Tag: Children's Fiction
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Trouble On The Trail
$9.99Add to cartMaking friends, riding horses, solving mysteries, and relying on God–that’s what Horses & Friends stories are all about!
Can they save a fortune and a new friend?
“Hey, mister! You dropped something.” Kate and her friends witness a cantankerous old man drop part of a hand-drawn map, but he drives off in his beat-up Ford before they can give it back. They learn the man is Mr. Benson, a former prospector who lives in the nearby hills and wants to be left alone. But when Kate and Tori overhear two men conspiring to rob Mr. Benson of his gold, they know they have to warn him before the thieves can strike. What will happen if their plan backfires and the men come after them?
Follow along as relatable Kate finds out what it means to be faithful–to her friends, to her family, and to the horses she loves. Always up for adventure, this energetic thirteen-year-old learns to rely on God as she meets challenges, solves mysteries, and forges friendships. Through it all, Kate is encouraged by her hard-working parents and her bond with her little brother, Pete, who is autistic.
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Rebel Horse Rescue
$9.99Add to cartHorses & Friends-for girls who love horses, friends, and God!
Who is the surprise visitor to Kate’s farm?
Summer is winding down for Kate and her friends when a surprise visitor appears at her family’s farm-a beautiful bay horse wearing a halter and a bad attitude. Dubbing the horse “Rebel,” the friends set out to find the horse’s owner. Where did he come from-and why are horses all over the area disappearing from their pastures and paddocks? It’s a mystery that even the sheriff can’t solve, so Kate decides to head up the investigation. When Kate’s brother, Pete, who has autism, develops a strong connection to the new arrival, Kate wonders-did God bring Rebel to them for a bigger purpose?
Follow along as relatable Kate finds out what it means to be faithful-to her friends, to her family, and to the horses she loves. Always up for adventure, this energetic thirteen-year-old learns to rely on God as she meets challenges, solves mysteries, and forges friendships. Through it all, Kate is encouraged by her hard-working parents and her bond with her little brother, Pete.
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Ocean Of No Escape
$8.99Add to cartIs escape even possible when you’ve been shanghaied?
Jem Coulter, his family, and Strike-It-Rich Sam journey to San Francisco with the newfound gold to see if surgery can fix Nathan’s broken legs. The uncertainty of Nathan’s recovery leaves Jem bored and worried, so he heads how to the waterfront to explore. The merchant ships look exciting–where could they be sailing?
A sailor’s invitation turns into an unexpected kidnapping that forces Jem into the life of a cabin boy. Forced to eat awful food and filled with a fear he’ll never see his family again, Jem wonders if he can escape by jumping ship. Join Jem on the deck as he navigates the rough seas.
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Keep It Together (Audio CD)
$17.99Add to cartAdventures in Odyssey audio dramas release the imagination of both young and old as listeners follow a host of characters through adventures in the town of Odyssey. Geared toward kids ages 7 and up, these high-quality audio dramas teach biblical truths and moral foundations for children to make decisions from throughout their lives. They are perfect for car rides and initiating important conversations with kids.
“Morrie Rydell, you’re under arrest.”
When Odyssey’s resident hacker is accused of a serious computer crime, Suzu, Cooper, and Mr. Whittaker race to investigate what really happened. But the newly formed team isn’t united. Emily Jones’s past dealings with Morrie cloud her desire to help. Why should she believe he’s innocent?
Meanwhile, Jules Kendall gets a unique opportunity to use her musical talents with a band but joining them could mean hurting a friend and lying to Connie. And Buck Meltsner’s new life takes an intriguing turn when Jason Whittaker arrives in Baltimore with a spy job for him.
Friendships are on the table and loyalties are up for grabs as everyone in Odyssey tries their best to Keep It Together.
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Shadow And The Promise
$16.99Add to cartWhile two newly created rock badgers explore their growing world, they encounter a dark foe–the great dragon, the serpent of old. The sinister creature interrupts the badgers’ joyful exploration of the growing landscape to reveal his wicked plan to destroy God’s creation. When the enemy takes flight, the badgers race to warn Adam and Eve of the impending danger. With every thunderous flap of wings, the serpent draws closer to his perch in the forbidden tree. Will the badgers make it in time to expose the evil plan.
The Shadow and the Promise by bestselling author Marty Machowski follows the adventures of the animals who witness the events of Genesis and Exodus unfold before them. Join badgers in the Garden of Eden, an array of animals in the Ark, groundhogs at Babel, Abraham’s donkey, sheep from Joseph’s herd, the cats in the palace in Egypt, and a dog and oxen present at the Passover.
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What A Croc
$14.99Add to cartFrom best-selling author Bill Myers comes a hilarious, faith-filled, and action-packed adventure starring the Mulligan family.
For some reason, things keep going wrong for the Mulligan kids. There was the incident with the bugs on the bus. Then came the mixed-up lunches. And now several animals have escaped from the park. What is going on?
Could the curse that Madame Clare mentioned at her fortune-telling booth actually be true? What’s more, could it seriously hurt their animal park and family connection. Will Mike Mulligan fail in his bid to oust the corrupt Mayor?
Neither Michael nor Traci Mulligan had intended upon a large family, let alone one of such diversity. But God had other plans. After their second child, Lisa, was born blind, they began to see their gift for reaching out, connecting, and laughing with special children with special needsa*all while raising their family among the many creatures living at the animal park that they operate.
Are there trials? You bet. There’s no way to keep the boat from rocking with so many children from such diverse backgrounds and in such an incredible environment. But their faith in Christ, commitment to one another, and ability to laugh at themselves keep them digging in to make it work.
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Cristina Emprende – (Spanish)
$12.99Add to cartLa protagonista del cuarto cuento de la Serie Jovencitas Valientes es Cristina, de 12 anos, cursando el septimo grado. Es bajita de estatura, su pelo es largo de color marron claro. Tiene los ojos de tono “Hazel” y usa espejuelos. Es una nia amorosa, organizada y determinada, pero su mayor reto es su miedo a quedarse sin nada. Necesita superar las distracciones, la ansiedad y el miedo. Aunque la determinacion es su mayor fortaleza, su mayor miedo es que su familia se quede sin dinero y que su tienda no funcione. Como podra Cristina superar sus temores?
The main character of the fourth story in the Brave Young Girls Series is Cristina, 12 years old, attending the seventh grade. She is short in height, her hair is long light brown. She has hazel eyes and wears glasses. She is a loving, organized and determined girl, but her biggest challenge is her fear of being left with nothing. She needs to overcome distractions, anxiety, and fear. Although her determination is her greatest strength, her greatest fear is that her family will run out of money and their store will fail. Will Cristina be able to overcome her fears?
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Ofelia Crea – (Spanish)
$12.99Add to cartLa tercera protagonista de la Serie Jovencitas Valientes es Ofelia, de 11 aos y cursa sexto grado. Tiene el cabello ondulado color marron, ojos azules, una amplia sonrisa y es alta. Ha tenido con reto con su valor: piensa que no tiene talento para nada, y siempre esta intentando cosas nuevas, tratando de encontrar su talento. Le gustan los retos y no le tiene miedo a intentar cosas nuevas, pero es inconstante en lo que hace porque no cree en sus posibilidades y se molesta por todo. Su miedo mas grande es no encontrar su talento, pero no se cansara de seguir intentando todo lo que se presente hasta encontrar su talento.
The third main character in the BraveYoung Girls Series is Ofelia, 11 years old and in sixth grade. She has wavy brown hair, blue eyes, a wide smile, and is tall. She doesn’t believe she has value: she thinks she has no talent at all, and she is always trying new things in order to find her talent. She likes challenges and is not afraid to try new things, but she is fickle in what she does because she doesn’t believe in her possibilities and she gets annoyed by everything. Her biggest fear is not finding her talent, but she won’t get tired of trying everything she comes up with until she discovers it.
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Ink Of Elspet
$8.99Add to cartImmerse yourself in this fast-paced middle-grade fantasy about magic ink, a secret society, and a boy who yearns to make his mark.
When their father goes missing after a mysterious train crash, Everett and his little sister Bea find a curious pen in his belongings, and its magical Ink begins to rewrite their once-ordinary lives. The Ink leads them to a world they never knew existed–one teeming with impossible magic, formidable allies, and villains who are determined to destroy everything they hold dear. Together, Everett and Bea embark on an adventure through secret tunnels in England and Scotland to find and protect the last Inkwell, and ultimately to save their father. But in order to do so, Everett must find a way to tap into the most magical power of all: his courage. Perfect for fans of The Silver Arrow, the Bookwanderers, and Inkheart, this classic battle of good and evil pits creativity against the forces that would seek to blot it out for good.
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Rebecca Suena – (Spanish)
$12.99Add to cartEn el segundo cuento de la Serie Jovencitas Valientes, la protagonista es Rebecca, de 11 aos y cursa el sexto grado. Tiene los ojos grandes color cafe claro, cabello lacio de color marron claro, y largas y abundantes pestanas. Es comica, piensa creativamente y hace amigos con facilidad. Aunque es buena en el momento de resolver cambios inesperados, hay cambios que la bloquean y le afectan mucho, y tiene que aprender a seguir instrucciones y a callar un poco lo que piensa y siente. Puede liderar sin problemas, pero tiene un miedo atroz a equivocarse en publico, y que la gente se burle y se ria de ella. Tienes alguna amiga como Rebecca?
In the second story of the Brave Young Girls Series, the main character is Rebecca, 11 years old and in sixth grade. She has large light brown eyes, straight light brown hair, and long, thick eyelashes. She is humorous, thinks creatively, and makes friends easily. Although she is good at dealing with unexpected changes, some of these block her and affect her a lot, and she has to learn to follow instructions and shut up what she thinks and feels a bit. She can lead with no problems, but she is terribly afraid of being wrong in public, and of being mocked and laughed at. Do you have any friends like Rebecca?
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Mariana Se Valora – (Spanish)
$12.99Add to cartValorarse a si misma, soar, crear y emprender son etapas que cada mujer debe vivir para auto realizarse. Por eso es tan importante que las nias y jovencitas aprendan a desarrollarlas desde temprana edad. La Serie Jovencitas Valientes, nuevo proyecto de la autora Omayra Font, surge de querer cumplir ese proposito. Los personajes de esta serie fueron creados con la participacion de las cuatro hijas de la autora, junto a su propia experiencia de vida y lo que ella conoce como necesidades de las nias en la preadolescencia. Los nombres de las protagonistas aluden a las mujeres que han colaborado con ella en la realizacion de su sueo de ser escritora.
El primer cuento de la serie es Mariana se valora. Mariana, una jovencita de 12 aos, estudiante de septimo grado, tiene cabello rizo largo y negro, ojos claros y grandes, y pecas. Aunque siempre quiere ayudar a los demas, su mayor miedo es que nadie la acepte tal cual es. Teme decir lo que piensa, se deja llevar por otros y es testaruda. Ama a las personas, las hace sentir bien, y sabe escuchar. El compararse con todo el mundo, sus amigas y hermana ha causado inseguridades en ella donde no se siente bonita, no se atreve a expresarse, y la timidez le impide hacer cosas que le gustaria hacer. Conoces alguna “Mariana”?
Valuing herself, dreaming, creating and becoming an entrepreneur are stages that each woman must live in order to fulfill herself. That is why it is so important that girls and young women learn to develop these stages from an early age. The Brave Young Girls Series, a new project by author Omayra Font, arises from wanting to fulfill that purpose. The characters in this series were created with the participation of the author’s four daughters, along with her own life experience and what she knows as the needs of pre-teen girls. The names of her main characters allude to the women who have collaborated with her in the realization of her dream of being a writer.
The first story in the series is Mariana values herself. Mariana, a 12-year-old seventh grader, has long black curly hair, large, light eyes, and freckles. Although she always wants to help others, her biggest fear is that no one will accept her as she is. She is afraid to say what she thinks, she gets carried away by others and is stubborn. She loves people, makes them feel good, and knows how to listen. Comparing herself to everyone, her friends and her sister has caused insecurities in her where she doesn’t feel pretty, she does
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Songs Of A Warrior
$14.99Add to cartThis dramatic retelling of the accounts of the first two kings of Israel follows the intertwining stories of Jonathan, Saul, David and Michal documented in 1 and 2 Samuel.
In this imaginative yet biblically faithful book, readers will find themselves immersed in the hearts and minds of the key players as they experience battles, intrigue, plots, betrayal, love and friendship.
This resource is a great way to help kids aged 8-12 engage with God’s word. They’ll be left thinking about what it means to trust God and realizing that only Jesus can really be the king God’s people need.
Makes a wonderful gift for children aged 8-12. Includes a Bible-reading plan for the life of David and notes that differentiate the known facts from the imaginative parts.