Janie’s Favorite Books, Old and New

By Janie Cheaney | December 9, 2023

Janie shares her favorite books, many of which are featured in our Winter Book Fair.

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Hayley’s Favorite Books, Old and New

By Hayley Morell | December 7, 2023

We are excited to be partnering with Story Glory Kids for our Winter Book Fair this year! In the past, we linked to amazon for all of our Christmas gift suggestions, but this year, whenever possible, we’ll be directing you to Story Glory for your book-related shopping. Like amazon, we get a small commission. Unlike…

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Megan’s Favorite Books, Old and New

By Megan Saben | December 5, 2023

We are excited to be partnering with Story Glory Kids for our Winter Book Fair this year! In the past, we linked to amazon for all of our Christmas gift suggestions, but this year, whenever possible, we’ll be directing you to Story Glory for your book-related shopping. Like amazon, we get a small commission. Unlike…

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Betsy’s Favorite Books, Old and New

By Betsy Farquhar | December 4, 2023

Betsy shares her favorite books that are featured in our Winter Book Fair.

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The Hiding Place, A Christmas Carol, Hinds Feet on High Places, and Les Miserables: An Engaging Visual Journey

By Megan Saben | November 22, 2023

The four books in the Engaging Visual Journey series provide beautiful, dignified forms to stories that are dearly loved spiritual classics. The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom with Elizabeth and John Sherrill, illustrated by Jill DeHaan, Daniel Strange, and Nicola Evans. Tyndale, 2022. 150 pages. A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, illustrated by Jill…

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Children of Israel: Our Book List of Jewish Life, History, and Culture

By Janie Cheaney | November 17, 2023

Books to increase children’s understanding of the Jews’ unique history, culture, and relevance.

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Back Porch Book Chat: Carolyn Givens (Author, Publisher, Reader)

By Betsy Farquhar | October 26, 2023

Back Porch Book Chat: A casual conversation about books. Our guest today is Carolyn Givens.

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Dragonology: The Complete Book of Dragons, 20th Anniversary Edition

By Megan Saben | October 18, 2023

Those who love dragons and long for more lore will find this field guide an excellent companion. Dragonology: The Complete Book of Dragons, 20th Anniversary Edition. Candlewick, 2021. 32 pages I firmly believe that there were once fire-breathing dragons, though I’m probably thankful that I don’t have any in my back yard. (If you’re curious…

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5 Ways to Encourage Art Appreciation with Picture Books

By Betsy Farquhar | September 29, 2023

When are children old enough to begin appreciating quality art? As soon as they start looking at picture books.

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Authority vs. Anarchy: A Book List for Teens

By Betsy Farquhar | September 18, 2023

Authority vs. Anarchy: Opposites? Two sides of the same coin? Romans 13 reminds us to obey our governing (civic) authorities. Exodus 20 and Ephesians 6 remind us to obey our parental authorities. Certain people in the church are given spiritual authority over those they shepherd in their congregations. We’re all to obey the Lord as…

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