Best Selling Books by Mary Manz Simon

A simple retelling of the events surrounding the birth of John the Baptist.

A collection of Bible stories for young children accompanied by memory verses, games, songs, and activities related to the featured concepts.

A simple retelling of the Christmas story in 20 words.

The story of Joash who grew up to be king and rebuild the temple.

Just 13 words are used in this Hear Me Read Bible story. These words are repeated again and again to help your child develop a sight vocabulary and take pride in a growing ability to recognize words.

Relates two stories dealing with contemporary problems, then presents flashbacks to Biblical times to see what Jesus did in similar situations.

"A complete story in only 25 words"--Cover.

A sign "Santa stops here" posted in the neighbor''s yard makes young Brian think about how Christmas is celebrated in his house, and prompts him to make his own sign.

Illustrated by Phllis Harris, Dorothy Stott and Linda Clearwater. The First Virtues animals help toddlers learn godly character. Each book focuses on a different virtue and different animal, which helps little ones to understand and remember what they''ve learned.

Discover the many wonderful "hidden" stories of the Bible. These "treasures" are accompanied by wonderful, realistic art, rich with light, color and drama. The whole family can discover little-known characters and adventures from the Bible together. Ages 4-8.

Help you toddler build godly character!

Parenting experts provide a helpful synopsis of many modern cultural trends that affect children today, offering practical advice to parents on how to handle current ideas that are potentially harmful for children.

Noel''s dream of a perfect Christmas does not materialize, but she learns the true meaning of the holiday.

Retells for beginning readers the events surrounding the birth of Moses.

Here''s excellent Christian encouragement and advice for parents. Parent/educator/author Dr.Mary Manz Simon answers all kinds of child-rearing questions in a quick-to-read Q & A format.

Illustrated by Phllis Harris, Dorothy Stott and Linda Clearwater. The First Virtues animals help toddlers learn godly character. Each book focuses on a different virtue and a different animal, which helps little ones to understand and remember what they''ve learned.

Squirrel says thank-you to her friends, family and to God.

Puppy shows how to make new friendships and be a good friend.

When Moses hears the voice of God in a burning bush, he is convinced to obey God''s command to lead the Israelites out of Egypt.

Amy falls off her bicycle and has to go to the hospital, but her grandmother gives her a guardian angel pin to remind her of God''s protection.

A simple retelling of the story of David and Goliath in just 25 words.

These colorful picture books--each starring a lovable animal character--teach younger readers an important lesson on a singular virtue that is highlighted in the story. Full color.

"Help your toddler build godly character! When I say, "how do you do?" I reach out to shake hands, too."--

This Christmas board book transforms the weeks leading up to December 25 into a fun-filled celebration of Jesus''s birth for the whole family. Filled with songs, treats, and presents under the tree, the long wait for Christmas day can seem almost endless. With daily activities for children and families, Countdown to Christmas turns these weeks of excitement and anticipation into a fun-filled celebration of the true meaning of Christmas. Prayers and Bible verses help young children think about the importance of Jesus''s birth as they wait for the big day.

Welcome Jesus into your heart and home as you march to the manger! From the cow to the kitty--watch each animal march closer to the empty manger as you count down to Christmas with this die-cut board book. Soon the stable is full of animals, God''s love, and baby Jesus!

It''s pumpkin-carving time! This glow-in-the-dark board book can teach your entire family how God changes us into beautiful new creations to shine for Him!

A celebration of the joy and delight that puppies bring into a child’s life.

Here are three Bible stories, retold by Dr. Mary Manz Simon for beginning readers. Dr. Simon''s stories have helped close to one million children learn how to read. Each story is told in less than two dozen vocabulary words, in big print with bright illustrations.

This die-cut rhyming board book with glitter guides children to thank God andsee everyday objects of the fall season as gifts from Him. Full color.

A celebration of the joy and delight that kittens bring into a child’s life.

God Made the Sun is a celebration of God’s gift of daytime to the world. Beginning with the first rays of sunlight and moving through the day, this book reminds little ones that God’s love shines on us just as the sun shines on the earth. With its lyrical rhythm, sweet illustrations, and novelty diecut feature, the book will serve as a welcome reminder of God’s presence in our lives.

Stick-With-Me Bible Stories introduce beginning readers to the greatest stories ever told. Children participate in learning and fun as they add stickers to each page. Watch your child use these picture words to build early reading skills and learn Bible truths! Book jacket.

Author Dr. Mary Manz Simon writes a wonderful, and beautifully illustrated story of a little boy who packs his picnic basket with food and toys for play, smiling because he knows that God is with him through out the day. He knows that God will always provide for him as he shares his watermelon and sandwich with his friends. When it starts to rain, God will protect him, and his friends as they seek shelter under the umbrella. According to God''s words, "I will be with you always" (Matthew 28:20), the boy knows that God will always protect and answer his prayers.

In rhyming text, a collection of stories in which the animals demonstrate twelve important virtues.

Stick-With-Me Bible Stories introduce beginning readers to the greatest stories ever told. Children participate in learning and fun as they add stickers to each page. Watch your child use these picture words to build early reading skills and learn Bible truths! Book jacket.

Stick-With-Me Bible Stories introduce beginning readers to the greatest stories ever told. Children learn Bible truths and build early reading skills as they add stickers to the picture words on each page. Each book includes fun learning activities, tips for parents, and on award certificate.

Stick-With-Me Bible Stories introduce beginning readers to the greatest stories ever told. Children participate in learning and fun as they add stickers to each page. Watch your child use these picture words to build early reading skills and learn Bible truths! Book jacket.

An easy-to-read retelling of the trials of Jonah, who had trouble understanding the essence of God''s love.

Retells for beginning readers the New Testament story of how Jesus filled the fishermen''s empty nets with fishes.