Most Popular Books by Allia Zobel

This book, written by a popular children''s book author, retells some of the most memorable stories in the Bible--creation, Noah''s ark, Jonah, and Jesus coming to the world as a baby.

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.

Come and learn more about your heavenly Father by exploring this special collection of psalms-- carefully chosen and retold just for you! The people long ago had thoughts like you do. They wanted to tell God how happy they were and what made them sad. They had questions about life and needed answers to their big questions, just like you do. When you finish with these psalms, open your Bible and discover even more. All the psalms will help you understand God as your amazing Creator and loving Shepherd.

Simple Bible stories come to life with this fun pull-and-push peek-a-boo board book. Children can guess which biblical images are in each story, then pull the tab to find the answers. Full color.

Teaching little ones about prayer is one of the most important responsibilities and privileges of parents and grandparents. Author Allia Zobel Nolan, creator of The Ten Commandments for Little Ones, shares a child-friendly journey through the Lord''s Prayer to help parents create a legacy of talking to God anytime, anywhere, about anything. Give us this day our daily bread Father, You always give us what we need. So we pray for enough food for today. You know how to take care of your children. So we never have to worry. Clever, fun art engages children ages 3-8 while the "Dig Deeper" sections and definitions help parents nurture faith conversations with their children and a sense of how much God loves them. This tender invitation to a life of prayer is ideal for parents and grandparents to have in their homes and to give to the children they adore.

In her newest children''s story, beloved author Allia Zobel Nolan treats her young audience to an unforgettable look at how God created the world. Imagine that day when God smiled and His love and light filled the Earth! Set to rhyme and accompanied by Linda Clearwater''s colorful and engaging illustrations, this story inspires 3- to 6-year-olds to imagine how fun it would be to dance through fields of brand new red poppies, spy on freshly created pink flamingos, and climb up just-made mountain peaks. Best of all, children come to understand that God is the source of all life and that His Son, Jesus, came to live in their hearts and light up their lives.

Presents a simplified version of the ten commandments and discusses a biblical and a contemporary story showing how they should be followed in daily life.

An interactive lift-the-fl ap book telling the story of Noah.

Discover the doggone truth behind those sad puppy eyes. Author and humorist Allia Zobel Nolan caught these silly pooches in action, listened to their mutt-erings, and then offered them a chance to ditch the doghouse...by confessing their canine crimes! For pet enthusiasts everywhere, here''s the chance to read what Fido''s barking about and howl at the wild photos. Is the dog truly man''s best friend? Think again! Add this title to Allia''s other two humorous pet books, Cat Confessions and I''d Rather Be a Cat, and you''ll never be without a laugh.

Are you ready to blossom? Faith is like a flower. In order to grow, it needs soil, water, and sun—food for the spirit. That’s just what this devotional is. Spiritual food to help your faith grow strong and beautiful. Featuring 365 days of wisdom from your favorite Faithgirlz! authors, as well as quotes and questions from real girls like you, this devotional offers pages of inspiration on everything from navigating friendships, to taming the tongue, to trusting God in everything, big and small. Growing up can be tough, but Jesus is guiding you every step of the way. Beauty of Believing combines the talents of Faithgirlz! authors Tasha K. Douglas, Mona Hodgson, Kristi Holl, Lois Walfred Johnson, Allia Zobel Nolan, and Nancy Rue, and their words of wisdom will help your faith bloom and flourish as you grow into the girl God wants you to be.

The All About Angels Storybook Bible is filled with vibrant illustrations and engaging text that bring 36 pivotal Bible stories to life. Assembled in chronological order, these stories detail how God used angels on very important missions. Stories include: Abraham & Sarah, the talking donkey, Gideon, Samson, Elijah, Mary & Joseph, Jesus'' temptation, Jesus'' resurrection, and more! A simple message at the beginning of each story helps children learn how angels were used in the Bible and are still used today.

A lift-the-flap book of mammoth proportions—big size, big flaps, big learning, big fun! This book uses flaps with hidden images and information to teach children amazing facts about the great adventures of God''s servant, Moses.

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.

From petting a lion''s furry mane in Daniel''s lions'' den to touching the scaly fish that swallowed Jonah--this book is designed grab kids'' attention while teaching them about God.

Beloved author Allia Zobel Nolan follows her Noah''s Notebook with this creative retelling of Daniel''s story from the Bible in diary form for kids. Clever art, contemporary language, and kid?friendly humor express Daniel''s adventure of trusting God''s will, praying faithfully, and praising God in all circumstances. ?Dear Diary, Guards are waiting outside, so I have to be quick. The plan is to march me over to the lions? den and throw me in. Ezra and Aaron insisted the king put his seal on the heavy rock?in case I try to get out. As if. Boy, do they have it in for me! I know God will do what He thinks is right. But I AM a teeny bit nervous.?Daniel? Young readers will be captivated by the book of Daniel. Great for individual or Sunday school reading and ideal as a family time selection.

The All About Angels Storybook Bible is filled with vibrant illustrations and engaging text that bring 36 pivotal Bible stories to life. Assembled in chronological order, these stories detail how God used angels on very important missions. Stories include: Abraham & Sarah, the talking donkey, Gideon, Samson, Elijah, Mary & Joseph, Jesus'' temptation, Jesus'' resurrection, and more! A simple message at the beginning of each story helps children learn how angels were used in the Bible and are still used today.

Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. —Philippians 4:8 Did you know you can totally change your life by changing your thoughts? Well, you can, and Whatever Is Lovely: A 90-Day Devotional Journal can get you started. With examples based on girls just like you, each of these 90 devotionals will show you how to fill your head and your heart with virtues taken straight from Philippians 4:8, helping you grow closer to God and the amazing life he intended for you. Featuring a trendy color interior, a ribbon marker, and journaling lines for you to write your thoughts, Whatever Is Lovely will inspire you to read and reflect on the devotionals every single day.

Interactive lift-the-flap illustrations show biblical stories, including Noah and the ark, Jacob''s dream, Moses and the pharaoh, the adoration of the shepherds, Jesus feeding the five thousand, and the Resurrection.

The All About Angels Storybook Bible is filled with vibrant illustrations and engaging text that bring 36 pivotal Bible stories to life. Assembled in chronological order, these stories detail how God used angels on very important missions. Stories include: Abraham & Sarah, the talking donkey, Gideon, Samson, Elijah, Mary & Joseph, Jesus'' temptation, Jesus'' resurrection, and more! A simple message at the beginning of each story helps children learn how angels were used in the Bible and are still used today.

Children recount all the ways they show their love for God, including helping others and reading the Bible.

Little Bear decides to use ten big, sparkly stars to help him count a few of God''s countless blessings. As Little Bear describes each blessing and the child turns a page, one shimmering foil star disappears from the sky.

Remember ironing your hair? Rolling it in soda cans to straighten it? Lacquering it with enough spray that it could ward off bullets? Ever slather on cement-colored lipstick so heavy, you looked like a zombie princess? Remember hot pants and platform heels? The danger of patent-leather shoes? Were you a secretary, nurse, or teacher, but only, as our mothers urged us, until you found "Mr. Right." In her new book, LAUGH OUT LOUD: 40 WOMEN HUMORISTS CELEBRATE THEN AND NOW...BEFORE WE FORGET, Allia Zobel Nolan and 40 funny ladies from the Erma Bombeck Writers'' Workshop chronicle these blips in time as they look back at life in the past lane. Zobel Nolan and the other dancing queens then fast forward to today and write about what it''s like to blink and wake up to be 50, 60, 70, and beyond-experiences ranging from cremation ceremonies to marrying younger men, from senior online dating to finding yourself a menopausal maniac in Mexico.

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 collection of cartoons points to such advantages of aging as plastic surgery, grouchiness, and comfortable clothing

Who''s the best teacher when it comes to the rat race? According to Allia Zobel, it''s the "four-legged ball of fluff folks share their lives (and possibly their beds) with--their cats".

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.

Moses recalls the adventures God led him on including freeing the Israelites, the miracles from God, and traveling across the desert.

Introduce children to the stories of the bible with this ebook with audio! Kids take a front-row seat to some of the most memorable events in the Bible in My First Adventure Stories. They are there when Moses visits Pharoah, when Daniel is saved from the lions, and when Jesus is born. Bold illustrations, delightful text, exciting sound effects, and music accompaniments combine to bring twelve adventures from the Bible to life in a dramatic and fresh new way.

Toddlers who are developing an understanding of the Bible and its message can reach deeper into stories with this board book that includes activities for both parent and child. Full-color illustrations.

Young readers learn that God can do great things through people of all ages, including them. Features nine stories about children from the Bible who show bravery and obedience to God.

This treasury of carefully selected stories, verses, and rhymes is the perfect way to share the Bible with little ones at bedtime. Every book in The First Bible Collection® is beautifully illustrated with peek-through windows. Picture icons in each book let you know when it’s time to share a special activity with your child.The First Bible Collection® and Design are trademarks registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office by Reader’s Digest Association, Inc. Used by permission.

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

Learn about the story of Creation with this audio-enhanced ebook for kids! The amazing story of the world''s first seven days is told in vibrant detail with gorgeous illustrations, fun sound effects, and music in My First Story of Creation. Young children will love exploring the Garden of Eden and all its creatures while listening to the story. When the reading is over, a seek and find activity is a great way to further learn about the wonders of God''s wonderful creation.

Learn the story of Noah''s Ark in the ebook for kids! Noah''s incredible adventure is one of the most beloved stories in the Bible. His story comes to life in this ebook with beautiful illustrations, music, sound effects, and text written especially for very young children. A seek-and-find activity and trivia questions on the last pages are great ways to further engage children in this classic Bible story.

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. Still others wouldn''t trade their big feet for a lifetime of free video games. This book features entertaining flaps, pull tabs, and touch-and-feel elements such as embedded foil yarn, and more, proves to kids that, in a world where fitting in is the norm, being different is what makes us special.