The American Queen Vanessa Miller Historical Fiction Over the twenty-four years she was enslaved on the Montgomery Plantation, Louella learned to feel one thing: hate. Hate for the man who sold her mother. Hate for the overseer who left her daddy to hang from a noose. Hate so powerful there's no room in her heart for love, not even for the honorable Reverend William, whom she likes and respects enough to marry. But when William finally listens to Louella's pleas and leads the formerly enslaved people off the plantation, Louella begins to replace her hate with hope. Hope that they wi ..read more

Fiona and the Easter Egg Hunt Zondervan illustrataed by Richard Cowdrey Join your favorite hippo, Fiona, the beloved internet sensation from the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, as she plans an Easter egg hunt for her animal friends at the zoo! Fiona and the Easter Egg Hunt is another addition to the New York Times bestselling Fiona the Hippo series. Spring has sprung, and new adorable babies are being born all over the zoo! Fiona and her friend Rico the porcupine decide to have an Easter egg hunt for the animals. But when one of Mrs. Swan’s eggs gets accidentally mixed in with the Eas ..read more

The Berenstain Bears Storybook Bible Search and Find Jan & Mike Berenstain Juvenile Fiction ages 3-6 Explore favorite Bible stories in a fun and interactive way with The Berenstain Bears Storybook Bible Search and Find.. Young readers will find carefully hidden objects in these scenes from familiar Old and New Testament stories, such as Noah and the ark. Jesus's birth, and the Last Supper--all while strengthening early reading and math skills, including attention to detail, concentration, and counting. My Thoughts My grandkids love to do search and find activities. The Berensta ..read more

One Word Prompt ~ Five Minutes of Writing ~ No Editing Today's Prompt: Far GO! We are about six months in to a serious health situation. Most days I am able to look back and see just how far we've come. I've got all the records (and bills) to remind me that we've definitely come a far distance from the beginning. It makes me smile and just want to celebrate. Last week we met with the oncologist and we got wonderful news. Again that sense of jubilation and need to celebrate this milestone. But then I asked a question and the response was we still have a far journey ahead. That's always a ..read more

Sunny Days Ahead 150 Devotions for Health and Happiness Lindsay A. Franklin Daily Devotional When things feel tough, remember there are brighter days to come. From negative self-talk to daily stress and dealing with discouraging events, the challenges you face every day can bring your spirit down. But the good news is, you don't have to remain in a dark place. Inside Sunny Days Ahead are 150 ten-minute devotions that will guide you toward inner peace and confidence, helping you feel more secure, optimistic, and empowered no matter the circumstance. Each day's reading includes: a ho ..read more

 Wimee Learns About Money Stephanie Kammeraad Juvenile Fiction Join your favorite robot Wimee from the show Wimee’s Words (as seen on PBS) as he learns about what money is and how it works. Readers will have fun as they discover earning, spending, saving, giving, and other money facts. Wimee is excited! He has received some money from his grandmother as a gift. But he isn’t sure what to do with it. Join Wimee and his friends Moby and Siblee in the park, as they get a lesson in money facts from Mr. Bill. Then follow along as Wimee puts a plan together for how he can use his money ..read more

One Word Prompt ~ Five Minutes of Writing ~ No Editing Today's Prompt: Pattern GO! I am a needleworker in many different mediums. I knit, crochet, cross stitch, embroider and quilt. In all of those crafts I use a pattern. It tells me how much thread and fabric I need. It tells me what colors to use. It basically tells me how everything will be pulled together to make the end project. Some people use the pattern as a general guideline. They change many aspects of the original and come up with a project that is unique to them. I on the other hand rarely stray from the pattern. I occasional ..read more

First Words of Christmas WorthyKids Christmas Board Book Share the Nativity story one inspiring word at a time with this simple and engaging board book for babies and toddlers. Perfect for curious little ones, this book tells the story of Christmas in bite-sized pieces to encourage word learning. Short sentences and colorful illustrations guide children through that beloved night—from Mary and Joseph's journey all the way to the arrival of the wise men—while each page highlights a new word found in the biblical account—such as star, manger, and angel. Whether you use this bo ..read more

The First Christmas Night Keith Christopher Christmas Board Book Experience the events of Jesus’s birth on that first Christmas night with this stunning board book written in the beloved style of "'Twas the Night Before Christmas."  "'Twas the very first Christmas when all through the town, not a creature was stirring—there was not a sound." This beautiful retelling of the birth of Jesus celebrates that fateful night in Bethlehem so long ago. The story begins with Mary and Joseph's arrival in Bethlehem and continues through Christ's birth, the angels' appearance to the shepherds, and ..read more

  Read and Rhyme The Fist Christmas Glenys Nellist Christmas Board Book From Glenys Nellist comes Read and Rhyme The First Christmas, a sweet lift-the-flap board book that tells the story of Jesus's birth through interactive rhyming and colorful illustrations. Children will enjoy guessing the hidden rhyme that fits into the story and discovering how Mary and Joseph made it to Bethlehem in time for the birth of baby Jesus. Read and Rhyme The First Christmas: Provides interactive rhyming fun with 24 sturdy flaps Tells the story of the first Christmas in easy to understand, per ..read more