New Releases by Allia Zobel

Including Noah''s personal notes, sketches, and anecdotes, this book is the story of the big flood in Noah''s own words.

After buying a coconut, Mrs. McGee discovers that opening it herself isn''t as easy as she thought. After trying to whack the coconut open, it bounced out of her house, down a hill and thundered into town. Now the coconut is creating chaos wherever it rolls. Follow along in Mrs. McGee''s zany hunt for her runaway coconut in this hilarious, rhythmic, read-aloud that''s full of surprises.

It has been proven that parent and child interaction reinforces learning. Offering a heap of hugs for baby, this board book comes with five flaps and five different sounds that babies and grown-ups are sure to enjoy. Full color.

Wisdom with a Side of Whiskers... If you''ve ever shared your home or your heart with a special kitty, you know that cats know that we mere humans have much to learn from our furry friends. Purr More, Hiss Less celebrates this special bond by pairing eclectic pearls of feline wisdom with the watercolor splendor of artist Erika Oller. The result? The purr-fect reminder that, as every cat knows, "Life is precious-even if you have nine of them."

This interactive book uses flaps, wheels, touch and feel, and a surprise ending to teach children that God made each one of them in a unique and special way.

A little elephant expresses pleasure with all the things his mother can do with her trunk. A cloth-covered spring stretched across the die-cut pages simulates the movement of an elephant''s trunk.

No ordinary flap book here. These flaps are huge. And they open up, down, left, and right to reveal 5 dramatic stories of Jesus in full panoramic view.

The story of the birth of Jesus. Features three-dimensional, sculpted illustrations.

A boy is told by his mother to clean his closet, and while doing so he finds many unpleasant things.

With flaps to open on every page (and surprises underneath), children join in the thrill of discovery as they take part in each story. Bright illustrations and simple text bring adventures from the Bible to life in a fresh new way. Stories include Noah and the Big Flood, The Biggest Tower That Was Never Built, Mary''s Wonderful Surprise, and Fishers of Men.

A beautiful book about God''s creation, where each turn of the page reveals more of the oak tree and the acorn disappears.

Kids will discover the timeless story of Noah and the meaning of God''s love in this captivating, interactive book.

Taking advantage of visitors is the name of the game on Cheater''s island. Thanks to Lyle and his friends, the island''s residents realize that playing fair is fun!

Written by a popular children''s author, this captivating and colorful book teaches children how events that took place more than two thousand years ago still change people''s lives.

Children see the Bible come to life! With simple text and vivid artwork, the story of Noah''s ark helps children learn an important lesson about God''s faithfulness. Includes a helpful question page to reinforce the message.

Written by a popular children''s author, this captivating and colorful book teaches children an important lesson about God''s faithfulness.

"This sturdy, colorful board book puts kids center stage in the action as they learn the story of Noah''s ark by interacting with moving pieces throughout the story."--Cover back.

If you''ve never worried a day in your life, this isn''t the book for you. Everyone else pick up a copy—fast. Whether you''re a single and anxious to meet Mr. Right; a fast-tracker worried about a reorganization; a middle-ager pacing the floor over wrinkles and gray hair; a wife who obsesses over her husband''s well-being, or a perfectionist petrified of failure, The Worrywart’s Prayer Book has an answer for you. Using anecdotal stories that mirror our own lives, Scripture, and personalized entreaties, this witty and poignant book demonstrates how the Bible, prayer, and faith in God''s Will can help people of all ages learn to break the worry habit and enjoy a calmer, peaceful, God-trusting life. A truly thought-provoking, funny and uplifting book for anyone who has ever agonized over: What People Say are What People Think. Ten Pounds of Flesh. Change. Other People''s Lives. Terrorism. Being Alone. Material Possessions, Death, Money, Timing, Accepting Joy . . . and everything else.

"The book is a rhyming version of the best-selling Baby''s First Bible, which includes scripture references and special parent-and-child activities throughout. The 20-minute DVD includes delightful animated versions of the Bible stories, as well as favorite hymns, traditional prayers, and activities."--Cover back.

A boy wearing fuzzy red mittens spends a long winter day playing in the snow and appreciating God''s plan for the season. On board pages.

Little caterpillar knows he is special because God created him. In this book, young children will learn about faith as they follow the little caterpillar on his journey to a life he never expected.

Children can read about ''Noah and the Noisiest Boat'', ''Daniel and the Lions'' and ''The Night Jesus Was Born'' in this picture book, with giant flaps that open up, down, right and left to create giant panoramic scenes.

The kids in What I Like About Me, are as different as night and day. And, guess what? They love it. Some adore the fact that their braces dazzle and gleam, others feel distinguished when they wear their glasses. This fun-loving book, with a mirror included on the last page, proves to kids that, in a world where fitting in is the norm, being different is what makes us special. Helping children learn about diversity, while fostering self-esteem, is what this super-sized Teacher Classroom Pack is all about. Teachers can read the rhyming text of the award-winning What I Like About Me! and use the oversized book to focus on differences in nationality, appearance, food, and more. Inviting children to look in the giant mirror will encourage them to think and talk about what they like best about themselves.

"Kids can learn to count from one to ten with the help of a big-eyed caterpillar, praying mantis, and other ''googly eyed'' insects in this fun book."--Cover back.

Children can search each page for the hidden fairies who live among the flowers in the secret garden by esxploring the fold-out and pull-tab elements in this board book. Full color.