This week hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talk with author Maria Antonia about her new book, The Christmas Elephant.

Ellie wants to be an elephant in the Christmas play but her know-it-all sister says she’ll ruin everything. When Baby Jesus goes missing, Ellie must find him, or the play will be ruined (but not because Ellie is an elephant)!

Ellie thinks outside the box. She stands her ground and remains in her elephant costume even when her older sister—and director of this year’s Christmas play— demands she change into a sheep costume. The theme of standing up for your own uniqueness sends a subtle message to children that they can fit in anywhere if they persevere and don’t give in to peer pressure. Ellie’s approach to standing her ground is entertaining and empowering. There is also a teaching moment for the bossy sister who comes to see that everything doesn’t have to work out the way she planned in order to be wonderful. The Christmas Elephant is an ideal addition for family, preschool, elementary school, and community library Christmas picture book collections.

This unique holiday book is perfect for:

• Children ages 3-8
• Sharing the story of Christmas through a memorable narrative text and engaging, whimsical illustrations
• Christmas gifts, including stocking stuffers and church ministry outreach
• Inspiring discussion and dialogue with parents, grandparents, friends, and teachersChristmas celebrations, church ministry outreach, and Advent discussions
• Sparking age-appropriate conversations about Christmas, self-esteem, Jesus’ birth, and helping others. 

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The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talkw ith author Jennifer Wilder Morgan about her book, I'm Alive, Dear Mama.

A precious love letter from unborn babies to their mothers.

I’m Alive, Dear Mama is a fully illustrated book that shares a sweet commentary on how the baby explores with wonder the physical, emotional, and spiritual concepts of life through Mama’s daily activities and travels. With hope and expectation, the child can’t wait to experience the promise and fullness of earthly life with the family.

Beautiful art fills the pages, celebrating the miracle and journey of human life and its true, priceless value, from conception through adulthood. Every person's journey begins before they are born, and this book helps readers of all ages remember the unborn child is living, listening, and learning.

Features included-

• Color illustrations on every page
• Parenting discussion questions
• Activities for families to use together

Families of different cultures, environments, and economic classes are represented, demonstrating the larger journey of human life around the world.

Makes a heartwarming baby shower gift or gift for parents-to-be!

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki, and Sarah Humphries talk with author Clarissa Roll about her new book, Hurt Help Hope: A Conversation About Teen Grief.

Hurt Help Hope is a sensitive grief guide written for teens by a grieving teen and her mother. Together they offer support, advice, and understanding for navigating life after loss.

After the death of a loved one, anyone can be caught up in a whirlwind of emotions and unanswered questions. Hurt Help Hope divides lists of relatable questions into five categories covering topics like the logistics of funerals, how your body copes with grief, how it affects your faith in God, how to manage feelings, and more!

Features:

• Credibility and vulnerability of the authors: The authors aren’t writing about grief from a theoretical or clinical place – they are walking through it themselves. Their deeply genuine and empathetic words will comfort readers like a friend.
• Written by a teen and her mom for grieving teens. Fiona shares her experience grieving the death of her father as a teenager. Clarissa shares insights from her family's life as they learned to live without their dad.
• Question-and-answer format: Each chapter is made up of questions teens may have as they experience grief. The authors don’t write in a clinical or theoretical way, but in a conversational tone, sharing what they’ve learned like an encouraging friend.
• Grounded in Jesus: There are encouraging truths about our hope in Jesus and how our theology as Christians can be a great comfort in the face of death.
• An excellent balance of theology and helpful, practical advice.
• Practical advice: This book is brimming with practical, day-to-day suggestions of how to handle grief. These include:
• a list of tips to promote better sleep
• what to do when you’re experiencing anger, confusion, or even numbness
• what to expect at funerals
• a list of insensitive things people might say in the face of loss
• ideas about how to respond to comments like those
• and many more!
• Engaging quizzes, charts, and graphs help to processes fears, feelings, and all the hard things.

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The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

In this episode hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Narocki talk with former NFL football player and now author Matt Forte about his new book, My Hair Can.

Celebrate what your hair can do! This joyful, rhyming picture book invites diverse girls and boys to embrace their natural hair with an uplifting reminder of their self-worth.

My hair has roots from many places under the sun,

telling the story of my ancestors and where I come from.

I can shake my hair like a baby with a rattle,

or cut it all off to support my friend’s battle.

What can your hair do? From cool curls to crisp fades, from long locs, to beaded braids, bright joyful illustrations of diverse children burst from each page inspiring self-love and positive self-esteem. But hair love is more than knots, locs, and mohawks. Discover the power of cutting your hair in solidarity with a sick friend or celebrating your heritage with hairstyles from your ancestral roots.

My Hair Can is an encouraging reminder for young readers about loving their hair, respecting differences, and celebrating their God-given uniqueness.

• Features rhyming text perfect for read-aloud book
• Represents hairstyles of boys and girls
• Builds positive affirmations, confidence, and self-esteem
• Emphasizes hair connection to ancestral roots
• Empowers solidarity with friends
• Highlights each child’s God-given uniqueness
• Includes delightful and colorful illustrations

“Forte’s picture book reminds kids to not only see their hair as wonderful creations but also to see their peers as uniquely created too. It’s a call for kids to cut through the lies of the enemy with a thankful, joyful heart and to be confident in God’s extraordinary design.” –Heriloom Book Club Review Excerpt

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey interview author Jayne Schooler about her new book; Caring for Kids from Hard Places.

Why doesn’t he act his age? Why does she behave so impulsively? Why does he have meltdowns so often?

There is always meaning behind behavior in all of us. It might be a behavioral reaction from something as simple as hunger or exhaustion. Or something far more serious – a triggered reaction to a traumatic, frightening experience.

Children who have experienced early childhood neglect or trauma are often greatly impacted in developmental ways. Children in foster care or who are given up for adoption often deal with these kinds of negative early experiences and it can be difficult to know how to help. People who teach–either in school or children’s ministry often see these youngsters’ behavior as confusing and don’t understand why.

In Caring for Kids from Hard Places, Jayne and David Schooler discuss the reasons behind why children and teens sometimes exhibit potentially disruptive behavior. Together, they offer practical strategies on training, equipping and resourcing staff and volunteers to provide a responsive environment for children with behavioral challenges. Caring for Kids from Hard Places includes:

• Insights on how to understand adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)
• Principles for creating a trauma-informed environment
• Strategies for facilitating healing
• Tips on how to create a sensory-smart classroom

Discover how to better love children from difficult backgrounds and pave their way for a better life.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This episode, Mike and Sarah talk with author C.E. White about her fun new picture book,

Wilfred is a very fun dragon, but he doesn't like baths. As he gets bigger and bigger and BIGGER, nobody can make him take one!

Mom and Dad say when things get too big for them, they pray!

This book is a fun adventure in prayer that shows how God doesn't always answer prayers the way we think he will.

C.E. White (Connie) is an author of middle-grade fantasy, children’s books, and Christian non-fiction for adults. Connie has worn many hats in her life—nanny, carpenter, artist, and business owner to name a few. She released her first book at the age of forty, and each book is a surprise adventure in where God is leading her. Her works are fueled by a lifetime love of both Jesus and reading, and she longs to inspire people of all ages with imagination and words of hope. Connie has a passion for helping people find the abundant life Christ offers. She lives happily in the mountains of North Georgia with her husband and two cats. More at www.cewhitebooks.com

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki (co-founder of VeggieTales and voice of Larry the Cucumber and author Sarah Humphrey welcome Tim Shoemaker about his latest novel for young readers, Even in Darkness.

Even in Darkness is the fifth book in the High Water series and blends contemporary mystery and suspense, dramatic situations, and high adventure that both boys and girls ages 12+ love.

While diving in Rockport Harbor, Parker Buckman makes a terrifying discovery, haunting enough to keep him out of the water. His best friend, Harley Lotitto, has his own dilemma and needs Parker’s help.

Meeting Harley halfway won’t cut it. Parker will need to be all in—which can only mean trouble. Harley is in more danger than anyone realizes. His uncle Ray has cornered him into secretly finding recordings he’d hidden before going to prison. Evidence powerful enough to get Ray out of jail—and put a worse man behind bars. If Harley succeeds, Quinn Lochran will get multiple life sentences.

Lochran has a dark plan to make sure that evidence never sees the light of day. Ray’s “get-out- of-jail” ticket might just become Harley’s death warrant—and Parker’s, too.

Jelly and Ella know the boys are up to something. They want to help, but—unless the boys open up—they feel powerless to do a thing. They have a feeling that the boys are going to need all the help they can get . . . and they’re right. These friends have survived deadly situations together before. But this time escape seems more hopeless than ever. What do you do whenyou’re surrounded by darkness . . . and dawn will never get there in time?

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki welcome back returning guest Carl Laferton to the podcast to talk about his new book, The Man in the Tree and the Brand New Start.

Teach children that genuine faith in Jesus leads to a transformed life.

Zacchaeus was very short, very rich, and not very happy, but his encounter with Jesus changed everything.

In response to the grace Jesus showed him, Zacchaeus was transformed from the inside out. He repented, treasured Jesus above everything else, and showed kindness and generosity to others like never before.

Use this story to teach children that only following Jesus will make them truly happy and fulfilled, and that genuine repentance and faith is demonstrated by loving others.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Dr David Erickson about his new book, The Flourishing Family: A Jesus-Centered Guide to Parenting with Peace and Purpose.

When it comes to Christian parenting, we crave confidence, wisdom, and―most of all―peace.

We pray for peace when our little ones are tossed about by waves of emotions, for connection and confidence when navigating stressful mornings and exhausting nights, and for wisdom in knowing how best to discipline our kids. As Christian parents, we’re desperate to “get it right,” to raise our children to be strong, courageous followers of Jesus―and yet, despite the overload of endless advice at our fingertips, we often feel completely and utterly lost.

You can become the parent Christ has called you to be―and change your home and family from the inside out. In The Flourishing Family, Dr. David and Amanda Erickson offer a new parenting perspective―one that cultivates peace, gentleness, and confidence. Deeply rooted in Scripture and backed by modern neuroscience as well as insight into child development, their book will equip you to

• rethink common assumptions about what the Bible says about parenting―and align your parenting approach with the teachings of Jesus and your identity in Him,
• cultivate the inner peace needed to lead and guide your family with Christ, and His grace, at the center,
• critically assess various gentle parenting principles through a Gospel lens so that you can respond to your child with understanding and patience, honoring the divine image and unique personality God created them to have, and
• use compassionate discipline as discipleship to focus on the heart behind your child’s actions, addressing the developmental or neurological roots of their behavior rather than merely correcting or punishing their actions or choices.

Your legacy is not defined by your parenting perfection but by your commitment to follow in the way of Jesus and to trust His Spirit to cultivate the seeds you’re diligently planting throughout your children’s lives. Trust that He will meet you in these pages―and that He will transform your hearts and home.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Co-hosts Mike Nawrocki and Amy Parker welcome author Bethany McIlrath to discuss her new book, Abigail and the Career Day Catastrophe.

New 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 along 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 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 are inspired to read the Bible, talk to God, and apply what they believe to their own lives.

Includes book club kit with questions for discussion. Ideal for homeschool groups or book clubs.

Visit the Abigail series website for free downloads, worksheets from the book, games and more!

On this episode of The Bible for Kids podcast, hosts Sarah Humprey and Mike Nawrocki talk with returning author and friend, Dandi Mackall about her new book, The Christmas Barnyard.

Join the Christmas Eve barnyard bustle as the animals prepare the stable for the exciting day ahead. “Mice bring berries tied with strings. Hens toss tinsel, silvery things. Sheep hang stockings filled with treats. Mama Llama makes her sweets. Owl hoots, ‘Come now, busy birds!

Hurry, gaggles, flocks, and herds! Gather round to hear God’s Words, how Jesus Christ was born. In a stable long ago, Jesus came that all may know new life and joy in Jesus!’”

• Rhyming story makes this the perfect read-aloud for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers
• Endearing illustrations portray barnyard bustle with sweet humor
• Perfect stocking stuffer or gift for baby’s first Christmas or baby showers
• A great choice for budding little animal lovers
• Sturdy board-book pages are durable enough for years of use

Children ages 0–4 will eat up these scrumptious scenes brimming with Christmas cheer and the true meaning of Christmas: Jesus’ birth. This charming tale of farm animals celebrating Christmas makes the perfect companion to the bedtime story Bedtime in the Barnyard.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike and Sarah welcome back friend, author and prior co-host Amy Parker to talk about her role in Tyndale's new Go Bible.

When God calls, it’s time to go!

The Go Bible is bursting with fun and engaging content to help kids explore God’s Word and go share it with others. Paired with the accurate, easy-to-read NLT translation, this kids’ Bible plants seeds of faith and share the life-changing love of God with kids through over 600 features centered on the theme of transformation.

Key Benefits of the Go Bible:

1. Easy to Understand
2. The NLT’s accurate and accessible Bible text uses familiar words that speak to the hearts and minds of readers without having to process technical biblical language. Perfect for readers age 7+.
3. Big Font Size and Colored Text
4. The Go Bible is the full Bible formatted with a 9.5-point font size and a two-column format. Chapter numbers are red and verse numbers are blue, making them easy for children to find. Perfect for reading alone or out loud with an adult.
5. Emphasizes the Theme of Transformation
6. The message of the Bible has transformative effects on the lives of believers. That’s why every feature in the Go Bible emphasizes how God’s power transforms the lives of people in the Bible, and our lives today.
7. Packed with More than 600 Features Connecting Bible Truths to Everyday Life
8. Includes several features tying Bible truth to modern-day life

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talk to co-authors Bob Smiley and Jesse Florea about their new book Average Boy's Above Average Summer.

Average Boy is here to make you laugh and encourage you in your faith!

The Average Boy series features humorous writing and whimsical illustrations to help readers embrace the idea that life isn’t always about being the smartest, most athletic, or best-looking kid in the neighborhood. Faith, family, and friends are far more valuable than being perceived as cool.

What happens when “Average Boy” Bob Smiley gets to the end of an above-average school year? Why, it’s time for an above-average summer, of course! If things go according to plan―and Average Boy always has lots of plans―then this summer will be his best one ever.

You see, Average Boy isn’t going to sleep in until noon this summer―at least not every day. No, he has big goals for the next few months. This summer is when Average Boy will finally build that tree house he’s been planning with his best friend, Billy. This summer is when he will brush his teeth every morning (as soon as he finds his toothbrush). And this summer he’s setting a goal to invite everyone in town to church.

There will be challenges along the way―challenges like Donny the school bully, or Sarah and Everley, who always seem to have water balloons in hand. But his biggest challenge this summer is the Huge Hairy Hisser, who lurks in the woods behind Average Boy’s house and seems determined to ruin his tree house-building plans.

It will definitely be a summer to remember!

This week hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talk with author

Jo Naughton about her book My Heart Matters: A Child's 10-Day Journey with Jesus.

Beloved ministry leader Jo Naughton is on a mission to help God’s people step into their fullest potential in Christ. As the founder of Whole Heart Ministries, she is an international speaker and author whose life’s work is to provide mentoring & resources that empower children and parents to overcome wounds that hinder them from fulfilling their God-given destiny.

In her new children’s book, My Heart Matters: A Child’s 10-Day Journey with Jesus, Jo offers an effective way for parents to teach their children how to pray and spend time with God. Jo wants children to know how much God cares about their feelings, and His presence and word can heal their hearts whenever they feel sad or lonely. 

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Sarah and Mike talk to author Troy Schmidt and podcast producer Dan Lynch about the latest novel in their middle grade series DARKNESS.

THE SEVEN time-travel adventure series follows a group of kids who are given incredible powers (super-charged displays of the gifts of the spirit) which they all received the same day then find each other over the course of the book series. They unite to battle a villain who is trying to disrupt Bible history.

In book three of the series--DARKNESS based on Exodus 7-12--the journey continues as the kids chase Dr Bales back into the time of Moses and the plagues of darkness, locusts, and the final plaque, the death of the firstborn. And who is really Dr. Bales' target? The kids learn the true mission of Dr. Bales and hints of his identity! THE SEVEN carefully follows biblical history and even throws in some archaeology to show the truth behind the Bible. Every book has a secret code adventurers can decipher, testing to see how carefully they are reading and how well they know the Bible.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey welcome back author Josh Cooley to talk about his new book I Can't Believe My Eyes.

“Dad, is God real?” Come on a kite-flying adventure with father and son as they explore how we can know that God really does exist. Written by New York Times bestselling author Josh Cooley, this charming and atmospheric tale will immerse you in a conversation between a father and son. It also models how everyday experiences can be used to help answer your children’s big questions in a way that is natural and fun.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talk with author Christie Thomas about her book Little Habits, Big Faith.

Feeling daunted by how to help your kids really grow in their faith? It’s time to start little. We want our kids to know God. We know we’re supposed to disciple them. But parenthood is hard. We are busy and tired, and we often feel unequipped. What if our kids don’t seem all that interested or can’t sit still long enough for us to read the Bible?

Christie Thomas has a secret for you: Helping your kids connect with God is way easier than you think. It all starts with 30 seconds a day—and the power of a simple habit. Through Christie’s empowering, encouraging insights, you’ll discover how to overcome common struggles, implement easy practices that fit your unique kids, and change your family’s faith culture. In this book, you will

• discover how to make Scripture and spiritual practices come alive for short attention spans.

• learn simple steps for developing faith through the Faith Growth Cycle and its three stages: seed,

sprout, and root.

• develop practical strategies for establishing consistent habits.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Blessed and Beautiful: Psalm 1 (with Psalm 121)is the third entry in the series. Every tree is beautiful and strong and makes unique contributions that other trees may not. The trees vary in their type of wood, the way they serve animals, and their particular strengths. However, no tree holds more value than another.

This story combines fun and clarity, using illustrations to foster children's enthusiasm to absorb the truths of the Bible.

Join the Adventure of Fir, Pine, Cedar, Oak, and Juniper in this colourful book. Notice how each tree reflects Psalm 1 and Psalm 121. As you study these Psalms, identify strengths you can grow as you plant yourself close to streams of goodness and practise thoughtful actions. Welcome to Blessed and Beautiful!

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with authors Conner Shram and Jared Neusch about their new book: Jesus vs the Bad Guys.

Who is Jesus? Authors and lifelong friends Connor Shram and Jared Neusch want kids to meet the real Jesus.

Jesus is the core to understanding our faith in a deep and personal way. Introducing kids to Jesus at a young age can help them build a lifelong, unshakeable trust in him. The authors’ goal is to provide stories about Jesus that are fun and exciting, reflect the playful imagination God has given to each of his children, and reveal the radical, timeless example of Jesus’ message.

Even young children, through God’s help, are ready to know the real Jesus. That’s why each book in this series features key biblical values, presented in a fun, funny, engaging, and lasting way. Eachbook in the Jesus Is for Kids series will help children:

 build their knowledge of who Jesus is;

 enter a deeper relationship with Him; and

 develop a love of Scripture.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with Jessica Wolstenholm, VP of Education and Publishing for Minno.

Jessica Wolstenholm, M Ed is the Vice-President of Education and Publishing at Minno, a global media & technology company helping Christian kids and families experience Jesus every day through world-class content. Editor of the award-winning children’s Bible, The Minno Laugh and Grow Bible for Kids, and Executive Producer on the animated series, “The Minno Laugh and Grow Bible,” Jessica writes, speaks, and creates with expertise in faith formation, curriculum/education, and parenting. After 25 years in children’s ministry leadership, Jessica is using her passion and experience to develop content that provides age-appropriate, spiritual and educational growth for kids and families. She earned her Bachelor's degree in business from Belmont University and received her master of education degree from Liberty University.

ABOUT MINNO

Minno is the leading voice globally for using media to spark kids’ imaginations and curiosity around God and the Bible. The Minno Kids streaming service is available as an app on all platforms. Minno Originals creates shows produced in partnership with top industry talent. Minno’s publishing program includes the award-winning, best-selling “Minno Laugh and Grow Bible for Kids.” With the fastest-growing YouTube Channel for Christian Kids, along with parent resources, blogs, life guides, and more, Minno is where God’s goodness and love comes to life for kids. To find out more, go to www.GoMinno.com.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talk with video producer Craig Dehut from Appian Media.

Craig is a seasoned video producer with over fifteen years of experience. He co-founded Appian Media alongside his business partner, Stuart Peck, driven by a shared concern for the lack of engaging biblical media for young people. Their vision was to bridge the gap between the youth and Bible study through professionally produced, accurate, and free content.

Craig is deeply passionate about making the Bible more accessible and relevant, especially to homeschool families, faith-based individuals, and those interested in the historical and geographical aspects of biblical accounts. Their content resonates with Bible believers seeking a deeper perspective.

Appian Media is committed to providing tools that are biblically accurate, visually engaging, and freely available, in an effort to help bring people closer to God through a better understanding and study of the Bible.

Appian Media's success is evident not just through awards and views but in its profound impact on individuals. With 9 million YouTube views and global support for funded projects, their recent endeavor in Egypt showcases the widespread international reach and community backing they have gained. Craig is fervently dedicated to making the Bible more accessible and meaningful, particularly for homeschool families, faith-based individuals, and those intrigued by the historical and geographical aspects of biblical stories. Their content strikes a chord with Bible believers seeking a renewed perspective.

You can learn more about Appian by visiting: https://www.appianmedia.org/watch

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talk with author Carey Koenig about her new book, Do I Belong? Reassuring Kids Adopted From Foster Care.

With more than 400,000 children in foster care in the US alone, thousands of kids struggle to find their forever families. Even those who are adopted experience heavy emotions that are difficult to understand. These children are asking,

Why did I have to be adopted?

Do my adopted parents actually love me? Will they give me away?

Why do my friends make fun of me for being adopted?

Carey Koenig, along with her adopted children Reid and Halley want to help children realize that being adopted is awesome! Do I Belong? is a resource for kids of all ages who have been adopted from foster care who need to know that they are not alone. This resource is great for younger children to read with their parents, for teenagers, and for anyone who wants to learn more about what being adopted from foster care is all about. And best of all, they’ll hear from several different kids who have been adopted from foster care.

Kids will learn that they were adopted for a special reason and that no matter what happens, they are never alone.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey welcome author Jen Oshman about her new book, It's Good to be a Girl.

It's Good to be a Girl celebrates that God made girls in his image and explores all the wonderful things he designed them to be and to do.

This beautifully illustrated book celebrates that God made girls in his image and explores all the wonderful things he designed them to be and to do.

Girls aged 3-7 will learn that they are good and necessary, how God calls different women to do different things, and how trusting in Jesus is the key to help us love and serve others wherever we are.

Follow along as a little girl learns from her mother all about real women from the Bible and later history. Together they imagine lots of different ways in which we can reflect God’s character and help those around us today, whether that’s through being a mom or a missionary, a truck driver or a teacher!

Young girls will learn that they have been carefully designed by God and that whatever they do in life, they can reflect who God is by following Jesus.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki welcome author Annette Whipple to talk about her new book, Quirky Critter Devotions.

Quirky Critter Devotions is specially designed for curious minds interested in God’s animal kingdom.

Formatted to look like an explorer’s field journal, this book will encourage kids to embark on their own expedition and discover wildly weird animal facts with full-color snapshots, record their thoughts in the journaling space, and gain hands-on experience with zoo-tastic activities. They’ll discover a wide range of crazy-cool critters spanning seven animal categories—mammals, insects, amphibians, birds, fish, reptiles, and spiders. From familiar faces like turtles and honey bees to quirky creatures like the Goliath bird-eating spider, this devotional is sure to cultivate a passion for God’s Word and his creation. Each devotion features:

• Fast facts highlighting the animal’s scientific name, animal family name, size, and diet
• An animal-themed devotional bursting with astounding discoveries and spiritual truths
• Journaling space to unpack real-life applications
• A memory verse and sample prayer to connect with God
• A wild wonder fun fact with a humorous animal doodle
• A creature connection activity like a craft, game, or snacks

The perfect blend of Scripture and science, this exciting and informative devotional will expand the minds and grow the curiosity of your young ones. A fantastic gift for the little animal lover in your life.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week Mike and Sarah talk with authors Adam Holz and Paul Asay about their new book, Becoming a Screen Savvy Family: How to Navigate a Media-Saturated World—and Why We Should Care.

How Do Christian Parents Keep Up with Their Children’s Screen Consumption?

The expert media staff at Plugged In have compiled a must-read resource to help you understand the media your children consume. Years of researching and analyzing the latest media trends are compiled in Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family.

Offering practical advice and strategies to help your children navigate the ever-changing landscape of pop culture, Becoming a Screen Savvy Family includes social media, music, streaming services, video games, movies, and more to help you dialogue with your children about the content that they are exposed to. The effects of technology and media consumption on children are far-reaching, impacting their mental health, sleep patterns, attention spans, and social skills.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk to author Xochitl Dixon about her book What Color Is God's Love?

This playful rhyming picture book invites young readers to discover all the ways God’s love can be displayed through a rainbow of colors.

All the colors displayed in this world that God made—

every glorious, fabulous, beautiful shade—

show how good God is and will always be.

But what is the color of love? Come and see!

God created all the colors in the world, and in each one, we can discover how great His love is for us and how we can let that love shine to others! With each turn of the page, the focus shifts to a specific color—orange, yellow, blue, green, pink, black, white, gray, brown, red, purple—and explores a different attribute and expression of love through its many shades.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphey talk with returning guest Laura Sassi about her new book, My Tender Heart Prayer Book.

With rhyming text and playful illustrations, My Tender Heart Prayer Book offers a vibrant collection of prayers for every moment of the day from morning to night. Inspiring words and “Heart Moments" combine to foster a little one’s relationship with God.

Simple yet uplifting prayers for toddlers going through their daily routine are accentuated with a “Heart Moment” for parents to share and ponder. Scripture verses are noted throughout that point to God’s Word and relevance to everyday experiences.

My Tender Heart Prayer Book:

•        Contains 23 prayers for baby or toddler that encourage gratitude, thinking of others, asking for help, joy, compassion, trust in God, and teach important spiritual cornerstones

•        Is a sturdy board book that can withstand repeated readings and usage at home, church, or classroom

•        Is perfect as bedtime reading for your toddlers and little ones

•        Offers details in the artwork for little ones to enjoy and find for “point and learn” discovery

•        Serve as a base for introductory Bible discussion with handy Scripture references

•        Is the perfect size for little hands

•        Makes a great gift for many occasions including baby shower, christening, baptism, baby dedication, new grandchild, curious toddlers, and boys and girls ages 0 to 4 years old

At the breakfast table, in the car, at school, or at bedtime – every time is the perfect time to help kids connect with God! Parents, caregivers, teachers, godparents, aunts and uncles will want to make My Tender Heart Prayer Book part of their beloved little one’s daily routine.

Learn more about My Tender Heart Prayer Book and find free resources at MyTenderHeartBooks.com.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki welcome back Glenys Nellist to talk about her latest book Twas the Season of Lent.

'Twas the Season of Lent is a 40-day devotional and storybook that explores the life, words, and works of Jesus and encourages families to draw closer to God during the Lenten Season. From beloved author Glenys Nellist, this book focused on Jesus's mission to the least, the lost, and the lonely, with each story and accompanying prayer prompt encouraging children to try to be more like Jesus and to do what God calls them to.

Written in both prose and poetry, this gorgeous picture book shares the true story of the days leading up to Christ's death and resurrection. The read-aloud rhymes and stunning illustrations by Elena Selivanova make this a perfect read for the whole family during the Lenten season. With an eye-catching cover decorated in shining foil and embossing, this book is designed to be a treasured tradition for families and church ministries for the Lenten season for years to come.

'Twas the season of Lent, when for forty whole days

God's people were trying to think of new ways

To be more like Jesus—to love, care, and give,

In hopes that they'd choose the right way to live.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Hosts Mike and Laura welcome a new guests to the podcast this week author/publisher Ralph Miley.

Ralph Miley and Kevin Yong head up New Creation Comics, a comic book studio dedicated to creating faith-based, culturally diverse stories across a wide range of story genres and art styles. Their first publications were Proverbs and Parables and New Crew. Other graphic novels that followed were Ragged Capes, New Visions, and Street Fury.

Ralph Miley is a retired public school teacher and currently is the senior pastor of La Mirada Foursquare Church. He has been involved in self-publishing since 1988. He is currently the president of the Christian Comic Arts Society, a non-profit organization dedicated to having a Christian presence at various comic book conventions in Southern California. The CCAS has had a table and hosted panels at the world famous Comic Con International in San Diego since 1997.

New Creation Comics mission is to use the comic book medium to communicate the message of the gospel of Jesus Christ and present a Biblical world view in their artistic endeavors. Their mission Bible verse is “Unless the Lord builds the house, they labor in vain who build it.” Psalm 127:1.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Laura Smith about her new book, Holy Care for the Whole Self.

Laura L. Smith releases 13 th book! Holy Care for the Whole Self: Biblical Wisdom for Mental and Spiritual Well-Being. This book touches on the hot topic of the intersection of faith and mental health and releases February 6, 2024.

Holy Care for the Whole Self is a follow up to Smith’s successful titles with Our Daily Bread Publishing, How Sweet the Sound (over 130,000 copies sold) and Restore My Soul (over 30,000 copies sold).

About the book:

In Holy Care for the Whole Self, Laura L. Smith debunks the stigmas of mental health and shows how caring for our well-being is Biblical and can help us better live the lives Christ calls us to.

Covering topics such as community, getting outside, prayer, how to proactively and reactively care for your mental health, what to do in a setback, etc. each chapter includes personal narratives (from Smith and the over dozen friends and mental health professionals she interviewed), Biblical examples, and scientific tie-ins to Scripture. There are reflection questions at the end of each chapter that makes the book perfect for small group or individual studies.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk to Eric and Meredith Schrotenboer about their latest book This Special Blessing for You.

God is full of love for your children, and This Special Blessing for You empowers them to live out who God wants them to be in the world. Encourage the kids in your life to spread love and kindness with this engaging rhyming picture book.

Today is the day the world gets to see,

the beautiful person God made you to be.

Wherever you go, it’s God’s love you’re expressing,

so God sends you out with this special blessing.

This Special Blessing for You uses words and phrases that help children better understand what God wants to communicate to them. Each promise and declaration is based on the Aaronic Blessing found in Numbers 6:23–27: “The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; The Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.”

Children ages 4–8 will delight in these spiritual takeaways:

• God loves you so much and delights in your presence
• Every child is God’s beautiful creation.
• God fills you with power and strength to be who God calls you to be.
• You carry God’s name wherever you go.
• You show the world what God is like by how you love and serve one another.

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey interview Tom and Tony Bancroft, both former Disney animators whose talent brought to life characters including Pumba, Mushu, Kronk, and Iago just to name a few.

The Bancroft brothers are now members of the staff at Lipcomb University (along with Nawrocki) in Nashville and have a new company, Pencilish Animation Studio with a new movie in the works!  You'll find this extended podcast fascinating as the brothers talk through their past and provide a glimpse into some fun future productions.

Tom’s film credits include: Mulan (Mushu), Pocahontas (Pocahontas), Brother Bear (Rutt and Tuke), and The Lion King (Young Simba). Tony’s film credits include: Roller Coaster Rabbit, The Emperor’s New Groove (Kronk), Beauty and the Beast (Cogsworth), The Lion King (Pumba), Aladdin (Iago) and Mulan (co-director). 

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey interview author Sandra Stanley about her new book, written with husband Andy, Parenting: Getting it Right.

Am I getting parenting right? Most parents at all stages find themselves asking this question.
Whether you’re sleep-deprived with a colicky newborn or navigating the emotional roller coaster of a teenager, parenting has its lows and highs, its confusion and clarity, its big blowups
and small victories. And no matter our family’s makeup or our children’s personalities, many of us experience anxiety over our children’s futures and often fear making a mistake.

Andy and Sandra Stanley are no strangers to this feeling. As parents of three grown children and cofounders of North Point Ministries, the Stanleys have spent decades teaching and
learning. They’ve counseled families, mentored others, and learned from mentors of their own, all while leading one of the largest churches in the country.

In Parenting: Getting It Right (Zondervan Books; January 17, 2023), Andy and Sandra combine their experience and wisdom into a guide that helps readers understand and live by essential
parenting principles.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Danika Cooley about her new book in the BIble Investigators series, Creation Puzzles and Activities for Independent Learning.

Bursting with 90 brain-teasing puzzles, 40 Bible passages, and 30 concepts regarding God’s creation, this lesson-and-activity book will give kids aged 8-12 skills to investigate the Bible for themselves—like a real investigator!  As kids apply logic and solve challenging puzzles, they will dive deeply into Scripture and examine the Bible’s account of creation, picking up lots of skills for reading and interpreting the Bible. As well as lots of puzzles, there are journaling boxes for kids to reflect on, interpret, and apply what they have learned.  Great for use in homeschools (independent work, morning time, or Bible lessons) and also great for churches to use with kids.  Fun for road trips and rainy days too! The book includes a link to free downloads that include reproducibles for more than one child, so families or classes can easily work together.

Danika Cooley is an award-winning children’s author and Bible-curriculum developer. Bible Road Trip™ is used across the globe and weekly she encourages tens of thousands of parents to intentionally raise biblically literate children at ThinkingKidsBlog.org. She is the author of the Who What Why Christian history series, When Lightning Struck!: The Story of Martin Luther, and Help Your Kids Learn and Love the Bible.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This year co-hosts Mike and Sarah start off talking to author Nancy Tupper Ling about her book, One Perfect Plan: The Bible's Big Story in Tiny Poems.

One Perfect Plan is a fun, accessible retelling of biblical tales through engaging poems by Nancy Tupper Ling—each three to six lines long—and breathtaking illustrations by Alina Chau.

Start with memorable Old Testament stories, from Adam and Eve, Noah and the Flood to Daniel and the Lion's Den. Then explore iconic stories from the New Testament including the birth of Jesus, His death and resurrection, and the promise of new life in Christ! Whether at bedtime, during a snack, or even just getting ready for the day, families can get through the Bible's entire story arc and discover God’s redemptive plan for them in a singular read-aloud.

Nancy Tupper Ling is a children’s author, poet, bookseller, and librarian. Basically, she surrounds herself with books! She is the author of My Sister, Alicia May; Double Happiness; The Story I’ll Tell; and For Every Little Thing, co-written with June Cotner. Nancy lives in Massachusetts with her husband, Vincent, and their two girls. 

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Karen Stubbs about her ministry, Birds on a Wire Moms. 

Karen Stubbs is an author, speaker, and mom to four adult children. In 2011, she founded Birds on a Wire Moms, a ministry created to equip women with practical and Biblical truth. Early on in her marriage, Karen’s husband Greg served as a fighter pilot in the Navy. It was during those tough early years, while Greg served overseas during Desert Storm, that Karen grew in her reliance on God and gained a heart for teaching biblical truths to women. Full of practical advice and engaging stories from her own walk with the Lord, Karen Stubbs is passionate about challenging women to live out the truth of God’s Word in their everyday lives.

Birds on a Wire Moms
As moms, we constantly serve our families. We cook, we clean and we spend hours of our life in the carpool line. We stay up at night thinking, praying and, if we’re being honest, worrying
about our children’s well being. Our plates are full and our days are short.

There’s nothing we want more than to love and nurture our children, but we don’t always feel encouraged or equipped to do all that comes with the job. Often times, we feel alone. That’s
why Karen Stubbs created Birds on a Wire in 2011. Birds on a Wire is a ministry that provides Godly, practical advice so you’ll feel celebrated, encouraged and equipped to parent with confidence.

What started as a group of eight moms meeting in Karen’s basement has grown into an international ministry with thousands of moms all over the world. Birds on a Wire supports moms through the weekly podcast, Wire Talk, as well as small group studies available through Right Now Media and live speaking engagements all across the U.S.

Birds on a Wire Moms is for all moms. Moms who work out of the house or in the house. Moms who have a newborn to moms who are empty nesters. No matter where you are in the journey of motherhood, Birds on a Wire Moms is here to encourage and equip you.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week Mike and Sarah catch up with singer, songwriter, author, performer Yancy!

Yancy is a worship leader, songwriter and producer of hundreds of songs that make Jesus loud. Her Dove Award-winning music is all the things kids love and everything adults value. She is a powerhouse at leading and teaching kids from birth to preteen how to worship and creates popular worship resources for churches and homes around the world. Her popular resources include the series “Little Praise Party, “Kidmin Worship” and “Heartbeat Curriculum” to teach the heart of worship. She created a brand new Christmas musical for kids called “Best Christmas Song Ever” from Lillenas Music. Yancy is a passionate advocate of raising disciples to worship. She recently authored the book "Sweet Sound: The Power of Discipling Kids in Worship." With a family legacy of children’s ministry, her authority and PK (Preacher’s Kid) perspective help encourage and champion the Kidmin community that the seeds they are planting will reap a harvest that will go on to affect families for generations. Yancy lives with her husband and two sons in Nashville, TN.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike and Sarah talk with returning guest Scarlet Hiltabital about her latest books and Bible studies for both women and teens!

Scarlet Hiltibidal is the author of books like You're the Worst
Person in the World, Afraid of All the Things, and He Numbered
the Pores on My Face. She writes regularly for ParentLife
Magazine and She Reads Truth, and enjoys speaking to women
around the country about the freedom and rest available in
Jesus. Scarlet has a degree in biblical counseling and taught
elementary school before she started writing. She and her
husband live in the Nashville, TN area, where she loves doing
sign language with her daughters, eating nachos by herself,
writing for her friends, and studying stand-up comedy with a
passion that should be reserved for more important pursuits.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Welcome to a fun episode - Hosts Michael and Sarah welcome back author Amy Parker and producer/agent Dan Lynch to the podcast to talk about new titles and also do some giveaways!

Books discussed and up to win this week include the Bible for Me Bible Storybook and Family Devotional From Mike and Amy, and the new middle reader series THE SEVEN from author Troy Schmidt (check out last weeks podcast) and Dan Lynch.

Sarah also updates everyone on her latest books which we will also be giving away.

TO WIN: all you have to do is head over to TheBibleforKids.com and join our email list - if you're already on the list you're entered, if not you'll get a pop-up and you can join easily.  Winners will be announced next week and books shipped in time for Christmas.

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Troy Schmidt and producer of our podcast Dan Lynch about their new middle reader fiction series, THE SEVEN.

The first two books in the series release December 1st - just in time for Christmas with five more books planned over the next two years.

THE SEVEN time-travel adventure series follows a group of kids who are given incredible powers (mapping to the gifts of the spirit) which begin day then find each other over the course of the book series. They unite to battle a villain who is trying to disrupt Bible history.

In the first book of the series FLOOD, Josh Davidson's dad, Edison, has created a time travel backpack that is stolen by the evil Dr. Bales, who uses it to travel to Noah's day to sink the ark! Josh and his newfound friends, with the help of Big Mike, an operative with a secret, covert organization, follow Dr. Bales to stop him before all of humanity (and nature) is completely destroyed. 

In the second book of the series, FIRE, Josh and his friends journey to the Middle East to save their friend Hajj and travel back in time to witness the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah. They work to make sure Lot and his family get out in time and uncover Dr. Bales plan to take out Abraham.

THE SEVEN carefully follows biblical history and even throws in some archaeology to show the truth behind the Bible. Every book has a secret code adventurers can decipher, testing to see how carefully they are reading.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Chris Fabry about his Red Rock Mystery series for kids.

Watch out! The Timberline twins are on the loose. Bryce and Ashley are ATV-riding tweens from Colorado who unearth action-packed mystery and adventure wherever they go. From clearing the name of a local miscreant to thwarting a gold-stealing heist, the twins' growing faith and the strong example of their parents guide them through even the most life-threatening situations. With the trademark page-turner style used by Jerry Jenkins and Chris Fabry in the Left Behind: The Kids series, these fast-paced books will keep even reluctant readers on the edge of their seats. Readers will definitely be hooked! Perfect for ages 8-12.

Chris Fabry is an award-winning author and radio personality who hosts the daily program Chris Fabry Live on Moody Radio. He is also heard on Love Worth Finding, Building Relationships with Dr. Gary Chapman, and other radio programs. In 2020, he was inducted into the Marshall University School of Journalism and Mass Communications Hall of Fame. A native of West Virginia, Chris and his wife, Andrea, now live in Arizona and are the parents of nine children.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Mike and Sarah catch up with author Jess Corban this week to talk about her debut novel, A Gentle Tyranny.

What if women unraveled the evils of patriarchy?

With men safely "gentled" in a worldwide Liberation, the matriarchy of Nedé has risen from the ashes. Seventeen-year-old Reina Pierce has never given a thought to the Brutes of old. Itching to escape her mother's finca--and desperate to keep her training and forbidden friendship a secret--her greatest worry is which Destiny she'll choose on her next birthday. But when she's selected as a candidate for the Succession instead, competing to become Nedé's ninth Matriarch, she discovers their Eden has come at a cost she's not sure she's willing to pay.

Jess Corban's debut novel presents a new twist to the dystopian genre, delivering heart-pounding action, thought-provoking revelations, and a setting as lush as the jungles of Central America.

Jess Corban graduated from college with a degree in communications and, perhaps more instructive, thirteen stamps in her passport. After college, a chance interview at a small publisher for an even smaller position sparked a love for writing that turned into twelve nonfiction books (under various pseudonyms). Her debut novel, A Gentle Tyranny, was nominated for a Christy Award. She continues to write across genres from her home on the central coast of California. Connect with Jess at JessCorban.com.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphey talk with author and speaker Kevan Chandler about his story and new picture book We Carry Kevan.

Kevan longs for adventures beyond the limits of his wheelchair. And with the help of a few friends and a heart full of courage, he just might go as far as his dreams can take him. With artwork by Natalie Peterson, author Kevan Chandler tells the true story of going to Europe with his friends in an albeit unconventional way… in a backpack on their backs. WE CARRY KEVAN is a timeless example of friendship, trust, and courage.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talk with author Anika Watson about her adorable new book for kids, Yes I Can: God Makes Me Strong, Capable, and Brave!

Every day is a new adventure for little kids! Whether it's going down big slides at the park, tasting new foods, or learning to swim, sometimes these things can feel a little scary.

But here's the good news: this book is all about finding the courage to try these new things. And guess what helps? Knowing that God is always there with lots of love and support.

With bright pictures and easy-to-read words, "Yes, I Can!" tells a special story about being brave. It's a gentle reminder that with faith and love, kids can face any challenge with a big smile.

Join in on the fun and discover how, with God's help, every child can say, "Yes, I Can!"

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Alyssa Clements about her new book The Size of Everything.

God created an amazing universe! He designed and spoke into existence big things and small things and things in between, and all of it is meant to point back to him. The Size of Everything compares by size different parts of God’s creation with the aim of inspiring young readers to praise God for his power and creativity. It also highlights people as God’s most special creation and helps children see God’s love for them. The format of this book is unique in that it starts in the middle. As readers flip the pages to the left, they explore objects that get smaller and smaller. As readers flip the pages to the right, objects get bigger and bigger. From
quarks to poison dart frogs to redwood trees to the Milky Way galaxy, readers will be fascinated as they learn about God and his incredible world.

Alyssa Clements is a third-grade teacher turned book editor who loves learning about the fascinating world God has created and exploring how it all points to him. Alyssa lives in West Chicago, Illinois, with her husband, Forrest, and her two wonderfully curious children.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week Mike and Sarah talk with Pastor of Family Ministries at Port City Community Church in Wilmington NC about equipping and encouraging parents to help the next generation walk with God.

Chris  has served in full-time ministry since 1993, working with children’s, middle school, high school, college, and parent ministries. Chris shares thoughts and ideas at www.equipandencourage.com and loves to share with students, leaders, and parents. Chris is married to Karin and they have two children, CJ and Kylie. Chris is a graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill and has done some graduate work at Fuller Theological Seminary and Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week, hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Audra Haney about her new picture book He Is There.

So daily sing your songs of praise, and pray your daily prayers. Keep looking with your HEART—you’ll see! God’s working everywhere.

He Is There is a creative, poetic, and interactive book that helps kids learn about the invisible but surprising presence of God. We can’t see God with our physical eyes, but He Is There uses poetry and flashlight fun to help kids look for the hand of God in creation and in their daily lives. This is also a fun way for parents and kids to calm down, connect, and have spiritual conversations before bedtime, story time, or anytime.

This book affirms the biblical truths of God’s sometimes seemingly hidden presence, his friendship, and his care in a creative and engaging way. We hope that the fun and novel storytelling format will lead to crossover appeal.

For over 15 years, Audra Haney has written and produced quality content for a wide range of audiences across the globe, including the International Mission Board and the Christian Broadcasting Network. However, after welcoming her first child in 2014 and navigating the new (and sometimes choppy) waters of parenting, Audra decided to combine her media-life and mom-life to reach out to her favorite audience yet: expecting and new parents. She does so as the writer, host, and producer of the popular 5
Minute Mom Podcast.

Audra and her husband, Cory, live in Knoxville, Tennessee, where he serves as a mission’s pastor. They are parents to two daughters, Norah and Lydia.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week Mike and Amy talk with middle reader/YA author D.J. Williams about his Beacon Hill series of novels for ages 13-18.

A coming-of-age teen is thrown into a world of ancient secrets when he discovers a supernatural artifact that protects a weapon of mass destruction. With the help of a diverse group of friends, he embarks on a global adventure, seeking the truth about his sister’s death, and uncovers two clandestine, supernatural societies waging an epic, hidden war that threatens the future of civilization.

D. J. Williams’s suspenseful, page-turning style whisks readers into a wildly exciting, supernatural adventure that grabs hold of the imagination and never lets go. As Jack races to collect ancient artifacts critical to the survival of the world, readers are transported to incredible locales across Asia, including the lush jungles of the Philippines and the high-energy streets of Hong Kong. Themes of addiction, revenge, faith, and friendship emerge as Jack battles literal and psychological demons, and even his own friends and family members, on his quest to thwart the forces of evil.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk this week with author Jen Bleakley about her new book Pawverbs for Kids.

n the style of Jennifer Bleakley’s bestselling books, Pawverbs: 100 Inspirations to Delight an Animal Lover’s Heart, Pawverbs for a Dog Lover’s Heart, and Pawverbs for a Cat Lover’s Heart, we’re expanding the series to include inspiring devotionals written specifically for children.

Kids love animals! Pawverbs for Kids is jam-packed with 30 true-to-life short stories, or pawverbs. Each of these charming stories features kids and animals―and what a variety of animals there are: dogs, cats, frogs, birds, horses . . . even a bearded dragon and a grasshopper! Each story illustrates a biblical principle or lesson found in the Bible book of Proverbs. This book presents biblical truth in a whimsical way and invites kids to explore deep spiritual truth alongside extremely loveable pets!

Each pawverb includes:

• A Bible verse from Proverbs
• A short and engaging story
• Reflection questions
• A child-friendly prayer

God has given us animals, ultimately to point us to himself―to the one who is always there and who loves us unconditionally. In this book, children will not only find inspiring and heartwarming animal tales, but spiritual truths to touch their hearts and remind them of God’s unfailing love, wisdom, and grace.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with authors Victoria Robb Powers and Cameron Mason Vickery about their new book My Love, God Is Everywhere.

Encounter God's unlimited presence and unconditional love in this joyful picture book that helps kids discover God in all parts of creation, from the mountains to the anthills and, most of all, in our hearts amid joy, sadness, calm, and chaos.

In this poetic book for 4- to 8-year-olds, a child asks her mother "Is God here, or is God there?" and begins to understand that God's attention, kindness, and comfort are everywhere. Young children will learn

• God is present in all parts of nature
• God is present with them when they are scared or brave, happy or sad, and in all situations
• each person is loved and good because they are God's child and God is present within them

Written by two ministers and featuring vivid illustrations in rich colors, My Love, God Is Everywhere honors the natural way that children see and love the world while affirming each child's identity as the handiwork of a loving God. Kids and adults alike will enjoy spending time with our good God as they reflect on the truth that God is everywhere.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with returning guest Arlene Pellicane about her book, Grandparenting Screen Kids: How to Help, What to Say, and Where to Begin which she co-wrote with Gary D Chapman.

Things aren’t what they once were. As younger generations become increasingly immersed in the endless presence of tech, older generations struggle finding common ground to relate.The gap between grandparent and grandchild may feel wider than ever.

Grandparenting Screen Kids is a grandparent’s guide to start bridging this gap. Relationship expert Gary Chapman along with coauthor Arlene Pellicane will help you understand this different (and often troubling) world of iPads, YouTube and video games. They will offer activities to keep your grandkids occupied without screens and assist you in navigating differences with your adult children.

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, under informed, and physically unable to meet the demands of active grandkids. That’s why this companion guide to the book Screen Kids has been written to connect you to information and encouragement. Technology isn’t going anywhere and your grandkids need you more than ever to guide them in ways that computer's can't.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week Sarah talks with Mike and gets the update on all things Dead Sea Squirrels!

The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Abbey Wedgewood about the latest books in her Training Young Hearts series.

The Training Young Hearts series from Abbey Wedgeworth encourages positive behavior for toddlers by holding out a model for grace based obedience— encouraging kids to run to Jesus with feelings of guilt and shame and to look to the Holy Spirit for help to use their bodies as God intended. The first two titles in this series, What Are Mouths For? and What Are Hands For?, feature dynamic, diverse illustrations and an engaging, exciting lift-the-flap experience.

They are designed not only to be informative and instructive, but to be fun favorites for kids! These books serve as engaging and fun training tools that not only offer examples of how our bodies should and shouldn’t be used, but also offer a framework for introducing the concepts of repentance, reconciliation, forgiveness, and sanctification. 

Abbey Wedgeworth is a wife, mother, and writer. The author of Held and the Training Young  Hearts series, she is passionate about discipleship and Bible literacy, and loves to see the way that the gospel transforms how people think and live. Abbey lives on the South Carolina coast with her husband, David, and their three children.

The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week co-hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk to author Linda McKillop about her new middle grade novel, Hotel Oscar Mike Echo.

Home isn’t always what we dream it will be. 

Eleven-year-old Sierra just wants a normal life. After her military mother returns from the war overseas, the two hop from home to homelessness while Sierra tries to help her mom through the throes of PTSD.  

When they end up at a shelter for women and children, Sierra is even more aware of what her life is not. The kind couple who run the shelter, Mr. and Mrs. Goodwin, attempt to show her parental love as she faces the uncertainties of her mom’s emotional health and the challenges of being the brand-new poor kid in middle school. The longer she stays at the shelter, the more Sierra realizes she may have to face an impossible choice as she redefines home.

This middle-grade novel offers a compassionate look at poverty, homelessness, and hope. Readers walk alongside brave Sierra as she holds on to a promise she believes God gave her: that one day she will have a real home. But what if that promise looks far different than she has ever dreamed? 

Linda MacKillop writes stories for both adults and kids. She and her husband, Bill, raised four sons in a book- filled home with nightly read-aloud time. Her favorite read-aloud place is a tent, preferably on the water. After living in Virginia for many years, she now resides outside of  Chicago in an empty nest. Linda earned her MFA degree in creative writing from the Rainier Writing Workshop and strives to put life’s broken pieces and
people together again through stories filled with heart and charm. You can learn more about her at lindamackillop.com.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week Mike and Sarah talk with author Carl Laferton about his new book, God's Big Promises Bible Storybook.

The book includes 92 foundational Bible stories, faithfully told and beautifully illustrated, which point to the one big story of the Bible―God making and keeping his promises.

Features include:

• 92 faithfully-told stories from the Old & New Testaments

• Simple, memorable language for small children ages 2-6

• 400+ pages filled with vibrant, full-color illustrations

• Bright icons trace 5 themes of God’s promises throughout Scripture

God’s Big Promises Bible Storybook contains both familiar stories, such as Noah & the ark, David & Goliath, and Daniel & the lions’ den, and lesser-known stories such as Jacob & Esau and Simeon & Anna.

Together, these 92 theologically faithful stories point to the one big story of the Bible: God making and keeping his promises to redeem his people.

Bright, colorful icons indicate which stories relate to a promise made or a promise kept within 5 distinct themes:

• Rescue

• People

• Land

• Joy

• King

It is the perfect first Bible to introduce a child to the stories of the Bible and the promise-keeping God who loves them. It also provides a trusted starting point for children to cultivate a lifelong love of God’s word.

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week, co-hosts Mike and Sarah talk with the President of Students Standing Strong, Terry Ann Kelly.

Students Standing Strong (S3) a national non-profit ministry whose mission is “Connecting Students at School to
Learn, Live and Lead Biblical Truth through Student-led clubs.” S3 clubs create a positive and energetic place for students to belong and do life together at school.

Students become leaders equipped and encouraged to live faith-filled lives with hope and purpose. Inspiring audiences to make a positive impact in their “world, “Terry Ann enjoys speaking to audiences across the country on spiritual, moral, social, and educational issues with an emphasis on home and family life. She has an expansive background in public speaking for women’s organizations, civic groups and churches. She also is a sought after speaker for mother/daughter, mother/son and women’s weekend retreats.

With a 35-year background in radio and television, Terry Ann has hosted countless local, regional and national programs. She defended traditional family values on the nationally syndicated television program Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher, seen
by over 5 million viewers. After addressing the Texas State School Board on history and government textbook standards, she was a guest on the National FOX network’s, FOX and Friends, where she discussed the raging debate what students should be
taught in school.

She is the co-author of The Power of a Positive Friend, which has been translated into three languages, and a 31 day flip calendar entitled Teach It, Pray It, Live It: 31 Prayers for Nurturing Christ-Like Character In our Kids. Terry Ann has written numerous Bible study curriculums for pre-teens and teens as well as magazine
articles. She taught public speaking and Business Communication classes for Baylor, Belmont and Dallas Baptist universities.

Terry Ann finds her greatest fulfillment in spending time
with her husband, their five adult children, spouses, and
grandchildren in Texas.

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week co-hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey chat with agent and producer Dan Lynch about the latest updates to The Bible for Kids.

They also discuss the new Bible for Me: Family Devotional, Coloring Book and Matching Memory card game now available at a Pay What You Can pricing model on TheBibleforKids.com.

The Bible for Kids is a 501c3 non-profit dedicated to providing a platform of discovery and information about authors, ministries, musicians, games, films, and more, that seek to help instill biblical principles in kids. We desire to be a resource for churches, small groups, teachers, parents, grandparents of kids ages 0-18 to help them pass along Christian values to the kids in their lives.

You can join us in helping reach kids around the world by becoming a one-time or regular donor. We are a volunteer run organization so 100% of support goes back into our mission.  TheBibleforKids.com

Andrew Peterson returns to the podcast this week to talk with co-hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey about all the things going on with The Wingfeather Saga book and now animated series.

The Wingfeather Saga now has more than 1 million books in print, in many languages and has expanded into an animated video series in partnership with Angel Studios. Season 1 is complete and Season 2 is under production.  

There is also a new book coming in November, A Ranger's Guide to Glipwood Forest.

From Book 1:

Once, in a cottage above the cliffs on the Dark Sea of Darkness, there lived three children and their trusty dog, Nugget.

Janner Igiby, his brother, Tink, and their disabled sister, Leeli, are gifted children as all children are, loved well by a noble mother and ex-pirate grandfather. But they will need all their gifts and all that they love to survive the evil pursuit of the venomous Fangs of Dang, who have crossed the dark sea to rule the land with malice. The Igibys hold the secret to the lost legend and jewels of good King Wingfeather of the Shining Isle of Anniera. 

Full of characters rich in heart, smarts, and courage, On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness is a tale children of all ages will cherish and families can listen to together. 

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Co-hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talk with author Hannah Anderson this week about her book, The World God Made.

God gives us all the earth and calls it home.

Celebrating the wonders of nature, this retelling of Psalm 104 invites you to enjoy and explore the world God made. Moving from one feature of the natural world to the next—from the sky and earth to the animals and oceans—the book’s lyrical language introduces questions from a child’s view. What about when strong winds blow? When birds fly far away? When the night is long? Each uncertainty is met with a truth about God’s character to comfort children and give them the confidence they need to explore the world around them.

Hannah Anderson’s stirring words are joined by Nathan Anderson’s soft, realistic watercolors. Together they have created a book with a timeless aesthetic and readability, one that will resonate with families who celebrate the beauty of nature and the wisdom that comes from the world God made.

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Parker talk with the married writing and illustrating team, Jack and Liz Hagler this week about their new books (and series), Patrick Wigglesworth's Bizarre Bible Adventures Over My Head and Trick Times.

Patrick Wigglesworth’s Bizarre Bible Adventures is a series of hilarious comic journals for preteens. Readers will follow 10-year-old Patrick as he draws silly comics about his weird life. Just how weird is Patrick’s life? It’s so weird that Patrick gets yanked out of his room and into the Bible! In each book, Patrick meets a different Bible character who acts as a tour guide through a portion of the Bible. For example, in this first book, Patrick meets Moses, who leads him on a journey through biblical events from Genesis to Deuteronomy. In his journal, Patrick records all of his bizarre Bible adventures (BBAs for short). Most of the journal covers Patrick’s weird daily life entries with flashbacks to a relevant Bible adventure. Of course, this journal has to be kept secret, as he’s convinced everyone would think he was crazy! To be clear, Patrick’s journal does NOT tell the real Bible stories. It’s about his Bible adventures. This is not a Bible storybook but rather a creative, humorous kid adventure that also teaches preteens about the Bible.

Jack Hagler is a pastor, teacher, executive coach, engineer, senior project manager, homeschool principal, and children’s book author with his wife of 38 years, Liz Hagler. Jack received his MDiv from Western Seminary and loves to help kids discover God’s goodness in every book of the Bible.

Liz Hagler is the illustrator of The Bible Animal Storybook (Questar Publishing, 1990) and The Early Reader’s Bible (1991) and the coauthor (with her husband, Jack) and illustrator of Hooked on the Book: Patrick’s Adventures through the Bible (2021). Liz has a BA in art and English from the University of California at Davis. She studied graphic design at California College of Arts and Crafts and has taught many years of Sunday school as well as homeschooling her three children.Liz and Jack live in Salinas, CA, and have three children, two sons-in-law, and three grandchildren.

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week co-hosts Mike and Sarah talked with previous co-host and best-selling author Amy Parker about her new book in her Night Night series, Night Night Ocean.

Splash your way to bedtime by joining a young manatee saying "night night" to the amazing sea animals God created to swim in the ocean. Amy Parker's delightful rhymes and Virginia Allyn's sweet illustrations make Night Night, Ocean the perfect read-aloud to help transition toddlers and preschoolers to a restful night.

This adorable board book in the popular Night Night bedtime storybook brand for children 0 to 4

• follows a little manatee saying good night to ocean friends
• gives families a fun way to calm down for bedtime
• teaches first learning concepts about sea life
• features rich illustrations of dolphins, sea turtles, sharks, seahorses, and fish
• celebrates how diversity and differences make the world a beautiful place

From the creators of Night Night, Farm; Night Night, Train; and Night Night, Jungle, this vibrant bedtime story makes a sweet gift for birthdays, Christmas, and Easter. It's also a fun addition to a summer beach vacation, trip to the aquarium, or learning unit on the ocean. Treat your little one to a sleepy underwater exploration as you watch God's amazing creatures drift off to sleep and say "night night."

Amy Parker has written more than sixty books for children, teens, and adults, including the best-selling A Night Night Prayer, Thank You, God, for Mommy, and Thank You, God, for Daddy. She has collaborated with authors ranging from New York Times bestsellers to her very own son. Two of these collaborations—Firebird and Courageous Teens—are recipients of Christian Retailing’s Best Awards. But Amy’s greatest reward is being a wife to Daniel and a mom to their amazing sons, Michael and Ethan.

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Co-hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk this week with author Hunter Beless about her new book, Amy Carmichael: The Brown-Eyed Girl Who Learned to Pray.

At a time when being a single female missionary was extremely costly, Amy Carmichael spent her life sharing Christ’s love with hundreds of women and children in Asia. Along the way, she adapted to fit into cultures very different from her own, learned to depend on God in prayer, and became a mother to many children who had been sold, kidnapped, outcast, or abandoned.

Her inspiring resolve to follow Christ and her sincere commitment to his word make her a great role model for young children and will enthuse them about the great things they can do for God too. This beautiful hardback book features beautiful illustrations and extra facts in the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos. 

Hunter and her husband, Brooks, have four amazing kiddos who love learning and who memorize Scripture way faster than their mama! When they’re not reading, seeing, saying, or singing the Bible, you can find the Beless family camping, riding bikes, or snuggling up with a good book. You can find her on Instagram or on the Journeywomen Podcast.

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week Mike and Sarah talked with author and returning guest Laura Sassi about her new book, My Tender Heart Bible.

With sweet, rhyming text and whimsical illustrations, My Tender Heart Bible features beloved and classic Bible stories for beginner readers.

Bestselling author Laura Sassi pairs simple yet creative paraphrasing of Old and New Testament re-tellings with a “Heart Moment” for families to read aloud and pray. Scripture references are noted with each story that tell of God’s redemption plan for even more exploration together! My Tender Heart Bible:

• Makes the Bible memorable and accessible for young readers

• Helps kids think deeper about what the Bible says about God’s creation, His plan for humanity, and His love for all of people as His children

• Is perfect as bedtime reading for your toddlers and little ones, especially during the holiday season

• Offers details in the artwork for little ones to enjoy and find for “point and learn” discovery

• Serve as a base for introductory Bible discussion

• Includes an inviting cover and sturdy pages for little hands

• Makes a great gift for Easter, new baby, christening, baptism, baby showers, new grandchildren, curious toddlers, and boys and girls ages 0 to 4 years old

From Creation to Abraham to Moses and Jesus, God’s story of redemption is told through each individual story and as a collection. Look in the mirror and thank God for making you unique—what makes you different from others you see in your neighborhood? Can you count the stars and make your hands twinkle? Flap your arms like the dove that appeared when John the Baptist baptized Jesus. How many coats and blankets can you spread out for Jesus’ triumphal entry to Jerusalem? Let’s read the stories and celebrate God’s perfect plan from the marvelous beginning of Creation through Easter’s glorious hope made known by Jesus’ resurrection.

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Mike and Sarah visit with author Cleere Cherry this week about her new book, The Miracle of You.

A lyrical picture book from Cleere Cherry Reaves of the popular brand Cleerely Stated, The Miracle of You celebrates the unconditional love of a parent and the uniqueness of your child among all the beauty of God's creation.

From the creatures that swim deep in the sea to the galaxies that reach far and wide, the world is filled with the color and creativity of God. Yet nothing compares to experiencing His miraculous design like the gift of the child He has given you.

When Cleere Cherry Reaves's son was born three months prematurely, Cleere and her husband watched as their child--their miracle--fought for his life, developed, and began to thrive. In The Miracle of You, Cleere's poetic words speak for every parent and grandparent in awe at the God-given miracle of their little ones.

This read-aloud book for boys and girls ages 4 to 8

• pairs heartwarming rhymes with whimsical artwork;
• teaches children that Jesus is the giver of miracles;
• is a perfect gift for a baby shower, baptism, baby dedication, child's birthday, or Mother's Day;
• serves as a stunning decorative piece in nurseries and children's bedrooms; and
• builds a healthy self-esteem in kids, focusing on who they are, not what they do.

A love letter to the child of your heart, The Miracle of You reminds children that they are more marvelous than anything else God created and loved beyond anything they could ever imagine.

This week co-hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey welcome back prior co-host and author Amy Parker. Sarah gets to talk with Mike and Amy about new titles in the Bible for Me brand.

New titles include the Bible for Me: Bible Stories & Prayers Family Devotional, Coloring book, and Memory Verse Matching Card game!

The Bible Stories & Prayers Family Devotional features 50 new devotionals written by Mike and Amy each ending with a prayer which can be easily personalized with your child's name when reading. The devotionals cover the same 50 stories presented in the Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers Bible Storybook and can be used as a companion to it or alone.

The Bible Stories & Prayers Coloring Book includes 50 stories which go along with the Bible for Me: Bible Stories & Prayers Bible Storybook and Family Devotional book. Printed on heavy paper with perforated pages so the new masterpieces can easily be torn out to post proudly. Includes stories Genesis thru Revelation. Each story includes verse references and Title so kids can continue learning about the Bible.

The Bible Matching and Memory Game is more than just a game. Kids will love matching their favorite characters from the Old and New Testament and parents will love their kids learning their stories and seeing their kids' biblical knowledge grow. Includes:

• 25 pairs from the OT and NT in two decks
• Each pair includes character name, story and scripture reference and memory verse
• Bible verse is half on each card so when matched they can read and learn the entire verse.

The Bible for Me family of products is available from Amazon or soon from TheBibleforKids.com website.

This week co-hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talk with author Shannon Cook about her new book, I Made the Earth.

Did you know that God not only made the earth … He really enjoys it too! 

“I Made the Earth” is an Earth Day book from God’s perspective. Each rhyming verse tells the reader something beautiful or unique on this earth God made for us to enjoy―things like waterfalls, forests, and the coral reef. Included are reminders to take care of God’s creation. The reader also learns that through creation, he or she can learn about God Himself.

The book also includes end matter just for parents including ways little people can make a big impact, and fun facts about Earth Day!

This is a fun week as we change this up a bit and have a chat and celebration for the launch of the 11th book in Mike Nawrocki's The Dead Sea Squirrels early reader series.  Mike and co-host author Sarah Humphrey chat with the crew at Tyndale Kids about the series how the book is put together, the illustration process and marketing.

You'll enjoy this behind the scenes look into the publishing process and learn more about all the squirrelly things going on!

In book 11, Merle 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.

This week Mike and Sarah talk with author Sarah Parker Rubio about her new book, Her Story, Her Strength: 50 God-Empowered Woman of the Bible.

Girls are beautifully and wonderfully made in God’s image. This comprehensive collection of stories focused on 50 women of the Bible shows how God worked in their lives and continues to have a plan and a purpose for his beloved daughters today.

In a world that too often tells girls that they are not enough, Her Story, Her Strength uses biblical retellings and reflections that include the historical context behind each story to remind young women that they have a God who loves them deeply and empowers them to live and love like he does. For any girl ages 8 and up who is asking questions about her worth, identity, and place in the world and church, this colorful and engaging book provides a positive, loving, and scriptural lens that helps them interpret the messages they receive from their peers, media, and society.

Girls who read Her Story, Her Strength will:

• come to a profound, unshakable understanding of God’s love for them and their value in his eyes.
• see how they reflect God’s image both innately and through the actions, words, and attitudes they choose each day.
• learn about biblical characters and events in a way designed specifically for them.

In addition, Her Story, Her Strength:

• features readers’ favorite women of the Bible as well as many less-well-known characters, showing God’s consistent presence in the lives of women throughout Scripture.
• is divided into short sections that are both comprehensive and accessible, making it a wonderful tool for school or church lessons as well as family devotions or personal reflection.
• emphasizes how each woman reflects the image of her Creator, demonstrating the immense value God places on women and girls and pointing them back to him—all from a position rooted in biblical values.
• includes beautiful, full-color illustrations that help bring each woman to life.

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Kathleen Long Bostrom about her new book, Since the Baby Came: A Sibling's Learning-to-Love Story in 16 Poems.

This charming, playful story-in-verse introduces children to a variety of different poetic forms while walking them through all the twists and turns of welcoming a new baby into the family.

Mama is having a baby.
Everything’s starting to change.
God, can you tell me what happened?
Life is becoming so strange.

Since the Baby Came offers a unique take on a timeless topic. The heartfelt and humorous drama unfolds completely in verse, addressing the full range of emotions a young child experiences when a new baby joins the family—from surprise and confusion to feelings of neglect and jealousy to wholehearted tenderness and affection. The book also introduces young children to the playfulness and fun of various forms of poetry, from senryu to villanelle. 

Look out! It’s a diaper volcano!
Forgive me for being abrupt.
There isn’t much time to explain—OH!
That thing is about to erupt!

This week Mike and Sarah interview author Laura Wifler about her new book, Like Me: A Story About Disability and Discovering God's Image in Every Person.

This children’s picture book follows a sibling of a child with a disability as they go through their day. A simple story with an important message, Like Me helps kids recognize the many similarities they share with disabled kids and model a loving and understanding approach to the differences.    

 “God made you, God loves you, God is kind to you.”
 
It can be hard for children to take those three life-changing truths into their hearts and treat others with love and understanding, especially when they encounter those whose needs differ drastically from theirs.
 
Through a sibling’s eyes, young readers will tag along on a day of a child with a disability. As the two siblings play with friends, go to therapy, and spend time with family, relatable comparisons will help children understand a different type of family life, building empathy for children with disabilities along the way.
 
Like Me opens the door to meaningful talks with your child about empathy, compassion, diversity, and God’s love for them and others.

Laura Wifler is the cofounder of Risen Motherhood, the executive director and cohost of the podcast, and coauthor of Risen Motherhood: Gospel Hope for Everyday Moments. Laura, her husband and her three children live in central Iowa.

This week on The Bible for Kids podcast we have one for all the moms out there! Mike talks with co-host and author Sarah Humphrey about her new book, 40 Days to a Joyful Motherhood.

40 Days to a Joyful Motherhood offers mothers the chance to dive more deeply into what it means to understand your identity, let go of comparison, and embrace the beautiful mess that so often defines motherhood. With poignant truths on self-care, grace, and spirituality, Humphrey shares her wisdom for the joyful moments, the difficult moments, and each moment in between. Humphrey’s devotional provides reflection and contemplation amidst the hurry of motherhood, and encourages mothers to meditate on their own unique and invaluable identity.

Spanning 40 days, Humphrey draws from her own experience to offer readers authentic and thoughtful advice on how to slow down, be present, and meditate on God’s word―even when life seems out of control. Humphrey’s devotional touches on topics such as:

• Understanding your identity
• Learning to nurture yourself
• Transforming your habits
• Letting go of comparison
• Coping with loss
• Setting boundaries and finding support

Humphrey’s thoughtful, sincere advice and heartfelt observations are an encouragement to readers in this soul-stirring devotional dedicated to the beauty (and mess) of motherhood.

This week hosts Sarah Humprey and Mike Nawrocki talk with returning guest Tricia Goyer about her new book co-written with Robin Gun, Before You Meet Your Future Husband: 30 Questions to Ask Yourself and 30 Heartfelt Prayers.

Bestselling author Robin Jones Gunn teams up with author and teen advocate Tricia Goyer on a devotional for young single women to help them establish God-honoring thinking and beliefs that will lay a firm foundation for their future marriage.

Movies, television, and novels feature glamorous portrayals of dating and marriage, giving us unrealistic expectations of what true love looks like. A beautiful counterpoint to those dreamy fantasies, Before You Meet Your Future Husband focuses on three areas you, as a young woman, need to address in preparing for marriage:

• your heart—nurturing a place where healthy love can grow
• your head—realigning your thoughts with biblical truth
• your hands—learning to make the most of your God-given potential

This uplifting, interactive devotional helps you approach dating from a place of peace and strength, whether you’re in a relationship now or simply hope to be married one day. With a focus on your own transformation, Before You Meet Your Future Husband offers biblical guidance, real-life stories, thought-provoking questions, and intentional prayers to help you prepare now for the future God has in store for you.

Discover the freedom and contentment that come from preparing for a God-honoring, life-giving relationship.

This week Mike and Sarah talk with author Laura Richie about her new book, The Go and Tell Bible Storybook.

Jesus’ good work didn’t end when He returned to His Father—God’s Spirit came and continued the rescue!

Follow along through 30 Bible stories that show how the Holy Spirit came and what Jesus’ friends did. Experience the adventures of Peter, Paul, and other believers from the Pentecost celebration through the Acts of the Apostles.

These stories will keep your child amazed, engaged, and inspired with:

• a key Bible verse at the beginning of each story
• a conversation-starting question at the end of each story
• beautiful illustrations and intriguing maps
• learning opportunities for the littlest hearts to share the love of Jesus

Read the stories for a month as a daily family devotional or throughout the year. Get excited to go and tell how Jesus makes everything good and new!

Laura Richie is a wife, homeschooling mom and registered nurse. A missionary kid for several years, Laura confesses she didn’t truly understand her need to be rescued until later in life. Now she delights in sharing the beauty and grace of her Rescuer through her books, The Advent Storybook, The Easter Storybook and the latest release of The Go-and-Tell Storybook. Laura resides in Oklahoma with her husband and four children. For more information or to connect with Richie, visit https://laurarichie.com/.

This week Mike and Sarah talk with author Steph Thurling, executive director of Christian Parenting and host of the Christian Parenting Podcast, about her latest book, Raising Prayerful Kids.

More than a book, Raising Prayerful Kids is a tool parents can use to make prayer fit naturally into their daily routines without it feeling like a chore or a lecture.

Relatable stories of the authors’ successes and failures along with fun activities and games help parents turn everyday moments into faith-filled moments that are naturally filled with prayer.

Praying with your kids can be connecting, fun, nonintimidating, and even life changing. 

Steph has her master’s in youth, family, and culture from Fuller Theological Seminary and has a background in youth and children’s ministry. She co-founded the ministry Raising Prayerful Kids with her friend, Sarah Holmostrom and she is co-author Raising Prayerful Kids, a book that shares easy, life-giving, and fun ways to teach kids to pray. She loves helping families grow closer to each other and to God through meaningful experiences and conversations. Steph is a frequent speaker at churches and mom groups and is known for her relatable stories, practical ideas, and gentle encouragement.

Steph lives in Minnesota with her husband and three amazing and hilarious kids. When she is not hanging out with her family, you can probably find her on a walk with a friend, organizing things that won’t stay organized, or somewhere cozy reading a book.

This week Mike and Sarah talked with author Eliza Huie about her new book, Count Yourself Calm: Taking Big Feelings to a Big God.

Teach children a calming activity that focuses their attention on God and helps them manage their emotions.

This beautifully illustrated and empathetically written book walks children through a calming activity that focuses their attention on God and helps them manage their emotions.

Through a combination of slow breathing, prayer, and focusing on five things about God and his good gifts, children will learn to count themselves calm. Children can practise this calming activity while you read them the book and then use it when they feel upset, sad, angry, worried, anxious, or scared.

This resource is a great tool to equip children 4-7 years old to regulate their emotions and calm down.

This week Mike and Sarah talk with Butch & Julieann Hartman about their new animated series, The Garden.

The Garden is a Christ-centered children’s cartoon aimed at teaching your kids the gospel in a simple, fun, and entertaining way. Each short episode revolves around Lenny the Lion and Lucy the Lamb; two best friends who work inside a magical garden where ANYTHING can grow! With each adventure they must learn how to accomplish their assignment through a Bible scripture and an original song. “The Garden” will take your kids right along on these adventures, too!

Currently streaming on PureFlix, Yippee and other outlets.

Creator - Butch Hartman: Butch Hartman is a well-known animator, artist, director, writer, producer, voice actor, entrepreneur, and Jesus-loving Christian. He is best known for creating the classic, Nickelodeon animated series The Fairly Odd Parents and Danny Phantom along with several others. He owns his own production company, Billionfold Inc., is the founder of Hartman House—a non-profit organization that supports those in developing nations—and helps his wife Julieann run her ministry, ‘Healing Journeys Today’. He has a very large social media presence and currently resides in Los Angeles with Julieann and has two grown daughters Carly & Sophia.

This week Mike and Sarah interview returning guest Dorena Williamson about her new book, 

With joyfully illustrated pages and simple yet impactful biblically based statements of truth, young readers ages 4-8 are introduced to children from Haiti, India, Korea, Rwanda, Spain, New Zealand, and many more countries, declaring and celebrating their God-given identities. The positive “I am” statements and diverse characters point to how God has uniquely created all children to reveal his glory, while also serving as a beautiful reminder for kids to be confident in who they are—and more importantly, who they belong to. 

I KNOW WHO I AM encapsulates a timeless message for young believers: that they are loved and are enough because Christ created them to be exactly who they are.

Dorena Williamson is the bestselling author of Brown Baby Jesus, Crowned with Glory, and more children's books celebrating multiculturalism. She is also a preacher's kid, pastor's wife, and cross-cultural ministry veteran. She and her husband planted Strong Tower Bible Church in Nashville, Tennessee, a faith community passionate about biblical justice and God's diverse kingdom.

This week Mike and Sarah talk with author Mary Holloman about her new book, The Anxious Lily.

Lola the Lily hasn’t a care in the world―until she pokes through the ground and realizes that she has no clothes! This realization is only the beginning of her worries.

What if her stem gets crinkled?

What if her petals get wet and soggy?

With so many things that could go wrong, Lola has no time to waste―she must make herself a complete wardrobe to prepare for all her worst fears.

Will Lola’s worries keep her from being the lily God created her to be?

Themes:

*Anxiety in Young Ones and Adults

*The Comparison Trap

*Finding Peace and Rest in God

*Growth in Every Season

*Contentment in Current Circumstances

*God's Sovereignty

Mary Holloman is passionate about communicating deep truths through story-driven writing. She is a contributing author for three books, and has written for many online publications, including Her View From Home, Lifeway Research, the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission, Charisma Magazine, and the Christian Broadcasting Network. She and her husband have three beautiful children and live in the Triad of North Carolina. She loves to create rhymes, act silly with her kids, and eat dark chocolate. You can follow along with her at maryholloman.com.

This week hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talk with returning guest Nancy Sanders about her new book, Bedtime with Daddy.

Bedtime with Daddy features many of the same characteristics as Book 1, Bedtime With Mommy, but with all new animal families! 

All around the world, it’s bedtime, and daddies are tucking little ones into bed. From the penguins in the Arctic to the lions of Africa, it’s time for snuggles, prayers, songs and bedtime kisses. This adorable board book features a daddy and baby animal in eight different habitats getting ready for bed. The final spread features Daddy playing a guitar and putting his son to bed.

Nancy I. Sanders is a multi-award-winning children’s author of over 100 books. She is the co-winner of the ECPA’s 2018 Young People’s Literature Award for the best in MG/YA nonfiction in the Christian
market, and some of her favorite topics to write about are God, Bible stories, educational subjects, African American history, and Jane Austen. While Nancy loves to spend her time writing books and
working on various manuscript projects, she also enjoys sewing patchwork quilts, gardening, and capturing the beauty of God’s beautiful creation on film. Nancy and her husband, Jeff, live in southern California and attend Calvary Chapel Chino Hills Church.

This week Mike and Sarah talk with authors Crystal Bowman and Michelle Lazurek about their new book, Who God Wants Me to Be.

This empowering picture book features a diverse cast of little girls dreaming of all the things they can be when they grow up and exploring how they can serve God in all kinds of careers.

I’ll keep trusting God, and then I will see
exactly who He wants me to be.
 
An artist, a teacher, a doctor, a stay-at-home mom—there are so many things a girl might want to be when she grows up. And even if she changes her mind as she cultivates new passions and skills, that’s okay! The important thing to remember is that she will discover the talents and desires given to her by God as she grows and learns. Whether she becomes a protector, healer, builder, or creator, she can use her gifts to share God’s love with others!
 
Join Haley, Isabela, Lexi, and Ashley as they explore different careers and encourage all girls to trust God and who he created them to be!

Crystal Bowman is a bestselling, award-winning author of over 100 books for children, women, and families. Her books have sold more than three million copies worldwide; received four Selah Awards, a Logos Bookstore Award, and five Golden Scroll Awards; and twice been named an ECPA finalist. Crystal is also active as a speaker, teacher, and grandma to her eight grandchildren. She and her husband reside in West Michigan.

 Michelle S. Lazurek is a multi-genre award-winning author, literary agent, certified writing coach, speaker, pastor’s wife, and mother living in Coopersburg, Pennsylvania. She has won two Golden Scroll Children's Book of the Year awards, Article of the Year, and the Enduring Light silver medal, among many other honors. She is also a member of the Christian Author's Network and the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association.

In their first every "recorded from Egypt" podcast - this week Sarah and Mike talk with the founder of Kingdom Kidz Online Academy, Tawanna Davis.

Tawanna Davis is the founder of Kingdom Kidz Online Academy where it is her desire to build God’s kingdom, one child at a time by making learning fun and interactive from home. A 2011 graduate from Lasalle University Nursing Program, it was the Almighty’s calling for Tawanna to make the career transition to become an educator. Taking a leap of faith, Tawanna decided to educate children internationally in Egypt, and China which she has over 10 years of experience teaching both in the brick and mortar and virtual setting.

Having been employed at VIPKID, the #1 online education platform, Tawanna had the wonderful opportunity to teach over 10,000 students, write and illustrate children’s stories for the Chinese community, and work for the Rural Education Project, founded by the Alibaba business mogul, Jack Ma in teaching many children throughout rural China who do not have access to quality education.

As an educator, Tawanna offers more of a motherly approach in the classroom setting: nurturing, stern, and creative. Because she acknowledges that all children are intelligent and learn when it is fun, Tawanna utilizes several teaching methods proven to enhance student academic development and interest in learning. From
song and dance to visual enhancements, she loves to incorporate many educational methods to create a fun learning atmosphere.
Moreover, Tawanna is a current homeschooler and world schooler with over 8 years of experience which is her gift from God to be a mother that has allowed her to reach the hearts and minds of the youth. ‘Train up a child in the way that he shall go and when he is old, he will never depart from it ‘Proverbs 22:6

This week Mike and Sarah talk to Michelle T. Sanchez about her new book God's Beloved Community.

This children's book from the author of Color-Courageous Discipleship makes the God-inspired dream of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., accessible to all, helping kids and parents answer God's call to move from being color-blind to color-brave.

God created a world filled with vibrant variety—and called it good! From flamingos and crows to shooting stars and rainbows—to all our different shades of hair, eyes, and skin—God declared it all very good. Now God calls us to resist racism and proclaim with him how precious all people really are.

With lively rhyming text, this book takes young readers on a biblical and historical journey to discover more about beloved community. Drawing on the biblical vision of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., it explores how we can create communities filled with God’s love as we delight in our differences, stand up to bullying and unfair rules, and declare with our lives and our love that everyone matters to God.

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphries talk with author Monica Swanson about her new book, Raising Amazing: Bringing Up Kids Who Love God, Like Their Family, and Do the Dishes without Being Asked.

Raising Amazing combines years of research with personal stories and step-by-step, practical advice to equip you to raise kids of godly character and deep faith who love their parents and remain close to their siblings for a lifetime.

Parents love to imagine their children growing up to be exceptional adults. But for many, raising exceptional adults seems a daunting task. Perhaps you're a new parent and don't know where to start, or maybe you're a parent of teens and feel like you've made a mess of it all. Or perhaps you're somewhere in between and just don't think you're good at the whole parenting thing.

Wherever you are in your parenting journey, there's hope for you. As a mom of four boys, Monica Swanson--also the author of Boy Mom and host of the popular Boy Mom podcast--knows firsthand the challenges and struggles of parenting and the kind of help that parents in the trenches are looking for.

In Raising Amazing, Monica gives you the tools and techniques you need to:

• Raise countercultural kids in the midst of a crazy world
• Train your children in the biblical character qualities you value most
• Find ways to help your kids navigate technology, sports, and dating
• Introduce your children to a vibrant life of faith that will draw them closer to God
• Cultivate strong sibling bonds and mend those that may already be struggling
• Develop healthy relationships with your children that will lead to friendship for a lifetime
• Encourage dads with a "note to dads" at the end of each chapter written by Monica's husband

This isn't just a book; it's a fresh perspective on parenting that may just change the trajectory of your family forever.

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphries catch up with author Caroline Saunders and talk about her latest book, The Story of Home.

No one makes a home like God!
The Bible is filled with stories about homes, from the Garden of Eden to the Promised Land, from the tabernacle in the desert to the temple in Jerusalem. But what do these stories have in common? What is God showing us through them? Enter The Story of Home and discover God’s perfect plan to build the homiest of homes through Jesus. Learn how Jesus welcomes all who are homesick to be part of His family and live happily with Him forever!

• Filled with stunning illustrations
• Traces the theme of home throughout the Bible
• A perfect house-warming gift for a family
• Can also encourage those who are homesick, lonely, or without a permanent home

Caroline Saunders is a writer, Bible teacher, pastor's wife, and mother of three who believes in taking Jesus seriously and being un-serious about nearly everything else. She's written two Bible studies for teen girls (Good News: How to Know the Gospel and Live It and Better Than Life: How to Study the Bible and Like It, LifeWay Girls), a retelling of the books of Joel, Amos, and Jonah for elementary readers called Sound the Alarm, and two kids books (The Story of Water and The Story of Home, B&H Kids). Find her writing, resources, and ridiculousness at WriterCaroline.com, on Instagram @writercaroline, and on TikTok @writercarolinesaunders.

To start the new year off, Mike and Sarah talk with author Jonathan Starrett about his latest book The Architect which will appeal to young readers, especially those that enjoy action, adventure, and mystery novels.

There’s a golden rule in Phantom City: “No one about when the Zeppelin is out.” But one night, twelve-year-old Charlie Crane comes face-to-face with the Zeppelin, and instead of finding trouble, she is
awakened.

Determined to find the truth in a city plagued with lies, Charlie, along with a quirky band of unlikely heroes, works to free the people of Phantom City from the clutches of a shadowy villain. Helped by a
mysterious Architect who only communicates over radio and telephone, Charlie wrestles with two big questions: Can she trust a guide she ca't see? And is the truth actually worth the trouble?
From storyteller, pastor, and illustrator Jonathan Starrett, comes this debut middle-grade tale filled with sinister schemes, unexpected friendships, and plenty of humor and plot twists. Young readers will be kept on the edge of their seats by the unique world of Phantom City and will quickly find themselves cheering for our heroes in their fight against evil.

Jonathan Starrett is a pastor, storyteller, author, and illustrator. When not writing books, he leads a children's ministry of over a thousand kids.

Jonathans use of storytelling, media, and fun to make the Bible easier to understand has impacted not just children but their families. Having reached thousands in the city of Tampa, Florida, and beyond, he and his innovative team continue pushing the boundaries of what's possible in children's ministry.

Jonathan lives in sunny Tampa with his wife, Rachael, who loves to collect children's books, and his two children, Elliott and Eliza, who love to read. Their dog, Dash, unfortunately only eats books—never reads them.

This week Mike and Sarah talk with author Laura Smith about her new book 5-Minute Devotions for Teens: A Guide to God and Mental Health.

5-Minute Devotions for Teens: A Guide to God and Mental Health removes the stigma on mental health and advises Christian teens what they can do when they are depressed and anxious. Scattered throughout the book are tips to help teens maintain good mental health practices such as meditation, disconnecting from social media and technology, saying affirmations, and much more.

Each day includes a Scripture verse, short devotional, and a prayer or prompt.

This 100-day devotional will help teens 13 to 17 years old:

• deal with mental health issues, depression, and/or anxiety.
• re-enter normalcy after the COVID-19 pandemic.
• develop an authentic relationship with God and deepen their faith.

Laura Smith is a popular speaker and best-selling author who has written nonfiction books for adults, pre-teens, and kids, as well as the popular Status Updates fiction series for young adults. 5 Minute Devotions for Teens: A Guide to God and Mental Health is her twelfth book.

Most recently she is known for Restore My Soul: The Power and Promise of 30 Psalms and How Sweet the Sound: The Power and Promise of 30 Beloved Hymns, which has sold more than 130,000 copies.

This week Mike and Sarah catch up with returning guest Eric Schrotenboer to discuss two new books that he co-wrote with his wife Meredith.

This week Mike and Sarah talk with Brock Starnes and Garrett Taylor about the new animated series, Andrew Peterson's The Wingfeather Saga which debuts on December 2nd.

Once, in a cottage above the cliffs on the Dark Sea of Darkness, there lived three children and their trusty dog Nugget. Janner Igiby, his brother Tink, and his sister Leeli are gifted children as all children are. Together they discover the secret of the Jewels of the Shining Isle. They will need their special gifts and all the love of their noble mother and ex-pirate grandfather to survive the venomous Fangs, sea dragons, flabbits, and (gulp) toothy cows!

Learn more at https://www.wingfeathersaga.com

This week Mike and Sarah talk with singer, songwriter, and author Ellie Holcomb about her new Christmas book, Sounding Joy.

Does it sound like falling snow, or a kiss on your cheek? Award-winning recording artist Ellie Holcomb explores this question through a delightful collection of Christmastime scenes, leading up to the discovery that joy sounds like the angels singing that Jesus had been born.

Ellie will be releasing children’s music as a companion to this board book. Her sweet and lovely celebration of Christmas encourages each reader, young and old, to lift up their voice and repeat sounding joy!

Award-winning singer/songwriter and author Ellie Holcomb began her musical career by touring the country with her husband in the Americana band Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors. Her honest voice and rich lyrics shined on her first solo album and deemed her the Best New Artist at the 2014 Dove Awards, followed by the hope-inducing Red Sea Road (2017) album and the critically acclaimed album Canyon (2021). In 2018, she created a new generation of little fans with her first children’s book and album: Who Sang the First Song? and Don't Forget to Remember, each with companion children's music. Ellie, her husband, Drew, and their three children live and make music in Nashville, TN

This week Mike and Sarah speak with author Abbey Feldkamp about her new board book, Wonderful Marvelous Magnificent You.

Wonderful, Marvelous, Magnificent You offers young children an engaging and colorful tool for teaching them about Jesus in a relatable way. It was crafted as a rhyming story with vivid imaginative and playful scenes to captivate the reader’s attention. This book beautifully illustrates just how special God made children of every culture and ability. It is diverse, inclusive, and wholesome. Children need to hear the simple message that Jesus loves them, just as they are. It's an offset lithography printed book with durable, hard pages. The illustrations and text are all hand drawn. Encourage your little one's faith in themselves and in Jesus through this sweet, vintage-inspired story! This resource is a perfect companion to your daily children’s bible—the reader will see themselves reflected in the story with Jesus. It also encourages the reader to use their imagination and understand Jesus in a modern way. Perfect for gifting and reading at home, this will become an heirloom storybook to enjoy, handed down from generation to generation.

Abbey has a deep affection for her home state of Minnesota where she lives with her high school sweetheart and three sweet babies. She lives at Sunny Hill Flower Farm on acres of sun-drenched barley fields. When she's not chasing children on the farm or writing books, she tends to her English roses and peonies. She has two rescued pups, chickens, and is a beekeeper. She lives to create beauty in this world with the talents that God has graciously given her.

www.abbeycreativeco.com

This week Mike and Sarah talk with author Kathleen Davis about her books Feathers From Above and Brave.

A feather may be found by your bed, near the couch, in the car, or even floating in the air. Feathers are often found randomly, but may not be random at all. "Feathers From Above," is a rhyming children's book that discusses how feathers fall directly from the wings of our very own Guardian Angels. These Angels are sent from God to watch over us throughout our lives, and their feathers are reminders that we have nothing to fear.

"Feathers From Above," was inspired by Kathleen's children. They would find feathers and tell her that their Guardian Angel must have paid them a visit. She knew right away that this would be the framework for her next book.

Kathleen is hoping to encourage children to be brave, know that they are loved, and remember that God is with them through good situations and bad.

Kathleen Davis is a retired teacher, wife, and mother of two. She has her masters in Elementary Education and spent her career searching for and reading good children’s books to her students. She believes that books not only provide a fountain of information, but are also a way to enter a new world and completely change a perspective. Plus, books are just good ol’ fun. See her website at kathleendavisbooks.com

This week Mike and Sarah talk with author Mitalia Perkins about her new book The Story of Us.

Acclaimed author Mitali Perkins grew up loving nature. As her family moved often, she learned to appreciate the beauty and variety of the natural settings of her homes in Ghana, Cameroon, London, New York, and Mexico. It wasn’t until age 12 or 13 that she became aware of natural disasters, and realized that the elements–fire, water, air, and earth, can  also be terrifying. 

Decades later, Perkins’ close friend lost her home in the Woolsey/Malibu fire in 2018. The loss brought back her childhood questions. Why are we, as humans, at war with the elements? Why do we neglect the care of them—the very essence of ourselves and the home God created for us? For comfort, Perkins turned to writing. 

The result was The Story of Us, a poem-turned-picture-book that tells the biblical redemption story in a new way, by centering the four elements: air, water, earth, and fire. At the beginning of all things, Creator uses the elements to make humans. When creation falls into chaos—resulting in greed, war, and devastation—Redeemer comes as a baby, growing up to use air, water, earth, and fire in seemingly small ways to heal and serve. Next, Restorer arrives, calling us to care for the elements as we wait for the day when lasting peace will come between them and us.

Perkins’ lyrical message is brought to life by the luminous art of illustrator team Kevin and Kristen Howdeshell. It’s a thought-provoking work that invites readers young and old to ponder our own relationship to nature and the Divine.

This week Mike and Sarah catch up with author Lauren Chandler to talk bout her book Praise Him!

Remember this, a simple song, and lift your voice and praise!
In this beautifully illustrated board book, Lauren Chandler’s lyrical lines encourage us that in the day or in the night, wherever we go, we can praise God continually.

From page to page, follow a child through her day as she goes from sunny morning to stormy afternoon and then shadowy night. Be reminded that God is always there with us, even when days are hard, and that we need only simple words to praise Him.

Lauren Chandler is passionate about writing, music, and leading worship at her home congregation, The Village Church, and across the country. She is the author of two Bible studies, including With Us in the Wilderness, and two other books including one for children: Goodbye to Goodbyes. Lauren and her husband, pastor Matt Chandler, live with their three children in Flower Mound, Texas. 

This week Mike and Sarah talk with Clayton Greene about his company GoodKind and their seasonal resource, Advent Blocks.

Advent Blocks is a Scripture based interactive kit for families to celebrate and grow together during the advent season. The kit includes 25 blocks along with a book for the family to read together while they work through the program daily.

Clayton is the director of the Summit Collaborative and a co-founder of GoodKind, the maker of Advent Blocks. Clayton is trained as a physical therapist and practiced outpatient orthopedics for 5 years prior to moving to Wilmington, NC where he was the executive pastor of the Bridge Church. Clayton is married to Kristen and they have two daughters, Cara and Susan. 

This week Mike and Sarah spend time talking with author Andrew Wilson about his new book, The Boy from the House of Bread.

With lyrical rhyme and quirky illustrations, The Boy from the House of Bread shares the story of Jesus’ ministry in a compelling way, through the eyes and voice of an African boy. Walk with Alex through his bustling first-century world as he watches Jesus multiply bread and hears Him tell stories about loaves and call Himself the life-giving Bread. This recurring symbol fascinates both Alex and the reader, leaving children ages 4 to 8 (and the adults who read with them) thinking differently about not only the bread on their plates but the Man who makes miracles happen.

Andrew Wilson is the teaching pastor at King’s Church London and the author of Sophie and the Heidelberg Cat. He has three children named Zeke, Anna, and Sam, and he has written a number of other books—but none of them have pictures. 

This week Mike an Sarah talked to father/daughter duo Mark E. Moore and Meghan Howerton, about their book, Core 52: Build Kid's Bible Confidence in 10 Minutes A Day.

About the book:

In just ten minutes a day, you and your kids can master 52 core Bible verses over the course of a year--and have fun doing so!

While there are lots of one-year Bible reading plans and family devotionals, few help kids understand the words that they're reading. In this new addition to the popular Core 52 line of resources, Mark E. Moore and his daughter, former teacher and stay-at-home mom Megan Howerton, coach you and your family through 52 of the Bible's key verses.

Each week provides you and your child with a simple 5-day plan:

Day 1—read the Bible verse and explanatory text and start a fun challenge

Day 2—memorize a key verse with the help of an engaging 3-minute video

Day 3—read a longer related Bible passage and answer a question

Day 4—further explore through a second Scripture verse and question

Day 5—answer deeper questions together and assess the results of the week’s challenge

In just a year, Core 52 Family Edition takes children aged 6 to 12 from biblically curious to spiritually confident and competent. Best of all, it’s a journey you’ll take with them!

Author bios:

Mark E. Moore is a teaching pastor at Christ's Church of the Valley in Phoenix, Arizona, one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic churches in America. Here he leverages two decades in a college classroom teaching New Testament. His goal is to make Scriptures accessible and relevant to people trying to make sense of Christianity. His two worlds of academic Bible study and practical Christian living come together in this powerful resource line called Core 52.

Megan Howerton enjoys waking up early for her favorite treat: an Arizona sunrise. Megan is a veteran teacher who previously used her gifts as an elementary educator, but now focuses on her favorite pupils, the Howerton children. Core 52 Family Edition was born out of combining her biggest passions—loving Jesus, raising the next generation, and valuable teaching. Megan lives in Phoenix with her husband and four wonderful children.

The second episode in our dramatized Bible story series from The Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers written by Amy Parker and Mike Nawrocki.

Adam and Eve Mess Up tells the story of Adam and Even in the Garden of Eden, narrated by Amy Parker.

Look for The Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers on Amazon or wherever books are sold, Published by K-LOVE Books.  Also visit us at TheBibleforMe.com

The first episode in our dramatized Bible story series from The Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers written by Amy Parker and Mike Nawrocki.

The Very Beginning tells the store of creation, narrated by Mike Nawrocki.

Look for The Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers on Amazon or wherever books are sold, Published by K-LOVE Books.  Also visit us at TheBibleforMe.com

This week Mike and Sarah talk with authors Dr. Josh and Christi Straub about their latest book, What Do I Do With Anger?

Anger can show you what's deep in your heart. 
Naming that feeling can bring a fresh start. 

Alex is angry. His teammate won't pass him the soccer ball, no matter how often he calls for it, which is not fair! Thankfully, Coach Ryan knows how to tame the "fireballs of anger" that rise inside us, and he helps Alex do just that. 

With this relatable story, authors Dr. Josh and Christi Straub show how anger is a secondary emotion, covering up deeper feelings such as embarrassment, betrayal, grief, or fear. Alex's story offers practical and biblical wisdom for how to help children manage their anger while uncovering the emotion behind it. 

Dr. Josh And Christi Straub are speakers, authors and marriage and leadership coaches. Together, they lead Famous at Home, an organization equipping families and leaders to be famous at home, so
they can thrive on their stage. 

Both Fellows of the Townsend Institute for Leadership and Counseling, together they host the weekly “Famous at Home” podcast, write children’s books, including “What Am I Feeling?,” “What Do I Do with Worry?” and “25 Days of the Christmas Story.” Josh and Christi also recently released a new book called “Famous at Home: 7 Decisions for Putting Your Family Center Stage in a World Competing for Your Time, Attention, and Identity.”

Josh and Christi love spending time on the lake with their three sweet kids, Landon, Kennedy and Micah, and their feisty goldendoodle, Copper.

This week Sarah and Mike talk with Evan Barber of Axis about navigating conversations with teens!

Since 2007, Axis has helped hundreds of thousands of parents navigate conversations with their teens, creating resources to help bridge the gap between the generations. Evan leads a team of gospel-minded researchers, writers, speakers, and content creators, leveraging pop culture to help parents show teens how faith is relevant to every aspect of their lives. For three years he traveled with Axis Live teams, talking with Gen Z directly about worldview and pop culture, before becoming a curriculum writer and producer for content on mental health, relationships, social media, and spiritual formation. He is now the Chief Editor and head of the content department. Evan studied English and Philosophy at the University of Arkansas. 

Conversations with teens about core teen culture topics can feel difficult, foreign, or even just plain too big, especially when trying to talk about social media issues in light of the gospel.

The Parent Guides to Social Media, the first in the resource series by Axis, breaks down and translates teen culture in ways that parents can understand and gives the vocabulary to help parents navigate social media conversations with biblical wisdom and cultural savvy.
FOMO. Influencers. Instagram. TikTok. YouTube.

These Axis guide booklets are for parents wondering how to connect with their teens as they help them navigate social media responsibly and equip their teens to interact with both Christians and non-
Christians in a way that is reflective of the gospel.

The five guides around social media topics release November 22 of this year and will be available wherever books are sold.

This week Mike and Sarah talk with author Heather Avis about her new book Everyone Belongs.

Everyone Belongs is a joyful rhyming picture book that encourages children to not only value all people but to also make room for their differences in order to make a better, brighter, and more beautiful world.

We know everyone's different; no two are the same. You belong in our show! the sisters exclaimed.

Macy and Tru are putting on a spectacular talent show to highlight the ways they love to perform. Other kids arrive, eager to participate but unsure if they’ll be welcomed. Since the two sisters know that everything is a lot more fun when everybody’s included, they’re determined to find a role in the show for each person. 

Inspiring, encouraging, and packed with joy, Everyone Belongs is an important reminder that it’s possible to make room for all people and all abilities—and that life is brighter when we give every person a chance to shine.

Heather Avis is founder and chief visionary officer at The Lucky Few, a social awareness brand on a mission to make a more inclusive and loving world with an emphasis on shifting the Down syndrome narrative. The author of Everyone Belongs (WaterBrook, on sale 8/9/22) and the New York Times bestselling children’s book Different—A Great Thing to Be! she runs The Lucky Few's hit Instagram account and is the author of a book and co-host of the podcast by the same name. A former education specialist teaching high school students, Heather is popular speaker and a mother to three adopted children (two with Down syndrome).

She has been featured on many media outlets including The Today Show, PopSugar, Relevant, Focus on the Family and written for TIME and The Week. She lives in Southern California with her husband, Josh, and their three kids Truly, August and Macy.

This week Sarah and Mike talked with Amanda Seibert, founder of Mana Sing My Song, the popular company that creates personalized songs for parents to gift to their children, knows that the words we speak over our little ones can shape them for years to come.

Mama, Sing My Song is also a beautiful children's book about God's big love, giving families affirming words to shower on their kids, revealing the bright joy, deep care, and unending love they have in their hearts. 

When we look at our children, we see those one-in-a-million grins, their crinkled noses, and sweet eyes looking back at us, which soften our hearts. God designed those babies uniquely, and Mama, Sing My Song is a celebration of all that is lovely and true about your child. Let your little ones know they are safe, loved, and cherished in your family.

This affirming picture book for 4- to 8-year-olds

• celebrates the love between parent and child;
• encourages kids to embrace God's love for them;
• provides kids the security and love they're seeking; and
• highlights all that is good in our little ones.

With snuggly illustrations of animal families, Mama, Sing My Song

• features unique presentation pages to write your little one's name, plus space to journal special messages and a prayer for your child;
• includes a free downloadable song;
• is a great gift for baby showers, Mother's Day, Christmas, and birthdays; and
• has a beautifully designed cover, perfect for displaying in a nursery or in a gift basket.

Hold your little ones a little closer as you share this timeless, heartfelt love note with them.

This week Sarah and Mike caught up with CEO / Executive Producer at Shining Isle Productions to talk about the upcoming animated series, The Wingfeather Saga.

Chris is a creator of family and faith-infused entertainment and spent over a decade producing 16 movies for the venerated VeggieTales franchise. That included the wildly successful "Wonderful Wizard of Ha's," "Saint Nicholas" and "Noah's Ark." During that time, he also oversaw the multi-national team to create new 20x22min episodes of "3-2-1 Penguins" CG animated series for NBC/Qubo. These titles have been enjoyed by millions of families, generating millions in revenue.

He is also creator of the acclaimed “Slugs & Bugs Show” with Brentwood Studios and RightNow Media. Chris is passionate about creating content that will serve families with stories of truth and beauty. He lives in Franklin, TN with his wife and six children. His company Shining Isle Productions is currently producing season one of The Wingfeather Saga animated series, in partnership with Angel Studios.

The Wingfeather Saga by author-singer-songwriter Andrew Peterson is a series of four fantasy-adventure novels about the three Igiby children, Janner, Kalmar, and Leeli. They live in a world called Aerwiar (which is exactly like our world, except they don't have electricity or gunpowder), and there are all sorts of creepy animals (like Sea Dragons and Tooth Cows). The children are about to discover that the ordinary little town where they live is anything but ordinary. In fact, the families at the center of a great mystery that will change their lives - and their world - forever!

This week Mike and Sarah talk with author Justine Froelker about her book 100 Devotions for Kids Dealing with Anxiety.

The perfect blend of mental health know-how and biblical truths, 100 Devotions for Kids Dealing with Anxiety offers a variety of strategies, peaceful journal prompts, and reflective Scriptures that will help tweens and teens feel Jesus’ love. Written by Certified Daring Way™ & Dare to Lead™ Facilitator Justine Froelker, these daily devotionals will assist in helping children handle their anxiety.

Life with anxiety is like a rollercoaster, with good days and bad days, but with constant assurance of God's love your child will be able to manage their anxiety. This devotional meets children where they are by equipping them with the resources to develop a deeper relationship with God and empowering young minds to embrace everything that makes them who they are. With Scripture passages, devotional readings, and journal prompts, children will have access to the tools, tricks, and tips on the best ways to face anxiety issues.

Tweens and teens, ages 8 to 13, will:

• feel empowered by the devotions and the daily Scripture references
• respond to prompts by writing on ruled lines for deeper reflection
• understand that anxiety issues are not something that should be hidden
• identify how to better handle their anxiety on a day-to-day basis
• learn to be mindful with their thoughts and emotions

Even on the most challenging days your child can reflect on these inspirational devotions and find the strength and courage to say they are not broken, they don’t need to be fixed, that they are loved.

Author Justine Froelker is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in traditional mental health and personal development and for seven years has been certified in the work of Dr. Brene Brown. She presents to global audiences for organizations like NASA Kennedy Space Center, Boeing, Square, Edward Jones, and Balbec Capital LP on topics such as leadership, courage, resilience, mental health, preventing burnout, and courageous and curious conversation.

This week Sarah and Mike talk with author Glenys Nellis about her new book, I Wonder: Exploring God's Grand Story.

Through innovative storytelling and open-ended questions, I Wonder: Exploring God’s Grand Story, an Illustrated Bible offers a remarkable approach to teaching young minds to wonder about the mysteries found in God’s Word.

Ever since imagining the world into being, God has placed wonder in the hearts of children. The Bible is full of 'I Wonder' moments for all who open their hearts to experience them, and The I Wonder: Exploring God’s Grand Story helps show little ones how to begin.

The I Wonder: Exploring God’s Grand Story, an Illustrated Bible:

• Encourages children ages 4 to 8 to ask questions and consider the mystery of the Bible
• Is an inspirational storybook Bible that speaks to the hearts of children everywhere by asking thought-provoking questions at the end of each story that children and adults can read and discuss together as they consider God’s love
• Is based on a simple but brilliant idea: all good teachers know that the best way to get the attention of their students is to inspire wonder, and God is no different
• Contains30 stories—15 from the Old Testament and 15 from the New Testament
• Is written by Glenys Nellist, bestselling children's author and creator of two popular series: Love Letters from God and Snuggle Time

Glenys Nellist was born and raised in a little village in northern England. The author of multiple award-winning children's books, including the bestselling 'Twas the Evening of Christmas, The Wonder That is You, and five popular series: Love Letters from God, Snuggle Time, 'Twas, Good News and Little Mole, her writing reflects a deep passion for helping children discover joy and hope in the world. Glenys lives in Michigan with her husband, David.

This week Mike and Sarah talk with singer-songwriter and now author Yancy, about unlocking the power of discipling kids in worship in her new book, Sweet Sound: The Power of Discipling Kids in Worship.

STOP just doing songs and START leading worship by making disciples who know what it means to worship the Lord in spirit and in truth.

No matter our age, each one of us was designed to praise, and for our praise to shift the atmosphere and usher in freedom and deliverance. Our worship is a sacrifice unto the Lord-this includes the praises of children. It's powerful. It's beautiful. It's sweet. Can you imagine children singing out, with their whole hearts, praises to their King? It's quite possibly the sweetest sound you will ever hear! It matters. Jesus himself said, "From the lips of children and infants, you, Lord, have called forth your praise." (Matthew 21:16)

This book is full of prophetic, practical, and power-filled truth. It will change the way you view kids worship, as well as your own ability to lead. By using examples from the life of King David, as well as her own personal experiences, Yancy is purposed to empower you to raise up kids who desire to live a life of worship on a daily basis, not only on Sundays. This is about their future. Are you ready to be a part of that?

Yancy is a worship leader, songwriter and producer of hundreds of songs that make Jesus loud. Her Dove Award winning music is all the things kids love and everything adults value. She is a powerhouse at leading and teaching kids from birth to preteen how to worship, and creates popular worship resources for churches and homes around the world. Yancy is a passionate advocate of raising disciples to worship. She recently authored the book “Sweet Sound: The Power of Discipling Kids in Worship”. Because of her passion to serve the Church she created “Heartbeat”, a curriculum to teach kids the heart of worship. With a family legacy of children’s ministry, her authority and PK perspective help encourage and champion the Kidmin community that the seeds they are planting will reap a harvest that will go on to affect families for generations. Yancy lives with her husband and two sons in Nashville, TN.

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Laura Smith about her new book for women and how the psalms impacts parenting and kids.

The book of Psalms is full of wonderful passages that illuminate the intimate connection we get to have with our Father. Despite the chaos of our busy lives, the Father is frequently whispering to our souls to spend time with Him. As you read Restore My Soul: The Power and Promise of 30 Psalms you will receive revelation and insight from best-selling author Laura L. Smith on the beauty of connecting with God through His Word. Dive into the power of the Psalms and be inspired to praise God every day.

• Showcases 30 popular psalms and the timeless truths and emotions they reveal about our daily lives

• For women who are longing to deepen their faith

• Explores popular Bible themes to encourage you to participate in spiritual development

Laura L. Smith has been searching her whole life for beauty. Not in the world—there’s plenty of that—in the crimson of a cardinal’s feather, in the sound of waves crashing along a shore, in the melody of a Beatles’ ballad, or in a Chagall stained glass window. The world is filled with beauty, but for her that was another story. It took her years to discover her true beauty, to fully grasp she is made in the image of her Creator, and therefore, she is beautiful. The incredible thing is…so are you. You were marvelously made by God to inspire awe. No matter what the world tries to tell you, no matter what you try to tell yourself. No one can rob you of the incredible true identity God instilled in you. Smith tells stories (through books, blogs, and speaking) in hopes of helping you discover what took her so long to see: your beautiful true reflection in Christ. Smith lives in the college town of Oxford, Ohio with her husband and four kids.

This week co-hosts MIKE NAWROCKI and Sarah Humphries have the unique opportunity, in part 2 of a 2 part podcast, to talk to US Senate Chaplain Barry Black about his new book A Prayer for Our Country!

In A Prayer for Our Country, US Senate Chaplain Barry Black leads children in thanking God for America, while also exploring the ways we can model God’s love to support our country’s citizens, heal hurts that divide us, and look to a stronger, united future.

Senate Chaplain Barry Black believes words matter and that healing and unity are possible in America if we see the image of God in others. In this prayer for children based on wisdom from his almost two decades of daily praying over the US Senate, Black offers needed and inspiring text to help the next generation grow stronger in faith and forward America’s dream.

A Prayer for Our Country:

• Uses kid-friendly language to show children how prayer can be part of our everyday lives
• Explores ways children can live out their faith
• Presents a positive message about kindness and respect
• Helps readers ages 4-8 see how they can help support and shape our nation
• Contains stunning illustrations that represent the diversity of our great nation by illustrator Kim Holt

In addition, A Prayer for Our Country is perfect for:

• Helping kids better understand and respond to the events happening in America today
• Teaching children how to pray
• Reading aloud format for classrooms, storytime, and families

This week co-hosts MIKE NAWROCKI and Sarah Humphries have the unique opportunity, in part 1 of a 2 part podcast, to talk to US Senate Chaplain Barry Black about his new book A Prayer for Our Country!

In A Prayer for Our Country, US Senate Chaplain Barry Black leads children in thanking God for America, while also exploring the ways we can model God’s love to support our country’s citizens, heal hurts that divide us, and look to a stronger, united future.

Senate Chaplain Barry Black believes words matter and that healing and unity are possible in America if we see the image of God in others. In this prayer for children based on wisdom from his almost two decades of daily praying over the US Senate, Black offers needed and inspiring text to help the next generation grow stronger in faith and forward America’s dream.

A Prayer for Our Country:

• Uses kid-friendly language to show children how prayer can be part of our everyday lives
• Explores ways children can live out their faith
• Presents a positive message about kindness and respect
• Helps readers ages 4-8 see how they can help support and shape our nation
• Contains stunning illustrations that represent the diversity of our great nation by illustrator Kim Holt

In addition, A Prayer for Our Country is perfect for:

• Helping kids better understand and respond to the events happening in America today
• Teaching children how to pray
• Reading aloud format for classrooms, storytime, and families

Co-hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Lisa Town Bergen (author of the God Gave Us series) about her latest book Nana the Great Comes to Visit.

Filled with David Hohn’s exuberant and playful illustrations,Nana the Great Comes to Visit joyfully celebrates the ways loving grandparents help children grow in confidence.

Regarding the inspiration for the book, Bergren says, “My grandmother and mother were the epitome of grandmothers at their best—cheerleaders, mentors, gentle teachers, encouragers, passionate advocates, and prayer-coverers.” 

“My loving grandmother always thought I could do anything and supported me all my life, and my mother has championed and loved my own children well, too,” she emphasized. “They both inspired me as I thought about our exuberant Nana of this series!”

 It's always a good time when Nana comes for a visit! 

Nana is great at building forts, playing checkers and reading bedtime stories to her grandkids. 

Nana applauds dressing with flair, climbing high, and even dancing while praying. 

Most of all, Nana is great at finding more fun in the everyday moments of life.

Parents, grandparents and other caregivers will appreciate how this fun and endearing book celebrates the countless ways grownups help children learn to believe in themselves—while assuring children of a grandparent's love.  

For more information, visit WaterBrookMultnomah and GodGaveUsBooks.com

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Lisa Tawn Bergren is the bestselling, award-winning author of more than 60 books, including her “God Gave Us” children’s series, which has sold more than four million copies. Her books have been featured in numerous media outlets including, O Magazine, USAToday.com, CNN.com and Woman’s Day. She lives in Colorado Springs her husband and three gradually moving-out children. Visit her at:

LisaTawnBergren.com

This week, hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with Major Matt Satterlee of the Salvation Army, getting a behind the scenes look at this church and organization and also the distribution of the Ministry edition of The Bible for Me: Stories and Prayers.

Major Matt Satterlee is currently serving as the National Youth Secretary for The Salvation Army. With responsibilities covering all of The Salvation Army’s youth ministries from Hawaii to Maine, Major Satterlee is responsible for The Salvation Army’s youth curriculum, summer camping ministry, and partnering with other churches and organizations that do youth ministry.  Major Matt Satterlee has been a corps officer (pastor) in churches throughout Virginia, Georgia, and Florida. 

Major Matt Satterlee is the son of Salvation Army officers going back at least 4 generations. He was born in West Virginia and met the Lord at the age of 7 on an altar in the Frederick, Maryland corps. Moving around with his parents and growing in his faith for many years, he was accepted on a Salvationist Service Corps trip (mission trip) in the summer of 2002 to minister in Argentina and Paraguay. It was there, in the back hallway of the corps (church) in Asuncion, Paraguay, that the Lord called him to be a Salvation Army Officer.

Major Matt Satterlee met his wife, Jamie, in Texas and were married in 2002. They entered The Salvation Army seminary in Atlanta, GA in 2004 as part of the Visionaries session and were ordained and commissioned to the Portsmouth, VA Corps as Corps Officers where their family grew with the addition of daughters Lillian and Susannah.

Studies show that nearly half of all Christians say they accepted Christ before the age of 13.  Major Matt Satterlee says, “If we are called to make others’ salvation the first purpose of our lives, we should be exhausting ourselves in youth ministry.” Having come to National Headquarters following 7 years of ministry to youth and young adults, the Satterlees are passionate about the discipleship of young people.

This week Mike interviews new podcast co-host and author Sarah Humphrey. Sarah recently released Salmon Says Devotional: 100 Days of Wisdom from the World's Wisest King co-written with Amy Parker

If we could give our tweens one tool to mold them into strong, faithful adults, what would it be? The wisdom of the Bible. Thankfully, this wisdom is easily accessible in the book of Proverbs, written by King Solomon, the wisest man to ever live.
 
Solomon Says Devotional: 100 Days of Wisdom from the World’s Wisest King by Amy Parker and Sarah Humphrey offers growing, impressionable minds one hundred devotions based on priceless wisdom that is straight from King Solomon himself. This devotional: 

• is written for children ages 8 to 12.
• begins with a passage from Proverbs and provides a practical and culturally relevant perspective.
• offers engaging examples that help readers see how King Solomon’s ancient wisdom applies to today’s world.
• provides short prayers and simple activities so readers can apply the teachings to their own lives.

This resource is perfect for:

• birthdays, holiday gift giving or as an addition to your home library
• parents and children to read together
• Sunday school discussions and small group activities
• creating meaningful conversations about the wisdom of the Bible

By offering the Proverbs in an engaging form and by showing practical ways to apply them, Solomon Says Devotional invites kids to see how ancient wisdom is still helpful, intriguing, and essential in their modern world.

Sarah Humphrey is a wife and homeschool mom to three kids while also working as an artist, author, and voice actor. Her writing and doodling can be found in her devotional, 40 Days to a Joyful Motherhood, and her voice in several commercials, children’s books, and audiobooks. She loves encouraging women and kids to embrace self-care, utilize their gifts, and become leaders in the community around them.

This week co-hosts Amy Parker and Mike Nawrocki chat (and sing) with author Susan Burritt about her new book SOS GOD!

SOS GOD!’s humorous poems inspire children to pray, showing them they don’t need fancy words to talk to God. They can speak to Him like a BFF!! Each poem encourages kids to have a personal relationship with the Lord, reassuring them of His love, no matter what! They’ll learn to be grateful for the joys in their lives, and they’ll discover they can ask God for help with whatever ails them!

The poems are narrated in a child’s voice, with Bible scriptures listed by each one, so parents can use the book as a devotional. It is unique in its amusing child narration and its boldness to talk to a loving God about anything and everything.

Children will face fear with: “The Lord is my light and the One who saves me. So why should I fear anyone? The Lord protects my life. So why should I be afraid?” Psalm 27: 1 ICB

They’ll conquer low self-esteem, proclaiming: “I praise you because you made me in an amazing and wonderful way. What you have done is wonderful. I know this very well.” Psalm 139:14 ICB

They’ll rejoice in God’s goodness, declaring: “God, your love is so precious! You protect people as a bird protects her young under her wings. They eat the rich food in your house. You let them drink from your river of pleasure.” Psalm 36:7-8 ICB

There are also activity sheets at the end for children to interact with the Bible. SOS GOD! is the perfect book to draw children (and adults) closer to God.

Susan C. Burritt was born in Rochester, New York. Facing difficulties in childhood, she discovered reading took her to new and exciting worlds! Books became her greatest pleasure and escape. She moved to Los Angeles to become a famous movie star! When that didn’t happen, she made use of her Masters in Education. She teaches and motivates youth at a private learning center in Los Angeles, and at charter schools throughout the Los Angeles area. Susan wrote SOS GOD! to inspire children to talk to God about everything because she firmly believes that the most powerful solution to problems is receiving God’s help through prayer.

This week Amy and Mike talked with author Amy Gannett about her Tiny Theologians series.

Kids ask questions like this about God all the time. We want our answers to show them the God who IS, the God of the Bible. Amy Gannett’s Tiny Theologians® series teaches young readers about God’s all-knowing, all-powerful, and all-present nature.

Did God Learn His ABCs? A Book About God’s Knowledge

Did God ever go to school? Does God need someone to teach him? Is there anything God doesn’t know? The engaging, rhyming text and bold, delightful illustrations make God’s omniscience (His all-knowing nature) understandable, relatable, and applicable for kids. Young readers will close the book knowing there’s no need to hide their sins, questions, or dreams from God—for He already knows everything about them.

Does God Sleep? A Book About God’s Power

Does God ever get tired? Does He sometimes get sick? Does He ever stop working? The engaging, rhyming text and bold, delightful illustrations make God’s omnipotence (His all-powerful nature) understandable, relatable, and applicable for kids. Young readers will close the book knowing there’s no need to fear when falling asleep—for God is always awake, watching over us and working in the world.

Does God Go on Vacation? A Book About God’s Presence

Does God ever leave Heaven? Does He take vacations? Will He ever go somewhere where He can’t hear our prayers?  The engaging, rhyming text and bold, delightful illustrations make God’s omnipresence (His all-present nature) understandable, relatable, and applicable for kids. Young readers will close the book knowing there’s no need to worry about today or tomorrow—for God never takes a vacation! He is always with us.

Amy Gannett (M.Div, Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary) is a speaker, writer, and Bible teacher. She is the author of several exegetical Bible studies.

This week Amy and Mike talk with friend and author Tricia Goyer about her new book Happy Heart: Staying Centered in God's Love through Chaotic Circumstances.

Heart Happy: Staying Centered in God’s Love Through Chaotic Circumstances takes readers on a journey to discover where their true strength, peace, and joy come from—the Lord—no matter what life offers up. Tricia Goyer—author, podcast host, volunteer, homeschooling mom of ten children, and caregiver to her grandma—understands what it's like to be pulled in different directions with the longing and intention to do all things well. In the midst of chaotic circumstances (which all of us face), she’s found uncomplicated but effective practices for nourishing the soul—because everything stems from the heart.

This hope-filled guide will inspire you to stay tethered to the Lover of your soul. By taking time to make your heart happy in the Lord, you’ll grow closer to the Heavenly Father, fostering true transformation from the inside out. Heart Happy will help you discover the beautiful life you've always hoped for through a connection with God that never seemed possible … until now.

Tricia Goyer writes out of her passion for God and her love for family and others. The author of more than 70 books, she writes both historical fiction and nonfiction related to family and parenting.

This USA-Today Best-selling Author has also won a two Carol Awards and a Retailer's Best Award. She was also an ECPA Gold-Medallion Nominee and a Christy Award Nominee and won Writer of the Year from the Mt. Hermon Christian Writers Conference.

This week Amy and Mike talk with author Jeff Atwood about his series of Need to Know books including his latest title which is perfect for this season, Need to Know for Graduates: Little Things That Make a Big Difference!

Grads will appreciate this collection of practical and highly relevant wisdom and wit that will help them manage their expectations, experience grace, and laugh at themselves when things don’t go as planned.
 
Author Jeff Atwood shares the real-life, hard-won lessons he’s learned through the years, the kind of guidance he wishes someone would have given him as he entered the adult world.  
 
Those seeking direction for their next phase of life will appreciate these helpful insights, including: 

• Do what brings you joy. Not what brings your parents joy or pays well or looks impressive. Find the thing that brings you joy, and everything else will likely take care of itself.
• You are not the sum of “likes” or “friends” or any other social media affirmation. Don’t let people you don’t know define or shape your value.
• You were made to do great things that only you can do. We need you to do them.

Need to Know for Graduates is an ideal gift for grads and provides personal inspiration for everyday living.  

Jeff is an author, speaker, nonprofit leader, and marketing consultant. He has more than two decades of experience in brand development, specializing in helping organizations and communities tell their stories. Jeff has spoken to healthcare and other community groups, sharing experiences, and celebrating the work of healthcare providers, drawn from his unique perspective as both a healthcare leader and as the parent of medically and intellectually challenged child.

This week hosts Amy Parker and Mike Nawrocki talk with illustrator Don Clark about his amazing scope of work including The Biggest Storybible Storybook.

This week co-hosts Amy Parker and Mike Nawrocki talk with co-authors Steph Thurling and Sarah Holmstrom about their book Raising Prayerful Kids.

More than a book, Raising Prayerful Kids is a tool parents can use to make prayer fit naturally into their daily routines without it feeling like a chore or a lecture. Relatable stories of the authors’ successes and failures along with fun activities and games help parents turn everyday moments into faith-filled moments that are naturally filled with prayer.

Praying with your kids can be connecting, fun, nonintimidating, and even life changing.

Steph Thurling is co-founder of Raising Prayerful Kids, a ministry that equips parents to pray with their kids in meaningful ways. She has her master’s degree in youth, family, and culture from Fuller Theological Seminary and worked in youth ministry for several years before deciding to stay home with her kids.

Sarah Holmstrom is cofounder of Raising Prayerful Kids, a ministry that equips parents to pray with their kids in meaningful ways. She has her master’s degree in education from Azusa Pacific University and has taught elementary school and worked in kids’ ministry for most of her adult life. She currently works part time as the elementary creative director at her church.

This week Amy and Mike talk with author Chris Sasser about his new book Bags: Helping Kids Lighten the Load.

Parents want their kids to grow up and live emotionally, relationally, and spiritually healthy lives. More and more kids today are struggling to live this dream. As they go through life, they encounter people and situations that lead them to pack and carry some enormous emotional baggage that holds them back from living in the grace and freedom that Christ provides. Parents are in a unique position to help their kids "lighten the load" along the way. BAGS helps parents become aware of the specific bags kids tend to pack as they grow up, how these bags tend to get packed, and the long-lasting negative impacts they can have. BAGS also offers practical strategies parents can employ to leverage their influence and prevent some of these bags from getting packed in the first place. The hope is that we can lead our kids into a more stable and healthy future. 

Chris Sasser is the Pastor of Family Ministries at Port City Community Church in Wilmington, NC. He has served in full-time ministry since 1993, working with children’s, middle school, high school, college, and parent ministries. He has a passion for equipping and encouraging parents and leaders to help the next generation walk with God. Chris shares thoughts and ideas at www.equipandencourage.com and loves to share with students, leaders, and parents. Chris is married to Karin and they have two children, CJ and Kylie. Chris is a graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill and has done some graduate work at Fuller Theological Seminary and Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary

This week Amy and Mike talk with New York Times best-selling author Joshua Cooley about his book Heroes of the Bible Devotional.

Ask any 12-year-old kid to describe a hero, and you will get some of the following answers: a superstar athlete, a soldier on the front lines, or a guy in a cape who can jump over buildings.

Most of our “heroes” are related to human achievement and glory, but the Bible has a very different concept. The list of people who were great in God’s eyes might shock you. This devotional book is about their stories.

The 90 devotions feature the qualities of Bible characters that made them heroic. From Moses to Esther to Jesus, kids will learn more about how these Bible people pleased God. They will know that qualities like courage, worshiping God, and being a true friend are heroic actions. The devotional features line drawings of the Bible characters to further help youth identify with and learn about the people in the Bible.

Joshua Cooley is a New York Times bestselling author, a freelance writer/editor, and has 14 years of experience as a fulltime children’s minister. He has authored or contributed to 14 books, including many devotionals for children and youth such as the Heroes of the Bible Devotional; Creator, Father, King: A One Year Journey With God; and The One Year Devotions With Jesus. In 2018, he teamed with Super Bowl LII MVP Nick Foles to co-author the star quarterback’s bestselling memoir, Believe It: My Journey of Success, Failure, and Overcoming the Odds. Josh lives in Durham, N.C. You can visit his website at http://www.joshuacooleyauthor.com.

This week Amy and Mike talk with author and podcast host Arlene Pellicane about kids and technology and her book with Gary Chapman, Screen Kids.

Has Technology Taken Over Your Home?

In this digital age, children spend more time interacting with screens and less time playing outside, reading a book, or interacting with family. Though technology has its benefits, it also has its harms.

In Screen Kids Gary Chapman and Arlene Pellicane will empower you with the tools you need to make positive changes. Through stories, science, and wisdom, you’ll discover how to take back your home from an overdependence on screens. Plus, you’ll learn to teach the five A+ skills that every child needs to master: affection, appreciation, anger management, apology, and attention. Learn how to:

• Protect and nurture your child’s growing brain
• Establish simple boundaries that make a huge difference
• Recognize the warning signs of gaming too much
• Raise a child who won’t gauge success through social media
• Teach your child to be safe online

This newly revised edition features the latest research and interactive assessments, so you can best confront the issues technology create in your home. Now is the time to equip your child with a healthy relationship with screens and an even healthier relationship with others.

Pellicane is the author of nine books (including Parents Rising, 31 Days to a Happy Husband, and Screen Kids co-authored with Dr. Gary Chapman), speaker, and host of the Happy Home podcast.

Amy and Mike talk with author Hunter Beless this week about her new book Read It, See It, Say It, Sing It!

In Hunter Beless’s delightfully whimsical picture book, Read It, See It, Say It, Sing It!, multiple diverse families grow in their knowledge of and love for the Bible in four simple ways:                     

• Reading, or hearing God’s Word read aloud
• Seeing, or memorizing Scripture
• Saying, or talking about the Bible together
• Singing, or worshiping God and proclaiming the Gospel

As the characters read, see, say, and sing the Bible, they learn that God uses His Word to speak to us, mature us, help us fight sin, and expand His kingdom. Young readers will understand that as we study, memorize, repeat, and declare Scripture, Jesus is glorified, and our lives are changed forever!

A celebration of the living and active Word of God, Read It, See It, Say It, Sing It! elevates Scripture to the place it belongs in our lives—as the highest and most trustworthy authority. Children will see that by knowing and  loving God’s Word, we can draw closer to Jesus, the hero of the Bible!

HUNTER BELESS is passionate about helping women know and love God more, especially through His Word. She is the founder of Journeywomen, hosts the Journeywomen podcast, and loves doing ministry in her local church context. Hunter and her husband, Brooks, have three amazing kiddos who memorize Scripture way faster than their mama! When they’re not reading, seeing, saying, or singing the Bible, you can find the Beless family camping, riding bikes, or snuggling up with a good book.

This week Amy and Mike catch up with author Mitali Perkins about her book Bare Tree and Little Wind: A Story for Holy Week.

A lyrical, captivating retelling of the Palm Sunday and Easter story from National Book Award nominee Mitali Perkins, author of Rickshaw Girl, that is sure to become a beloved tradition for families of faith.

Little Wind and the trees of Jerusalem can't wait for Real King to visit. But Little Wind is puzzled when the king doesn't look how he expected. His wise friend Bare Tree helps him learn that sometimes strength is found in sacrifice, and new life can spring up even when all hope seems lost.
 
This story stands apart for its imagination, endearing characters, and how it weaves Old Testament imagery into Holy Week and the promise of Jesus's triumphant return. While the youngest readers will connect to the curious Little Wind, older children and parents will appreciate the layers of meaning and Scriptural references in the story, making it a book families can enjoy together year after year.

Mitali Perkins writes novels for young people, including You Bring the Distant Near (nominated for the National Book Award) Rickshaw Girl (NYPL best 100 Book for children in the past 100 years; film in 2021), Bamboo People (ALA Top 10 YA novel), and Tiger Boy (South Asia Book Award winner.) Her newest are Home Is In Between, a picture book published by Macmillan FSG, and a nonfiction book for adults, Steeped in Stories: Timeless Children's Novels to Refresh our Tired Souls, published by Broadleaf. She currently writes and lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Amy and Mike this week talk with author Amy Kavelaris about her new book, Good Morning, Little One: New Mercies and Prayers to Carry You Through the Day.

Amy Kavs (Kavelaris) Art can be spotted in Target, Anthropologie, Better Homes & Gardens, etc. & hanging in homes/sold on products around the globe. She has been captivated by the study of light and the way little ones interact with nature since she was old enough to hold a pencil. This fascination with every day beauty, is apparent in her breadth of paintings, blooming in a dreamlike-whimsy.

Reassure kids that God is carrying them throughout the day with these morning affirmations and whimsical illustrations from beloved author Amy Kavelaris. Adorable animals with gorgeous floral art and words of hope remind little ones of God's love, security, and peace for the day ahead.

Through a child’s eyes, the world can be beautiful, wonder-filled, and a bit fear-filled all at the same time. Remind your little one that God is always near with this unique book of blessings. A beautiful companion to Amy Kavelaris’s popular Good Night, My Darling Dear, this inspirational picture book

• reassures children ages 4 to 8 that God carries them through good days, hard days, and anxious days
• shares biblical promises of God's love, purpose, and protection
• features the whimsical imagery of nature and animals that has made Kavelaris’s art beloved
• encourages kids to discover God each day and joyfully live out who He created them to be
• gives children confidence to be brave in scary and unexpected situations

This unique book of blessings and prayers will remind your little one of God’s loving promises revealed in nature: that He protects us from the rain, He covers us with His wings, He shines His light into the darkness, and most of all, He’ll always be with us. Good Morning, Little One by artist Amy Kavelaris

• includes a stunning cover with a jacket over hardcover
• makes a touching keepsake gift book for a child's Easter basket, baby showers, and other new beginnings such as adoption, a new sibling, or the first day of school
• is an enchanting piece of art for a botanical nursery or child's bedroom
• is ideal for any parent, grandparent, or family who wants to establish a tradition of blessing their child in the morning

There's no better way to start the day than praying over your children with this sweet, Scripture-based book about trusting God to carry each of you in His gentle arms.

This week Amy and Mike talk with author Linsey Driskill about her new book Beautiful Hearted Women of the Bible: A Creative Mother-Daughter Devotional.

Enjoy Valuable Time with Your Daughter and the Lord by Connecting through Stories, Questions, Prayer, Action, and Creativity.

Beautiful Hearted Women of the Bible is a creative and interactive 40-week devotional that provides a sweet space for moms and daughters ages 6–10 years old to grow in their relationship with God and each other.

Each devotion features a woman of the Bible who loved the Lord and loved others. Learning about the fortitude and inner beauty of these women will inspire both moms and daughters to develop beautiful hearts of strength, courage, and love and will ultimately point them to Jesus.

Beautiful Hearted Women of the Bible reaches beyond the mind to the heart, connecting moms and daughters and raising up difference-makers for Jesus.

This week Amy and Mike welcome their Publisher from K-Love books, Dave Schroeder to the podcast to talk about The Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers which released on February 22!

You can order a copy today and a copy will be given away by K-Love and the Salvation Army! Amazon link - https://amzn.to/3Cak4HC

Help your child to understand what God’s Word means to him or her with this fully illustrated and easy-to-read collection of 50 popular Bible stories, written by best-selling Christian children’s author Amy Parker and VeggieTales® cocreator Mike Nawrocki.

The Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers is a new Bible storybook and the first title in The Bible for Me brand of related products for kids ages 4 to 8 from authors Amy Parker and Mike Nawrocki. The 50 stories are written and designed to share the story of God’s people and His love for each child in a way that is relevant and relatable to the reader. The book features:

• Engaging stories written with your child in mind
• An even split of 25 Old Testament and 25 New Testament stories
• Fresh, colorful illustrations from Taylor Thompson
• Prayers at the end of each story, where the reader can easily insert the child’s name, making the stories uniquely personal
• Buy one, give one campaign to benefit ministry partners, including The Salvation Army

Bible Stories and Prayers was written to emphasize how personal and relevant God’s story is to your child’s life. Throughout these fifty favorite Bible stories, children will come face-to-face with God’s endless love for them, providing a firm foundation of faith to last a lifetime.

Authors Amy Parker (Night Night Prayer books) and Mike Nawrocki (cocreator of VeggieTales® and voice of Larry the Cucumber) have written and told Bible stories to tens of millions of children through their books and videos. In Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers they wrote each story to speak directly to your children and tell God’s story in a way that reveals His love for them.

This week Amy and Mike talk with author Dr Lucretia Berry about her new book Hues of You: An Activity Book for Learning About the Skin You Are In.

 We live in a vibrant, colorful world, and though we enthusiastically teach our children the hues we find in nature and in the objects around us, we often find it difficult to teach them about the beauty of different skin tones. 

Dr. Lucretia Berry, founder of Brownicity—a learning community dedicated to education and advocacy for antiracism—is often asked by parents, teachers, and caregivers how they can best approach this conversation with kids. In response, she created a fun and interactive tool that provides children and their adults a way to brave the shift from color blindness to color consciousness—HUES OF YOU: An Activity Book for Learning About the Skin You Are In (WaterBrook; on sale 1/4/22). 

Filled with lively and bright full-color illustrations by Adia Carter, the book’s drawing and writing activities are divided into four main sections—Hues of You, Hues of Your Family, Hues of Your Ancestors, and Hues of Your Friends. Each page gives kids space to explore their identity in a variety of social contexts and to celebrate the diversity of skin tones in the world around them. 

Adults who have felt hesitant or unprepared to talk with the children in their lives about skin tone, race, and ethnicity will find that Hues of You is the perfect starting point. With this engaging resource, they can help lay the groundwork for a more positive, affirming, and inclusive world.