Children Books

Finally, the citizens of Wemmicksville are saying that Punchinello is a good Wemmick! He's always wanted to hear that. But in his effort to please the crowd, Punchinello forgets what his maker Eli has taught him. So when others start collecting boxes and balls, Punchinello decides he wants to have some too. They make him feel so good--until he remembers how his arms ache from holding them all. Until he remembers how tired he is from working just to buy more. Until he stumbles into Eli's workshop and is reminded of how very much he's given up to have those boxes and balls. Once again at the knee of his creator, Punchinello hears the words he needs the most: "You are special, not because of the things you have, but because you are mine." This best-selling sequel to You Are Special is now available in board book format, encouraging hearts of every age to learn of the love of their Heavenly Father...

A young child describes what it means to be adopted emphasizing that parents of adopted children chose them, love them, and will never leave them...

Written for children who are going through the difficult journey of grief after the loss of a loved one. The story of William's grief is accompanied by rich illustrations....

Josh's friend Mac has died. A car comes to take Max's family to the funeral and later he is buried in the ground. What happened? Where has his friend gone?..

Jenny's sister, Rosie, was not very well. She didn't have a sore throat, and she didn't have a runny nose. She didn't have spots and she didn't feel sick. But Rosie was still unwell...

Imagine a little dog following Jesus during his earthly ministry. What did it see? What did it feel? This book, with its delightful illustrations and simple text, will be ideal for introducing little children to the stories of Jesus...

Packed with the wisdom that anyone could give to a teenage boy...

Why do angels attract us? What are their names and qualities? How do they contribute to our lives? A ninth century tradition about the Archangel Michael helps shed light on these questions. Simple steps to contemplation round off each chapter...

Ten-year-old Milly had always dreamed of living in the country and owning all sorts of animals. So when her parents buy a piece of land and move their six children into a ninety year old barn, Milly can't believe her luck...

As our children grow, many changes take place. But I notice in my own children that one thing remains constant – they still need the quality time that only I, as a parent, can provide. It is my hope that when you read these stories together you will not only embark on new adventures, but that you will reinforce in your children those values that we all hold so dear...

Mums, Dads and Teachers: Children learn to tell “fibs” very early in life. As children grow and learn, it is important they are taught honesty and truthfulness. These are important building blocks for good character and need to be nurtured and hurts others. There are many examples of this throughout the stories of the Bible. This book uses the story of Joseph to illustrate the importance of telling the truth. Proverbs teaches us that God does not like lying lips, but he delights in those who are truthful. I hop you and your child can use this book to discuss the importance of honesty. Lenny the Lying Lemur “Jumping jellybeans – I am not a monkey, I am a lemur!” says Lenny. What adventures will this lying lemur get up to when he visits France the Firefly at Lighthouse Beach? Will Lenny and Francy become good friends or will the young lemur’s lying lead to trouble and hurt others? Oh blimey Slimey! Will Lenny fall for the sneaky tricks of Slimey the Seagull and lose his chance at..

Little Nellie was not yet four and a half when God took her to Heaven, but she had already made her First Holy Communion. Nellie received five of the seven Sacraments. Before she died, she received Our Lord 32 times. She knew that in Holy Communion she was receiving God and she always called Him "Holy God." When the Holy Father, Pope St. Pius X, heard about Little Nellie he cried: "There! That is the sign for which I was waiting!" Then, the Holy Father said that children could receive Holy Communion when they were little. They would no longer have to wait till age 12. Little Nellie is called the Little Violet of the Blessed Sacrament. Perfect to teach children love and reverence for Our Lord in the Holy Eucharist! 31 Pg. PB. Eccl. Approb...

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True stories of yesteryear with Timeless lessons for today As a little girl, Arleta never would have guessed what her grandma was up to when she was her age. That is, until she discovered the secrets hidden in her grandma's attic...

Little Blessing Angel - Believe..

A story about St Dominic through a New Zealander's eyes for her Grandchildren has made this book a must for all schools and parishes. Beautifully illustrated by her daughter Hayley Ness, Author Michele Ness lives on the kapiti Coast. All proceeds from this book go to Dominican Projects. ..