With touching four-color pictures and simple but beautiful language, the life of Jesus unfolds for very young children. From the Annunciation to the Ascension, all the main events in the life of our Lord are artfully described on hard, childproof pages with rounded corners. This charming little book is an ideal way to share the Good News to small children.

Written to match the 2009 specification for Edexcel A Unit 16, this book is fully endorsed by Edexcel. The colourful, student-friendly Student Books in this series are written to match the Edexcel A specification, providing clear and interesting coverage of five units, and written in a lively and engaging style by best-selling author Ina Taylor.

Ken Taylor's best-selling book is now updated with all-new bright and colorful illustrations and a larger trim size. Using the alphabet as a learning tool, the easy-to-use format of this beloved picture book connects Bible themes and verses that teach kids ages 3-7 Christian values. Each spread represents a letter of the alphabet and a Christian value or moral lesson beginning with the same letter. Kids are encouraged to find the lesson being modeled (or not) in the illustrations. They are also asked questions to help them apply the lesson to their lives. This book is sure to win the hearts of kids and parents alike.

Songs of Praise was first published in 1925, and is still an immensely popular hymnbook, particularly in schools. The compilation falls into two parts: Book 1 contains hymns grouped by subject and theme, together with a selection of verses, canticles and doxologies; Book 2 contains general hymns listed alphabetically by first line.

Learn all about love as the Flanimals love their way through this laugh-filled adventure starring Lion and the letter L.

The Flanimals--a zany, flannel-clad group of animal friends--model positive behaviors in stories that will have little ones giggling and joining in to "read" along. Each book focuses on a single letter of the alphabet and uses repetition and humor to explore concepts such as love, gratitude, and patience.

In L Is for Love (and Lion!), Lion can't wait to show his friends how much he loves them. He leaps out to greet (and terrifies) Llama, shares his lunch, and "rescues" Lemur from a tree. The friends' interactions are conveyed through simple text that builds upon itself with each new L word: "L is for Love and Lunch and Ladder and Library." Although initially startled by Lion's enthusiasm, the friends soon see his good intentions and respond with love. Children will enjoy predicting the repeating elements and recognizing the letter L as they learn about love with the adorably hip Flanimals.

Using the alphabet as a guide, this book provides 26 devotional meditations for young children, based on texts that children can easily memorize.

Today's examples of "real men" often portray bronzed, muscular men with their lives put together. It's hard for middle school guys to figure out what kind of man they're going to be, unless you help them learn from the only perfect man. Living as a Young Man of God is an eight-week study that will help guys focus on the life of Jesus and learn how to deal with life as he would. The activities are fun and interactive, and the age-appropriate discussion questions will have your small group of middle school guys engaged in a study will help them break the code they've been taught to live by so they can become the men God intends for them to be. As they study the life of Jesus, they'll learn: * what to do with their feelings (and that it's okay to have feelings) * the truth about girls and sex * why it's important to have other guys in their lives * how to grow closer to their own dad Guide your middle school guys into manhood with the ultimate example of what it means to be a man. Help break the code.

Living as a teenage girl is hard enough for middle schoolers. Living a godly life is even more difficult It helps to learn from someplace other than culture and media. You can help show young girls how to live as godly young women. Becoming...book 2 is an eight-week study that will show girls how to live as godly women in the midst of the everyday life issues they face. With games, activities, quizzes, projects and crafts, movie clips, music, and stories, you ll have your girls engaged in a study that will help them figure out how to live life as the women of God they are. In this study, your small group of middle school girls will: * know who they are, and what they re capable of * learn to deal with pain and disappointment * grow spiritually * discover how to deal with friends, guys, and parents * find out how to become a woman of God Walk with your middle school girls as they discover what it looks like to live as godly young women."

This classic devotional has been a part of childrens lives since 1957. This special anniversary edition offers easy, natural, active devotions that help children see Jesus in their lives every day. Familiar objects and topics are creatively used to show children Gods love. Includes a ribbon bookmark.

50 themed assemblies for instant use Straightforward and easy to use with minimal for 4-11s preparation, this resource is an essential tool for teachers or church visitors leading Collective Worship in school assemblies. Organised by general themes, Christian calendar events, national days and other annual events, each assembly provides ten minutes of material including a reflection, Bible passage and a closing prayer.

Encourage students to use this guide to grow deeper in their relationship with God and their friends by discovering what they believe, why, and how to stand up for it. For use with, or separate from, the God's Not Dead Student Kit.

Reading level: grade 3; interest level: ages 5-9.

The book known as the Old Testament is actually a collection of stories, songs, prophetic addresses, wise sayings, and other bits of literature composed over centuries and compiled for the use of worshiping communities. These texts appeared in ancient Israel, reflecting its traumas and less frequent triumphs. Far from being comfortable texts that sedate over-stimulated readers, they offer critique of the powerful for the sake of those for whom the only tool of overcoming oppression is language itself. Because of the distance in time and cultural experience, the Old Testament is often inaccessible to modern readers. This introduction bridges that distance and makes the connections across time and culture come alive. The Bible assembles a wide range of literary types because of the needs of the communities first using it as they preserved the legacy of their past, good and bad, for the sake of a viable future. Their legacy continues as relevant as ever. This introduction, then, seeks to help readers make sense of the variety and hear within it points of commonality as well. The Old Testament is a book readers look to for meaning. Christian readers, especially, have difficulty connecting with the theological meanings of the texts. Mark Hamilton offers an introduction that addresses theological issues directly and sensitively. Considering the massive sweep of literary types and ways of expressing ideas about God, A Theological Introduction to the Old Testament offers an alternative to introductions based solely on historical or literary themes.

The most popular children's Bible story series in the world! Generations of Christian children have learned the Bible through the lively poems and colorful illustrations of Arch Books. Parents trust these much-loved books to teach their children Bible stories in a fun, memorable way. The Arch Books series of more than 75 titles is conveniently divided into 10 sections that include related stories for an organized journey through the Bible.

James Joyce was educated almost exclusively by the Jesuits; this education and these priests make their appearance across Joyce's oeuvre. This dynamic has never been properly explicated or rigorously explored. Using Joyce's religious education and psychoanalytic theories of depression and paranoia, this book opens radical new possibilities for reading Joyce's fiction. It takes readers through some of the canon's most well-read texts and produces bold, fresh new readings. By placing these readings in light of Jesuit religious practice - in particular, the Spiritual Exercises all Jesuit priests and many students undergo - the book shows how Joyce's deepest concerns about truth, literature, and love were shaped by these religious practices and texts. Joyce worked out his answers to these questions in his own texts, largely by forcing his readers to encounter, and perhaps answer, those questions themselves. Reading Joyce is a challenge not only in terms of interpretation but of experience - the confusion, boredom, and even paranoia readers feel when making their way through these texts.

The perfect way to introduce children to the joy of having a special time with God at night right before they close their sleepy eyes.

A case-bound padded board book from the Really Woolly(R) brand by DaySpring(R) with devotions and prayers that center on various aspects of God's shepherd-like love for us with themes of The Shepherd . . . listens, cares, loves, promises, watches, rescues, sings, smiles, guides, teaches, blesses, encourages, understands, shines, forgives, comforts, chooses, plans, and creates. Little ones will love the charming Really Woolly(R) illustrations, engaging verse, and Scripture that show how much God loves and cares for them. Prayer starters encourage children to talk to God.

Meets national education standards.

Provides a visual overview of the major subjects within the discipline of theology as well as various perspectives on doctrines. Packed with teaching and learning tools-from charts and timelines, to tables and visual guides-Charts of Christian Theology and Doctrine will help any student of theology quickly grasp and remember the basics. Notable topics include: Distinctive traits of theological systems. A guide to interpretation of biblical texts. Classic arguments for the existence of God. Charts on Christology (the study of Christ) and Pneumatology (the study of the Holy Spirit). Views of salvation and other charts on soteriology. Charts concerning ecclesiology, including guides to understanding the differing views on sacraments and church office. Key terms to the second coming of Christ. Perfect for enhancing every type of teaching and learning situation and style, including homeschooling curricula and tutoring, church classes and Sunday school. ZondervanCharts are ready references for those who need the essential information at their fingertips. Accessible and highly useful, the books in this library offer clear organization and thorough summaries of issues, subjects, and topics that are key for Christian students and learners. The visuals and captions will cater to any teaching methodology, style, or program.

Stories to Encourage Positive Behavior in Small Children The preschool and kindergarten years are some of the most important formative years of a person's life. Habits and attitudes developed during these crucial years affect a child for the rest of his or her life. These years are also a challenging time for parents as their children test boundaries (and patience). How parents and children respond makes all the difference in the world. The Growing God's Kids series is designed to help young children understand their feelings, develop godly ways to deal with temptations, and form positive attitudes and behaviors that will serve them well in the future. In Telling the Truth, parents and children are encouraged to address lying and discover the value of telling the truth.

Take early readers on an adventure through God's Word with the #1 Bible for kids! The bestselling NIrV Adventure Bible (R) for Early Readers gets kids 6-10 excited about God's Word! They will be captivated with the full-color features that make reading Scripture and memorizing their favorite verses engaging and fun. Along the way they'll meet all types of people, see all sorts of places, and learn all kinds of things about the Bible. Most importantly, they'll grow closer in their relationship with God. This Bible includes the complete New International Reader's Version (NIrV) which is written at a third-grade reading level and based on the accurate, readable, and clear New International Version (NIV). The NIrV is perfect for children learning to read and explore the Bible for the first time on their own. Over 10 million copies within the Adventure Bible (R) brand have been sold. The Adventure Bible is recommended by more Christian schools and churches than any other Bible for kids! Features include: Complete text of the easy-to-read New International Reader's Version (NIrV) of the Bible Full-color design throughout - Makes learning about the people, places, and culture of the Bible even more engaging Life in Bible Times - Articles and illustrations describe what life was like in ancient days Words to Treasure - Highlights great verses to memorize Did You Know? - Interesting facts help you understand God's Word and the life of faith People in Bible Times - Articles offer close-up looks at amazing people of the Bible Live It! - Hands-on activities help you apply biblical truths to your life Twenty special pages - Focus on topics such as famous people of the Bible, highlights of the life of Jesus, how to pray, and the love passage for kids, all with a jungle safari theme Book introductions with useful facts about each book of the Bible Dictionary/concordance for looking up tricky words Color map section to help locate places in the Bible 9-point font size

Lila and Jay Cooper have joined their dad on a mission to the jungles of Central America, where a group of American treasure hunters have already become the victims of the deadly curse of Toco-Rey. Before Dr. Cooper can solve the mystery, his children are kidnapped and his integrity is put to the test. What price will he pay to get his children back? Is the treasure in the burial tomb of Kachi-Tochetin really worth more than gold?

Follow the Coopers as they explore unknown ruins, plunge through dangerous jungles, face hostile natives, and battle ancient evil forces. Will their courage and faith in God bring them through?