Plume

Ages 3 to 7

In this lovely book, young readers are introduced to a variety of beautiful birds, from the familiar chicken to the exotic ibis. But lurking in the background of every page is a cat, who also seems very interested in the birds.

With its funny illustrations and engaging concepts, this clever counting book will invite readers to linger over every page.

The Secret Cat

Ages 4 to 8

An imaginative book for anyone who’s ever wanted a pet

Lucy wants a pet more than anything, even though her mom always says no. But one night, Lucy hears a scratching sound from behind her wallpaper, and a ghostly cat named Silvring appears. Silvring takes Lucy on an adventure and introduces her to a world filled with secret pets just like hers. Not all the secret pets are as friendly as Silvring, though.

Filled with magical realism, this beautiful book will resonate with animal lovers of all ages.

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The Watcher

Ages 6 to 10

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Paul Writes (a Letter)

Ages 6 & Up

A charming introduction to Saint Paul and his epistles

Caldecott Medal-winner Chris Raschka breathes new life into the letters of Paul the Apostle with this inviting book. Each sumptuous page distills the main themes of Paul’s epistles into approachable, appealing language. Chris Raschka expertly depicts Paul’s sincerity and compassion, sadness and pain, giving readers a true sense of who Paul really was.

Paul Writes (a Letter) celebrates how one of the most beloved biblical figures changed the world through the written word.

• Publishers Weekly starred review
• Booklist starred review
• Booklist Top Ten Religion and Spirituality Books

Purchase Paul Writes (a Letter) at Amazon, Christianbook.com, Eerdmans, or your local  bookstore.

Sweet Dreamers

Ages 4 to 8

A gorgeous bedtime book from an award-winning creator

From the celebrated creator of Plume and The Blue Hour comes another enchanting animal book. Countless cozy animals are settling in for the night, but they all sleep in different ways. A bat dreams upside down, a hedgehog snuggles into a pile of leaves, and a humpback whale spins in its sleep like a ballerina.

With its poetic language and lush illustrations, Sweet Dreamers will dazzle young readers as they drift off to sleep themselves.

• Kirkus Reviews starred review
• School Library Journal starred review
• Shelf Awareness starred review
• Publishers Weekly starred reviews

Purchase Sweet Dreamers at Amazon, Christianbook.com, Eerdmans, or your local  bookstore.

A Story Like the Wind

Ages 9 to 14

A masterful story about the power of hope

Rami is in a small dinghy filled with strangers, all of them refugees seeking a safe harbor. But with no motor, no oars, and a rising tide, their situation looks bleak. So Rami pulls out the only thing he brought with him—a violin—and begins to tell his fellow refugees a story through his music. And his story, about an indomitable white stallion and its struggle for freedom, gives them all the strength to remember the past and hope for the future.

A Story Like the Wind is a beautifully illustrated fable that shows how music and stories can bring people together. Readers of all ages will be entranced by this sweeping story that feels both new and timeless.

• 2019 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People
• New York Journal of Books Notable Children’s Books
• 2019 USBBY Outstanding International Books
• Kirkus Reviews starred review
• Foreword Reviews starred review
• School Library Journal starred review

The Second Sky

Ages 4 to 8

An inspiring story about finding your true element

Ever since he first hatched, Gilbert has wanted to fly. But with his big, clumsy feet and small, fluffy wings, learning to fly is a bigger challenge than Gilbert anticipated. His fellow penguins tell him to give up, but Gilbert is sure that if he keeps trying, he’ll be able to soar…

Young readers will fall in love with this sweet, motivating story about overcoming obstacles and discovering your hidden talents.

Rain

Ages 4 to 8

A poetry collection celebrating the wonders of the natural world

This haiku collection will enchant both nature lovers and budding poets. The spare, lyrical text describes a series of short vignettes, each of them taking place in a different kind of rain, from thunderstorms to falling flower petals. The poems—some serious, some gently humorous—depict scenes from all over the globe: a horse struggling to plow a field, a father changing a tire while his children play, and two friends making up after a fight.

With its majestic artwork, this introduction to a classic poetic form will inspire readers to write their own haiku as they experience the amazing world around them.

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Purchase Rain at Amazon, Christianbook.com,Eerdmans, or your local  bookstore.

Hidden City

Ages 4 to 8

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Purchase Hidden City at Amazon, Christianbook.com,Eerdmans, or your local  bookstore.

The Little Barbarian

Ages 4 to 8

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Purchase The Little Barbarian at Amazon, Christianbook.com,Eerdmans, or your local  bookstore.