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Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary
by Charles W. Draper, Chad Brand, Archie England
The Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary is designed both for those who need information quickly and those who want in-depth treatments of hundreds of topics. Each entry begins with a brief definition of the word followed by more detailed information. Includes 700 full-color graphics and so much more!
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The Photographer
Into War-Torn Afghanistan with Doctors Without Borders
by Emmanuel Guibert
In 1986, Afghanistan was torn apart by a war with the Soviet Union. This graphic novel/photo-journal is a record of one reporter's arduous and dangerous journey through Afghanistan accompanying the Doctors Without Borders. Didier Lefèvre’s photography, paired with the art of Emmanuel Guibert, tells the powerful story of a mission undertaken by men and women dedicated to mending the wounds of war.
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Tintin: Book 7
The Black Island
by Hergé
The Black Island is an exciting and very funny tale of intrigue in which a gang of international forgers leads Tintin to the Scottish town of Kiltoch, where a dreaded beast is rumored to live. Along the way, Tintin is framed and has to dodge the pursuit of his old detective friends Thompson and Thomson. He also meets Dr. Müller, who would return in Land of Black Gold . The Black Island is one of the earlier... (more)
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What Went Wrong
Western Impact and Middle Eastern Response
by Bernard Lewis
For centuries, the world of Islam was in the forefront of human achievement -- the foremost military and economic power in the world, the leader in the arts and sciences of civilization. Christian Europe was seen as an outer darkness of barbarism and unbelief from which there was nothing to learn or to fear. And then everything changed. The West won victory after victory, first on the battlefield and then in the... (more)
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Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451
The Authorized Adaptation
by Tim Hamilton
“Monday burn Millay, Wednesday Whitman, Friday Faulkner, burn ’em to ashes, then burn the ashes.” For Guy Montag, a career fireman for whom kerosene is perfume, this is not just an official slogan. It is a mantra, a duty, a way of life in a tightly monitored world where thinking is dangerous and books are forbidden. In 1953, Ray Bradbury envisioned one of the world’s most unforgettable dystopian futures, and... (more)
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My First 100 Words (Sign Language) (Sign Language)
by Michiyo Nelson
Featuring cool computer-generated illustrations and a simple kid-friendly design, this reference book for the youngest readers makes learning sign language fun and easy! Learn 100 basic signs for everyday use in helpful categories, such as Food, Colors, Animals, In the Classroom, and more! Also included are instructions on how to fingerspell the entire alphabet and numbers. For quick reference, this book also... (more)
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Grandfather's Journey
by Allen Say
Through compelling reminiscences of his grandfather's life in America and Japan, Allen Say gives us a poignant account of a family's unique cross-cultural experience. He warmly conveys his own love for his two countries, and the strong and constant desire to be in both places at once.
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How To Be a Man: A Book for Boys, Containing Useful Hints of the Formation of Character
by Harvey Newcomb
This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts - the books may have occasional errors that do not impede the reading experience. We believe this work is culturally important and have elected to bring the book back... (more)
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Manga Bible: Book 7
Death, Resurrection, and the Great Commission (Manga Bible)
Vol. 7
by Young Shin Lee
In Manga Bible Volume Seven, we continue our adaptation of the Gospel accounts of Jesus and move into the Book of Acts. We will follow Jesus from his triumphant entry into Jerusalem to his granting the Great Commission to his followers. We will then witness the days of the early church through the adventures of Peter and Paul.
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Searching for Everardo: A Story of Love, War, and the CIA in Guatemala
by Jennifer Harbury
Harvard-educated attorney Jennifer Harbury went to Guatemala to help refugees, and found herself drawn into a political drama that would test her beliefs, courage, and moral strength. She fell in love and married Efrain Bamaca Velasquez, better known as Commander Everardo, a Mayan Indian resistance leader. Soon after, he vanished in combat. This is the story of Harbury's search for Everardo, one that grew into an... (more)
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A Cry in the Night
by Mary Higgins Clark
When Jenny MacPartland meets the man of her dreams while working in a New York art gallery, she's ecstatic. Painter Erich Krueger -- whose exquisite landscapes are making him a huge success -- is handsome, sensitive...and utterly in love with her. They marry quickly and Jenny plans a loving home on Erich's vast Minnesota farm. But lonely days and eerie nights strain her nerves to the breaking point and test her... (more)
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Teaching True Love to a Sex-at-13 Generation
by Eric Ludy
No parent wants to admit that their child—even their well-educated, well-grounded, Christian child—could be having consensual sex before graduating middle school. Promise rings, parental contracts and disease warnings provide but meager defense against a culture overrun with weapons of mass seduction. While many factors contributing to the misguided messages received by children stand outside the realm of... (more)
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Let's Read and Find Out Science
The Planets in Our Solar System
by Franklyn Mansfield Branley
You live on Earth, so you already know a lot about it. But do you know about its place in out solar system? For instance, it's not the largest planet. If Jupiter were a hallow ball, 1,000 Earths would fit inside it. And did you know our planet Earth takes 365 days to go around the sun, while the planet Pluto takes 248 years? This simple text by Franklyn M. Branely introduces the nine planets in our solar system... (more)
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Guerrilla Learning
How to Give Your Kids a Real Education With or Without School
by Grace Llewellyn
GUERRILLA LEARNING IS CREATING A HOME ENVIRONMENT THAT FILLS YOUR CHILD WITH THE JOY OF LEARNING Let your daughter read her library books instead of finishing her homework . Ask your eleven-year-old’s beloved third grade teacher to comment on his poetry. Invite a massage therapist to dinner because your daughter wants to go to massage school instead of college. Give your child the freedom to pursue his... (more)
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Williamson Little Hands Series
Alphabet Art: With A-Z Animal Art & Fingerplays (Williamson Little Hands Series)
by Judy Press
With Alphabet Art the alphabet is fun for even the most reluctant learner. Over 80 imaginative ABC experiences are within these pages, making an alphabet zoo, alphabet puzzles, picture hunts, color relays, and silly poems.
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365 Manners Kids Should Know
Games, Activities, and Other Fun Ways to Help Children Learn Etiquette
by Sheryl Eberly
Have you ever cringed at the sight of your four-year-old waltzing through the neighbor’s front door without an invitation? Have you ever had to call to apologize when your six-year-old forgot to thank his grandmother for the birthday gift she so lovingly sent? How about the formal dinner for Dad’s promotion when your ten-year-old decided that she didn’t like the meal she’d ordered, and then refused to eat a... (more)
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Jesus, Life Coach: Learn from the Best
by Laurie Beth Jones
There was a time when only athletes had coaches. Now, everyone from CEOs to at-risk youth are being "coached." The International Coaching Federation-which began with only a handful of people-now boasts membership of over 5,000, and currently more than 150,000 people call themselves "Life Coaches." The benefits of coaching have been well documented, but having the right coach is critical. Jesus had only three... (more)
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The Merchant of Venice
by William Shakespeare
The Merchant of Venice is a tragic comedy by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written between 1596 and 1598. Though classified as a comedy in the First Folio and sharing certain aspects with Shakespeare's other romantic comedies, the play is perhaps most remembered for its dramatic scenes, and is best known for Shylock and the famous 'Hath not a Jew eyes' speech.The title character is the... (more)
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God Loves Me Storybooks: Book 7
Count the Stars!: The Story of God's Promise to Abraham and Sarah (God Loves Me, Bk 7)
by Patricia L. Nederveld
Retells the story of how Abraham and his wife Sarah trusted that God would always care for them.
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Tell Them Who I Am
The Lives of Homeless Women
by Elliot Liebow
he observes them, creating portraits that are intimate and objective, while breaking down stereotypes and dehumanizing labels often used to describe the homeless. Liebow writes about their daily habits, constant struggles, their humor, compassion and strength. National syndicated radio interview.

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