Calling all explorers of God’s great stories! Join Peter, Mary, and their dog, Hank, in a new series of adventures from M. J. Thomas, author of the beloved The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls series (over 1 million copies sold!), as they follow an ancient map to travel back in time to key moments in Biblical history.

Through fast-paced and edge-of-your-seat action, The Mystery of the Ancient Map books teach children Biblical literacy and how to understand and appreciate God and his word through the stories of the Bible. The Brave Queen is the first book in the new Mystery of the Ancient Map series that expands the world of The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls, but it can be thoroughly enjoyed by readers not familiar with Peter, Mary, and Hank’s previous adventures.

Peter and Mary are getting ready for a new school year after a summer of time travelling with Great Uncle Solomon’s hidden scrolls, but life seems very boring after all their adventures. Then they get an invitation to go to Israel where Great Uncle Solomon is getting a Lifetime Achievement Award in Archaeology. During Great Uncle Solomon’s acceptance speech, a mysterious woman slips Peter an ancient map with red Xs marking different locations. When they investigate the map, the kids discover a new hidden scroll that takes them to Persia, back to the time of Queen Esther, where they meet Mordecai, the evil Haman, and Queen Esther, and try to solve the secret of the scroll.

The Brave Queen:

• Follows the events of Esther: 1-10.

• Reminds readers that, like Esther, God has a plan for their lives.

• Is the first book in a chapter book series perfect for emerging readers ages 6-9.

• Includes illustrations throughout, bringing all the action and adventure to life.

• Great gift for readers who love The Magic Tree House and I Survived series.

Calling all explorers of God’s great stories! Join Peter, Mary, and their dog, Hank, in a new series of adventures from M. J. Thomas, author of the beloved The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls series (over 1 million copies sold!), as they follow an ancient map to travel back in time to key moments in Biblical history.

Through fast-paced and edge-of-your-seat action, The Mystery of the Ancient Map books teach children Biblical literacy and how to understand and appreciate God and his word through the stories of the Bible. The Big Fish is the second book in the new Mystery of the Ancient Map series that expands the world of The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls, but it can be thoroughly enjoyed by readers not familiar with Peter, Mary, and Hank’s previous adventures.

Great Uncle Solomon takes Peter, Mary, and Hank on a train trip to investigate a new red X on their ancient map. It leads them to the sea, where they discover a new hidden scroll that takes them back in time, and they stowaway on a ship. When a huge storm comes up, they meet Jonah and end up being swallowed with him by a giant fish! It’s an adventure unlike any other as they journey to Nineveh, encounter the Enemy, and try to solve the secret of the scroll.

The Big Fish:

• Follows the events of Jonah: 1-3.

• Reminds readers that, like Jonah, in times of trouble they can pray to God.

• Is the second book in a chapter book series perfect for emerging readers ages 6-9.

• Includes illustrations throughout, bringing all the action and adventure to life.

• Great gifts for readers who love The Magic Tree House and I Survived series.

A hilarious action-adventure series for Christian kids set in a town where the parables of Jesus literally come to life.

Anthony and his friends have barely caught their breath after escaping wild vines and dive-bombing birds when Parable Port is hit with the storm of the century. The rain won’t stop. The waters are rising. And something about it feels… biblical.

Turns out, the Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders has gone haywire—and the whole town is in danger of being washed away. Teaming up with Grace and Duck, Anthony sets out to track down the mysterious lighthouse keeper, Captain David, who just might hold the key to saving Parable Port.

Meanwhile, budding podcaster J.R. is starstruck by a quirky new celebrity journalist in town. But when chasing a big story starts costing her real friendships, J.R. must decide what matters more: likes and listeners, or truth and loyalty.

As electric eels zap through flooded streets and homes crumble like sandcastles, the gang must decode clues, face tough choices, and learn what it really means to build your life on a solid foundation.

Can they reach Captain David before the storm destroys everything—or will Parable Port be lost beneath the waves?

This Christian book series features:

• A map of Parable Port―Follow along as the kids run around town to solve the mystery

• Chapter opener illustrations―Comedic and engaging artwork brings the story to life

• Spiritual lessons―At the back of the book, enjoy a kid-friendly devotional that explains the Parable of the Wise & Foolish Builder

• Penguincast podcast―QR code for J.R.’s boots-on-the-ground interviews and analysis

• A fast-paced story line filled with suspense that makes it perfect for reluctant readers

• Hilarious antics

Perfect for boys and girls ages 8-12.

A hilarious action-adventure series for Christian kids set in a town where the parables of Jesus literally come to life.

When Anthony and his mom move to the seaside town of Parable Port, they’re just hoping for a fresh start. Anthony soon finds out that there’s something unusual about this little town: it’s a place where Jesus’ parables come to life in surprising ways.

The adventure begins when a flock of orange birds stalks Anthony and flowering vines grow everywhere, knocking people out cold with their pollen. In the good old days, the living parables would help the town to flourish. But now? Something or someone is messing with the Parable of the Sower and causing chaos.

With the help of his new friends Duck, J.R., Grace, and Brooklyn, Anthony must uncover clues, decipher riddles, and stay one step ahead of the birds and vines to save the town—before it’s too late.

This Christian book series for middle schoolers features:

• A map of Parable Port—Follow along as the kids run around town to solve the mystery

• Chapter opener illustrations—Comedic and engaging artwork brings the story to life

• Spiritual lessons—At the back of the book, expand your Bible knowledge with a kid-friendly devotional that explains the Parable of the Sower

• Penguincast podcast—Get the inside scoop from the characters themselves with a QR code for J.R.’s boots-on-the-ground interviews and analysis

• A fast-paced story line that makes it perfect for reluctant readers

• Hilarious antics including an electric blue Cadillac escape car, a secret passage, and a silkie chicken chase will make you laugh out loud

Join this fun-loving friend crew for their very first faith-filled adventure in Parable Port! Perfect for boys and girls ages 8-12.

Kids Choose the Course of This Fast-Paced Sea Voyage, the First Interactive Novel from Kathryn Butler’s the Lamplight Series

One minute you’re fishing on a lazy day in Massachusetts. Suddenly, it’s the 18th century and you find yourself aboard the whaleship Valiant, manned by a greedy pirate named Blackviper and his crew. Their quest: find the mysterious sea monster, the Kraken. Where the story goes next is up to you.

In this immersive novel, the reader is the protagonist. Each suspenseful chapter ends with two or three courses of action, and kids choose one and see where the story takes them. Bible verses throughout reassure readers that, whether the outcome of their decision is good or bad, God is with them. As kids have fun steering the crew through raging storms, cannon fire, and giant sea creatures, they’ll also learn how to apply biblical wisdom and rely on God’s grace.

The Hunt for the Kraken is the first book in the Lamplight series, written by Kathryn Butler. Each immersive novel teaches kids how to make choices inspired by the truth of Scripture. With a variety of story combinations, children will love reading and rereading this unique book.

• Interactive Story Format: Told from the second-person point of view, this decide-as-you-go adventure puts the reader in the middle of the action

• Educational and Scripture-Based: The story and related Bible verses teach kids to navigate decisions around obeying parents, helping others, resolving conflict, and more

• Fun Book for Ages 8–12: Perfect for lower middle-grade readers and their families to enjoy together

• Book 1 of the Lamplight Series: Written by Kathryn Butler, creator of the Dream Keeper Saga

A graphic novel adaptation of Bryan Davis’s bestselling YA Christian fantasy Raising Dragons that’s inspired thousands of readers.

A boy with fiery breath.

A girl with dragon wings.

And an ancient prophecy launching them into an epic destiny.

Teen outcasts Billy Bannister and Bonnie Silver must come together to preserve a secret legacy more than a millennium in the making. They find their lives turned upside down when they are thrust into a war against evil, a war they didn’t even know was being waged. Their newly formed friendship is tested and shaped as they are forced to fight a malevolent dragon slayer who wields a powerful, medieval weapon and is intent on exterminating their dragon heritage forever.

This graphic novel adaptation of Raising Dragons is a fast-paced, faith-filled, modern-day Arthurian adventure perfect for young adult fantasy lovers of powerful dragons, sword-wielding knights, fair maidens, and portals to other worlds.

• Experience the first-ever Dragons in Our Midst graphic novel with incredible, full-color illustrations

• Experience the magic of Bryan Davis’s dragon world in this artistic visual journey

• See the fantastical landscapes and heroic action scenes come to life with new artwork

• Perfect for reluctant readers: The graphic novel format makes the reading experience more accessible to readers of various ages and levels due to the word bubble text format

Discover the start of the Dragons In Our Midst epic adventure in this must-have graphic novel adaptation of the bestselling Raising Dragons

A middle grade faith-building fantasy adventure from the bestselling Dragons in Our Midst story world.

In King Arthur’s Camelot where dragons are outlawed, a poor apprentice boy and a dragon-raised orphan girl unravel an evil plot to exterminate dragons from this world and the next.

Hawk spends his days trying to survive as a lowly apprentice in the harsh employ of Master Andrew—a sly shopkeeper making illegal bargains with dragons. But when Master Andrew is hired by Lady Morgan to cheat the dragon Clefspeare out of his promised gemstone payment, Hawk’s faith in God spurs him to action.

Sabina hasn’t had contact with humans in years, not since the kind-hearted dragon Legossi rescued her from the ruins of her burned village. But the forest is no place for a young girl to come of age, so Legossi agrees to have a knight take Sabina to Lady Morgan’s estate. Yet Sabina quickly realizes Lady Morgan has a sinister scheme to wipe out dragons in this realm and beyond. Can Hawk and Sabina warn the dragons and foil Lady Morgan’s plans before it’s too late?

What does it look like for kids to share the gospel with their friends? Join 10-year-old Abigail as she discovers God's power to save and learns about showing Christ's love to others in word and deed. In this relatable story, Abigail is delighted to spend her summer hanging out with elegant, imaginative, up-for-anything Maggie! But, to Abigail's disappointment, Maggie isn't allowed to come to Bible Club. In fact, it turns out that talking about Jesus is banned in Maggie's house. So how can Abigail share Jesus' love with Maggie in other ways? Alongside Abigail, readers will…

• Enjoy summer experiences like building a lighthouse, competing to win ice cream and splashing in a pool

• Navigate emotions common to sharing the gospel with unbelievers, like hope, frustration, fear and joy

• Discover what it means that Jesus' love first shines into our hearts to save us and then shines through us to others

Kids will be inspired to consider the challenges and joys of sharing faith with others, as well as to be fervent in prayer and persevering in hope as they participate in the Great Commission. This fun, exciting novel is the fifth in the Abigail series!

Clever Cub is a curious little bear who LOVES to cuddle up with the Bible and learn about God.

Clever Cub wants to give thanks to God but doesn’t know how. So Mama Bear tells the story of Peter and John healing a man—a man who then gave thanks to God in a wonderful way!

This engaging picture book:

• Tells the story of God's healing in Acts 3.

• Teaches children ages 3-6 the joy of showing gratitude to God.

• Includes questions about the story’s theme and ideas for learning more in the Bible.

Clever Cub Gives Thanks to God is part of the delightful Clever Cub children’s book series. Also check out Clever Cub Welcomes Baby Jesus, Clever Cub Explores God’s Creation, and Clever Cub Sings to God.

On the rocky hill the young jerboas watched as the one they called the king hung on the cross, dying. Suddenly, the earth began to tremble, then rumble, then quake. Rocks split and tombs broke open. The dove said, "They will take Jesus's body and lay him in a tomb. The serpents think they’ve won a victory, but on the third day Jesus will rise, just as he said. The serpents don’t realize that darkness has already been defeated and soon Jesus will appear—alive!"

The Death and the Victory by bestselling author Marty Machowski follows the adventures of the animals who could have witnessed the events of the New Testament from Jesus’s death through Revelation. Join jerboas at the cross, horses at Christ’s empty tomb, leopards watching Jesus ascend to heaven, turtledoves at Pentecost, squirrels who follow Saul to Damascus, and many animals on the island of Patmos with John.

The Death and the Victory is the fourth of four books in the Redemption Tales series for ages 8–12, retelling Bible narratives from the perspective of the animals who could have witnessed the events firsthand. Each story includes Bible study questions to acquaint kids with the “truth behind the tales” and offers a new point of view of God’s overarching story of redemption found throughout his Word.

A band of misfits seek to fight the darkness that's slowly overcoming their kingdom—the start of a grand adventure series in the tradition of The Chronicles of Narnia and the Wingfeather Saga.

Light in the Kingdom of Wildfel is dying. The shadows have been overtaking the light ever since The Great Betrayal. Now, the sun shines increasingly dimmer, it takes more firewood to brighten a room, and the world is growing more desperate and dangerous by the day.

Twelve-year-old orphan Finn survives in this world by being a thief, along with his best friend Adrion and younger sister Lydia. When the three meet a mysterious stranger who claims to know of a lake of light, they set off on an adventure across the kingdom. They discover that Wildfel is a place of great danger and great beauty, where the mist can steal your most precious memories, starlight gathers in waterfalls, spiders spin shimmering webs of glass as deadly as they are dazzling. If they can find this mythical lake of light, it could change the course of their lives, and the kingdom itself.

There are also secrets hiding in the darkness that could change Finn's very understanding of everything he knows to be true, even about himself—but only if he's brave enough to step into the light.

3 short stories from Patricia St John for 8-11 year olds

Aisha has spent years dreaming about the little girl in the big white house, and she can't believe her luck when her mother takes her along to clean there one Sunday. Exploring the forbidden upstairs, Aisha discovers a room with four candles, just one of them burning brightly. When she returns a week later, two candles are ablaze. When will all the candles be lit, and what will happen then?Back in print for the first time in decades, The Secret of the Fourth Candle contains three short stories by Patricia St John.

Need a dose of that Proverbs 17:22 “merry heart medicine”?

Well, here’s a heapin’ helpin’ for kids ages 8 to 12!

Here are scores of funny stories, riddles, and knock-knocks for young readers. They cover nearly every aspect of life:

• church

• school

• sports

• parents and siblings

• Fido and Fluffy

• and much, much more

And they’re all good clean fun—the kind of stuff you can share with grandma.

You’ll even find space for capturing your own favorite jokes and stories.

It’s the GOAT—the greatest of all time!

Heather and Picket are extraordinary rabbits with ordinary lives until calamitous events overtake them, spilling them into a cauldron of misadventures. They discover that their own story is bound up in the tumult threatening to overwhelm the wider world. Kings fall and kingdoms totter. Tyrants ascend and terrors threaten. Betrayal beckons, and loyalty is a broken road with peril around every bend. Where will Heather and Picket land? How will they make their stand?

“A captivating story with sword-bearing rabbits, daring quests, and moments of poignant beauty, The Green Ember is a Tale that will delight and inspire young readers to courage and creativity.”

— Sarah Clarkson, author of Book Girl

Harry lives on a farm and loves to help Daddy. Matilda the cow is going to have a calf, and Harry is very excited. But when Snowy the pure white calf steps out into the snow, Harry can't understand why she looks so dirty! In this story Harry learns that even though our sins are like a bright red stain, God can wash us and make us whiter than snow.

A beautifully illustrated Children’s book about having faith.

Aimed at children of 2-6yrs old, by author Emma Allen.

Full Colour, softback, 28 pages.

Deep in the tea rich, dirt poor hills north of Nairobi, Kenya, the sun rises and sets and a miracle gently unfolds. Every day, Sister Lucy gets her good-at-thinking head to work and together with a bigger than usual helping of hope, turns dreams into reality for her great big family. Discover what even a small amount of faith can do!

More than 1 million copies sold worldwide. Discover the world of the Wingfeather Saga.

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Janner Igiby, his brother, Tink, and their sister, Leeli, are gifted children as all children are, loved by their noble mother and ex-pirate grandfather.
After living for years under the occupation by the evil Fangs of Dang, the Igiby children find a map rumoured to lead to the lost Jewels of Anniera - the one thing the Fangs will do anything to find. The family is thrown headlong into a perilous adventure, uncovering truths that will change their world forever.

On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness is a tale children of all ages will cherish, families can read aloud, and readers' groups are sure to enjoy discussing for its many layers of meaning.
Extra features include new interior illustrations from Joe Sutphin, funny footnotes, a map of the fantastical world, and inventive appendices.

Get this volume for your children and for yourself. It's the kind of story that belongs on a shelf alongside the Chronicles of Narnia and The Hobbit.

You Are Special is a heart-warming children's tale from best-selling author Max Lucado.

Every day the small wooden people called Wemmicks do the same thing: stick either gold stars or grey dots on one another. The most talented and pretty Wemmicks always get the stars, and those who can do little or who have chipped paint, receive ugly grey dots, just like Punchinello.

But Eli the woodcarver helps Punchinello understand just how special he is, no matter what all the other Wemmicks may think.

In You Are Special, Max Lucado conveys a vital message for children everywhere: that they are special in God's eyes.

9-year-old Abigail can’t sing, and she can’t dance. So when her friends start rehearsing a musical performance, Abigail feels very much left out and self-conscious. Isn’t she good at anything? Doesn’t anybody want to be her friend?

Jesus does! When Abigail reads Psalm 139, she realizes that Jesus made her wonderfully, just the way she is, so she doesn’t need to worry about not being good at musical things. And when she encounters John 15, Abigail learns that Jesus loves her perfectly and empowers her to be a loving friend, even when others let her down.

As Abigail sees what a wonderful friend Jesus is, it transforms her other friendships—and it ends up transforming the girls’ musical performance too!

Everyone is invited to Lion’s home – even Bear, who no-one else wants to be friends with! Lion has sent everyone some boots, so they can safely cross the fast-flowing river. But Bear doesn’t feel he is good enough to accept Lion’s invitation. Will he ever make it to the celebrations?

• Inspired by the Bible story of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector, this is a heart-warming story of unconditional love and acceptance.

• Joyful illustrations from Krisztina Kallai Nagy – and adorable animals in boots!

Sally Ann Wright is a trained teacher and experienced author. She has written a large number of books for children, including several retellings of well-loved Bible stories. Married with four children, she lives just outside London.

Krisztina Kállai Nagy was born in Hungary and trained as a graphic designer before starting her own design and illustration business. She lives in Budapest.

Join the playful Never Touch characters in these two exciting additions to our bestselling series.

The adorable mini format is perfect for adventures on-the-go.

Use the handy strap and clip to attach to srtollers, bags, car seats, and highchairs. The sturdy pages and bumpy silicone touches are sure to keep little hands entertained.

not sold separately

Features:

• Innovative silicone touches throughout the sturdy board books have different textures and are exciting for little hands to explore, helping to promote an early love of reading through sensory play and encouraging fine-motor skills

• Bright and amusing illustrations entertain all readers, promoting adult-child time

• Easy to attach to strollers, car seats, etc. makes for convenient on-the-go fun

Fun, absorbing novel that helps kids aged 7+ to engage with the Bible as they learn that it’s only through Jesus that we can please God.

Part of the Abigail series.

A beautiful paperback edition of The Magician’s Nephew, book one in the classic fantasy series, The Chronicles of Narnia.

On a daring quest to save a life, two friends are hurled into another world, where an evil sorceress seeks to enslave them. But then the lion Aslan’s song weaves itself into the fabric of a new land, a land that will be known as Narnia. And in Narnia, all things are possible.

The Magician’s Nephew is the first book in C. S. Lewis’s classic fantasy series, The Chronicles of Narnia, which has captivated readers of all ages for over sixty years. This is a stand-alone novel, but if you would like to journey through the wardrobe and back to Narnia, read The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, the second book in The Chronicles of Narnia.

All Things Bright and Beautiful

All Creatures Great and Small

All Things Wise and Wonderful

The Lord God Made Them All

Rich with imagery and full of wonder at God's creation, this hymn has travelled down the generations and remains well-loved both within the church and outside it.

Now in picture book format with full-colour illustrations, the lyrics are brought to life for a new audience.

Annabelle is about to have her most exciting summer adventure ever at Nana Teapot's house. She dreams of being an explorer, travelling to far-off lands, but little does she know, her biggest adventure is waiting right at Nana Teapot's doorstep.Whether it's a bake-off, fruit-picking or an exciting day trip, Annabelle faces some pretty big fears. But she learns that God is a Father who's always there with her, making her braver than she ever thought she could be.

Annabelle finds out that adventures come in all sizes and God's got her back through every single one. So, join Annabelle and her cousins Ella and Mia, as they help their grandmother prepare for the grand opening of her new teashop.

This book is about a six-year-old black boy who sees a dog alone in the park and ends up adopting it. His mum is a single mum. During the story they move from an apartment to a house, enabling them to adopt the dog, with the help of a Polish neighbour. This is a heart warming story with a happy ending, about friendship, answers to prayer and trust.

• For ages 11-16

• This Christian story helps young readers see from a new perspective

• A vital read for growing in compassion from a young age

The refugee camp is crowded with sick and starving people. Two new arrivals, a teenage girl, Mehrit, carrying her little brother on her back, wait their turn patiently. What will happen to them? Will they ever find their parents again? A strong story of a family in a famine-stricken African country

• Looking for fiction for ages 8-11?

• The novels of Patricia St. John have proved time-and-again to be both engrossing and captivating

• This Switzerland-set story is perfect for curling up with on cold winter nights

Lucien's teasing of Dani leads to an accident with far-reaching consequences. Annette is intent on revenge and does all she can to make life a misery for Lucien. His only friend is the old man up the mountain who recognises his skill in carving wood and gives him new hope.

Set in Switzerland this story of Annett, Lucien and Dani has caught the imagination of countless children.

Patricia St John's classic story of love and forgiveness is as fresh now as when it was first published in 1950.

An entertaining and challenging read for key stage two children.

Meet Sparky and the Smarts an ordinary family who frequently find themselves in extraordinary situations!

Along with her family, Sparky (Priory Park's most quick-thinking resident) encounters all sorts of mayhem that calls for assistance from God.

How exactly does joining a choir create a family emergency? How exactly does a moped become a mystery to be solved? And how exactly does the show go on after a nougat disaster?