Story Books
Showing all 47 results
-
Trust
$5.99Read moreBrother and Sister agree to watch little Honey Bear while Mama and Papa clean the attic. Can the cubs be trusted to keep an eye on their baby sister? Find out in this faith-based storybook starring the Berenstain Bears!
While they are busy cleaning, Mama and Papa trust Brother and Sister to watch Honey Bear, the baby of the bunch. But when the cubs get distracted by their favorite film, Honey gets into a sticky mess! This Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit storybook, created by Mike Berenstain, son of Stan and Jan Berenstain, features a soon-to-be classic story about being trustworthy!
The Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit series celebrates the joy of faith, family, and friends-values essential to a wholesome and fulfilling life!
-
Abigail And The Big Start Over
$12.99Read moreNew house. New school. New problems!
Like many kids, adventurous and creative 9-year-old Abigail experiences lots of ups and downs when it comes to school life, making friends and getting on with parents and siblings. Through both the humorous and serious challenges that arise, Abigail finds herself in one new mess after another. But as she learns all about how Jesus forgave Peter when he messed up again and again, she sees how Jesus can forgive her too.
Readers will explore the Bible alongside Abigail and learn that God’s love for us and his grace to us never run out. So we can start over again and again!
This fun, exciting novel for kids aged 7+ features short chapters with illustrations that really bring the story to life. It explains grace in a kid-friendly way that is relevant to their lives, and it provides a great way for kids to engage with the Bible.
This is the first book in the Abigail series, a fictional series for readers aged 7 and up that follows the adventures of 9-year-old Abigail as she figures out what faith means for her everyday life. Young readers will be inspired to read the Bible, talk to God and apply what they believe to their own lives.
-
Politeness
$10.99Read moreGramps loves to play his violin, but unfortunately, he isn’t very good! Brother, Sister and Honey Bear learn that being polite is more than just saying ‘Please’ and ‘Thank you’ in this humorous Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit storybook!
Kids ages 3 to 7 will enjoy this sweet, faith-based story filled with fun, colorful illustrations-it’s the perfect read-aloud for any day! The Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit series celebrates the joy of faith, family, and friends-values essential to a wholesome and fulfilling life!
This 32-page hardcover storybook, created by Mike Berenstain, son of Stan and Jan Berenstain, includes a soon-to-be classic story about being polite. When Gramps finds his old violin, the cubs are happy to listen. But when they hear Gramps play, they must learn how to choose kind words and be polite!
-
Babbleland Breakout
$6.99Read moreThe highly anticipated twelfth book in the Dead Sea Squirrels series from co-creator of Veggie Tales Mike Nawrocki is finally here!
The Gomezes need a rescue? After re-re-re-escaping from Dr. Simon’s goons, it’s Merle and Pearl’s turn to play rescue tag as they and their animal friends embark on a ridiculous mission to bust the kidnapped Gomez family out of BabbleLand—a Bible-themed amusement park with talking animals. But how can they break in without being caught? With the help of an old-enemy-turned-ally and Adrianna’s hilarious disguise, the squirrels’ roller-coaster rescue is a page-turner sure to have you laughing-out-loud.
Themes:
*Sacrificial love
*Forgiveness
*Friendship -
Twisty Turny Journey
$6.99Read moreMerle and Pearl have been separated! While Pearl is back with the Gomez family, Merle finds himself scurrying through the Holy Land with Dave, a honey-loving, talking lizard. Together, Merle and Dave must brave the perils of the Israeli wilderness in the hopes of reuniting Merle with his friends and foiling Dr. Simon’s evil plan. Get ready for more daring escapes, hilarious jokes, and squirrel origami as Merle and Pearl try to make their way back to each other. Will they find each other before Dr. Simon does?
Readers will learn about Jesus calling his disciples and the Kingdom of God.
-
Dead Sea Squirrels 3 Pack Books 7-9
$19.99Read moreMerle and Pearl have been captured and whisked off to Israel. What does the man with the suit and sunglasses want with the beloved squirrels? Will Michael, Sadie, Justin, and the rest of the Gomez family track them down before it’s too late? Full of hilarious squirrelly antics and a new crew of talking animals, this 3-book set comes with a U-wrap and includes books 7 9 in the Dead Sea Squirrels series:
*Merle of Nazareth
*A Dusty Donkey Detour
*Jingle Squirrels -
Dead Sea Squirrels 6 Pack Books 1-6
$29.99Read moreThe first six books of the Dead Sea Squirrels series are now together in one set! Enjoy the misadventures of Michael, Merle, Pearl, and friends as they navigate everyday life at school, flee from a squirrelnapper, and more. You’ll laugh out loud and learn more about the life of Jesus from two previously petrified squirrels who actually lived in Bible times.
-
Risky River Rescue
$6.99Read moreThe Dead Sea Squirrels are back with another fun-filled adventure! The Gomez family, Pearl, Justin, Sadie, Dusty, and Adriana continue the search for Merle through the Holy Land. But instead of finding Merle, they uncover Dr. Simon’s master plan to create the BabbleLand Animal Park: “the only zoo where cuddly creatures talk to you” and where you can engage in “small talk with the livestock.” While still stuck with Ruben, Merle meets Dave, a blue Lizard of Judah, and the two of them escape and take off along the Jordan River toward Galilee. The Gomezes succeed in catching up with and capturing Ruben, but they just miss Merle and Dave. The theme of this book is choosing to follow God’s will and pleasing God by obeying him and making right choices. Readers will learn about John the Baptist, Jesus’ baptism, and the beginning of Jesus’ ministry.
-
Dead Sea Squirrels 3 Pack Books 4-6
$19.99Read moreThe nuttiness continues in this 3-book set of the popular Dead Sea Squirrels series. The set comes with a u-wrap and includes the next installment of Merle and Pearl’s crazy adventures.
Includes books 4-6 in the Dead Sea Squirrels series:
*Squirrelnapped!
*Tree-mendous Trouble
*Whirly Squirrelies -
Jingle Squirrels
$6.99Read moreMerle and Pearl are still missing! Ruben has them hidden away in Israel, so Michael, Justin, Sadie, Jane, and Mr. and Mrs. Gomez take off on a rescue mission to get them back once and for all. In the meantime, Dusty finds himself trapped in a donkey retirement community alongside a quirky alpaca named Adriana, who just happens to be an expert lock picker! Adriana’s skills come in handy when she and Dusty find Merle and Pearl locked in the birdcage Ruben is using to transport them.
More silliness, chase scenes, and unexpected twists unfold as the squirrels try to evade recapture by Ruben. Eventually, Pearl, Dusty, and Adriana find themselves part of a live Nativity display, but where is Merle? Jingle Squirrels is a continuation of the Dead Sea Squirrels story, but it also tells the Christmas story of Christ’s birth. Readers will learn that God is our Rescuer and Redeemer. Key Verse is John 3:16.
-
Hockey Every Day Every Way
$12.99Read moreHockey Every Day, Every Way, the third book in the Drop the Cup series, is inspired by Lila, a real-life hockey player with cerebral palsy who also happens to be one of the fastest skaters on ice. When her family moves to Hockeytown, USA, right before Valentine’s Day, she’s afraid she won’t fit in, but her fellow hockey players make her feel right at home.
-
Hooray For Hockey Day
$12.99Read moreHooray for Hockey Day continues the story of brothers Blaine and Cullen, and their love of ice hockey, while introducing new characters like Ann, who also has Down syndrome like Blaine, and Aiden, a hockey player with one leg. The kids decide to write to their governor to make Hockey Day a state holiday–and succeed beyond their wildest dreams.
-
Its Hockey Season
$12.99Read moreIt’s Hockey Season tells the tale of two brothers, Blaine and Cullen, who love ice hockey and each other. Cullen is the all-star team captain and his brother Blaine, who has Down syndrome, is the team manager. Blaine is clearly the unsung hero of the team; his leadership and unselfish actions speak louder than words. Young readers are able to learn respect and a better understanding for the challenges individuals with special needs face on a daily basis.
-
Merle Of Nazareth
$6.99Read moreThe Dead Sea Squirrels are back! Mike Nawrocki brings his signature humor and storytelling expertise to the newest installment in the beloved series.
Merle and Pearl have been squirrelnapped and taken to Israel. Even though Michael, Justin, and Sadie have just started 5th grade, they convince their parents that a trip to Israel will be an educational experience, especially since Michael’s mom is a teacher and can help them keep up with their schoolwork. Nazareth is the first stop for Merle and Pearl’s squirrelnapper. The kids are able to track Merle and Pearl to Nazareth, the town where Joseph and Mary lived before the birth of Jesus. Then the squirrels learn that the black-market artifact collector will be moving them to Bethlehem and manage to leave a clue for the kids as to where they are going. Will the kids find Merle and Pearl in time, or will the squirrelnapper get away again?
-
5 Minute Bedtime Stories
$12.99Read moreIn this sweet collection of bedtime stories, you’ll meet twenty-three animals-from Little Hedgehog to not-so-little Elephant-and the mamas and daddies who love them. Each fun and furry friend has a peaceful adventure in store for the day, and preschoolers can come along each night to learn gentle lessons on courage, friendship, and character.
With soft and delightful illustrations, each story ends with a “Snuggle Time” Scripture, prayer, and Bible word, all designed to leave your little one comforted and cuddled and ready for sweet sleep.
-
Whirly Squirrelies
$6.99Read moreContinue the series Kirkus Reviews said will make kids “undoubtedly laugh out loud” with “plenty of humor to tickle young readers” and recommended for fans of Big Nate and Stink!Mike Nawrocki, co-creator of VeggieTales, is back with more adventures with Michael and his friends!
What do homework, Michael’s new favorite video game, and a pair of drones have in common? They’re all competing for the gang’s attention. Join Michael, Merle, and Pearl for some high-flying adventures as they learn that self-control might save your grades . . . and your friends.
-
Squirrelnapped
$6.99Read moreThe Dead Sea Squirrels are missing! Well, Pearl is. Michael is enjoying his first Saturday of the school year, teaching Merle and Pearl to play soccer-in the house! A stray ball smashes his mom’s prized elephant lamp, and Michel sees the chance to lay blame on his little sister. He and the squirrels head to the park to play. When the man in the suit and sunglasses shows up and snatches Pearl, Michel’s friends and family band together to try to get her back! Michael learns the value of honesty.Squirrelnapped! is the fourth installment in the hilarious new series from Mike Nawrocki, co-creator of VeggieTales.
-
Micahs Got Talent
$8.99Read moreThere’s a talent show at school and the prize is too good for Micah to pass up. Will he discover his talent in time to win?
Based on the popular JellyTelly show, Micah’s Super Vlog, in book one of this series Micah wants to win the big talent show prize. There’s just one problem…he doesn’t know his talent. So, he sets out to try just about everything (especially the things his friends are good at) in order to find “his thing.” Discouraged with the process, Micah struggles with his identity but finally learns to have confidence that, in time, he’ll uncover his special gifts.
-
Boy Meets Squirrels
$6.99Read moreThe Dead Sea Squirrels are alive! In book 2 of Mike Nawrocki’s hilarious new series, the two petrified squirrels Michael brought home from Israel are awake and ready to dive into the 21st century. Turns out, the squirrels lived during the time of Jesus and love sharing the lessons they learned from his teaching in their own quirky way. Missteps and misadventures abound as Merle and Pearl help Michael and his friends confront a bully, using lessons from the Sermon on the Mount.
-
Squirreled Away
$6.99Read moreMike Nawrocki, co-creator of VeggieTales, is back!
In the first installment of this hilarious new chapter-book series, ten-year-old Michael and his friend Justin sneak into the Dead Sea caves near the archaeological dig where Michael’s dad is working. Michael finds two 2,000-year-old squirrels petrified in sea salt. Hijinks ensue as Michael tries to bring them back to the U. S., hidden in his backpack. What Michael thinks are just cool souvenirs may turn out to be something much more! The Dead Sea Squirrels series is humorous, fun, and filled with character-building lessons.
-
Berenstain Bears Respect Each Other Level 1
$4.99Read moreGramps and Gran go on a picnic with Mama and Papa Bear and the cubs. As the family searches high and low for the perfect picnic spot, they end up learning a few things about good manners and respecting others. The Berenstain Bears Respect Each Other entertains readers while relaying the importance of the golden rule. Young readers will enjoy reading Respect Each Other, the newest Berenstain Bears Living Lights Level One I Can Read.
-
Littlest Watchman : Watching And Waiting For The Very First Christmas
$14.99Read moreBenjamin is a Watchman. It’s his job to watch for the sign that all God’s promises are coming true-to watch a stump.
Trouble is, it’s hard just waiting. And one night, Benjamin finally gives in and stops watching. But that same night, as he sits outside Bethlehem, he gets to watch something wonderful.
Kids will be gripped by what Benjamin saw, and will be excited by the Christmas story all over again.
-
Thank You God For Grandma
$9.99Read moreGrandma, Nana, Mom-Mom . . . no matter what you call her, there is nothing like the love between a grandmother and her grandchild! Thank You, God, for Grandma is a special way to celebrate the bond of unconditional love and the blessing God gave in grandmothers. This charming board book from bestselling author Amy Parker will warm your heart as you cuddle up just grandmother and grandchild to read Thank You, God, for Grandma. Full of rhyming text and adorable illustrations, this sweet story celebrates the loving connection that grandmothers and their grandchildren share and encourages little ones to thank God for His special gift of grandmothers. A perfect gift from children to their grandparent or an extra-special way to let little ones know that Grandma is thinking of them, Thank You, God, for Grandma will be a favorite among adults and children alike. Spend some time together with your child or your grandchild as you read along and thank God for a wonderful, loving grandmother.
-
Berenstain Bears School Time Blessings
$3.99Read moreIt’s back-to-school time in Bear Country! After the long and lazy summer, it’s time for school. Brother and Sister are ready to see their friends and get busy with all of the things they enjoy about school-but are nervous about the more challenging subjects like math and history. And Honey Bear will be going to nursery school for the first time-but how will she handle not being home with Mama and Papa all day?
In this new Berenstain Bear Living Lights book, Mama and Papa Bear remind their cubs that prayer and God’s love are always there to guide them and that they will support them no matter what the challenge.
-
Servant Like Jesus
$12.99Read moreCharlie is a shy kid who hides behind the cleanup sink at school. However, after his teacher asks him to be her helper, he springs into action when the fire coral stings his friend Bernie. Charlie goes to bed a little bit early because he wants to make sure he gets a goodnight’s sleep. He wants to be a good helper for Miss Stella. He had decided that it was way more fun to be a helper than to hide behind a sink! Before he falls asleep, Charlie prays, “Dear Jesus, thank you for my great first day of school, and thank you for my mommy and daddy, all my new friends and for Miss Stella. Help me to always help others. Amen.” Charlie learns he can overcome his shyness and be a servant like Jesus.
-
What About Honesty
$7.99Read moreJoin 10-year-old Will and his best friend Wisdom–who just happens to be a Bible scholar and fun-loving guinea pig–as they explore such timeless virtues of faith, honesty, perseverance, and kindness. Each colorful book takes your child on an entertaining, educational adventure as Will and Wisdom learn important spiritual lessons that bring them closer to God.
-
What A Bragger
$12.99Read moreMultiple Award-Winning book series helps to build a strong, foundational relationship with Jesus, while teaching love, and compassion for others! Melissa likes to brag that she can swim the fastest, climb the highest, and has the best of everything. Corey finds her crying in the sand box with her broken shovel, the only toy she had. They all chip in treasure coins for her birthday present. Melissa prays, giving thanks to God for her friends, and learns they are more important than all the toys in the sea.
-
Throwing Stones : A Book About Bullying
$5.99Read moreWhile showing off for his bug friends, Leaping Larry jumps a little too high and a little too far, winding up in deep trouble.
Boys and girls and parents, too, won’t believe who comes to the rescue in this heart-thumping Leaping Larry adventure.
Written by Dr. Gary Benfield and illustrated by Chris Sharp the creators of Making New Friends, Throwing Stones and Turtles Are Really Cool! This is the fourth in a series of exciting Leaping Larry books. Join us, won’t you? There are lots more to come.
-
King George And His Duckies
$4.99Read moreA Lesson in Being Selfless King George learns that being selfish doesn’t pay. Taking things from others doesn’t make him happy. So King George decides to give all his duckies away! Just like king George, kids will learn that sharing with others is a true lesson in love.
-
Berenstain Bears God Made The Colors Level 1
$5.99Read moreRed, yellow, blue, and more, the Bear cubs take a color tour! Bear Country comes alive with color as Brother and Sister teach us about God’s colorful world. Written in simple rhyme and classic Berenstain rhythm, level one readers will enjoy this tour of Bear Country.
-
Princess Hope And The Hidden Treasure Level 1
$5.99Read moreWhen Princess Hope and her sisters find a ring that once belonged to their beloved grandmother, their hearts are filled with joy. And when they start finding clues that lead them on a treasure hunt, the adventure begins. Readers of this level one I Can Read will follow Princesses Faith, Hope, Charity, Joy, and Grace as they track down the location of a hidden treasure and learn that all the riches and shiny things in the world cannot compare to the precious love of God.
-
Princess Charitys Golden Heart Level 1
$5.99Read morePrincess Charity loves to ride her horse Daisy across the kingdom and normally feels free to go everywhere. But father has issued an order—to stay away from the neighbor’s border. Charity wants to obey her father, the king, but when she sees people go by an injured young boy without stopping to help, she must make a decision … should she obey her father or go to help the boy in need? Based on the parable of the Good Samaritan, this level one I Can Read brings a lesson of love to life for little girls.
-
Princess Faiths Garden Surprise Level 1
$5.99Read moreWhen Princess Faith discovers a hidden garden within the castle walls she asks for permission to plant a lovely flower garden. When her father approves, she and her sisters share the experience, only to find out it isn’t all that easy. Based on Jesus’ parable of the Sower, early readers of this level one I Can Read will see that people’s hearts, just like soil, must be prepared to nurture new things.
-
Princess Joys Party Level 1
$5.99Read moreIn this level one I Can Read, Princess Joy’s Birthday Blessing, Jesus’ lesson about who is best to invite to your home comes alive for little princesses just learning to read! When no one accepts the invitation to Princess Joy’s birthday party, she is sad. But her father, the king, helps her to understand that there are more ways to celebrate a special day and much better gifts to get than ones wrapped in pretty paper and bows.
-
Princess Grace And Poppy Level 1
$5.99Read moreWhen princess Grace finds five kittens in the hall closet what else can she do but ask her father, the king, if she can keep them? With promises to care for them and get help from her sisters, Grace experiences firsthand how much responsibiltily it is to care completely for something. Based upon the paprable of the lost sheep, readers can begin to understand just how much God must care for all of us!
-
Our Feathered Friends Level 2
$4.99Read moreEagle, Hummingbird, Owl, and Roadrunner includes simple text perfect for I Can Read level two readers and provides basic facts about these birds of the air and their habitat. Parents and teachers will enjoy introducing early readers to the wonders of God’s creation.
-
You Are Special
$17.99Read morePunchinello is a chipped, ugly puppet who thinks he’s not worth much; that is, until Eli the Woodcarver helps him understand how special he is—marks and all. Originally published in Tell Me the Secrets, this delightfully illustrated tale shows your kids that no matter how the world evaluates them, God loves them just as they are.
