A newly inherited house. A 150-year-old secret. And some mysterious, hidden clues.Join Caleb and David in this fast-paced Hardy Boys meets The Goonies, edge-of-your-seat mystery/adventure, as they seek a rumored treasure and clear their great-great-grandfather’s good name.After moving into a newly inherited house, the Noland kids discover clues to a supposed treasure hidden by their great-great-grandfather. But when town rumors and some spiteful neighbors suggest foul play was involved, Caleb and David set out on a quest to prove otherwise.With unexpected dangers looming large and threatening their mission, can the Noland kids discover the mysterious treasure, or whatever lies at the end of their treacherous adventure, before time runs out and all is lost? Read more

The highly anticipated twelfth book in the Dead Sea Squirrels series from co-creator of Veggie Tales Mike Nawrocki is finally here!The Gomezes need a rescue? After re-re-re-escaping from Dr. Simon’s goons, it’s Merle and Pearl’s turn to play rescue tag as they and their animal friends embark on a ridiculous mission to bust the kidnapped Gomez family out of BabbleLand---a Bible-themed amusement park with talking animals. But how can they break in without being caught? With the help of an old-enemy-turned-ally and Adrianna’s hilarious disguise, the squirrels’ roller-coaster rescue is a page-turner sure to have you laughing-out-loud.Themes:Sacrificial loveForgivenessFriendshipFeatures:A squirrels-eye-view retelling of Jesus’ Last Supper, death, and resurrection16 character profiles including two brand new descriptions for Deliliah and Dave A map of Israel noting key locations in the squirrel’s rescue missionA map of the four quarters of Jerusalem and a brief history of its borders Read more

The first six books of the Dead Sea Squirrels series are now together in one set! Enjoy the misadventures of Michael, Merle, Pearl, and friends as they navigate everyday life at school, flee from a squirrelnapper, and more. You’ll laugh out loud and learn more about the life of Jesus from two previously petrified squirrels who actually lived in Bible times. Read more

Will Kimberly the cat discover the difference between being spoiled and being loved?Book 1: Kimberly the cat had it all—caviar, a mansion, diamonds!—until it was all ripped away. SOLD! And Kimberly? Dumped at a yard sale.If that wasn’t humbling enough, it was Signey, a freckled twelve-year-old girl, who adopted her. A commoner no less. Now, Kimberly must endure Rhonda the Honda, Stuart the baby, and cheese curls (whatever those are). Kimberly must rescue Fred the goldfish, who is determined to escape his bowl, while avoiding the dreaded visit to the vet.In this Christian series, Kimberly begs God to let her be spoiled again. Will Kimberly finally bond with Signey and her family, or will she escape with a new wealthy heiress?Biblical values. Family-friendly stories.“Through loss, laughter, and love, Spoiled shows the difference between value and worth.” —Melissa Sheperd, author of SavantGet this funny adventure now! Read more

Merle and Pearl have been separated! While Pearl is back with the Gomez family, Merle finds himself scurrying through the Holy Land with Dave, a honey-loving, talking lizard. Together, Merle and Dave must brave the perils of the Israeli wilderness in the hopes of reuniting Merle with his friends and foiling Dr. Simon’s evil plan. Get ready for more daring escapes, hilarious jokes, and squirrel origami as Merle and Pearl try to make their way back to each other. Will they find each other before Dr. Simon does?Readers will learn about Jesus calling his disciples and the Kingdom of God. Read more

Mike Nawrocki, co-creator of VeggieTales, is back! In the first installment of this hilarious new chapter-book series, ten-year-old Michael and his friend Justin sneak into the Dead Sea caves near the archaeological dig where Michael’s dad is working. Michael finds two 2,000-year-old squirrels petrified in sea salt. Hijinks ensue as Michael tries to bring them back to the U. S., hidden in his backpack. What Michael thinks are just cool souvenirs may turn out to be something much more! The Dead Sea Squirrels series is humorous, fun, and filled with character-building lessons. Read more

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The Dead Sea Squirrels are back with another fun-filled adventure! The Gomez family and friends continue the search for Merle through the Holy Land. But instead of finding Merle, they uncover Dr. Simon’s master plan to create the BabbleLand Animal Park: “the only zoo where cuddly creatures talk to you” and where you can engage in “small talk with the livestock.”Meanwhile, Merle meets Dave, a talking blue Lizard of Judah. The two of them escape Ruben’s clutches and take off along the Jordan River toward Galilee. The Gomezes capture Ruben, but they just miss Merle and Dave.Themes:Choosing to follow God’s willPleasing God by obeying him Read more

Join Little Critter® as he learns why it’s important to be thankful for what he has—not to be upset about what he doesn't.Since 1975, Mercer Mayer has been writing and illustrating stories about Little Critter and the antics he stumbles into while growing up. Tommy Nelson is thrilled to bring this beloved brand that humorously portrays social and emotional issues that kids face to the Christian market with faith-based books featuring Little Critter.In Being Thankful, Little Critter isn't getting anything he wants. Gator gets cool brand-new sneakers, while Little Critter is stuck with his boring blue ones. Tiger’s dad has a boat—but not Little Critter’s dad. And even at the ice cream shop, Little Critter can’t enjoy his chocolate ice cream cone because he would rather have a huge ice cream sundae instead. But on a trip to the farm, Grandma shows Little Critter why thankfulness is so important and helps make any situation seem so much happier.Based on Psalm 107:1, Being Thankful will teach children ages 3 to 6What gratitude is and why we should be thankful for all of God's blessings How our actions and manners affect othersHow to share thankfulness with othersYour family will also love and learn from the other Little Critter books in the Inspired Kids series:It's TrueWe All Need ForgivenessYou Go First Read more

The Dead Sea Squirrels are alive! In book 2 of Mike Nawrocki’s hilarious new series, the two petrified squirrels Michael brought home from Israel are awake and ready to dive into the 21st century. Turns out, the squirrels lived during the time of Jesus and love sharing the lessons they learned from his teaching in their own quirky way. Missteps and misadventures abound as Merle and Pearl help Michael and his friends confront a bully, using lessons from the Sermon on the Mount. Read more

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Patrick Wigglesworth’s Bizarre Bible Adventures is a series of hilarious comic journals for preteens. Readers will follow 10-year-old Patrick as he draws silly comics about his weird life. Just how weird is Patrick’s life? It’s so weird that Patrick gets yanked out of his room and into the Bible! In each book, Patrick meets a different Bible character who acts as a tour guide through a portion of the Bible. For example, in this first book, Patrick meets Moses, who leads him on a journey through biblical events from Genesis to Deuteronomy. In his journal, Patrick records all of his bizarre Bible adventures (BBAs for short). Most of the journal covers Patrick’s weird daily life entries with flashbacks to a relevant Bible adventure. Of course, this journal has to be kept secret, as he’s convinced everyone would think he was crazy! To be clear, Patrick’s journal does NOT tell the real Bible stories. It’s about his Bible adventures. This is not a Bible storybook but rather a creative, humorous kid adventure that also teaches preteens about the Bible. Read more

Merle and Pearl are still missing! Ruben has them hidden away in Israel, so Michael, Justin, Sadie, Jane, and Mr. and Mrs. Gomez take off on a rescue mission to get them back once and for all. In the meantime, Dusty finds himself trapped in a donkey retirement community alongside a quirky alpaca named Adriana, who just happens to be an expert lock picker! Adriana’s skills come in handy when she and Dusty find Merle and Pearl locked in the birdcage Ruben is using to transport them.More silliness, chase scenes, and unexpected twists unfold as the squirrels try to evade recapture by Ruben. Eventually, Pearl, Dusty, and Adriana find themselves part of a live Nativity display, but where is Merle? Jingle Squirrels is a continuation of the Dead Sea Squirrels story, but it also tells the Christmas story of Christ’s birth. Readers will learn that God is our Rescuer and Redeemer. Key Verse is John 3:16. Read more

Merle and Pearl have been captured and whisked off to Israel. What does the man with the suit and sunglasses want with the beloved squirrels? Will Michael, Sadie, Justin, and the rest of the Gomez family track them down before it’s too late? Full of hilarious squirrelly antics and a new crew of talking animals, this 3-book set comes with a U-wrap and includes books 7–9 in the Dead Sea Squirrels series:Merle of NazarethA Dusty Donkey DetourJingle Squirrels Read more

Even the most reluctant reader will be drawn into the adventures of Patrick Wigglesworth in this hilarious chapter-book-meets-graphic-novel.Dangerous Dilemmas, the third book in the series, creates familiarity with Bible stories in an easy-to-read format, complete with daily journal entries and drawings. Kids join Patrick as he takes on new challenges as Student Council President. He is reminded of his BBA (Bizarre Bible Adventure) when he meets his tour guides (King David, King Solomon, and Daniel) and is led through biblical events from Psalms to Malachi, observing unexpected leaders having to make hard decisions with tough consequences. Will Patrick handle being in charge or be man-handled by his constituents?Read the book to find out! Read more

Get ready for a charming tale about the clumsy chicken who finds the courage to rise above her challenges and follow her dreams.This delightful book, with its playful rhymes and endearing illustrations, is perfect for little ones ages 3 to 5.You will enjoy:A heartwarming story that teaches children about self-improvement and self-love.Engaging rhymes that will captivate young readers.Playful characters that children will relate to and love.Beautiful illustrations that bring the story to life.This book is:Ideal for both independent reading and family story time.Perfect for encouraging children to embrace their unique qualities and celebrate their strengths.Children will laugh at the antics of the lovable clumsy chicken. They will learn a valuable lesson as she sets out on a journey to prove her worth, and discovers her true potential.With its whimsical illustrations and engaging rhymes, this book is sure to become a beloved addition to your child's bookshelf. Order your copy today and watch as your child falls in love with this endearing story and its lovable protagonist Read more

Join Little Critter® as he learns why it’s important to be kind and treat others as you want to be treated instead of selfishly taking the first turn.Since 1975, Mercer Mayer has been writing and illustrating stories about Little Critter and the antics he stumbles into while growing up. Tommy Nelson is thrilled to bring this beloved brand that humorously portrays social and emotional issues that kids face to the Christian market with faith-based books featuring Little Critter.In You Go First, Litter Critter loves being first?even if it hurts his family and friends. After several mistakes, Little Critter learns that the secret to getting along is treating others the way he wants to be treated?which, in Little Critter’s case, means letting someone else be first.Based on Matthew 7:12, You Go First will teach children ages 2 to 6God’s reminder to “love others as yourself”How our actions and manners affect othersWhat it means to put other’s needs firstYour family will also love and learn from the other Little Critter books in the Inspired Kids series:It’s TrueWe All Need ForgivenessBeing Thankful Read more

Fasten your seat belts and settle in for a road trip adventure with the folks from Odyssey. Whether it’s surfing with Rodney Rathbone in Hawaii, running from a mad bull with Eugene Meltsner in Mexico, or chasing down a family fortune with Wooton Bassett in Alaska, you never know what will happen next! Along the way, the Barclay family learns about family togetherness on their best vacation ever, the Washingtons solve a mystery while stranded in a long-forgotten ghost town, and Bernard Walton discovers a map to an underground river of gold! Don’t miss the on-ramp to more than six hours of nonstop action and character-building fun for the whole family in our Ultimate Road Trip collection! Read more