Nonfiction Chapter

He defended the faith and became Christianity’s first martyr. Stephen lived a life full of faith, performing miracles, boldly telling others about Jesus and even serving with others to help widows in their time of need. Then, his courageous witness was silenced. However, the gospel could not be stopped, as his martyrdom caused the gospel to be pushed outside the city walls of Jerusalem and into the surrounding region.

In this delightful book, teacher and birder Cathryn Sill explains to children what birds are, what they do, and how they live. About Birds is a first thoughtful glimpse into the world of birds, from eggs to nest, from songs to flight. Simple and enlightening, About Birds tells children what is essential for understanding and appreciating birds. An afterword provides further detail for youthful ornithologists and their parents regarding bird identification.

Frank Peretti is the ever-witty character Mr. Henry, telling some of the most popular and beloved stories from the Bible in his own unique style. There are four stories in this audiobook. The stories come alive as children meet characters from the Bible in a fun new way and learn lifelong messages of faith.

Slime. Ice cream. Crayons. Kids come across these things and more in everyday life. Bring familiar and favorite nouns to young learners, and watch their vocabularies grow!

La meditación de atención plena se está volviendo extremadamente popular en todo el mundo. Los beneficios de esta práctica simple están más allá de las medidas: La felicidad, el enfoque, la salud y la regulación emocional es solo la punta del iceberg. Cada vez más personas están adoptando esta práctica en sus vidas y en la vida de sus hijos. Pero, ¿cómo se enseña a los niños a meditar?

This book looks at the rich diversity of clothes around the world. It introduces children to similarities found in clothes in different cultures, and honors differences.

Whether your Brave Girl is girly or sporty, book-smart or heart-smart, the superstar or the shy sweetheart, every little girl is a daughter of God, and this devotional has something for her. Full of inspiring stories and devotions written just for her, the Brave Girls 365-Day Devotional will help your precious girl grow stronger in her faith every day. By walking through this devotional with her new friends Hope, Glory, Honor, Gracie, and Faith, she will develop a deeper understanding of what a relationship with Jesus looks like in her very own life.

When the Depression strikes America, throwing millions out of work, Petey Williamson's family seems safe. Hadn't the boss promised Petey's father that he'd always have a job? But during the Depression, promises cannot always be kept, and Petey finds his family sliding rapidly into poverty. And when Petey's much-admired cousin, Steve, starts working as a union organizer in the battle to improve conditions for workers, poverty turns into tragedy.

A lot happens in a year! As Earth makes one trip around the sun, four seasons come and go. And you get another year older! Find out more in How Long Is a Year?

Top or bottom? Bottom or top? The answer is simple: Opposites rock!

What is golf, and how do you play? Learn all about it!

Elves have been hiding out in popular fairy tales for years. Have you ever wondered what elves look like, where they live, or how they trick people? Listen to this book to find out the truth about elves.

This audiobook describes the development of a rhinoceros from infancy to adulthood, as she grows up in Africa.

Witches have charmed us for years in popular fairy tales. Have you ever wondered what witches look like? What do you think witches use to cast spells? Hop on your broom, and fly through the chapters of this book to find out the truth about witches.

This book uses a selection of fun true or false questions to get listeners thinking all about colors.

This book uses a selection of fun true or false questions to get listeners thinking all about seasons.

Learn about size with this entertaining and informative book about size at the zoo.

This simple and entertaining book introduces listeners to different patterns that can be found at the park.

Families come in all forms and sizes. Who is in your family? Let's share and celebrate what makes each family special!

Welcome to the Bluegrass State! Learn about Kentucky's history, geography, weather, people, and more in this book that's all about our 15th state.