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Book SynopsisMillions of children and their parents can’t be wrong. The bright and vibrant illustrations enhance every word of?The Beginner’s Bible® to produce one of the most moving and memorable Bible experiences a young child can have.?The Beginner’s Bible?is where a child’s journey towards a lifelong love of God’s Word begins.Kids will enjoy reading the story of Noah’s Ark as they see Noah helping the elephant onto the big boat. They will learn about the prophet Jonah as they see him praying inside the fish. And they will follow along with the text of Jesus’ ministry as they see a man in need of healing lowered down through the roof of a house.Parents, teachers, pastors, and children will rediscover these beloved parables and so much more as they read more than 90 stories in?The Beginner''s Bible, just like millions of children before. The Beginner’s Bible® brand has been trusted for over 30 y

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Book SynopsisTen Steps to Complex Learning presents a path from an educational problem to a solution in a way that students, design practitioners, and researchers can understand and easily use. Students in the fields of instructional design and the learning sciences can use this book to broaden their knowledge of the design of training programs for complex learning. Practitioners can use this book as a reference guide to support their design of courses, curricula, or environments for complex learning.Driven by the acclaimed Four-Component Instructional Design (4C/ID) model, this fourth edition of Ten Steps to Complex Learning is fully revised with the latest research, featuring over 50 new references. The entire book has been updated for clarity, incorporating new colorful graphics and diagrams, and the guiding example used throughout the book is replaced with a training blueprint for the complex skill of âœproducing video content.â The closing chapter explores the future de

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Book SynopsisIn The Berenstain Bears Face Up to Bullying , everyone knows Too-Tall Grizzly and his gang are a bunch of bullies. But the cubs learn that bullies can be bullied too.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Ainsley Arment has emerged as one of the most prominent voices in a grass-roots community that, long before social distancing, decided to reject mainstream schooling and rather educate within the family…. The Call of the Wild and Free, part memoir and part manifesto, encourages mothers who are considering home-schooling and those who are ready to give up… suggesting that parents are the most intuitive educators of their kids." — The New York Times "If you’re curious about homeschooling or wondering if it’s something you might be able to do, this is a low-pressure, easy read that’s also super inspiring." — Book Riot

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Book SynopsisAre you looking for a way to teach your child about Holy Week and Easter? What if your child could also read a personal letter from God to make the lessons come alive? Easter Love Letters from God: Updated Edition, contains seven beautifully illustrated Bible stories, each accompanied by a special Bible verse and an encouraging letter to your child.Easter Love Letters from God is part of the Love Letters from God series written by Glenys Nellist. Unique features include: Seven letters from God Endearing text that applies each Easter story directly to your child’s life and helps grow their faith Gorgeous, bright illustrations by Sophie Allsopp The

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Book SynopsisGirls 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 lo

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Book SynopsisFrom MOOCs to autograders to computerized tutors, technologies designed for large-scale learning have never lived up to the hype. Despite its promise, Justin Reich shows that technology cannot transform our classrooms on its own. Successful education reform, he concludes, will focus on incremental institutional change, not the next killer app.Trade ReviewAs the pandemic forces so many school systems and learning institutions to move online, the desire to educate students well using online tools and platforms is more pressing than ever. But as Justin Reich illustrates in his new book, Failure to Disrupt, there are no easy solutions or one-size-fits-all tools that can aid in this transition, and many recent technologies that were expected to radically change schooling have instead been used in ways that perpetuate existing systems and their attendant inequalities. -- Kanwal Singh * Science *In a few dozen pages, Reich lays out the embarrassing cycle of copied ideas, massive hype, enormous wasted funding and the unmet promises of edtech—why so many innovations and companies find only dramatically downsized and incremental uses, leaving education fundamentally not disrupted over and over again…A must-read for the education-invested as well as the education-interested. -- Derek Newton * Forbes *I'm not sure if Reich is as famous outside of learning science and online education circles as he is inside. He should be…Reading and talking about Failure to Disrupt should be a prerequisite for any big institutional learning technology initiatives coming out of COVID-19. -- Joshua Kim * Inside Higher Ed *Helps readers understand the systems operating through ed tech over the last 60 years: how venture capital backed technologies fall short of disruption; why people prefer incremental changes in how we learn, rarely transforming pedagogy; that tech—even when it’s free—favors those who already have privilege. -- Ki Sung * KQED *His account of digital technology, neither utopian nor dystopian, offers ‘a tinkerer’s guide to learning at scale,’ to fit—not disrupt—the complex system of school and university education. * Nature *Reich is to be congratulated on writing an important corrective to our public fascination with ‘disrupting’ higher education. It is all the more devastating for its even-handedness. There is no cheap online solution to delivering world class higher education that meets our nation’s ideals and needs. Anything proposed to do so runs roughshod over closely held values: rigor, access, equality, and justice. This is a must-read for anyone with even a passing interest in the present and future of higher education. -- Tressie McMillan Cottom, author of Lower Ed: The Troubling Rise of For-Profit Colleges in the New EconomyThis magisterial book offers a remarkable account of the different approaches to online learning and what can be expected of them. Comprehensive, wide-ranging, and incisive, this book offers a definitive account of the past, present, and future of technology-assisted learning. If you had to pick one book to learn about all things online learning, this would be the one. -- Jal Mehta, coauthor of In Search of Deeper Learning: The Quest to Remake the American High SchoolIf you have already decided that educational technology is a utopia or a dystopia, there’s no need to read this—or, indeed, any—book. But if you desire a clear, balanced, and insightful evaluation of the range of educational technologies, Justin Reich’s book will inform and delight you. -- Howard Gardner, author of Frames of Mind: The Theory of Multiple Intelligences Technology in learning carries a high cost economically and culturally. In a game of trade-offs between efficiency and human development, research remains the critical lens to guide decisions. This exceptional book is the best resource currently available to guide readers to understanding the failure of technology in classrooms, what needs to be done to make a real impact, and the critical importance of education as community. -- George Siemens, Executive Director of the Learning Innovation and Networked Knowledge Research Lab, The University of Texas at Arlington

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Book SynopsisThe Berenstain Bears Values and Virtues Treasury is a collection of 8 classic The Berenstain Bears Living Lights titles, with life lessons for readers young and old, that focus on kindness, love, forgiveness, respect, and more.

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Book SynopsisBased on the New York Times bestselling The Case for Christ, with over 5 million copies sold, this devotional for kids celebrates the life of Jesus and explores what it means to be a Christian, while also tackling your tough questions about God.

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Book SynopsisThe Good Shepherd and the Stubborn Sheep is a humorous and heartwarming picture book about God''s unconditional love. This story beautifully captures the essence of Psalm 23, showing the importance of trusting God, our Good Shepherd, with our lives.Meet George, a silly and sometimes stubborn sheep living happily under the care of a Good Shepherd. But when shearing time comes, George decides it’s time to make a run for it, and soon finds himself on a journey full of unexpected disappointment, discomfort, and danger. Ultimately, he finds rescue and learns why he really does need a shepherd.The Bible is full of references to sheep and shepherds, but what does it mean to be a good shepherd? And how are we like sheep? The Good Shepherd and the Stubborn Sheep uses an unforgettable character and riveting story to bring biblical truth to life for kids and illustrate the many comforting

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Book SynopsisDrawn from her family's stories and those shared by the Wild + Free community, The Wild + Free Family explores how to create a family culture that breaks the mold by seeking to connect with our children, unleash their gifts, pursue a shared vision together, and redeem generational brokenness, among so much more.Trade Review"Insisting that parents get to choose whether their kids grow up stressed or peaceful, Arment covers such topics as creating a family culture, embracing adventure as a classroom, and how to “not grow weary” as a parent. A wealth of personal anecdotes and feel-good wisdom… this is just right." — Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisBrother, Sister, and Honey Bear teach children how to develop patience through their gardening experience. Young readers will develop an understanding of the virtues of trust and patience?in this addition to The Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series. Join the Berenstain Bears as they explore the value of trusting in God and sowing patience in The Berenstain Bears Patience, Please. Children will discover ways to implement traditional values and share God’s goodness in Zonderkidz The Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series of books.The Berenstain Bears Patience, Please: Encourages age-appropriate discussions about patience and self-control An engaging story about the virtue of patience and placing things in God’s hands Perfect for early readers ages 4-8, reading out loud at home or in a classroom Perfect for back-to-school reading, summer reading, birthday gift

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Book SynopsisFrom Sally Lloyd-Jones and Jago, the creators of the bestselling The Jesus Storybook Bible, comes this gorgeous and innovative collection of 101 simple-yet-profound thoughts on faith, written in a way that perfect for kids six and up, as well as adults looking for a creative and deep way to engage with God. Now with more vibrant cover and interior illustrations, as well as two updated devotionals.Thoughts to Make Your Heart Sing Anglicised Edition shares profound spiritual truths from the Bible in a conversational tone – drawing insights from creation, history, science, the writings of great thinkers and preachers and writers and more – to turn the reader’s eyes toward the God who loves them with a never stopping, never giving up, unbreaking, always and forever love.Perfect for family devotions, bedtime, story time or even as a companion to The Jesus Storybook Bible, this accessible yet theologically rich book reveals biblical truth in word and image – all working together and designed to do one thing: make the reader’s heart sing.Thoughts to Make Your Heart Sing Anglicised Edition: Contains 101 readings on a variety of topics, that will help you and your children look at the world in a new, fresh way Includes beautiful, colorful artwork on every page Has a sturdy binding and pages that hold up to years of daily use, even with little hands Is an inspirational companion to The Jesus Storybook Bible

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Book SynopsisA practical resource to help you turn struggle into success and become the writing coach your kid needs?from the creator of the award-winning Brave Writer curriculumWriting is often hard?for kids and for adults. How can we help our children get past the difficulties and learn the writing skills that are so necessary for communication, creativity, and critical thinking?In Help! My Kid Hates Writing, Julie Bogart shares the secrets to breakthroughs in writing that have made her award-winning Brave Writer program a smash hit among homeschoolers and beyond. From unlocking the joys of freewriting to overcoming fear of the red pen, it blends useful advice and hands-on exercises with in-depth explanations of the underlying philosophy?and throws in more than a few pep talks for parents along the way.Teach your kid not just what to write but how to write?and research, revise, and polish?with this encouraging and educational guide to language arts.

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Book SynopsisThe companion to The Call of the Wild + Free: styled in the lush aesthetic of the Wild + Free brand, a four-color book offering outdoor activities and essays, that parents, educators, and caregivers can use to inspire their children.Wild and Free Nature is a beautiful, four-color resource book for parents, educators, and caregivers to enjoy doing hands-on activities outside with kids. One of the core philosophies behind Wild + Free is the belief that nature is the best classroom we could ever hope for. It unlocks the imagination and inspires creativity in ways that a schoolroom never could.Being out in nature has a number of benefits. Studies show that children are more likely to interact with kids of different ages and learn to problem solve in natural settings. Being in natural settings stimulates the brain and restores cognitive function. Children who spend time in natural settings also interact better with kids of all ages and learn to solve problems more easily. They build muscle and coordination and fend off obesity. It cultivates a sense of responsibility for caring for the earth, not to mention, encourages imaginative play, curiosity, and other qualities necessary to spark a love for investigation and learning.This resource book will help equip parents and adults who work with children to get them outdoors with activities such as: Build a treehouse in the woods. Cultivate a garden plot. Make land art and nature crafts. Create a mud kitchen in the backyard. Go for a nature walk each morning. Find a secret swimming hole. Go to the creek to learn about the water cycle. Plant a garden to see what will grow in your backyard. Raise monarch caterpillars and feed them milkweed until they transform into butterflies. Set up a birdwatching station in your front window equipped with binoculars, notebooks, and bird guides. Make a wilderness fort with the fallen branches from trees. With the same lush photography as The Call of the Wild + Free, this book includes step-by-step pictures that show parents how to do the activity, and essays on the importance of nature in a child''s life.

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Book SynopsisBuilt on interviews with more than fifty leading practitioners from major universities and ed-tech firms, Leveling the Learning Curve is an indispensable guide to the inner workings of digital education.Trade ReviewAn impressive cross-sector review of the successes and failures from across the digital higher education landscape. A must-read for university presidents, provosts, and deans looking to chart their institutions’ digital futures. -- Anant Agarwal, founding CEO of edXA crucial book at a crucial time. Education is key to development and our planet’s long-term survival. This book asks whether top universities are willing to accept the challenge of playing a major role in this. -- Judith Rodin, former president of the Rockefeller Foundation and the University of PennsylvaniaThe pandemic let the EdTech genie of the bottle and it’s not going back. It’s clear that online tools and hybrid learning will play a key role in the future of higher education. This carefully researched book provides and important road map for what this future might look like. -- Vikas Pota, founder and CEO, T4 EducationAn important book for anyone who cares about the future of higher education in an interconnected world. Addresses both the key challenges and opportunities that post-COVID educational leaders face and the lessons that the pandemic period offers for the future. -- Jonathan Becker, vice chancellor, Open Society University NetworkIndustry after industry has been transformed by digital tools. This smart and practical book argues that now is the time for universities to finally embrace their digital futures, and shows how. -- Najat Vallaud-Belkacem, former French Minister of National Education, Higher Education, and ResearchThe connection between digital education and international development is crucial but often overlooked. This book explores key ways universities can make an impact beyond their gates. -- Jendayi Frazer, former U.S. assistant secretary of state for African affairsBy focusing on connectivity and inclusivity, Leveling the Learning Curve shows us how universities can dramatically extend their contributions across what previously were considered barriers. -- Stephen Goldsmith, professor, Harvard University, former mayor of Indianapolis, and former deputy mayor, New York CityA fantastic examination of real-world examples of how innovative universities are using digital tools. Explores the key role that digital can play in increasing learning equity. -- Joshua Kim, Dartmouth College, coauthor of Learning Innovation and the Future of Higher EducationLeveling the Learning Curve offers a comprehensive assessment of how technology and innovative teaching techniques can reinvent the university classroom, providing better learning for more students in more places at a lower cost. -- David Osborne, author of Reinventing GovernmentSpecifically designed as both a DIY manual and an in-depth study of the subject, 'Leveling the Learning Curve: Creating a More Inclusive and Connected University' must be considered as required reading for educational leaders and institutional policy makers seeking to navigate the ever evolving complexities of a post-pandemic digital education in our contemporary colleges and universities. A seminal and groundbreaking study, [LtLC] is especially and unreservedly recommended for personal, professional, and academic library Education Policy Planning and Application collections and supplemental curriculum studies lists. * Midwest Book Review *Table of Contents1. Leveling the Curve2. The COVID Moment in Context3. The New Connected University4. Leading Digital Transformation5. Digital Competencies6. Designing and Creating Digital Classes and Programs7. The Blended Learning Toolkit8. Digital Case Studies9. Networked Learning10. The Future11. Better Ways to Teach and LearnAcknowledgmentsAppendix: Interviews and Demos ConductedIndex

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Book SynopsisA vision of the future of education in which the classroom experience is distributed across space and time without compromising learning.What if there were a model for learning in which the classroom experience was distributed across space and time--and students could still have the benefits of the traditional classroom, even if they can't be present physically or learn synchronously? In this book, two experts in online learning envision a future in which education from kindergarten through graduate school need not be tethered to a single physical classroom. The distributed classroom would neither sacrifice students' social learning experience nor require massive development resources. It goes beyond hybrid learning, so ubiquitous during the COVID-19 pandemic, and MOOCs, so trendy a few years ago, to reimagine the classroom itself. David Joyner and Charles Isbell, both of Georgia Tech, explain how recent developments, including distance learning and learning mana

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Book SynopsisA vision of the future of education in which the classroom experience is distributed across space and time without compromising learning.What if there were a model for learning in which the classroom experience was distributed across space and time--and students could still have the benefits of the traditional classroom, even if they can't be present physically or learn synchronously? In this book, two experts in online learning envision a future in which education from kindergarten through graduate school need not be tethered to a single physical classroom. The distributed classroom would neither sacrifice students' social learning experience nor require massive development resources. It goes beyond hybrid learning, so ubiquitous during the COVID-19 pandemic, and MOOCs, so trendy a few years ago, to reimagine the classroom itself.David Joyner and Charles Isbell, both of Georgia Tech, explain how recent developments, including distance learning and learning manag

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Book SynopsisThe Berenstain Bears and the Joy of Giving for Little Ones---part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series of books---is perfect for sharing the true meaning of Christmas with even the youngest readers.

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Book SynopsisStart children on the path to a fulfilling, lifelong prayer habit. The Beginner’s Bible Let’s Learn to Pray offers young children an interactive introduction to prayer, showing them they can talk to God about anything and everything.Featuring helpful examples from classic Bible stories, children will learn the basics of prayer, including why we pray and how to pray. With fun prompts, accessible questions, and bright, colorful illustrations, children will be eager to talk to God about their daily experiences, and will learn how to listen to his still, small voice.The Beginner’s Bible Let’s Learn to Pray: Is part of The Beginner’s Bible® brand, the bestselling Bible storybook brand of our time, impacting 25 million families for over 30 years Is an interactive prayer book, perfect for children ages 4-8 Introduces readers to the foundations of prayer in simple, accessib

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Book SynopsisJoin the loveable robot Wimee as he takes readers on an adventure filled with creativity and imagination. In Wimee Creates with Vehicles and Colors, join your favorite robot Wimee from the show Wimee’s Words (as seen on PBS) for some wacky wordplay and visual fun. This simple early learning concept book, perfect for readers ages 3-6, teaches rhyming and colors, plus prepositions and action verbs, and encourages readers to find more rhymes (and even think up some of their own!) using their creativity.Wimee Creates with Vehicles and Colors includes: Pairs of rhyming words that are combined to make a silly sentence. Simple illustrations focusing on familiar shapes and primary colors. A note to parents and educators with ideas on how to use the book for further learning. Examples of more words to rhyme.  Wimee’s Words is an interactive mixed media sTrade ReviewA truly unique amalgamation. * Betsy Bird of A Fuse 8 Production *Wimee is a clever robot who helps younger children use their imagination as they learn their colors and different types of vehicles. The rhyming is catchy and the colors are vibrant, making it a bright, fun way to enhance their vocabulary. Keeping children educated is certainly the intent and Wimee does a great job doing it! * Midwest Book Review, Children’s BookWatch *

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Book SynopsisHow can you turn a day filled with normal things like breakfast and chores into an unforgettable adventure? Use your IMAGINATION! Little Helper, Big Imagination, by Really Very Crunchy mom and author Emily Morrow, is a unique picture book perfect for kids and grownups looking to transform an ordinary day into something playful and fun.Any task can be turned into an opportunity for fun if you’re ready to use your imagination.Little Helper, Big Imagination: Is the perfect read-aloud for parents and children setting goals for family chores and a springboard for discussion on how to make at-home responsibilities more fun A fun read for children ages 4-8 that encourages independent play and imagination Presents the conce

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Book SynopsisPractice important reading skills while reading eight favorite Bible stories in the Adventure Bible Read Through the Bible. Combining the beloved Adventure Bible with the proven I Can Read format, this Level 2 I Can Read collection combines engaging stories, longer sentences, and beautiful illustrations, perfect for building confidence and developing reading skills. Adventure Bible Read Through the Bible: Is ideal for readers ages 4 and up who are reading with help Teaches Bible stories in an accessible format while growing critical reading skills Is perfect for back to school, summer reading, homeschool, and Sunday school classrooms Comes in hardcover format for longer lasting durability and is value-priced at $16.99 Is part of the Adventure Bible brand, recommended by more schools and churches than any other Bible for kids, and has impacted more than 10 million families to date.

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Book SynopsisHelp children form a fulfilling, lifelong relationship with Jesus! The Beginner’s Bible Let’s Learn About Jesus offers young children an introduction to the life and character of Jesus, giving them a deeper understanding of Christ and the role he plays in their lives. The Beginner’s Bible is a perennial favorite with young children and their parents, impacting 28 million families for over 30 years.Featuring helpful examples from classic Bible stories, as well as thoughtful questions, fun prompts, and prayers, children will learn about who Jesus is, what he said and did on earth, and how he impacts our lives today. With easy-to-read stories and bright, colorful illustrations, kids will be eager to draw closer to their Lord and Savior and start their faith journey with a solid foundation.The Beginner’s Bible Let’s Learn About Jesus:Is part of The Beginner’s Bible® bra

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Book SynopsisThe Perfect First Bible for Early Readers: A Steppingstone from a Child''s Bible Storybook to Their First Full Bible.The NIrV Illustrated Holy Bible for Kids helps children ages 4–8 read the full Bible without chapter and verse numbers and footnotes. A text without these distractions can be less intimidating and more engaging, encouraging kids to read more and develop a deeper interest in the Bible. This Bible tells God’s redemption story in a single-column format with a readable font. Nearly every page features full-color, kid-friendly illustrations that bring the Bible stories to life. Ideal for families who value the power of storytelling and God’s Word, and perfect

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Book SynopsisFrom the creators of the wildly popular book Ten Little Night Stars, comes Ten Little Fireflies, a board book that introduces little ones to numbers as they count down to bedtime.Ten Little Fireflies: Is perfect for little ones ages 0-4 Is an early learning concept book of numbers one to ten Has soothing rhymes making this the perfect bedtime read Easily wipes clean of little fingerprints and smudges  This sweet counting book written by Deb Gruelle, the great grandniece of the creator of Raggedy Ann, features: Popular woodland animals like hedgehogs and owls Is perfect for baby gifts, birthday gifts, and holiday gift giving Fits into little hands  

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Book SynopsisHelp little ones dig deeper into faith as they memorize bible verses! Enhanced with beautiful gemstone photographs throughout, Bible Gems to Remember Devotions for Kids gives young readers 52 devotions—one for each week of the year—to read, reflect upon, and put into practice. By the end of the year, children will have learned more than 52 easy-to-memorize Scripture verses!God can accomplish amazing things with just a few words. Imagine what he could do in the heart of a child who memorizes and meditates on these short “gems” of wisdom from the Bible.Scripture is filled with “gemstones”—concise statements of five words or less that hold great value, meaning, and power. This gemstone, photo-driven devotional includes 52 of these special Bible gems to memorize as well as additional gems to ponder at the end of the devotion.Bible Gems to Remember Devotions for Kids, Trade ReviewAuthor Robin Schmitt was inspired by the words of the apostle Paul in 1 Cor. 14:19--about speaking five clear words of instruction--to create this devotional for children ages 8-12. The devotions focus on helping kids memorize what Schmitt calls Bible Gems, or Gemstones, nuggets of truth in five words or fewer found in Scripture. Schmitt hopes his book will help children learn what the Bible teaches and put it into practice, shaping their characters and building them up in faith, now and in the years ahead. As Schmitt relates biblical stories relevant to each Bible Gem, he shares how they connect to the joys, challenges, fears, and triumphs of kids today. He also encourages his readers to see how God meets them in their everyday lives--strengthening in weakness, providing for needs, loving unconditionally, and more. Schmitt repeatedly points out that kids--and adults--grow in godliness, not through their own efforts or strength, but because of God's work within human hearts and minds, accomplishing the transformation that only he has the power to bring about. This meaningful devotional is suitable for family mealtimes or for individual use by older children. * The Banner *

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