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Lanie Freeman had to grow up fast. Her mother died when she was just fourteen and now her father is in prison. The oldest of five children, seventeen-year-old Lanie has transformed into a surrogate mother ... and a beautiful young woman. Not only must she keep her family together, but lately she has drawn the attention of Roger Langley, son of the richest man in town. Tensions run deep between the Freemans and the Langleys. And on top of it all, Louise...

Lanie took out her journal and dated it April 12, 1928. She started the habit of writing down everything that happened to her when she was no more than eight years old, and now she had six journals completely full. She thought about the prize at school, almost prayed to win, but somehow she could not. 'God,' she finally said, 'I'll do my best, and if you'll help me, that's all I ask.' Fourteen-year-old Lanie Belle Freeman of Fairhope, Arkansas, has...

Read or sing along with your little one's favorite song! Jesus Loves the Little Children pairs adorable illustrations by Elina Ellis with the lyrics of the beloved children's song. This newest board book in the popular Sing-Along series also features a padded cover perfect for little hands, music notes and lyrics on the final page, and interactive content that's sure to delight children and parents alike. Jesus loves the little children, all the children...

Read the story. Then sing the story! It isn't a secret that using songs to teach children pre-reading skills is fun and successful. This classic song is featured as a read-along and a sing-along. Join the farmer in the dell as he takes his wife, and his wife takes the child and so on… until the cheese stands alone! Young readers will enjoy this classic rhyme, complete with repetitive text and adorable illustrations. The fun Sing A Story series includes:...

As night draws near, mom and baby share precious moments during bath time and bedtime. "Up the stairs and in the bath I'll wash those little toes. Tickle your tummy as you splash, then, I'll kiss your sweet, wet nose." Bedtime is a special time for bonding and saying, "I love you." Gentle illustrations and rhyming text will make this a favorite for young children. This book is the perfect way to end a busy day. Titles in the Bedtime Series include:...

Jago and Sally Lloyd-Jones, the creators of the bestselling Jesus Storybook Bible, present gorgeous, simple-yet-profound thoughts on faith. Thoughts to Make Your Heart Sing uses a conversational tone paired perfectly with the illustrations to look at profound spiritual truths-drawing insights from creation, history, science, the writings of great thinkers and preachers and writers, and more-to turn the reader's eyes toward the God who loves them with...

With the busyness of Christmas time, it's essential to remember the true meaning of Christmas-that Jesus was born for you. This precious, adorably-illustrated book will remind young readers that, while all of the Christmas activities are exciting and fun, Jesus is the reason we celebrate. He's the best thing about Christmas! "The best thing about Christmas is that Jesus was born for me. For God had sent us a Savior to set the captives free. The best...

Read the story. Then sing the story! It isn't a secret that using songs to teach children pre-reading skills is fun and successful. This classic song is featured as a read-along and a sing-along. And learning rhyming words has never been more fun! 'Have you ever seen a snake baking a cake down by the bay?' 'Have you ever seen a mouse painting his house down by the bay?' 'Have you ever seen a pig doing a jig down by the bay?' Fun illustrations, rhyming...

Read the story. Then sing the story! It isn't a secret that using songs to teach children pre-reading skills is fun and successful. This original song is featured as a read-along and a sing-along. What happens when five little skunks go on a picnic one fine day? Repetitive words encourage young readers to count from five down to one as the skunks keep disappearing. No worries, as all of the skunks appear again and they continue to have fun at the...