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Childrens Spirituality : What It Is And Why It Matters
$16.99Add to cartChurch House Publishing
This concise guide is an ideal introduction to the increasingly popular topic of children’s spirituality. Mixing theory with tips on ‘good practice’, leading expert Rebecca Nye shows how choices made in churches and homes can stimulate or stifle a child’s spiritual development. Mixing theoretical background and good practice tips, she focuses on: Childhood as a natural source of spirituality Ways to help children value and express their spirituality The role of Christian nurture and worship in early spiritual development
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Berenstain Bears God Loves You
$5.99Add to cartThe Berenstain Bear series helps children learn how God wants them to live every day. When the Bear family practices going to church, praying, and being kind, plus remembering how much God loves them, their lives are much more joyful.
In God Loves You! Brother and Sister Bear discover that God loves them, not because they’re successful, but because he made them. This book helps children appreciate the many ways God shows his love to them.
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Berenstain Bears Go To Sunday School
$4.99Add to cartWhen Mama Bear decides its been too long since they’ve attended church at the Chapel in the Woods, the Bear family works to get back in the habit. It isn’t long before the family remembers what a wonderful place the church is and finds that going to church is something they look forward to every week.
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Jake Goes Fishing Level 2
$4.99Add to cartJake and Father plan to go fishing, but on the way to the lake Jake spills the worms. Jake is noisy in the boat and then gets a fish hook caught in his pants. When things finally settle down, they catch several fish for supper and have a great day together. But feeling sorry for the fish, Jake decides to put them back in the lake. Jake feels like he spoiled the day by wanting to put the fish back. Father assures Jake that God gave them a good day to have fun and be together. Father stops by the store on the way home and they buy some crackers shaped like fish.
Level 2 I Can Read Book
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Bella Gets Rescued
$18.99Add to cartBella is one pampered kitty! She has a warm bed, tasty food, and owners who love her but she was not always that way. Follow the humorous story of Bella, a sassy cat who started off as a lonely kitten without a home or a family to love her. From dodging raindrops to running from lawn-mowers, being a stray cat isn’t all it’s cracked up to be! Bella ventures on a crazy journey as she moves from place to place, never knowing that what she really needed all along was a family to love her. But change is scary! In order to accept her new home, Bella must learn a valuable lesson: God’s love and assurance can conquer all fear!
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Your Special Gift
$16.99Add to cartOne morning the people of Wemmicksville wake up to discover that they’ve all received gifts. Punchinello opens his gift to find a hammer; Lucia receives a paintbrush and set of paints; and Hans, the baker, gets a spoon. Nobody knows who sent the gifts, but each Wemmick receives the perfect gift: Punchinello likes to build, Lucia loves to paint, and Hans enjoys cooking.
When a family of Wemmicks needs help to reach Eli the woodcarver, Punchinello and his friends try to come to their aid. Unfortunately, nothing they do seems to work. Only when they realize that Eli gave them each a special gift are they able to use those gifts to make a difference.
This story will show kids how God has given them a special gift they can use to serve Him.
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What Are Feet For
$11.99Add to cartFun lift-the-flap board book that motivates small children to use their feet in a Christ-like way.
This helpful and engaging training tool will help parents to teach their kids that God didn’t make their feet to kick or stomp but for positive actions like running, dancing, swimming and jumping!
Not only will children be encouraged to follow Jesus’ example but they’ll also be reassured that he loves us no matter what we do. He can forgive us when we fail and help us to change.
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Adventure Begins : 12 Stories On Persistence Giving And More (Audio CD)
$24.99Add to cart360 Minutes On 4 CDs
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The Adventure Begins!Welcome to a small town called Odyssey – where big things happen! These 12 classic shows laid the foundation for the lively characters and heartwarming stories that are the hallmark of Adventures In Odyssey. It’s a great place for new listeners to start, and longtime fans can relive the whimsical history!
Bonus Material:
* Clip Of “Family Portraits” episode (the show that inspired Adventures In Odyssey!}
* Paul McCusker talks about Whit’s family
* Actress Katie Leigh on the creation of Connie
* Officer Harley featurette
* Naming John Avery Whittaker
* Behind-the-scenes color booklet with photos!Episodes
Whit’s Flop – The very first episode!
A Member Of The Family, Part 1 – We meet Whit’s family!
A Member Of The Family, Part 2
The Life Of The Party – A story about acceptance
Connie Comes To Town – We meet Connie Kendall
Recollections – The story of Whit’s End
Gifts For Madge And Guy – A Christmas fable
The Day After Christmas – A story about loving one another year-round
Promises, Promises – A story about New Year’s resolutions
Nothing To Fear – A story about courage in God
The Tangled Web – A story about dishonesty
A Change Of Heart – A story about salvation -
Punchinello And The Most Marvelous Gift
$16.99Add to cartThe bustle of Maker Day has taken hold of Wemmicksville—and everybody has a different opinion about what the festivities are all about. The mayor says, “It’s shopping!” No! It’s my concert! It’s my solo! It’s my wreath! When Punchinello accidentally ruins things, the townsfolk discover it’s the Maker they’re celebrating.
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LarryBoy Versus The Volcano
$6.99Add to cartLarryboy learns a lesson about including others when he’s excluded from his favorite friends_for kids ages 8-12 When Larryboy is invited to take an elite vacation on Superhero Island, he jumps at the chance! But when he arrives with his superhero buddies, he’s treated like a second-class citizen, unlike the others. Larryboy soon discovers this is all part of a diabolical plan to destroy all superheroes when a volcanic rock erupts in molten chili, and it’s up to him to rescue his superhero friends! Will Larryboy save the day after being excluded from the others? Kids will be challenged to figure out the dastardly deeds of Bumblyburg’s latest supervillian, Chili Pepper, as they discover the importance of including others.
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LarryBoy And The Abominable Trashman
$6.99Add to cartSomething smells very fishy in the city of Bumblyburg. It also smells like moldy gym shoes, rotten eggs, and spoiled milk. What’s to blame? The Abominable Trashman, one of the weirdest, wildest creatures to ever leap out of a garbage can! The Abominable Trashman and his evil creator, Awful Alvin, are spreading fear throughout Bumblyburg and turning the citizens into slaves of their own fear. Is Bumblyburg doomed to become a smelly trash heap for all-time? Larryboy must battle the foul monster to rescue the city, but first, he must battle his own fears. Sunday morning values, Saturday morning fun. Now that’s the Big Idea! Through imaginative and innovative products, Zonderkidz is feeding young souls.
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LarryBoy In The Attack Of Outback Jack
$8.99Add to cartThe Australian super villain, Outback Jack and his sidekick, Jackie, are attacking Bumblyburg in search of a buried treasure. Outback Jack is determined to let no veggie stand in his way – including the elders of Bumblyburg. Larryboy is faced with relying on retired super heroes for help – including the mild mannered, Pruneman. Before Larryboy and Pruneman can capture Outback Jack, they must first battle the Hilaria-Mosquito which stings victims with a green gag gas that keeps them telling jokes – for hours! Will Larryboy respect the wisdom that Pruneman has to share with him? Or will the Hilaria-Mosquito make him the next super-comic? Kids will enjoy the twists and turns of this story while learning a lesson about respecting our elders.
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Mighty Armor
$7.99Add to cartCutting-edge art paired with stories of fantastical adventure and biblical fact make the all-new Toby Digz series a must-have for young readers. Kids will relate to Toby’s predicaments and his quirky sense of humor. Parents will love the fact that Bible stories and biblical truths are woven throughout these tales of adventure. With a little help from their imaginations, Toby and his friends crawl through the makeshift cave in his tree house to find an ancient world of adventure. As Toby and the gang venture back in time, they meet major Bible heroes and learn “up close and personal” about the culture and history of biblical times.
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Best Of All
$16.99Add to cartBess Stovall is famous for being famous. “When it comes to Wemmicks, she’s the best,” they say. Who wouldn’t want to join her Wonderful Wemmicks Club? The catch is this: only Wemmicks made of maple can join–the best wood from the best forest.
But Punchinello can’t join since he is made of willow. “Willow is weak wood,” says Bess. “No one wants to be a willow.” And Punchinello is the only willow in Wemmicksville. Everyone looks down on him, even his friend Lucia.
Punchinello learns a valuable lesson when Eli the woodcarver helps him see that he is special because the Maker made him–the Maker even chose his wood. This latest tale from Wemmicksville will surprise you as Punchinello himself shocks the town with how special he really is.
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Heroes Of The Bible Volume 1 Lions Shepherds And Queens Oh My (DVD)
$9.99Add to cartWhat do you get when you cross vegetables with classic Bible stories?
You get courageous cucumbers, ambitious asparagus – you get heroes of epic proportions! You get VeggieTales Heroes of the Bible! – 75 minutes of the VERY best of the VeggieTales stories!
“Daniel And The Lions Den”
(from Where’s God When I’m S-Scared?)
In this musical adaptation of the classic Bible story, Daniel, played by Larry the Cucumber, finds himself in deep trouble thanks to the King’s conniving wisemen, played by a trio of slippery scallions. In an exciting finish, Daniel learns that even in the lion’s den, he is still in God’s hands.Dave And The Giant Pickle
This Veggie version of David and Goliath, puts Junior Asparagus (as David) against a really mean, REALLY big pickle! In the end, little Dave learns that it makes no difference whether you’re 9-feet tall or 2-feet tall – with God’s help, even little guys can do big things!Esther. . .The Girl Who Became Queen
When a small-town girl wakes up with the weight of the world on her shoulders and the fate of her people in her hands, can she find the courage to do what’s right? Esther. . .The Girl Who Became Queen teaches kids that “you never need to be afraid to do what’s right!” -
Balance For Kids
$15.49Add to cartBalance for Kids is a “watered down” version of Balancing Christianity.
Balance for Kids helps our kids to find real and lasting balance in the areas of self-control, faith, trust, and in our relationships; and concerning God’s timing. Emotional and physical matters, free will, giving and receiving, possessions, and love and control issues.
We also discuss how to deal with the feelings of suicide, self-hatred, depression, bitterness, guilt, and confusion.
We delicately address controversial issues such as pornography, promiscuity, homosexuality, incest, and molestation.
Come with us into the deepest crevasses of your heart, mind, and soul. Join us on a journey through the scriptures, and we will search for true love, joy, hope, peace, and happiness. We will be making several stops along the way to smell the (whatever) and to visit for a while with the Holy Spirit, God, and Jesus.
It is our sincere hope and prayer that your kids will be challenged to pursue a deeper and more personal relationship with God in Jesus as they read through the pages of this book.
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LarryBoy And The Awful Ear Wacks Attacks
$6.99Add to cartBumblyburg has been attacked by Ear Wacks–the diabolical plot of Alvin the Onion to interfere with the wisdom of being a good listener. Alvin is out to change the city and Larryboy forever. At first, Larryboy comes to the rescue, but then discards the real solution to the mystery. Then Junior Asparagus discovers the answers, but has to convince the adults to listen to him. Will anyone listen to a little kid. Eveyone is challenged with being a good listner as Larryboy becomes trapped in Alvin’s awful plot. Who will save Bumblyburg? Will Larryboy’s super-suction ears be saturated with evil for all time? Finally it takes everyone working together–and remembering to listen to what is right and good–to overcome this evil scheme. For ages 6 and up.
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LarryBoy And The Emperor Of Envy
$6.99Add to cartLarryboy is called to the rescue when a new villain attacks Bumblyburg by tainting the Slushee supply with an envy formula. The diabolical Emperor has wreaked havoc on the city and made everyone weak with jealousy. But even Larryboy is challenged with questions of envy as he attends superhero school and sees other skills and gadgets he doesn’t have. Only Larryboy can conquer the scoundrel and rescue the town, but can he conquer his own envy first? Will he realize a contented heart is a healthy heart? For ages 6 and up.
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If Only I Had A Green Nose
$16.99Add to cartAll the “cool” people in Wemmicksville are painting their noses green. All except Punchinello. His friend the Maker says he created each Wemmick different on purpose. But it would be nice to fit in. Should Punchinello “go green”? Kids of all ages will cherish this lighthearted parable about peer pressure!
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He Chose You
$14.99Add to cartHe Chose You is a personal message to tweens of God’s unconditional love for them. His perfect understanding of the needs of tweens today is shown in each detail revealed to us when Christ’s chose to die on the cross for all. Illustrating his points with stories today’s tweens will be able to apply to their lives, Lucado reveals to tweens the gifts of the cross.
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God Loves You
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“Kids ages 0-5 will love learning about God’s unconditional love through the fun rhymes and cute pictures of the Little Blessings characters. With solid content from Kathy Bostrom and the endearing art of the Care Bears artist, this chunky board book will entertain young children as they learn that God loves them just the way they are–no matter what!” -
You Are Mine
$16.99Add to cartBoxes and balls. They were the latest thing! Fancy balls. Colorful boxes. All the Wemmicks had them. All, that is, except Punchinello. Not wanting to be left out, he resolved to fit in. He would do whatever it took to have what others had. He never imagined it would cost him so much. Eli, his maker, used the moment to remind Punchinello of this truth: “You are special, not because of what you have, but because you are mine.” Could you or someone you love use the same reminder?
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Girlz Want To Know
$8.99Add to cartThis is just one of the real questions girls will read about in this awesome new book Girlz Want to Know. Filled will real questions that were asked by real girls, author Susie Shellenberger takes a casual approach to touchy topics that young girls often wonder about by writing in the style of a big sister that says, “I’ve been there. Here’s what I’ve learned.”
For great advice on some of the most basic to the most personal questions young girls ask concerning their family, friends, faith, changing bodies, the future, and boys, check out Girlz Want to Know!
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Tale Of Three Trees
$10.99Add to cartOnce upon a mountaintop, three little trees stood and dreamed of what they wanted to become when they grew up. Each of their dreams come true in an unexpected way in this lovely retelling of an old folk tale. This Lion classic, beloved by young and old, is now retold in simpler text for younger readers.
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Kingdom Under The Sea Special Edition (DVD)
$7.99Add to cartNow you can get both Return of the King and The Red Tide videos together on one DVD! Additional bonus feature, The Adventures of Humpty, is also included.
EPISODE 1: Splash and his sister Coral have long awaited the return of the great whale King, but when Splash lets a secret slip, the evil squid Krakken sets a trap! When the King does arrive, everyone is in for a surprise!
EPISODE 2: A deadly red tide, concocted by Professor Pinch and the evil squid Krakken, threatens the reef village where the Finely family lives. When King Pacificus intervenes and offers an unlikely shelter of protection, he teaches the reef fish about trust and forgiveness.
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God Gave Us You
$10.99Add to cartIn this full-color, read-to-me picture book, a charming polar bear cub asks one night, “Mama, where did I come from?” “From God”, her loving mama answers, thus beginning a story of how two parents celebrate their child as a cherished gift from Him. Patiently responding to each of her child’s many questions, Mama’s answers affirm her and Papa’s great love for the bear cub — from memories of Mama’s pregnancy and tales of Papa’s excitement to recounting long days of waiting and finally bringing the babe home. Filled with playful, winsome illustrations, God Gave Us You will build children’s self-esteem and affirm their creation and place in the family as a cherished gift of God.
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You Are Special (Revised)
$8.99Add to cartPunchinello is a chipped, ugly puppet who thinks he’s not worth much; that is, until Eli the Woodcarver helps him understand how special he is–marks and all. This delightful illustrated tale shows your kids that no matter how the world evaluates them, God loves them just as they are.
This best-selling story of Punchinello in a condensed version for younger children, with the same beautiful message and illustrations. -
Gods Wisdom For Little Girls
$16.99Add to cart“Sugar and spice, and everything nice” plus the Bible is the recipe for godly little girls. The author encourages daughters to follow Psalm 31 and seek the same qualities their mothers strive for: helpfulness, confidence, thoughtfulness, prayerfulness, creativity, and more. A great read-along book with charming illustrations. Makes a perfect gift!
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Jesus Loves The Little Children
$6.99Add to cart“Jesus Loves The Little Children” is a children’s boardbook for 1-3 years old. It is brightly illustrated and each page has a little story of all the children around the world. It tells how much Jesus Loves all the children. Debbie Anderson’s whimsical illustrations and kid-like style are the perfect way to introduce your toddler to Jesus. Each of these fun books is designed to be sung to a familiar song and at the same time reinforce the simple biblical truths that Jesus loves and cares for us.
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Final Kingdom
$9.99Add to cart1. Final Call To Battle
2. Council Of The Dark Lord
3. Two Guides
4. A Fearful Loss
7. The Centaurs
8. Beorn Faces Death
9. Sarah Has Doubts
10. Land Of The Magicians
11. The Sign
12. The Real Josh
13. Old Friends
14. The Terror
15. Good-Bye To Old Friends
16. The Quest Of The Seven SleepersAdditional Info
Book 10 in The Seven Sleepers SeriesThe time has come. Goel, friend and leader of the Seven Sleepers, decides to send his teenage servants on one last mission before the great, final battle with the Dark Lord.
Meantime, in his frightful tower, the Dark Lord hears some good news. An informer has been secretly planted somewhere among Goel’s followers.
The Sleepers set out, unaware of the perils facing them in the frozen Land of Ice, in the Caverns of Doom, and in the mysterious Land of the Magicians. Worse, they have no way of knowing that the Dark Lord’s informer is in their very midst.
But when disaster strikes, they become suspicious. Is it the beautiful guide, Glori? Is it the ugly dwarf, Beorn? Or…is it someone else?
Join Josh and Sarah and their friends as their allegiance to Goel is tested by danger, fear, tragedy, and trickery.
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You Are Special
$17.99Add to cartPunchinello is a chipped, ugly puppet who thinks he’s not worth much; that is, until Eli the Woodcarver helps him understand how special he is—marks and all. Originally published in Tell Me the Secrets, this delightfully illustrated tale shows your kids that no matter how the world evaluates them, God loves them just as they are.
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Attack Of The Amazons
$9.99Add to cart16 Chapters
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Savage beasts roam the dense jungle. Danger lurks at every turn. Goel once again has led the Seven Sleepers to a shockingly dangerous section of Nuworld.More deadly that the brutish animals and terrain, though, are the rulers of this jungle: a fierce race of women who enslave the natives and kill all who oppose them. The Sleepers join the battle, seeking to bring peace and lead these warriors into the house of Goel.
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Winged Raiders Of The Desert
$9.99Add to cart1. A Plea For Help
2. Without Authority
3. The Enemy Strikes
4. Captured
5. Lord Of The Winged Ones
6. Jake Takes A Chance
7. A New Chance
8. On Wings As Eagles
9. The Dark Lord Awakes
10. Jalor Has A Plan
11. A New Kind Of Hunt
12. Another Prison
13. Sarah Shows A Better Way
14. Jake Has A Plan
15. The Rescue
16. A Time Of PeaceAdditional Info
Danger and death await the Sleepers as they’re once again called upon to one the plans of the Dark Lord!Evil Lord Necros desires to enlist new soldiers in his army, and he’s chosen the People of the Desert. When they refuse, the Dark Lord makes an alliance with the Winged Ones-men who fly like birds. These men steal from the desert people. Even worse, they capture enslave them!
The Sleepers seek peace from the Winged Ones, but as they set out to make a new alliance they themselves are captured and enslaved. Instead of giving them over to the Dark Lord, the Winged Ones offer them a chance to join their ranks, the learn to fly! But in so doing, the Sleepers must take a dangerous step of faith.
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Caves That Time Forgot
$9.99Add to cart1. Another Quest
2. Voyage To Nowhere
3. The Lost World
4. A Welcome Visitor
5. No Room For Kindness
6. Bakery
7. A Case Of Hero Worship
8. Sarah’s Admirer
9. Dave’s Scheme Backfires
10. The Captive
11. The Raid
12. The Swap
13. It’s Hard To Be Friends
14. What Would Goel Do?
15. Attack On The Dinosaurs
16. You Never Know About A WomanAdditional Info
1. Another Quest
2. Voyage To Nowhere
3. The Lost World
4. A Welcome Visitor
5. No Room For Kindness
6. Bakery
7. A Case Of Hero Worship
8. Sarah’s Admirer
9. Dave’s Scheme Backfires
10. The Captive
11. The Raid
12. The Swap
13. It’s Hard To Be Friends
14. What Would Goel Do?
15. Attack On The Dinosaurs
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Books That Build Character
$20.99Add to cartHere is a family guide to classic novels, contemporary fiction, myths and legends, science fiction and fantasy, folktales, Bible stories, picture books, biographies, holiday stories, and many other books that celebrate virtues and values.
There are more than 300 titles to choose from, each featuring a dramatic story and memorable characters who explore moral ground and the difference between what is right and what is wrong. These books will capture your child’s imagination, and conscience as well-whether it is Beauty pondering her promise to Beast, mischievous Max in Where the Wild Things Are, the troubled boys of Lord of the Flies, generous Mr. Badger in The Wind in the Willows, or the courageous struggles of such real-life characters as Frederick Douglass and Anne Frank.
With entries arranged by category and reading level, there is something here for all readers-from preschoolers to teenagers-whatever their tastes may be. Each entry features a complete plot summary and publisher information so that you can find the book with ease in your local library or bookstore. It’s not always easy to teach a child the difference between right and wrong, but stories-whether they are based on fantasy or rooted in real life-can speak to children more eloquently than any list of dos or don’ts and can impart moral values as they nurture a child’s imagination.
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Gates Of Neptune
$9.99Add to cart1. Out Of The Frying Pan
2. Friend-or Foe? Faith
3. A Step Of Faith
4. The Lost City Of Atlantis
5. Council Of War
6. Sarah’s Visitor
7. The Quest
8. First Skirmish
9. “Kill All The Sleepers!”
10. Monsters Of The Deep
11. If I Were King
12. Wash’s High Hour
13. To The Gates Of Neptune
14. Betrayed
15. Perilous Journey
16. The Strongest Force Of All
17. What Next?Additional Info
After a harrowing escape from the army of the Sanhedrin, Joshus Adams and his six young companions are thrust into yet another battle against Elams, Chief Interrogator of the Sanhedrin and sevant of the dark Lord Necros. Fulfilling the legend of old, the Seven Sleepers seek to follow their spiritual leader Goel’s instructions and are led into a most beautiful and frightening part of Nuworld. The evil Lord Necros is in control of most of the land; now he desires to conquer it all, even the cities under the sea! Josh and his friends are asked to help fight in the battle to save the lost city of Atlantis, but they must face unbelievable odds: the seven of them against an army of traitors and an ocean of terrifying creatures. -
Tale Of Three Trees
$17.99Add to cartFeaturing the wonderful illustrations of Tim Jonke, this best-selling children’s book tells the Easter story from a new and unusual point of view. Children will be deeply touched as they understand, perhaps for the first time, the significance of Christ’s life and his atoning sacrifice on the cross.
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Man In Demand (Teacher’s Guide)
$15.99Add to cartHarvest House Print On Demand Title
Gives word-for-word class instruction, together with directions for special demonstrations, activities, object lessons, and skits. “Man in Demand” leads students from practical instruction in everyday concerns to spiritual instruction based on the needs of their age group.
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Man In Demand (Student/Study Guide)
$12.99Add to cartHarvest House Print On Demand Title
This personal program shows that true manliness requires development of moral and spiritual as well as physical and social strength. Illustrated with cartoons, quizzes, charts, self-inventories, diagrams, and spritual challenges. Saddlestitch. “Man in Demand” has been used by many homeschool families to teach their sons good manners and Godly behavior. Includes guidelines for grooming, dress, politeness, conversation skills, and spiritual growth. This book will help your children integrate inner beauty with outer beauty. Geared for junior and senior high boys; step-by-step instruction.
