Once Upon a Storyville

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Once Upon a Storyville

Corrie ten Boom: The Courageous Woman and the the Secret Room (Do Great Things for God Series) – Laura Caputo-Wickham

The Do Great Things for God Series introduces young children to the idea that God uses ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things.  Each book in the series features a woman of faith.  Corrie Ten Boom’s story is shared in an age appropriate manner and coupled with engaging illustrations.  This series is a new favorite!

Corrie Ten Boom Book Cover Corrie Ten Boom
Laura Wickham
2021-04
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Mortimer’s First Garden – Karma Wilson

Sweet Mortimer Mouse discovers the joy of spring and the delight of watching a seed transform into a plant in this beautifully illustrated book.  Mortimer’s First Garden would be a fantastic book to use for a read aloud option.  This one is a winner!

Mortimer's First Garden Book Cover Mortimer's First Garden
Karma Wilson
Juvenile Fiction
Margaret K. McElderry Books
February 24, 2009
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The Really Radical Book for Kids – Champ Thornton

The Really Radical Book for Kids is a terrific sequel to The Radical Book for Kids.  Both volumes provide church history, closer analysis of specific books of the Bible and biblical characters as well as apologetic insights.  Written in a highly approachable and enjoyable manner, this book is an outstanding resource for learners of all ages.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

The Really Radical Book for Kids Book Cover The Really Radical Book for Kids
Champ Thornton
Religion
2023
 

Shawn and His Amazing Shrinking Sister (Teaching Kids to Use Their Words Wisely Series) – Ginger Hubbard and Al Roland

Shawn and His Amazing Shrinking Sister is the latest title in the Teaching Kids to Use Their Words Wisely Series.  The illustrations in this book are powerful and reinforce the story in which teasing not only hurts feeling but actually ends up reducing self worth making the character feel smaller.  One of the benefits of this series in the inclusion of the parent guide in the back of the book which helps aid discussion of the text and ultimately connecting the lesson to everyday life.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given. All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.






Shawn and His Amazing Shrinking Sister Book Cover




Shawn and His Amazing Shrinking Sister





Ginger Hubbard, Al Roland,





Juvenile Fiction




January 23, 2023

Good News for Little Hearts Series – 2 New Additions

Two new titles from the Good News for Little Hearts Series have been released.

Zoe’s Time to Shine: When You Want to Hide explores how we can deal with situations where we just want to hide and may have feelings of shame.  Approached from a Christian worldview, Welch provides a picture book with an important message that includes delightful illustrations and an engaging story.  As is the tradition for the series, there are parent pages that provide further insights and scripture support for the text.

Another new release is Henry’s Big Mistake: When You Feel Guilty.  In this tale, Henry feels guilty after teasing his sister and learns more about why we feel guilt and what we can do about it.  Gently presented with a Christian worldview, this story is relatable to children and beautifully illustrated.  Additional support for parents who desire to discuss the text more fully with their children is provided.

While these complimentary books were provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

 

God Made Babies: Helping Parents Answer the Baby Question – Justin S. Holcomb and Lindsey A. Holcomb

God Made Babies is a wonderful introductory book from a Christian world viewpoint that is age appropriate for preschool and early elementary-age children.  This is the latest addition to the God Made Me Series, and it is another winner.  It uses easy to understand text, engaging illustrations, and scriptural truths.  Of particular note is the “Things to Consider” section in the back of the book.  It provides additional insights and support for parents to engage in meaningful conversations about where babies come from with their children.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.






God Made Babies Book Cover




God Made Babies





Justin Holcomb, Lindsey Holcomb,





March 14, 2022




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The Light Before Christmas: A Family Advent Devotional – Marty Machowski

The Light Before Christmas is an outstanding advent devotional for the whole family.  The devotionals focus on light and the role it has in the Christmas story and ultimately our salvation.  Thirteen devotionals are included in the book which allows for three devotionals each week of advent plus a final devotional for Christmas day.  Each devotional follows the same format and includes an activity, music, and prayer.  Whether your family has participated in family devotionals during advent in the past or this is the first time doing so, The Light Before Christmas is an outstanding resource.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.






The Light Before Christmas Book Cover




The Light Before Christmas





Marty Machowski





October 10, 2022




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The Stories of God (and Kiki) – Dave Connis

This is the second book in the Made in His Image series, and it is another winner.  Connis provides an engaging story with a powerful message.  The colorful illustrations truly bring the story to life.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by WaterBrook Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.






The Stories of God (and Kiki) Book Cover




The Stories of God (and Kiki)





Dave Connis





Religion




WaterBrook




2022




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The Acrostic Salvation: A Rhyming Soteriology for Kids – Jonathan Gibson and Timothy Brindle

The Acrostic Salvation is organized as an alphabet book and features words related to salvation.  Each letter features a word or words coupled with scriptural references that support the text and a simple illustration.  The book concludes with a basic truths section that include the Lord’s Prayer, the 10 Commandments, and the Apostles’ Creed.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.






The Acrostic of Salvation Book Cover




The Acrostic of Salvation





Jonathan Gibson, Timothy Brindle,





September 12, 2022




64

Taste and See: All About God’s Goodness – Irene Sun

Taste and See: All About God’s Goodness highlights God’s provision in the form of food throughout the Bible.  The illustrations in this book are absolutely beautiful – colorful and dramatic.  Further support for continued discussion about God’s love is provided in the resource pages at the end of the book.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.






Taste and See Book Cover




Taste and See





Irene Sun





May 30, 2022




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