Once Upon a Storyville

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Once Upon a Storyville

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
 

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 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

Darkest Night Brightest Day: A Family Devotional for the Easter Season – Marty Machowski

Darkest Night Brightest Day is a beautiful family devotional.  It is a perfect resource to use in preparation for Easter.  This book is cleverly designed to include the final days of the life of Jesus and his crucifixion with the book oriented one way, and then the reader flips the book over to read about resurrection.  This design reinforces the darkness that is transformed into ultimate hope.

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.

 






Darkest Night Brightest Day Book Cover




Darkest Night Brightest Day





Marty Machowski





Eastertide




2022




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Curiosity: The Story of Mars Rover – Markus Motum

Curiosity tells the story of the Mars Rover which traveled 350,000,000 miles to explore.  The fact that this book is written from the point of view of the rover adds to the wonder and delight of the story.  The book provides a lot of information which can be appreciated by young readers as well as adults.  Additionally, beautiful illustrations enhance the text.






Curiosity Book Cover




Curiosity





Markus Motum





Juvenile Nonfiction




Candlewick Press




2018




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Ducks Overboard! – Markus Motum

Ducks Overboard! shares the exploits of one of 28,000 plastic ducks that fell from a container ship into the Pacific Ocean.  The duck’s journey is based on a true story and is filled with beautiful illustrations.  This book shares a powerful message regarding the impact garbage, fishing nets, plastics and other debris are having on our oceans.  The book also includes additional information regarding oceans, plastics, and how you can help. 






Ducks Overboard!: A True Story of Plastic in Our Oceans Book Cover




Ducks Overboard!: A True Story of Plastic in Our Oceans





Markus Motum





Juvenile Nonfiction




Candlewick Press




September 28, 2021




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Jesus Followers: Real-Life Lessons for Igniting Faith in the Next Generation – Anne Graham Lotz and Rachel-Ruth Lotz Wrightt

Jesus Followers is a lovely book.  It provides an intimate look into multiple generations of Billy Graham’s family through powerful storytelling as well as photographs.  Ultimately, the focus of the book is the importance of actively sharing and passing on one’s faith in Jesus Christ to the next generation.

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






Jesus Followers Book Cover




Jesus Followers





Anne Graham Lotz, Rachel-Ruth Lotz Wright,





Family & Relationships




Multnomah




2021




240

Spouse in the House: Rearranging Our Attitudes to Make Room for Each Other – Cynthia Ruchti and Becky Melby

COVID has created more togetherness for many couples than they ever imagined possible.  Working from home has become the new normal for many and finding ways to navigate this new reality can be challenging.  Spouse in the House is easy to read and provides wisdom and humor as it explores life when you and your spouse are in the house together.

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






Spouse in the House Book Cover




Spouse in the House





Cynthia Ruchti, Becky Melby ,





Religion




Kregel Publications




September 21, 2021




240

Ocean Anatomy: The Curious Parts & Pieces of the World under the Sea – Julia Rothman

Julia Rothman continues her Anatomy series with a volume that explores the seas.  This beautifully illustrated volume shares a wealth of information in an enjoyable, user-friendly manner.  A fantastic pick for children interested in marine biology.






Ocean Anatomy Book Cover




Ocean Anatomy





Julia Rothman





Nature




Storey Publishing, LLC




April 28, 2020




208

The Acrostic of God – Jonathan Gibson and Timothy Brindle

The Acrostic of God is a engaging book that shares an alphabetical listing of God’s names and His character traits.  Written in rhyming format and coupled with bright, colorful illustrations, it is a fun read.  The Acrostic of  God is a great resource to share biblical truths and have them really stick.

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 God Book Cover




The Acrostic of God





Jonny Gibson, Timothy Brindle,





September 13, 2021




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