Children’s Church

In "The Monster Who Lost His Mean" by Tiffany Strelitz Haber and illustrated by Kirstie Edmunds, everyone knows that the M in "monster" stands for MEAN. But what happens when a monster can't be mean any more? Is he still a monster at all? One young monster's attempts to live up to his name go hilariously awry as he discovers—with a little help...

A New York Times bestseller, All in a Day shows children how to live in each moment that each day brings. This lovely book illuminates all the possibilities a day offers—the opportunities and chances that won’t ever come again—and also delivers a gentle message of good stewardship of our planet. Newbery Medal winner Cynthia Rylant’s poetic text,...

Draw a circle, build your own world: in this picture book, "The Circles All Around Us" by Brad Montague, a big idea is shared between an adult and a child. This is a story about growing up in loving circles. A child is born with a loving heart into a circle of one. That small circle soon grows to include family, whose loving care helps a child...

"Enemy Pie" by Derek Munson (illustrated by Tara King) serves up a sweet lesson as one little boy learns an effective recipe for turning a best enemy into a best friend.It was the perfect summer. That is, until Jeremy Ross moved into the house down the street and became neighborhood enemy number one. Luckily, Dad had a surefire way to get rid of...

When Tanisha spills grape juice all over her new dress, her classmate wants to make her feel better, wondering: What does it mean to be kind? From asking the new girl to play to standing up for someone being bullied, this moving story explores what kindness is, and how any act, big or small, can make a difference―or at least help a friend. With a...

Little Bird loves everything about his home. He's surrounded by his favourite branch, his favourite food, his favourite view and his favourite music. Why on earth would he ever want to change, even when his brother tells him that they must? Discover how Little Bird ends up finding happiness in his new home from home in this beautifully...

“Miss Hazeltine’s Home for Shy and Fearful Cats,” is a story that’s perfect for shy and fearful children as it both helps them face scary situations and accepts them just as they are. It is written by Alicia Potter and delightfully illustrated by Birgitta Sif. Cats come from all over, and Miss Hazeltine gives them lessons in everything, from...

In this delightful book by Eric Kimmel and illustrated by Martina Peluso, Joseph always welcomes guests to his Sabbath table, while his greedy neighbor Judah scoffs at Joseph’s generosity. Even as his fortunes decline, Joseph’s door remains open. But times change and Judah turns to his Joseph for help. A very special fish helps Joseph save the...

In lively and delicious poetry, accompanied by evocative, full-color illustrations, Nikki Grimes recounts LaTasha's Sunday adventures in Paradise - Paradise Baptist Church, that is. From rising in the morning, to greeting the blue-haired ladies at church, the church offering, a baptism, a church supper and finally home to bed, Grimes brings the...

A gorgeous retelling of the Christmas story transports readers to Bethlehem to see the new baby king, offering a giftable view of the nativity scene. A wonderful lesson in determination and a great holiday read for kids aged 3-5! Voices roll across the desert sands to Hoshmakaka, a curmudgeonly old camel, whispering that he has been chosen for...

In "December" by Eve Bunting with striking illustrations by David Diaz, Simon and his mom don’t have much--the cardboard house they built for themselves, a tiny Christmas tree, and a picture of an angel from a calendar pinned to one wall. The angel’s name is December. Simon’s mom says she sings to them when they’re asleep. On Christmas Eve, Simon...