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Matchstick
Author: Andrew Cocco
ISBN: 1594676844
Reviewer: Drew
In his enlightening novel, Matchstick, Andrew Cocco reminds us all "never to be afraid to do the right thing." When sixth grader Larry Taylor moves to a new town and a new school after his parents' bankruptcy,he faces the challenge of fitting in and the students at Amos Landing School are not very accepting.
In an attempt to win over his classmates, Larry offers to sing the traditional Christmas Solo at the sixth grade Christmas pageant. Larry's decision, instead of making friends, alienated him from his classmates and marked him as an even bigger target for the school bullies who pressure him to back out of the solo.
Now Larry must decide to do what is right even if it is hardest path to take. Andrew Cocco inspires readers with this insightful novel. Matchstick is a must read for kids, their parents, and teachers.
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It Couldn't Just Happen
Author: Lawrence O. Richards
ISBN: 0849935830
Reviewer: Sam Cantrell
This interesting book explains the problem with the theory of evolution. It explains what evolutionists believe, then tells what's wrong with these beliefs, using scientific evidence to back up what the Bible says.
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Granny Han's Breakfast
Author: Shelia Groves
ISBN: 9971972336
Reviewer: Ateluk Arechy
This story is exciting because someone stole Granny Han's money, and she didn't know what to do. She prayed and God answered her prayers. God gave her more than what she needed. I like this book because it's like a mystery.
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Hero Tales
Author: Dave & Neta Jackson
ISBN: 1556617127
Reviewer: Likira Arechy
This book is about famous Christians who preached to people in foreign countries and their own countries. Things happened to them, but they didn't give up. Not everybody wanted to listen to what they had to say, but eventually some people did. Some of the Christians almost got killed while they were telling people about Jesus. I liked this book because it helps me learn about different Christians in the past.
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Hey, That's Not What the Bible Says!
Author: Bill Ross
ISBN: 0849959225
Reviewer: Amelia Arechy
I like this book, because it has silly pictures. It has lots of Bible stories like Adam and Eve and Noah's Ark. Funny things happen in the stories. In one story, Goliath asks David for his autograph, but then the author fixes it and tells it the right way.
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Let's Talk About Heaven
Author: Debby Anderson
ISBN: 0781430771
Reviewer: Lori Arechy
This book is a wonderful way to introduce children to God's Heaven. The topics covered include: Who is going to be in Heaven; What will I be like in Heaven; What will Heaven be like, and What will we do in Heaven. The pictures are simple and fun to look at. I have used this book in Sunday school with great success. It seems to really get the kids’ imaginations going, and has produced some lively discussions. I have also found this book very helpful when discussing death with children. Recommended for kids ages 4-7.
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The Candy Maker's Gift - The Inspirational Legend of the Candy Cane
Author: David and Helen Haidle
ISBN: 1562921509
Reviewer: Staff Children
A candymaker is trying to make a special gift for his granddaughter, Katie. He makes a candy cane and tells her about how each part represents something special about Jesus. The red is for His blood and the white is for His holiness. That is just two of them. You should read this book.
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The Greatest Gift
Author: Melody Carlson
ISBN: 1576731901
Reviewer: Staff Children
Grace is an angel who is sad that the Son is leaving heaven to go down to Earth. Then, Grace says she will take a special job - to be a special star to welcome the Son to earth. Her wings get dusty and she doesn’t look as beautiful any more.
The story takes and interested twist after Christmas when Grace falls to earth and becomes a rock. She gets to witness another miracle in a garden. Definately worth reading.
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Jacob's Gift
Author: Max Lucado
ISBN: 084995830X
Reviewer: Staff
This ia a wonderful story about a boy who is a carpenter's apprentice at the time Jesus was to be born on earth. Rabbi Simeon announces that whoever builds the best project will get to work with him on the new synagogue.
Jacob works day and night, and is still working the night before they are to present their projects.
Suddenly, a bright light appears and Jacob must choose between winning the contest and giving a new baby a place to sleep.
Read this book to find out the conclusion to his dilemna.
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The Crippled Lamb
Author: Max Lucado
ISBN: 0849910056
Reviewer: Staff Children
This story is about a lamb named Joshua who has a best friend named Abigail. Abigail is a cow. Abigail represents Jesus and the crippled lamb is like our life. The other lambs were making fun of Josh, but Abigail leads him to a special stable where he gets to see Jesus be born.
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The Christmas Cross
Author: Max Lucado
ISBN: 0849915465
Reviewer: Staff
This is one of those books that gives you a warm, fuzzy, shivery feeling all over.
A mysterious photograph shows up in the mailbox of a man in Chicago. It is postmarked from the town he was born and adopted from 40 years previous.
What he uncovers about a man's drinking problem, a hand-carved nativity scene and forgiveness is amazing. Special pockets in the book accentuate its uniqueness.
This is a picture book for adults and one you shouldn't miss.
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Bible Search and See - Stories of Jesus
Author: Stephanie Jeffs and Roger Fereday
ISBN: 0806637153
Reviewer: Joshua Hancock
This book is good because you find different pictures on one page of the book. And the stories are on the other side of the page. There are good color pictures about when Jesus was alive on earth.
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Chelsea and the Outrageous Phone Bill
Author: Hilda Stahl
ISBN: 0891076573
Reviewer: Traci Monk
This book is about a girl named Chelsea who is forced to move away from her best friend, Sid. Once she moves, she misses Sid so much that she decides to call her. She knows she shouldn't call long distance, but having a phone in her bedroom is just too tempting. Pretty soon she racks up a HUGE phone bill. My favorite part is how she solves the problem. I really loved this book, and I hope that if you read it, you like it too!
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The Beginner's Bible
Author: Karyn Henley
ISBN: 0310926106
Reviewer: Karen Barrett
This compilation of stories written for early readers includes 95 Bible stories. You will find, as we did, that all your children's favorites are here: Baby Moses, David and Goliath, Jonah and the whale, the birth of Jesus, and so many more. I liked the fact that the Bible reference for each lesson is given on the first page of each story. This book has a simple style and vocabulary level appropriate for beginning readers, and there are simple, colorful illustrations throughout the book. I found it a great way for our daughter to gain reading experience while reinforcing basic Biblical concepts.
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The Beginner's Devotional
Author: Stephen T. Barclift
ISBN: 0945564287
Reviewer: Karen Barrett
This devotional book for children contains 52 units, divided into 13 weekly selections for each of the four seasons. Each unit contains a story for today, overview questions, a paragraph relating it to a familiar Biblical story, a Bible verse, a simple prayer, and fun activities that go with the theme of the story. This is a great resource for family devotional times with young children; it would also work well as a personal devotional for a young reader. I especially liked the inclusion of an index at the back of the book listing the topics and stories covered--this made it easy to locate an appropriate story or unit when dealing with a particular issue with your child. I would highly recommend this as a resource for parents of young children.
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Fear Not! A Story of Hope (From the Touched by an Angel Series)
Author: Monica Hall
ISBN: 0849958008
Reviewer: Nicole Hancock
This is a five-star story about Serena and Joey. Serena is supposed to be the Christmas angel in the church play, but Serena is really sick.
Joey is her best, best friend. Serena tells Joey he will have to be the Christmas angel. Joey doesn't think he can do it because he is afraid of the dark.
A miracle happens at the Christmas play. Read this book to find out more about the miracle. I really like this book; it is one of my favorites.
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