Eric Liddell (1902-1945) stunned the world by refusing to run his Olympic race on a Sunday, a day he believed was for honoring God. Many people thought he was a fool, but Eric believed God's promise. "He who honors me, I will honor" - and God kept His promise. From winning Olympic gold to leaving his fame behind to go to China as a missionary, Eric put God in first place.
"Whether reading for themselves or being read to, children will love the captivating stories, language, and art of these unforgettable picture books. Families will want to collect the whole series! Nate Saint (1923-1956) flew his plane over the jungles of Ecuador, helping missionaries reach isolated Indians with God's great love.
Gladys Aylward (1902-1970) had trusted God when she traveled all alone from England to the far-off land of China. That same trust enabled her to lead nearly one hundred Chinese orphans on another daring journey, looking for safe homes away from the war in their village. The journey was hard, but God helped Gladys and the children every step of the way.
Hungry, cold, and discouraged in the battle against the mighty empire of Great Britain, America's patriots were led on to victory by General George Washington (1732-1799). When the War of Independence was won at last, a new land of liberty required a new kind of leadership. The people of the United States of America chose their hero, George Washington to be their first president. George accepted, and he led the young nation not as a king but as a servant who willingly gave up his power when his service done. For this remarkable act, even Great Britain's king said, "George is the greatest character of this entire age."Whether reading for themselves or being read to, children love the captivating rhyming poems and unforgettable color illustrations of the Heroes of History for Young Readers series. Pages: 32 (hardcover, fully illustrated)Ages: 5-10
Born into slavery, George Washington Carver found freedom in learning everything he could about the world around him. In fact, as a boy George had so many questions that he set out from home alone to get an education. Overcoming poverty and prejudice, he would grow up to be one of the best scientists in the nation. George believed that God had a purpose for everything He created, including the peanut--purposes he discovered through brilliant experiments. George's discoveries would help thousands of farmers escape poverty, a perfect reward for a man who simply wanted to use his creativity and knowledge to help others.Whether reading for themselves or being read to, children love the captivating rhyming poems and unforgettable color illustrations of the Heroes of History for Young Readers series.Pages: 32 (hardcover, fully illustrated)Ages: 5-10
When President Thomas Jefferson chose Meriwether Lewis (1774-1809) to lead a group of explorers on a daring journey across the whole American continent, Lewis agreed -- as long as he could ask his good friend William Clark to be his co-leader. With the help of many Native American tribes, the explorers overcame great obstacles to reach the vast Pacific Ocean. From the river highways of the Missouri and Mississippi, to the grassy Great Plains full of buffalo, to the steep Rocky Mountains, to the dangerous rapids of the Columbia, the journey of Lewis and his friend Clark was one great American adventure. Whether reading for themselves or being read to, children love the captivating rhyming poems and unforgettable color illustrations of the Heroes of History for Young Readers series.Pages: 32 (hardcover, fully illustrated)Ages: 5-10
Whether reading for themselves or being read to, children will love the captivating stories, language, and art of these unforgettable picture books. Families will want to collect the whole series Amy Carmichael (1867-1951) rescued hundreds of women and children, first in Irish slums and then in India, by fearing God and nothing else.
Written by the dad, mom and children, the reader benefits from the unique perspective of not only what it is like to attempt to raise godly children, but also what it is to be raised with the goal of being godly. By applying the principles found in this book, you will be able to help your children to: Grow in their intimacy with God, Exceed levels of expectation, be their best, Discover God's special purpose for their lives, Believe in themselves, Have joy through difficulties, Serve according to their Spiritual Gifts, Pray and read their Bible daily, Trust God, Watch less and better television, Forgive always and reconcile when possible, Eat more balanced meals, Be gracious, Work harder and do their chores, Observe all promises, Honor their parents, Argue less, Choose their friends more carefully, Better handle peer pressure, Not be bullied, Increase their financial responsibility, Fulfill the Great Commission, Develop to their MAXimum POtential.