New Releases by Pamela Kennedy

This extension of the popular Five-Minute Devotions line introduces children to the Old Testament and encourages them to think about the lessons in the stories. Author Pamela Kennedy teams up with her daughter, Anne, to create a delightful Bible devotional that is perfect for any time. Each devotion features a brief retelling of an Old Testament story and a lesson related to situations today''s children face. Questions reinforce the message, and a brief prayer and a Bible verse complete the text, which is accompanied by whimsical illustrations. Ages 4-8.

This extension of the popular Five-Minute Devotions line introduces children to New Testament stories and encourages them to think about the meaning in the stories. Author Pamela Kennedy teams up with her daughter, Anne, to create a delightful Bible devotional that is perfect for morning, bedtime, or anytime. Each two-page devotion features a brief retelling of a New Testament story and its meaning, which is then related to the everyday lives of today''s children. Questions follow to help reinforce the message, and a brief prayer and Bible verse complete the text, which is accompanied by whimsical illustrations from Amy Wummer. Ages 4-8.

Matthew is about to become a big brother. And his sister will come from a country on the other side of the world! When Matthew finds out that his family is adopting a little girl from China, he is not sure that he needs or wants a sister. Read how Matthew prepares for his sister and how he comes to love her. Full-color illustrations.

This delightful devotional is perfect for bedtime, dinnertime, or anytime. Each short devotion includes a story about an animal illustrating its dominant trait as created by God. That trait is then related to a child. Questions at the end are fun for the young child to answer, such as picking out something in the picture, asking what the animal is doing, and asking what God wants us to do. Each devotional concludes with a short bible verse.

Information about the history and significance of each carol is accompanied by lyrics and piano score. Accompanying CD contains 25 of the songs in the book.

When Tyler''s parents divorce he worries that he will never be happy again. Then he realizes that even though things have changed, both his parents love him very much.

Here are more than forty stories about God''s love as shown through the natural world, each of which is easily read in five minutes. The child will enjoy answering the questions included, reading the Bible verse, and saying the prayer. This is a devotional that little children will love. Delightful and humorous watercolors of animals illustrate these devotions.

Here is the story of Sam and his family, who are making a cross-country move. With the help of his family and his faith in God, young Sam learns that good things can come from big change.

When Matthew''s parents decide to adopt a baby girl from China he has many questions, but by the time she arrives, he is excited about his new sister.

For ages 4-8. From the patient three-toed sloth to the trustworthy pigeon, animals model behaviours in a way that even the youngest child can appreciate. Each story tells about a different animal and its outstanding trait. Along with each story, the authors have included a relevant Bible verse and questions to encourage discussion. Parents can use this book to introduce topics like sharing, encouragement, and co-operation, while children will love the animals stories and whimsical art.

Babies to pre-schoolers. Author Pamela Kennedy relies on her experience as a mother and teacher to form just the right words for children''s prayers. Here are gentle words that calm fears during thunderstorms and words of thankfulness for bright, sunny days. Along with each prayer is a Bible verse that illustrates the theme of the prayer. Brightly coloured paintings by Stephanie Britt make this a book even toddlers will enjoy. And parents can use the book to introduce the concept of prayer to even the youngest child.

Hymns that praise the Lord, including some that are considered patriotic. Song title, author, compose, and first line indexes.

An illustrated collection of Christian prayers for young children at springtime, with related Bible verses.

In Jerusalem, a little boy who works with his father, a gardener, experiences the sadness of hearing that his family''s friend, Jesus, has died and the elation of knowing that He has risen.

These 69 devotions feature mothers of the Bible and the ageless truths they teach through their lives.

The author shares joys and challenges as she helps mothers see God the Father through Scripture and parenting insights.

Women''s devotional book contemplates each of the psalms from a woman''s perspective.

The innocent appreciation of Christmas will be deepened by sharing these pictures and prayers with your children this holiday season. Each prayer concludes with a Bible citation, providing the context for these simple talks with God. Full color.

There are lots of things a two year old can do--stack her blocks, sing a song. Help her celebrate what she can do. Then together you can thank God for making her two.

There are lots of things a one year old can do--give a hug, play peek-a-boo. Share Now I''m One! with your one year old and help him celebrate what he can do. Then together you can thank God for making him one year old.

Tracing the most festive Christian holiday, A Christmas Celebration is beautifully illustrated with fine art reproductions, line engravings, and vintage photography.Children are provided with answers to their questions about the yuletide season, such as ''What are the twelve days of Christmas?''Each facet of Christmas is sensitively explained to allow youngsters to understand its origin and meaning, also exploring many international celebrations.

A young rabbit who has trouble controlling his anger asks Jesus to help him not to push or scream or throw things. On board pages.

When a new baby arrives in the family, it takes Little Bunny awhile to learn that both he and the new baby are special. On board pages.

Volume contains stories and background of popular Christian hymns, along with their music.