Mormonism is one of the world's fastest growing religions, doubling its membership every 15 years. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the formal denomination of the Mormon church) is now 10 million strong, with more than half of its membership coming from outside the United States. More than 88 million copies of The Book of Mormon have been printed, and it has been translated into more than 50 languages. Mormons in America tells the tumultuous story of this religious group, from its humble origins in small-town New York State in 1830 to its present heyday. Claudia and Richard Bushman introduce us to charismatic leaders like Joseph Smith and Brigham Young, go deep behind Mormon rites and traditions, take us along the adventurous trail of the Mormon pioneers into the West, evoke the momentous erection of Salt Lake City in the desert, and draw us into the dozens of skirmishes, verbal attacks, and court battles between Mormons and their neighbors, other religions, the media, and the American government.

General editors: Jon Butler and Harry S. Stout, Yale University

Religion in American Life explores the evolution, character, and dynamics of religion in America from 1500 to the present day. Written by distinguished religious historians, these books weave together the varying stories that compose the religious fabric of the United States, from Puritanism to alternative religious practices. Primary source material coupled with handsome illustrations and lucid text make these books essential in any exploration of Americas diverse nature. Each book includes a chronology, suggestions for further reading, and index.

Sometimes the answers aren't enough. Sometimes you want to know why they're the answers.

Any Bible can answer questions. This is the one that explains why those answers are the answers.

In twenty-five very compelling tabs spread throughout the Bible text, Prove It The Catholic Teen Bible gives the why to the biggest questions of all. To the questions you've been asking your parents, your teachers, your friends yourself:

What's life all about and where do I fit in?

What's my life all about, and where do

God, family, friends, and all the rest fit in?

How do I know God even exists, and what

do the life and death of Jesus have to do

with me right here, right now?

If God loves us all, why should I bother

taking my Catholicism seriously?

If all religions are pretty much the same,

why be a Catholic at all?

Popular storyteller Bob Hartman is renowned for his fresh take on often-told stories, bringing them to life with vibrant characters and a lively twist in the tale. The third in The Unauthorized Versions series, this title is packed full of humour, mischief, silliness, and fun. These easy-to-read stories are inspired by the Bible, but given a completely original slant. Retold at a cracking pace, this black and white line illustrated book (in a style perfectly matched to Bob's mischievous storytelling) makes an ideal read for those who prefer something a little more wayward on their bookshelves, particularly boys aged 7-9.

Ready for Adventure? Dive into the #1 Bible for Kids!The NIrV Adventure Bible (R) for Early Readers takes you on a fun, exciting journey through God's Word. Along the way you'll meet all types of people, see all sorts of places, and learn all kinds of things about the Bible. Most importantly, you'll grow closer in your relationship with God.Here's a quick tour through the features:Life in Bible Times - Articles and illustrations describe what life was like in ancient daysPeople in Bible Times - Articles offer close-up looks at amazing people of the BibleLet's Live It! - Hands-on activities help you apply biblical truths to your lifeDid You Know? - Interesting facts help you understand God's WordWords to Treasure - Great verses to memorizeTwenty special pages - Games and other Bible fun, all with a jungle safari themeBook introductions, a dictionary, and color mapsIncludes the complete New International Reader's Version (NIrV), perfect for children learning to read and explore the Bible for the first time on their own.For games and activities, visit www.AdventureBible.com.

A Large Print Bible That's Easy to Read The NIrV Discoverer's Bible for Early Readers uses the full text of the New International Version written at a third-grade reading level. It's perfect for early readers to embark on their first exploration of the Bible on their own. Special features include: Large 12-point font for easier reading Thirty full-color pages help kids experience key Bible stories and themes in a fresh way Dictionary of Bible words for quick reference Reading plan for the great stories of the Bible Eight full-color maps for easy visualization of key Bible places Presentation page for personalizing and gift giving This Bible is specifically designed to help early readers discover the Bible for themselves.

The Adventure Bible for Toddlers starts children ages 2-5 on the journey of a lifetime, teaching them about the Bible's great stories and themes. It helps young children grow in their relationship with God using stories and art from the wildly popular Adventure Bible Storybook. With ten beautifully illustrated and beloved Bible stories from the Old and New Testament, this sturdy padded board book will stimulate toddlers' minds and fill their hearts with love for their heavenly Father.

Mary was very sweet, but she was quite an ordinary young woman. One day, she was doing her jobs around the house, when suddenly the room was filled with brilliant light. And there, glowing in the corner, was a beautiful angel! "Hello," said the angel. "Don't be scared. My name is Gabriel. God has sent me. You are going to have a very special baby. He will be God's son, and his name will be Jesus. He will grow up to be very wise and kind. He will help people to love God and be good..." This book offers the perfect introduction to the New Testament, selecting the best-loved and most accessible stories and retelling them in a way that even the youngest readers or listeners will be able to relate to.

Celebrate the Christmas season with this beautiful and heartwarming nativity retelling from beloved, bestselling author Glenys Nellist. Told in the style of the classic ?'Twas the Night Before Christmas poem, make this read aloud your new holiday tradition. 'Twas?the Evening of Christmas shares the glorious nativity story of baby Jesus, the King of Kings! Written in both prose and poetry, this beautiful picture book will engage children and adults alike and become a new holiday tradition for families everywhere!? ?'Twas?the Evening of Christmas: Is a wonderful holiday read aloud for children ages 4-8? Shares the powerful message of Jesus and his miraculous birth Features beautiful artwork by celebrated illustrator Elena Selivanova? Serves as the perfect gift for the family as you prepare for the Christmas season? Presents portions written in the familiar rhyme scheme of Clement C. Moore's?'Twas?the Night Before Christmas? Makes a great holiday, Christmas, or Advent, gift for readers young and old? Is the perfect addition to a Sunday school or children's ministry lesson, classroom setting, or homeschool library Join Glenys and families around the world as you and your family celebrate the arrival of God's son, Jesus.? Look for additional inspirational children's picture books from Glenys:? 'Twas?the Morning of Easter? 'Twas?the Evening of Christmas? Snuggle Time series? Love Letters from God series

In Busy Nativity, children can push, pull and turn the tabs to join Mary and Joseph on their long journey to Bethlehem, marvel as a host of angels appear and see beautiful baby Jesus in his crib. Children will love playing with this bright and colourful Christmas board book with gentle rhyming text which introduces young children to the wonderful story of the First Christmas. Children will love playing with the easy-to-handle mechanisms in this bright and colourful board book with magical illustrations by Emily Bolam, which is part of the hugely successful Busy Book series from Campbell Books.

Dr Luke has a story to tell. It's a super incredible, massively, mind-boggling totally AMAZING, absolutely awesome, epically HUGE story. Luke wrote down everything that happened because he wanted everyone, everywhere in the whole world to hear what he had to say.Luke's story tells you who Jesus is, what he did, the people he met, all the super interesting things he had to say, and it has a pretty jaw-dropping twist right at the end...Diary of a disciple: Luke's story is a contemporary retelling of Luke's Gospel. Written in a quirky, contemporary, accessible style, Diary of a disciple offers a way into the Bible for the next generation.

If you are a parent, grandparent, pastor, or teacher looking for a way to teach the children in your life about God's "Never Stopping, Never Giving up, Unbreaking, Always and Forever Love," look no further than The Jesus Storybook Bible. What makes The Jesus Storybook Bible different from every other Kids' Bible? While other Kids' Bibles contain stories from the Old and New Testaments, The Jesus Storybook Bible tells the Story beneath all the stories in the Bible, pointing to Jesus as our Savior. From the Old Testament through the New Testament, as the Story unfolds, children will clearly see that Jesus is at the center of God's great story of salvation-and at the center of their story too. The Jesus Storybook Bible: * Visually brings scripture to life for children * Contains 21 stories from the Old Testament * Contains 23 stories from the New Testament * Presents the best-loved stories of the Bible in an easy-to-understand format * Shares how Jesus is at the center of our story * Features the award-winning illustrations of Jago * Features the beloved, bestselling writing of Sally Lloyd-Jones * Is the perfect Kids' Bible for any age up to 6th grade For the past ten years, The Jesus Storybook Bible has been the trusted and preferred starting point for thousands and thousands of parents, grandparents, and pastors to teach their kids about the Bible. The beautiful, award-winning illustrations of Jago connect with the bestselling writing of Sally Lloyd-Jones so that the text of Scripture visually comes to life in the minds of children. The Jesus Storybook Bible contains 21 stories from the Old Testament and 23 stories from the New Testament, presented in an easy-to-understand way that makes learning about the Bible as fun for younger children, preschool and below, as it is for older children, kindergarten to sixth grade.

Who's that tooting? It's two enormous elephants! Who's that snoring? It's one Noisy Noah! A bright and beautiful first book about Noah with animals from the ark on each page and lots of noises to join in with. Squawk and roar along as you read! Illustrations by the wonderful Rebecca Elliott (Missing Jack, Mr Super Poopy Pants) make this sturdy little board book a delight. Also available: Not So Silent Night, God Bless This Starry Night , God Loves Little Me

Snuggle up with your little one and share the warmth of God's love as you enjoy this adorable collection of bedtime prayers. Filled with soothing rhymes from bestselling author Glenys Nellist, Snuggle Time Prayers is a calming and mindful addition to any child's bedtime routine. Featuring cute, cuddly illustrations and read-aloud rhymes, this padded cover board book will delight children with its heartfelt poems that promote mindfulness and gratitude. Get ready for repeated readings and lots of hugs! This collection of 15 bedtime prayers is: Perfect for bedtime snuggles, with a padded cover that fits just right in little hands Great for establishing bedtime routines with children ages 0-4 A soothing collection of rhymed poems and prayers that promote mindfulness and gratitude An ideal gift for baby showers, baptisms, Easter, Christmas, birthdays, and other gift giving holidays An adorable addition to the bestselling Snuggle Time series, with over 300,000 units sold Written by Glenys Nellist, the bestselling author of many beloved children's books, including the Love Letters from God and Snuggle Time series Check out other the other titles in the Snuggle Time series: Snuggle Time Bible Stories Snuggle Time Psalms Snuggle Time Christmas Stories Snuggle Time Fall Blessings

Take your kids on an adventure through the Bible! 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

Jake is excited about having his own bedroom, but when it comes time to go to sleep, he is afraid of the dark and afraid of being alone. Jake tries to conquer his fears by turning on the bedroom light. When that doesn t work, he takes his animals to bed with him. Then he tries crawling under his bed. When none of these methods work, he crawls back into bed and finally falls asleep. The next morning, when Jake tells his parents what happened, they get him a night light and remind him that God is with him all night long. The next night Jake has no trouble falling asleep."

With its beautiful, full-color cover illustration of Jesus by the Sea of Galilee, the Seaside Bible is a favorite of children everywhere. These classic children's King James Version Bibles feature attractive page decoration and new, traditionally styled artwork depicting important Bible events.

There are pages for children to record life experiences, such as memorable events at church and with family and friends. Special illuminations of the Lord's Prayer, the Ten Commandments, and the books of the Bible are given to help the child integrate the Bible into his or her everyday life..

The Seaside Bible is a popular choice for parents, grandparents, Sunday school teachers and others who want to give a newborn or young child the gift of God's Holy Scriptures. Gold foil stamping on the cover makes this Bible ideal for personalizing with an imprint of the child's name.

Make the Bible come to life!

Give kids the big picture of God s story with this innovative, interactive Bible storybook. One hundred stories take readers on a journey through the Bible, and the digital pop-ups (accessed with a free "augmented reality" app) bring the art and story remarkably to life with both sound and 3-D imagery.

The NIV Bible for Teen Guys, designed specifically for guys ages 13 to 18, is for real teenage guys with real lives. Packed with daily readings, highlighted promises of God, challenging insights, smart advice, and open discussion about the realities of life, this Bible is designed to help teen guys grow in their faith. The NIV Bible for Teen Guys is as serious about your walk with God as you are, helping you discover his will for all areas of your life, including relating to your family, dealing with friends, work, sports, girls, and so much more. Features include: Daily readings for teen guys by popular Christian male authors (Mark Batterson, Kyle Idleman, Mark Hall, Max Lucado, and more) Character profiles of men in the Bible Book introductions for each book of the Bible Highlighted promises of God: verses worth remembering A concordance for help in finding verses The complete text of the bestselling New International Version (NIV) of the Bible