celestial City. However, the journey is not easy, and before he gets there he will have to traverse the hill Difficulty, the Valley of the Shadow of Death, and even Vanity Fair. He meets both friends and enemies on his journey, such as Hopeful, Mercy, and the Giant Despair of Doubting Castle. A couple different editions are available, both softcover. 021506 Baker Publishing Ed . . 5.99 4.95

This edition has restored text that, as nearly as possible, follows the last edition Bunyan himself revised, as well as a short bio on Bunyan; it is 304 pages.

002184 Dover Thrift Edition. . .7.00 5.75The complete unabridged original text with the original editorial notes in the margin.

Hinds’ Feet on High Places for Children (PK-6) This book is a children’s version of the original Hinds’ Feet on High Places by Hannah Hurnard. Carefully adapted for a younger audience, it retains the rich vocabulary and inspiring storyline of the original allegory. If you are not familiar with this story, it is about a young girl named Much-Afraid. Although Much-Afraid is a servant of the Shepherd, she still worries a lot, and she is surrounded by her Fearing relatives, Dismal, Spiteful, Craven Fear, and Self-Pity. When she tells the Shepherd she wants to leave the Valley and go to the High Places, she learns that He has been waiting for her to say those very words. He tells her that the journey will be difficult and dangerous, but He will provide her with two companions for help. Also, although she won’t be able to see Him, He reminds her that she only needs to call and he will answer. Much-Afraid begins the long journey, but she faces many doubts and hesitations along the way. Will she ever reach the High Places, or will she turn away from the path the Shepherd has put before her? The story is fully illustrated with gorgeous, colorful pictures. Every few pages, at natural breaking points in the story, there is a page with discussion questions, relevant Bible verses, and a short prayer to pray with kids. A wonderful story to read aloud and discuss with children. 116 pgs. - Melissa003054 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99 11.50

Character-Building Stories - Audio & Video

YOUR STORY HOUR ALBUMSAdventures in LifeEACH ALBUM (CDs) . . . . . . . 45.00 36.95034357 Album 8 - Adventures in Life 1

Truthfulness, concern for others, courage, persistence, answered prayer, the use of tal-ents, courtesy, love, loyalty, making friends, pioneer days, Lincoln, the Pony express, and the Civil War.

034358 Album 9 - Adventures in Life 2Faith, answered prayer, generation gap, keeping promises, returning good for evil, thoughtfulness, choosing friends, honesty, self-reliance, overcoming difficulties, gossip, temperance, and playing with sin.

034359 Album 10 - Adventures in Life 3Obedience, honesty, resisting temptation, respect, freedom, kindness to pets, greed, lying, concern for others, cheating, steward-ship, love for parents, A Christmas Carol and other Christmas stories, and Captain John Smith.

034360 Album 11 - Adventures in Life 4Respect for the elderly, faithfulness, brav-ery, God’s protection, resisting temptation, dishonesty, courtesy, unselfish love, peer pressure, Christmas stories, alcohol addic-tion, shoplifting, cheating, gambling, and bad friends.

Great Stories Albums - CDs You and your child will enjoy listening to the stories of people who faced adversity but pulled through with courage and determination. These stories include people we have all heard of and people not as well known with some of the most courageous stories you can imagine. In true “Your Story Hour” fashion these stories will teach important values for good character building. Stories included on each volume are listed below each title.EACH ALBUM. . . . . . . . . . . . .22.50 17.95027873 Volume 1

Bravest One, The Emerald Violin, We Bixby’s Stick Together, Betsy’s Peanut Butter Manna, All Things for Andrew, A Sheaf of Grain, The Raven and the Ring, Little Em, Fanny Crosby, The Gunner Wore Petticoats and Johann Sebastian Bach.

027874 Volume 2George Washington, Henry Ford, Honey Creek Heroine, The Autograph (John Hancock), Special Strength, The Most Important Treasure, The Good Neighbor, Sandy’s Singing, Bread on the Waters (Louisa May Alcott), The Clock Struck Ten.

027875 Volume 3Robert E. Lee, Johnny Appleseed, The Darling Locomotive Chase, Sacagawea, The Girl Astronomer, and Precious Burdens/Part-Time Indian.

027876 Volume 4The Lady of Longpoint, A Dog Named Bear, Elizabeth Blackwell, Jamie, Where Are You? /Giving Love Away, Gold Medal Twins/ Sara, Special Kid, Grandma Miller’s Farm, A New Little Kid, The Yellow Fever Fighter, Lost, The Brown Van and God Bless.

027877 Volume 5Sojourner Truth, Hudson Taylor, John Newton and Eleanor Roosevelt.

037524 Volume 6Mystery of the Open Window, Celestrina’s Miracle, Woman of Small Importance, Mystery of the Disappearing Hole and 9 more stories.

037526 Volume 7Paul Revere, Eli Whitney, Mary Jemison, Sybil Ludington, Lucretia Mott, and the Pony Express.

041766 Volume 8Mysterious Midnight Ride, Don’t Go Today, Grasshopper Stew, The Sharpened Knife, The Last Stop Café, Grandpa Jack’s Attic, At Rainbow’s End, You Can’t Run From God, Christopher, The Thin Excuse, Cyberboy, and The Club.

031321 Volume 9Sir Ernest Shackleton—Sailing South, The Relentless Ice, Castaways In a Frozen World, Incredible Voyage, Impossible Journey, Amazing Rescue, The Disappearing Trucker, Three Months Under the Snow, Alone For Christmas, The Golden Locket, Uncle Tootsie Roll, The Ring of Fire, Thirteen O’Clock, and The Wall of God.

047958 Volume 10Mice In the Ice Box (Theodore Roosevelt), Teedie Grows Up, The Western Adventure, Man of Courage, The Youngest President, Man Of Vision, The River Of Doubt, Roentgen’s Ray, Fleming’s Mysterious Ring, Florey, Chain and the Magical Mold (The story of Penicillin), I Love Mathematics!, and The Schoolchildren’s Blizzard.

004507 Volume 11Thomas Jefferson: The Young Virginian, Champion of Democracy, and The Third President; Dakota Doctor Lady (Helena Wink); Irena Sendler: True Pearls and False Papers, and Secrets of the Apple Tree; the Zamzam “missionary ship:” Away From Safe Harbor and The Prison Ship; The Secret of Cobble Cottage; and The Best Wiseman Ever.

020008 Volume 12Child of Privilege/Woman of China (Lottie Moon); Promise in the Woods/Mama Lillian (Lillian Trasher); Mary Jane’s Dream/Dollar and a Half School (Mary Bethune); Mayala, the Congo Chief; Kidnapping of Jemima Boone; Let’s Play Ball; When Angels Come; Good-for-Nothing Mutt; Man Called Schafer/Boomer the Bulldog.

Character-Building - Supplemental

☼Character Building Activity Kits (PK-3) Need to work on those please and thank-yous? What about empathy, perseverance, determina-tion, or just plain connecting? These kits make it easy, providing all the supplies and ideas you need coupled with just the right amount of informational text and step-by-step instructions. They encourage better behavior and social skills, learning through effort, problem-solving, and it’s okay to make mistakes. While they are fun and enlightening for any young students, parents of children with Autism, Asperger’s, ADHD, and other special needs will find them especially helpful. Each kit focuses on specific skills (such as connect & share, artistic, fine motor, imag-inative play, gross motor, language, cognitive, storytelling) and provides all supplies needed for activities. Please note the activity/story books surprisingly lack apostrophes in possessives and contractions. ~ Janice 1CHOKING HAZARD (1). Not <3 yrs.070203 Card Making Kit . . . .15.00 12.75

Includes card stock, foam stickers, wooden blocks, ink pad, and stickers. Skills: connect & share, artistic, fine motor.

070204 Courtesy Activity Kit 30.00 24.95Includes activity/story book, courtesy brace-lets (plastic letters, cords), table manners game (game board, playing pieces, color die), and thank you cards (ink pad, card-stock, foam pieces, wood block). Skills: gross motor, imaginative play, fine motor, artistic, language, connect & share.

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070205 Courtesy Lacing Beads 10.00 8.50Includes letter beads and cords in a draw-string cloth bag plus small booklet on cour-tesy. Skills: connect & share, fine motor, and language

070206 Determination Journal 12.00 10.25Includes journal pages, spine, brads, book ring, color pencils, crayons, ribbon. Skills: cognitive, artistic, language.

070207 Empathy Activity Kit 30.00 24.95Includes activity/story book, empathy mag-net (wood plaque, plastic letters, magnet), feelings & faces game (foam “faces”, google eyes, glue stick, markers), and bouquet of felt flowers (felt cutouts, chenille strips, buttons). Skills: artistic, cognitive, storytelling, lan-guage, create & explore, imaginative play, and connect & share.

070208 Perseverance Actvty Kit 30.00 24.95Includes activity/story book, try, try again sun catcher, jungle game, determination journal. Skills gross motor, imaginative play, fine motor

☼Arm Charms (PK-5) Packs of 72 cardstock bracelets have lovely designs that you can use for work incentives, birthday parties, group identification on a field trip and more! The Love pack has 3 styles with pink, purple, blue and red and the expression Love One Another at one end of the design. The Jesus set includes 3 designs with crazy-fun colorful shoes in purple, green, blue, yellow & orange with Walking with Jesus in a sketchy font at one end. Each comes with a page of clear stickers to use as tape. Each bracelet is 8.5” x almost 1”. ~ Sara038723 Love One Another . . . .4.49 4.25038735 Walking with Jesus . . .4.49 4.25

PARENTING

“Dad” T-shirt My first creative venture! “Dad: A Son’s First Hero - A Daughter’s First Love” is written on the front. Light gray T-shirt features a dark blue insig-nia and lettering, navy shirt has a silver insignia and lettering. - BobEACH SHIRT (except XXL) . . . .10.50 8.95EACH XXL SHIRT . . . . . . . . . .15.00 9.95Size: Light Gray NavyMedium 018909 015694Large 009351 015693XL 009352 015700XXL 009353 015675

☼8 Simple Tools for Raising Great Kids (AD) This felt like a book of reminders to do those things we often forget to do with/for our children because we get too busy with life: slow down, pay attention, remember that your word choices matter, look for the positive, and get to know your kids as individuals. We can all use some perspective and encouragement from time to time. Dr. Todd Cartmell gives real life exam-ples, of the good and bad, in 5 short chapters – because parents get busy! Take a little time for yourself and read something that will benefit everyone in the house. You can even take an online assessment to see areas where you can make improvement. Hearts at Home, Moody Publishers, sc, 200 pp ~ Sara065158 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.99 9.25

Better Together Because You’re Not Meant to Mom Alone (AD) Let’s be frank. Some of us are natural born “BFFs”-you know, the woman who makes a best friend at every women’s event she attends. Others—the rest of us—find women’s friend-ships awkward and challenging. The reality is this mom thing is hard: personally and on our marriages. In this book, Jill Savage presents a compelling vision for women’s friendships with a variety of ideas for finding and building rela-tionships. Interwoven are stories and friendship assignments to help you build friendships that will help you thrive as a mom. The included Scripture references and prayer exercises will help you feel more confident in loving a friend through difficult challenges. Thankfully, we are not alone on this jour-ney. Find your sense of belonging through mom-friendships and experience the wisdom and the spiritual and emotional (among others!) health benefits that quality friendships offer. Your family will thank you! 53 pgs, pb. ~ Deanne065159 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13.99 9.95

Five Love Languages of Children (AD) Based on the same ideas as the bestseller The Five Love Languages, also written by Gary Chapman, this book focuses on cultivating a lov-ing relationship with your children. This entails identifying your child’s primary love language – physical touch, words of affirmation, quality time, gifts, or acts of service – and then learning to speak it to them. In the first chapters, Gary concentrates on each of the five love languag-es in turn. Using real-life examples of children and their parents, he details each language, showing the different aspects of it and offering guidance on how to “talk” to your child in this language. Each of these chapters also concludes with a long list of specific ideas for speaking the language such as baking together, having a campout in your own yard, taking family walks, and asking specific questions about their day for “quality time” children. If your child’s primary love language hasn’t become clear already by reading these chapters, Gary provides tips for identifying it in the next chapter. He then tackles helpful subjects in light of the love language approach: discipline, learning, anger and love, speaking love languages in single-parent homes, and speaking the love languages in marriage (a good marriage can only benefit your relationship with your children). Ideas for further reading and a helpful love language assessment test are con-tained at the end of the book. A free study guide is availble online. 224 pgs, pb. ~ Steph036305 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.99 9.95

Raising Uncommon Kids: 12 Biblical Traits You Need to Raise Selfless Kids (AD) I was raised on the adage, “Do as I say, not as I do.” All too often, children do learn from what they see their parents do, rather what their par-ents tell them. This book by Sami Cone, shows parents and also offers ideas on how to model proper behavior for their children. The book is divided into 3 sections to help par-ents teach their children the 12 traits taken from Colossians 3:12-17 – love, harmony, gentleness, bearing with, forgiveness, wisdom, patience, kindness, gratitude, peace, humility, and com-passion. Using stories from her life, the author

demonstrates what to do and what not to do as you train-up your own children. Scattered with scripture, this book offers Biblical principles on which to base your child-rearing. At the end of each chapter are practical suggestions for ways to implement that quality in your own life – thus modeling it for your children. Much of this seems like common sense now that my own children are grown; but a gentle remind-er is always good. There are no guarantees with our children, but this book can serve as a well-laid out guide to help you raise selfless children. 205 pg., pb. ~ Donna064797 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.00 13.50

Parenting: 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family (AD) Who among us couldn’t use a little help as we try to parent our children according to God’s Word. Parenting is a calling, and children are a blessing, so we want to perform the task in the wisest way possible – but sometimes we get caught up in the daily and forget our real purpose. Paul Tripp has written this book to help parents refocus and reorient, and find the joy in parenting. His goal is to give parents a “big gos-pel parenting worldview.” In many books you might skip the introduction and go straight to chapter one, but please don’t do that in this book. The introduction of this book is titled “Ambassadors.” Do you parent with an ownership or an ambassador attitude? As owners, we are driven by what we want for our children and what we want them to be. But as ambassadors, we parent according to the will and plan of God. After talking through the differences in several different areas, the author then goes through fourteen chapters, areas in which we are to exhibit an ambassador attitude – calling, grace, law, inability, identity, process, lost, authority, foolishness, character, false gods, control, rest, and mercy. This book doesn’t offer any quick fixes or strat-egies, but a big picture of what parenting should look like. It is intended to “give you a new way of thinking and responding to everything on your plate as a parent.” 216 pgs., hc. ~ Donna026795 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22.99 14.50

Raising a Modern-Day Knight (AD) The knight in shining armor! It’s hard to imagine a more masculine image. The knight embodied loyalty, courage, leadership, hones-ty, self-discipline, integrity, and perseverance. Author Robert Lewis wants to renew the vision that medieval fathers had for their sons. His desire stems from disappointment in his own upbringing from an “absentee” father, and he hopes that fathers today will not make the same mistake. Lewis outlines steps to bring our sons along the path to manhood just as the knights had a prescribed course of training. And just as ceremony marked the graduation of a young man from squire to knight, Lewis offers ideas for cer-emonies to celebrate the passing of our sons into manhood. Consider these ideas as we prepare our sons to serve the King. 194 pgs, pb.020511 Book. . . . . . . . . . . . 14.99 11.75041422 Audiobook . . . . . . . .29.99 21.50

Unabridged,read by actor Edward Herrmann. 5 CDs. Approx. 5 ½ hours.


Raising Grateful Kids in an Entitled World (AD) From trophies for every child who participates to teens walking around with selfie sticks and count-ing how many people are following their Twitter and Facebook accounts, it’s no wonder that our culture produces entitled children. And we as parents want our children to be happy. We are quick to give our children the things they want, make them the center of our lives, and fix their mistakes and problems. We may not recognize how these things are contributing to the attitude of entitlement. In this timely book full of practical advice, Kristen Welch (writer of the parenting blog We Are THAT Family) shares her family’s journey of changing their attitudes (and not just the kids’!) from entitlement to gratefulness. Ten chapters cover such topics as Wants vs. Needs, Seven Ways We Parents Miss the Boat, Making Smart Choices about Technology, Cultivating Obedience, and Gratitude is a Choice. Each chapter identifies factors contributing to entitlement; offers advice on how to handle situations differently to instead cultivate better attitudes which will go against the flow of the culture around us. Chapters close with specific strategies for parents themselves as well as for parents to implement with toddlers/pre-schoolers, elementary aged children, and Tweens/Teens. Though the author herself is coming from a Christian perspective, the tips in this book will be helpful to anyone looking to combat the sense of entitlement in their kids, no matter what their basis or personal reasons. Appendices in the back include a well-conceived cell phone contract for parents to have with their children; a sample Christian Parent Manifesto; and a list of Recommended Resources. A discussion guide follows with questions to think about yourself, to talk over with your spouse, or to examine together in a small group study. – Steph065359 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99 11.75

☼What’s Next? (AD) Parenting adult children is a challenge. Providing the guidance to help our young adults successfully move from their home-based edu-cation towards their life’s work is still somewhat uncharted. Todd Wilson (Familyman Ministries) provides a practical look at the various paths our children can take after high school and helps steer a reasonable channel between the two great myths about “the elephant in the room” of that discussion. 1) College is the only path to success. 2) College is evil. His seven action points for par-ents will ring with godly truth and parental love. The goal, after all, is not to force our children down a path defined by others but to biblically guide them in the path that has been prepared for them by a loving God. 71 pgs, pb. ~ Janice070974 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.99 7.75

Wise Words for Moms (AD) A chart designed as a starting point to finding appropriate Scripture to help correct unaccept-able behavior in your child. For each behavior, such as blame shifting, defiance, etc., the chart presents one or more heart probing questions, a Scripture to be used for correction, a Scripture of encouragement, and additional verses to study and consider. This chart points you in the right direction as you seek to bring up your children in line with the Word. 5 pgs. ~ Tom027696 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.00 3.50

Manners

Richard Scarry’s Please & Thank You Book (PK-2) In this collection of charming stories, Richard Scarry’s well-known characters model both good and bad manners - and usually with visible consequences! Seven short stories show good behavior and bad behavior, including Lowly Worm helping Little Sister tie her shoelace, a young pig refusing to help out around the house, Harry Hyena playing with Tillie’s favorite vase, and everyone remembering to thank Dolly the pig and her mother for inviting them to Dolly’s party. Also, don’t miss Lowly’s list of “horrid pests” - let’s hope we don’t resemble these! An excellent read-aloud.029914 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.99 3.95

☼Remember Your Manners (PK-5) Reading stories aloud about kids who are behav-ing badly is a good way to demonstrate what one ought to do in various situations. These partic-ular stories include topics regarding manners, self-control, showing respect and sportsmanship (from a secular perspective). Prior to each story is a page for laying out story concepts and ques-tions to ask after reading. I especially like the role play suggestions on this page to really get students to remember the lessons. Story pages are reproducible with pictures to color at the top of every page. A couple of pages are provided to post as visual reminders (teaching posters). Each story is about 6-9 pages long. Correlation standards are listed in the back NAEYC/IRA. Reproducible. 160pp ~ Sara 066396 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 10.95

Everyday Graces: Child’s Book of Good Manners (PK-7) You know you’re holding an unusual book when it’s endorsed by talk show host, Dr. Laura; Senator Elizabeth Dole; professional hockey player, Mario Lemieux; and singer/songwriter Bono. What could they possibly agree on? Manners! This delightful and deliberate educa-tion in all things pertaining to good manners – respecting mother and father, using words wise-ly, table manners, washing and dressing, caring for the elderly and sick, getting along with others, in school, good sportsmanship, writing letters and invitations, church, weddings, and funerals, kindness toward animals, and respecting our country – is taught through a wonderful anthol-ogy of engaging stories and poems punctuated with the author’s gentle summations. No dull list of dos and don’ts here. The broad selection – some well-known; some from long-forgotten personages; and some contemporary – is similar to Book of Virtues but there is more application especially geared to a younger audience. 390 pgs, hc ~ Janice044574 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25.00 21.95

☼Children’s Book of Manners (K-3) Clear illustrations demon-strate good and bad behaviors as you read a scenario. But wait, there’s more! First of all, you are following a small class of children and get to know them by name. This is important since each situa-tion asks the reader how the naughty behavior affected the others. It’s not just you that your behavior affects – what a valuable lesson! Oh, and these are British children, so there are few vocabulary words like bin or queue that may garner a question from your kiddos. The children resolve their issues as you see how they could have prevented someone getting physically or emotionally hurt through colorful illustrations. It’s a ‘what to do/what not to do’ that makes the message very clear. Now it’s time to participate! A question at the bottom of each page asks the reader questions about the children in the book and about their own behavior. How is Dan being rude? Do you say ‘thank you?’ If you say thank you, you get to place a sticker after the question (14 behavior stickers included). Now, your child gets to show you that he/she really understood the message in the book. A colorful behavior chart (11.5x9”) comes out of the back cover and 40 adorable gold star stickers (many with faces and accolades) can be used on the chart to reward agreed-upon behaviors. It’s all very straight for-ward and relatable to the children. Specifically you will see: say sorry, share toys, say please, be quiet, be kind, say thank you, hold door open, tidy your room, listen, play safely, put away trash and generally use good manners. This would make a great sibling gift. 30pp, 6.5”x 9” ~ Sara063715 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.99 7.95

Little Book of Manners (1-6)EACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 10.95023631 Little Book of Manners (Girls)

Young Emilie Marie is learning all about manners, and she is keen to tell you all about what Aunt Evelyn has been teaching her. Learn all about meeting and greeting, telephone manners, playtime and visiting, mealtimes, party manners, and saying thank you in person and in writing. Brightly illus-trated and written in a conversational tone, this book is all about courtesy and kindness for young ladies. ~ Zach

023632 Little Book of Manners for BoysThis little book holds a lot of principles for boys to think of when it comes to their man-ners. Written for boys to read themselves, this book covers 13 areas where manners are a consideration: watching your words; school stuff; taking care of things; being a good sport; leadership; being out in public places; places where you don’t feel com-fortable; talking to big people; girls; eating; soap, showers, and socks; things you do with your friends that are not appropriate elsewhere; and how/when to say or write thanks to people. Colorfully illustrated, each of the 13 chapters has a “Coach’s Corner” with extra tips about the manners covered. Learning when to say sorry and how to shake hands is just as important as knowing when to chew with your mouth closed and what tone of voice to use. ~ Zach


102 Differences Between Cats and Dogs for Kids (2-5)065371 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.99 16.75

Washington’s Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior (3-AD) It’s that little red book of rules - 110 of them. Compiled by George Washington at the age of 14, these rules are intended to help polish man-ners and perfect self-control. This small format, hardcover book is in the original old style lan-guage. 30 pgs. ~ Zach000665 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.95 8.50

☼Emily Post’s Guide to Good Manners for Kids (4-8) Good manners are so much more than saying the magic words please and thank you; they are the foundation of interpersonal relationships with others from childhood through adulthood. Written by third generation Post authors, this book focuses on various situations shared by all children at home, play, and school including special occasions, dining and travel etiquette. Children will learn the power and process of the written thank you note, online etiquette, table manners, how to be a good sport, mall manners, classroom and group relationships, how to make friends, telephone etiquette including message taking and much more! Destined to become your family’s favorite resource for tackling social situ-ations with respect. Part of the Simply Classical Myself and Others curriculum. 144 pgs., hc ~ Deanne009845 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.99 12.50

365 Manners Kids Should Know (AD) I know it says “kids,” but what about adults? We can all think of at least one person with question-able manners who might benefit from this book! Start your kids young and prepare them for life. Good manners are more than just knowing the rules. They include a good attitude, respect, and consideration for others everyday. There is one rule for each day of the calendar year accompanied by a reinforcement activity. This book covers casual situations, formal situ-ations, writing thank-you notes, speaking on the phone, and so much more. Don’t eat from the buffet table, when to wear flowers, what NOT to do with your straw are just a few examples. This book is designed to help parents develop a vision as well as a practical plan for raising well-mannered children. Along with the rules and activities, you’ll find anecdotes and helpful advice for turning rules into good habits. Every family should own a copy of this easy-to-use book. 320 pgs, pb. ~ Donna040859 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.00 10.95

Manners Manipulatives & Games

Good Manners Flash Cards (PK-1) Get ready to fall in love with these flash cards! The coloring and illustrations remind me a little bit of Beatrix Potter or Winnie-The-Pooh illus-trations, though they are more cartoon-like and slightly brighter in color. A polite pig is the usual character on the cards. Other characters include another pig, a dog and a turtle. One side of the flash card has a question about what to do in a certain situation. The other side has the correct answer with another colorful illustration. Topics include good manners for the dinner table, for telephone calls, for games and sports, for rela-tionships, and more. 48 cards ~ Caryl1CHOKING HAZARD (1). Not <3yrs.033147 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.95

Mind Your Manners Language Cards (PK-4) Looking for an interactive and fun way to teach your children manners? Engage them in open discussions with the help of these colorful 5 1/2” x 6” language cards. The 40 cards are made out of sturdy cardstock and feature colorful, clearly presented, cartoon illustrations on both sides. Side “A” shows the improper behavior, while side “B” shows the proper manner. The cards come in a storage tin and an activity guide is also included! “Don’t litter,” “Chew your food with your mouth closed,” “Don’t be a poor sport,” “Hold the door for others,” “Don’t tease or be a bully,” and many other great lessons are included in this set! Through these help of these cards your children will develop an understanding of proper manners, learn to distinguish between correct and incorrect behavior, and strengthen their communications skills. A great addition to your study of manners. – elise037005 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11.99 9.75

FAMILY RELATIONS

Making Brothers and Sisters Best Friends (PK-AD) This book was written by two sisters and their brother to combat a problem that they noticed was all too common. They saw other brothers and sisters continually living at odds with each other, complaining about each other, and definitely not enjoying each other’s company. So they decided to take their observations seriously and try to help those who don’t count their brothers and sisters in with their friends (or best friends). The book is divided into 12 chapters, each one covering top-ics like finding the root of the problem(s), healing hurt relationships, the key to relationships, and practical ways to build friendships. Each chapter begins with each of the authors writing their own section, so you get three different perspectives. Then, they have collaborated to write a practical summation of advice, including steps for applica-tion and a common question with their answer. Along the way, they offer helpful suggestions, ideas, and evaluations, often through true stories from their family’s life. By Sarah, Stephen, and Grace Mally, 280 pgs, pb. Also available is a coloring/activity book that the siblings designed to be used alongside the book. It contains activity pages, projects, pictures to color, and questions to answer that reinforce lessons from the book and encourage kids to put into practice what they are learning. Children will color pictures, answer

questions about their siblings or Bible verses, draw pictures, develop ways to be a better broth-er or sister, and more. 64 pgs, pb.017140 Book. . . . . . . . . . . . .14.00 10.50008605 Coloring Book . . . . . . .7.00 6.50

The Young Peacemaker (K-8) Recommended by Tedd Tripp, the author of Shepherding a Child’s Heart, this book was written to bring the wonderful concepts of The Peacemaker, by Ken Sande, to young children. Everyone experiences conflict, and teaching children how to be peacemakers can really help their relationships with parents, siblings, and friends. This manual was written to parents and teachers to use with children. It is divided into three main units - Understanding Conflicts, Responding to Conflict, and Preventing Conflict. Each of these units contains four different chap-ters/lessons. To give you an idea of the content, here are a few of the chapter titles: What Causes Conflict?, Choices Have Consequences, Conflict is an Opportunity, The Freedom of Forgiveness, Altering Choices, and Think Before You Speak. The lessons are divided into six sections. The first section sets the stage, including an introduction to the lesson, a review of the previous concepts learned, discussion questions, and short story illustrating the main principles of the lesson. The lesson follows, introducing the biblical principles of peacemaking and how they can be used to resolve conflict and make peace. The remaining sections give a closing prayer, activities to assign as desired (found in the Student Activity Book, only available in the set), a list of relevant Bible passages to reinforce the lesson, and a final summary highlighting the key principle and main points of the lesson as well as a Bible memory verse. This manual was designed to be covered in twelve weeks, but the program is very flexible and can adapt to different time frames. This is a wonderful manual to be used in Christian or home schools, Sunday schools, or family devo-tions. 199 pgs. - Melissa017185 Book. . . . . . . . . . . . .19.95 14.50016129 Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34.95 25.95

Includes The Young Peacemaker and student activity book (CD format).

☼What Did You Expect? Redeeming the Realities of Marriage (AD) Marriages aren’t built on the 2-3 big decisions we make. Rather, the quality and character of our marriage is built on the thousands of little daily decisions. This book from respected pastor/counselor Paul David Tripp, provides insight into the Gospel’s power to transform strong or strug-gling marriages. Authentic stories and examples, gospel-centered relationship counsel and six commitments for a marriage are the heart of this book. Dr. Tripp expands upon these six com-mitments with practical and effective advice to equip us to grow the loving, grace-infused mar-riage we seek. The commitments he outlines are not troublesome or difficult, if we approach them with the right heart and spirit: confessing and forgiving, daily growing and changing, building trust, creating a love relationship, dealing with our differences, and working to protect our mar-riages. Praise God for His grace in our marriages! There is much to glean here whether married 5 or 50 years. 287 pgs, pb. ~ Deanne 070953 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17.99 10.95


Adolescence / Teens

Timely Talks with Teenagers (7-12) As a parent, you might find it hard at times to talk with your teenagers about “life.” I’m not saying that a book can replace a heart-to-heart conversation with your teen, but it can help get the ball rolling. This simple book by Daniel Kauffman was first published over 100 years ago, but the message is still one that needs to be heard by this generation. The main focus is to “direct the minds of teenagers heavenwards and to give them a clearer view of life’s pleasure and duties and responsibilities.” It does just that through its conversational writing style and timeless topics. In fact, you feel like an older and wiser man is passing on the “secrets of life.” Each of the twelve chapters address an important matter, such as: growth (physical, emotional and spiritual), life purpose, productivity vs. laziness, honesty, kindness, cheerfulness, humility, the difference between worldly and real pleasures, which companions to seek, peer pressure, the importance of small things, vengeance, idle words, pouting, dishonest dealings, and finally, salvation! This forty-six page, paperback book is small in size, but it sure packs a punch! I’d high-ly recommend it as a discussion guide to use with your teen. It is bound to challenge them and to get their young minds thinking about what’s really important in life. – elise040310 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.45

☼Do Hard Things: A Teenage Rebellion Against Low Expectations (7-12) Are parents making the teenage years too com-fortable these days? Twins Alex and Brett Harris are tasking teens with the challenge to do hard things. It strengthens your character and gives you something to be proud of. This book is full of anecdotes and stories all with one message – to push yourself to do more for the glory of God. The authors weave biblical references with mod-ern examples and the result is a very readable, impactful story. pb, 295pp. ~ Sara069644 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 10.95

Growing Up Christian (7-AD) As parents who have raised our children by Biblical principles, we want nothing more than to know they will continue to walk closely with God. When our children transition into adult-hood, the most important thing we can do is pray for them. Another important thing we can do is hand them this book! Written directly to teens, this book takes a journey - a journey through evaluating faith and the journey of taking owner-ship of your faith through real life examples and sound biblical counsel. The first section tackles the blessings and the dangers of growing up in the church and includes tough topics such as having a false assurance of faith and taking grace for granted. The second section teaches young people to think biblically for themselves. Beginning with the crossroads teens find themselves, the rest of this section further defines what it means to develop personal convictions (and not just rely on your parents!), falling in love with Scriptural truth and trusting God. The final section takes a serious look at what it means to live biblically - battling sin, pursuing spiritual disciplines and being a faithful steward. Each chapter offers scripture references

for further research, “Think about it” quotes from a various Bible scholars, self-evaluation questions, a “call to action,” and questions for reflection and discussion. As parents, we may be tempted to think our young people have developed their own faith. While I believe this is very much true, as a mom who has released two adults into the world, I have seen the tremendous temptations and doubts that surfaced as they walked through the ownership of their faith. This book will prepare and equip young people going through this pro-cess. The vision of the book is best summarized in one of the “Think about it” references, quoting C.H. Spurgeon, “It is not my aim to introduce doubts and fears into your mind; no, but I do hope self examination may help to drive them away. It is not security, but false security, which we would kill; not confidence, but false confi-dence, which we would overthrow; not peace but false peace, which we would destroy.” This well-written book will challenge and encourage the young adults toward a lifelong relationship with Jesus Christ. 235 pgs, pb. ~ Deanne008035 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 11.75

Christian Ethics for YOUth (7-12) This self-study contains Biblically-based advice for young men and women who desire to be godly. The bulk of the book is devoted to 42 chapters of practical council divided into five units: virtues of wisdom, God’s way versus man’s way, Christian ethics for daily living, ethical problems and solutions, and wise words about various subjects. Real life illustrations help to drive home the points. Although most quotes from the Bible (King James Version) are from the Book of Proverbs, other books of the Bible are also referenced. The last 70 pages provide a topical list of proverbs on 46 subjects which allows for quick and easy reference. A 120-page workbook contains vocabulary helps, questions and puzzles which correspond to the text. A “wise companion” for the maturing young per-son. 304 pgs, pb.005063 Book. . . . . . . . . . . . .11.95 11.75005064 Workbook. . . . . . . . . .9.95 9.75004993 Answer key . . . . . . . . .5.95 5.85004994 Tests and answer key. .7.00 6.85

Queen Bible-Based Studies (8-12) What’s a mom to do? There’s troubling waters ahead and you want your children to be armed with a scriptural approach and a biblical per-spective. Not all moms would write their own Bible studies, but Sandi Queen did, and Queen Homeschool fans will welcome these thoroughly biblical studies on important subjects. This series of Bible studies is written in a manner accessible for your high school student, but doesn’t shirk on challenging material. Visually, these workbooks are deceptively simple: large type size (1/4” tall), small margins, no illustrations. You’re getting just Bible study here. Approximately 25 lessons per book guide you through reading Scripture, responding to varied questions, copying down particular verses, and more. Lessons typically fill about 2 pages. To Know the Love of Christ pulls from various Scripture passages and examines the depth and breadth of the Savior’s Love. Sandi Queen shares that she has her children under-stand the concepts in this study prior to complet-ing other studies. That Ye Would Walk Worthy

studies the practical application of following Christ and is based on Romans 12. All Scripture uses the KJV and the Queens recommend Noah Webster’s 1828 American Dictionary of the English Language (#004051). With a continual emphasis on guarding your heart, The Standard of Purity stresses looking to the Lord for strength and guidance in maintaining purity before and after marriage. Written from a biblically conser-vative viewpoint, some difficult topics are cov-ered – lust, adultery, divorce, avoiding a pattern for divorce, modesty/appearance, physical/emo-tional purity, and dealing with temptation (such as found in music, reading material, friends).These would also make great Bible study materi-als for anyone with low vision. Consumable and non-reproducible, 45-75 pp, sc. ~ RuthEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.95009852 That Ye Would Walk Worthy009853 To Know the Love of Christ048806 The Standard of Purity

For Young Men

Lessons in Responsibility for Boys (1-5) “Boys will be boys.” It is a common enough saying – and one I am not fond of. It seems like quite a worldly saying intended to lightheartedly absolve parents from any responsibility they have over their sons’ actions. The fact is, Christian parents should be able to delight in their son’s actions and attitudes. Of course, it takes quality input to see quality output. Starting young, this series looks into basic and fundamental areas of responsibility which young boys can easily work on in their day-to-day lives: bed making, morning routine, parents, friends, TV, money, grooming, chores, relationship with God, fellowship, the phone, interacting with others, clothing, listen-ing, work ethic, giving, and much, much more. Focusing on a different responsibility each week, the thirty weeks covered in each book lay a pretty solid foundation through text appropriately directed at youth and fleshed out with Scripture, prayers, and practical, but simple, tasks to work on in the coming week. Character doesn’t just happen, it is learned - and nobody teaches it better than a child’s own parents. ~ ZachEACH BOOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . .18.95 14.95039415 Level 1 (1-3)039416 Level 2 (3-5)

Squire and the Scroll & Life Lessons (1-7) A “brother” book to the Princess and the Kiss, this story is for the boys! Add the Life Lessons book and it’s a great devotional for young boys too. The storybook tells the tale of a kingdom which holds the Lantern of Purest Light. The light brings peace and joy to all the people. When an evil dragon steals the lantern, the kingdom is thrown into despair, and many men are lost on the quest for the lantern. A good squire, who was taught by his parents from the scroll which contains the words of God, accompanies his knight on the quest. Through the adventure, the squire keeps the scroll close by and sticks to the words which lead him safe-ly, and he is rewarded for his purity. The Life Lessons guide offers deeper discussions for after reading the Squire and the Scroll. It is divided into 21 lessons covering authority; guarding your eyes, ears, mouth, hands and feet; forgiveness;

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protecting purity; and more. Each lesson has a discussion, squire’s prayer, Bible verse, creative ideas, reading a Bible passage, and several dis-cussion questions. It concludes with ideas for planning a squire ceremony for your son with a group or individually. Jennie Bishop’s Christian living allegory storybook The Squire & the Scroll is now included with a read-along CD in the 10th Anniversary Edition. ~ Megan037409 Book. . . . . . . . . . . . .12.99 8.75031302 Book with CD - 10th Anniversary Ed . . . . .15.99 11.75038520 ☼Paperback Book . . . .9.99 7.75037900 Life Lessons. . . . . . . .10.99 7.95009403 Coloring & Acty Bk . . . 1.95

Retells the Squire & the Scroll story, with 15 pages to color. Reproducible.

Boyhood and Beyond (5-12) Boyhood is a time for exploring and digging, building and catching fish. Boyhood is the time to capture that adventurous spirit and proactively learn godly character. It is a time to instill a foundation of strong morals and principles – a foundation that will help boys transition from building forts and picking up bugs to men of honor, courage, faith, and wisdom. Bob Schultz offers his insights through many practical and real-life examples on subjects such as inven-tiveness, honesty, authority, responsibility, for-giveness, industry, justice, countering laziness, overcoming temptation, conquering fear, and many other topics besides. Chapters are fairly short, read easily and clearly, and have messages that are applicable and centered on Scripture. Chapters are followed by discussion questions for groups or journaling. Also a great father-son discussion resource. 219 pgs, pb. ~ Zach 006913 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.99 8.95

A Boy’s Guide to Making Really Good Choices (7-9) From the author of A Boy After God’s Own Heart comes another devotional to help young men grow into godly men. This book takes young men through the process of making good deci-sions that can affect not just themselves but those around them. Using an ongoing story of elev-en-year old Justin and his choices and bad days, the author uses acronyms to help boys remember important Biblical concepts about making right choices. Using scripture (NIV, NASB, NKJV, NLT, ICB), boys will learn what the Bible has to say about obeying, reading the Bible, praying, and more. Many of the circumstances Justin encoun-ters are exactly what boys in junior high really do encounter in classroom and school, home, and church settings. Each lesson begins with another episode of Justin’s life and follows with Fun in God’s Word and questions to answer directly in the book. You could even use these questions for discussion in a group setting. Sometimes making the right choice is pretty easy, other times a little more difficult; Biblical guidelines can sure help with the process. 140 pgs. pb. ~ Donna014153 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11.99 7.95

Created for Work (7-AD) When boys are in that transition to manhood, they have much to learn about responsibility and work ethic. These things are learned in conjunction with godly character training, which Bob Schultz talked about in his previous book, Boyhood and Beyond. This sequel focuses on what it means to be a good worker according to the principles found in God’s Word. Using real life stories throughout the book to illustrate lessons and principles, Mr. Schultz combats what he sees as the effects of a modern culture that is addicted to ease and entertainment: dishonest, unproductive, and weak-willed men. He seeks to encourage young men to something better than the world’s standards in this book that can be used simply to read, or as a discussion book with ready-to-use questions at the end of each chapter. 181 pgs, pb. ~ Zach035563 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.99 8.95

Christian Manhood (7-12) One aspect that American culture seems to lack today is a rite of passage from boyhood to man-hood. Christian Manhood attempts to fill this gap from a spiritual standpoint, while presenting clear Biblical principles with practical applica-tion. The overall plan is for boys to learn from Scripture, examine their own lives, set their own goals, and put these Scriptural principles into practice. A review of the chapter titles reveals plenty of meat including subjects like your per-sonal relationship with Jesus, your relationship to parents, evangelism, friendships, submission to authority, discipline, relationships with girls, sorrow, work ethic, alcohol, television, and deciding right from wrong. Good training for sons; good reminder for dads.007718 Student Book. . . . . . . . 22.00008222 Teacher’s Guide . . . . . 10.00

Practical Happiness (9-12) “True happiness is not found in money, power, or fame. It is a precious gift from God, available to all who learn to hear His voice and obey His calling.” These wise words and many others are what you’ll find throughout this personal devo-tional for teenage men. Through short, captivat-ing stories, Bob Schultz offers much counsel in the area of happiness, relationships, self-image, and contentment. Each of the 36 lessons starts out with an inspiring quote, a personal life story which leads into reflections on scripture, ending with a key verse and several reflection questions. Would be a great book for fathers to go through with their sons! 223 pgs, pb.003623 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.99 8.95

For Young Women

Princess and the Kiss & Life Lessons (1-7) On the day the princess was born, her parents received a special gift from God for her – her first kiss. Her parents keep it safe for her until she is grown, and then they give it to her, warning her to choose wisely who is to receive her precious gift, should she choose to give it. She has many suitors who come, wishing for her hand in mar-riage, but none seem worthy of her kiss. The princess has to exercise wisdom and patience in this beautifully illustrated story about purity for girls. Please note there is a companion book called Squire and the Scroll for young boys.

If you’d like to go into a little more depth with your daughters after reading the Princess and the Kiss, then consider using Life Lessons from the Princess and the Kiss. The guide is divided into 21 life lessons covering God’s love, being unique, your special gift, the most precious gift, growing up, guarding your purity, wisdom, pride, obedience to God and more. Each les-son consists of a short passage about the topic; a “princess prayer” related to the topic of the lesson; a creative focus section with ideas for drawing, journaling, activities, etc.; discussion questions from the book; a Bible verse; and hints for parents. A princess ceremony is also included which can be done individually or with a group of girls and their parents to celebrate completion. The well-loved, purity-encouraging Princess & the Kiss storybook is now included with a read-along CD in the 10th Anniversary Edition. ~ Megan037408 Book. . . . . . . . . . . . .12.99 8.75031300 Book with CD . . . . . .15.99 11.75037899 Life Lessons. . . . . . . .10.99 7.95038485 ☼Paperback Book . . . .9.99 7.75

Christian Girl’s Guides to ____ (3-9) Being a girl isn’t easy! Friends are fickle, the Bible is confusing, people want you to be successful and start planning your future, and sometimes your mom seems unfair! What is a girl to do? Well, these Christian Girl’s Guides are devoted to helping you. These books are full of reading, journaling, quizzes, activities, crafts, and devotions that will help you understand the world around you through God’s eyes. Each paperback book is approximately 180 pages with fun black-and-white illustrations. Don’t let life get you down, girls. Get a guide and start living life God’s way! – eliseEACH GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.99 7.95036077 Being Your Best

Being your best doesn’t mean that you have to be beautiful, talented, or have lots of friends or money. That may be how the world judges success, but God views success differently!

036078 FriendshipLearn how to choose friends wisely, how to be a good friend to others, and why all this is so important. Most importantly you will learn about someone who will be your A.B.F.F (Absolute Best Friend Forever)!

030669 LifeCovers many aspects of growing up including friends, family, school, money, nutrition, fitness, and even boys.

037722 MannersThis guide focuses on having a heart filled with grace and respect, but also covers cyber safety, dressing for godliness, general etiquette, God-honoring speech, table man-ners, organizational skills and how to be a good guest. Practice your skills in the final chapter with a Princess party.

011714 StyleThis guide helps girls explore and create their one-of-a-kind style, while strengthening their inside character. Features both practical tips about hair, makeup, accessories and cloth-ing, while emphasizing character.

054968 Quiz Book


Beautiful Girlhood (7-12) By popular demand, we are including this clas-sic in our catalog. Karen Andreola has revised the language somewhat to make it easier to read but has retained the flavor of the original writing. First published in the early 20th century, the book exhorts young girls to maintain high stan-dards of character. Each of the 33 short chapters address a virtue (such as obedience, sincerity, responsibility, and purity) or a situation to be encountered in life (like boyfriends or choosing a career). The book could be read and discussed by mother and daughter together, or you may want to let your daughter read it on her own and answer questions as they come up.007490 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.99 7.50

Companion Guide to Beautiful Girlhood Having a close relationship with your daughter is very important. Every child needs someone to look up to, and a girl’s mom is the ideal person to be a mentor to her. The better relationship you keep with your daughter, the more comfortable she will be asking you questions and talking to you about her life. This book was created to help bring you and your daughter closer togeth-er. Spending time together, of course, is an essential part of having a good relationship, and this book allows you to get together and discuss important aspects of a girl’s life and pass along your Christian values. This book covers those hard-to-broach subjects including her changing body, relationships, friendships with boys, and love nature. You and your daughter can discuss the value of good books, life’s work, ideals, the Christian life, repentance, trusting Jesus as your savior, and the importance of prayer. It will also help your daughter to develop character traits such as obedience, modesty, truthfulness, and a sunny disposition. The 32 chapters provide discussion questions for each chapter of Beautiful Girlhood, and also incorporate Scripture into your study with Bible activities and life applica-tions. There are also inspirational quotes, writing topics, and blank pages for journaling so that your daughter can record what she has learned to make a cherished keepsake of your time together. ~ Stephanie010305 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13.95 9.75

10 Things for Teen Girls (9-AD) A very difficult thing for teen girls to understand is how special they are just being themselves. The media and society send messages that tell them that they have to look a certain way, act a certain way, or hang out with the right kind of people to be ‘cool.’ Teaching teen girls that they are valuable is an important lesson and one that will sustain them through adulthood. Kate Conner is a Christian author and blogger who has reached a multitude of teen girls with the message, “You are beautiful, You are valuable, You are enough.” Kate also counsels young girls and has taken some of that encouragement and wise words and put it into 10 Things for Teen Girls. Teens will appreciate her simple honesty and straightforward advice concerning today’s concerns. She talks to them about how they dress and how it is perceived by guys, how to act, being honest with yourself, and keeping God at the cen-

ter of your decisions and thoughts. The advice gets practical: don’t go to tanning beds; be careful how you post on social media; smoking is not cool; don’t play stupid to get attention; and don’t let a guy make you feel inferior or weak. Kate writes in a way that will appeal to some teenage girls, but be warned – she is very blunt. Some of the things she says and the terminology might seem harsh to a gentler spirit. 188 pgs, pb. ~ Donna012739 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.99 10.95

Enough: 10 Things We Should Be Telling Teenage Girls (7-12) By the author of 10 Things for Teen Girls, this book is a heart-to-heart about current, main-stream American teen issues. Don’t let the limit-ed chapter titles fool you. The author focuses in very specifically - for example, a tanning bed is the springboard for discussing beauty standards. You’ll find chapters on what modesty is and isn’t, responses to beauty standards, appropriate social media behaviors, handling teen “drama,” “fol-lowing your heart,” smoking, relationships and reputations, and appropriately balancing femi-ninity. The author is careful to discern the desires that drive behaviors and encourage appropriate, Godly responses. While parents are the primary audience, the flavor is very modern and teen oriented. Be pre-pared for the author’s creativity, current cultural references, some potentially perceived irrever-ence and personal anecdotes (for example, refer-ences to watching The Bachelor; a chapter that is only four-words, etc.). A main truth encouraged: many responses to our culture and to our own sit-uations can be appropriately redirected by hold-ing fast to the truth that in God, you are beautiful and enough. 5.5x8.5”, 211 pp, pb. ~ Ruth064793 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15.99 10.95

Dating

Passport 2 Purity Getaway Kit (3rd Ed.) (5-7) That proverbial talk about the “birds and the bees.” You know you need to do it. Teaching your children about God’s plan for sex and all the male/female interaction that leads up to it is part of what it means to bring up a child in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. And you want to do it – sort of. It’s just that it’s so very uncomfortable – and you don’t know what to say – and there might be questions asked that make you ashamed or guilty. . . Dennis and Barbara Rainey (parents of six) of Family Life Ministries know you need “a plan” and they’ve provided a lovely one – a getaway weekend kit complete with instructions for you, guidelines for what to do, excellent speakers to get the difficult words out in the open by offering interesting audio sessions, an engaging format, a solid study of Biblical values, and enjoyable scripture songs. The goal of this program is to encourage and empower parents to discuss the difficult topics of intimacy, sexual behavior, and personal feelings that are facing their children as they enter the preteen years. To give parents the tools they need to both challenge their sons and daughters as they enter the pathway to Christian adulthood as well as provide the foundation for future discussions and sharing. To build a mentoring relationship with your children that continues past the weekend and into all the years leading up to adulthood.

Preteen? Isn’t that jumping the gun a bit for the birds and the bees? Not in today’s culture. It’s lit-erally everywhere around us – and now in ways unimagined by all previous generations. This program is designed to set the stage for a close parent/child relationship as the child moves into this period. Topics are handled biblically, care-fully, and tastefully. Some topics are left optional for the parent. A weekend getaway. That’s the general set-ting. One child – with the parent all to himself (boys with fathers; girls with mothers) – doing an activity of his choice that he loves to do and spending time listening to “talks” and working through study material together. It’s a wonderful affirmation that the love of the parent can tran-scend the upcoming changes that the child will be experiencing. There are five audio sessions and one optional session: 1) the adolescent experience, 2) how to handle peer pressure, 3) changes that are ahead (God’s design for sex), 4) purity (protecting sex-ual innocence), and 5) dating (properly engaging with the opposite sex). The optional session covers really delicate issues (masturbation, por-nography, and same-sex attraction) and can be inserted after the fourth session and before the fifth if the parent chooses, The Getaway Kit provides the necessary frame-work: a tour guide for the parent, travel journal for the preteen including 25 follow-up devotions, CDs containing 5 sessions, scripture memory songs and downloadable MP3s of all sessions. The Tour Guide is for the parent – basically a leader’s guide for this very focused Bible study. This little manual includes sections on planning the getaway, an itinerary for the weekend, a suggested schedule, preparation checklists (and needed supplies), guidelines for writing a note to your son/daughter, and very specific suggestions for praying for your son/daughter. Also included is a page-for-page reproduction of the Travel Journal (accent color rather than full color) so you can work through it with your son/daughter. The Travel Journal is for your son/daughter and is designed as a companion for the experiences of the weekend. With a travel theme and an engaging appearance, it provides a place to write notes (from the talks), thoughts, and answers to questions as well as the guidelines for godly Christian living provided by this study material. There are 25 follow-up devotions that continue with a similar theme and help strengthen the bib-lical core of the young adult’s understanding of the various issues. This is a nicely done keepsake book with a hardcover, full-color graphics, and an elastic strap for place-keeping. The CD Set provides the core material for the heart of the weekend and the program. Eight CDs provide the weekend talk sessions. These sessions feature scripture memory songs, dramat-ic vignettes, humorous features, real-life stories from teens and adults, and lots of teaching from parents and experts that have “been there, done that.” Songs are CCM-type of music with under-standable lyrics, singable melodies, and full instrumentation backup. Having “that” talk with your children may never be entirely comfortable, but this kit gives you a plan; the certainty of godly, biblical content; and the promise of enjoyable memories. 002240 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39.99 27.95

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