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"Of course, tomorrow would be a hard day, but that could wait. Today should be enjoyed." Life in the military is hard, especially during deployments. It is hard to find happiness and pleasure in normal family celebrations and milestones knowing that one very special person is not there to witness them. Join one military family stationed in Hawaii as they learn that every day is precious while their Dad is deployed. Inspired by her personal experiences, author, Sena Nelson, wanted to tell a story that is familiar to all military families. Set in the beautiful landscape of Hawaii, Today Should Be Enjoyed, reminds us all that we should enjoy every day, even those days when we feel like the world is against us and we miss the ones we love the most.

Meet AnneMarie, a little girl with a big imagination but and even bigger heart for kindness. But like most little girls and boys, AnneMarie struggles to be brave and put herself out there especially after being made fun of at school. Join AnneMarie and her furry friends as they journey to the world of Make-Believe to learn an important lesson in kindness and conquering one's fears. Written by Casey Wiegand, Casey hopes AnneMarie's Make-Believe will inspire readers to be kind to everyone they meet and share their sunshine with the world.

Marvin's Big Blunder Marvin Mole loves experiments. And he's pretty good at performing them, too. But when Marvin's confidence gets the best of him, it's time for some tough love, keen insight and a clever idea to make things right again. Lessons Learned: - Take responsibility for mistakes instead of blaming others. - Pride can blind us to truth and wise decisions. - Honor your father and mother. - Use your God-given talents for others. Scripture Reflection When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom. - Proverbs 11:2

Maggie shifted on her feet and peered around Mikey at the open door. A warm breeze blew into her room from the tunnel beyond the door."I'm not a wimp," she repeated - this time, raising her chin and walking past Mikey toward the door. As she approached closer she heard what sounded like a stampede of hooves, booming down the tunnel.She stepped through the door into the tunnel. Her feet found a stone corridor with trails of sand between its paving stones. Mikey followed and closed the door behind them. The door then vanished and yet again, Maggie was on the other side unsure of where she was or when she was.Join Maggie and Mikey in this second installment of the Virtue Adventures as they join Ancient Rome. After lying to avoid being bullied about her faith, Maggie is filled with guilt when Mikey appears with another mission from God. This time our pair will race in the Colosseum, witness the Great Fire of Rome, hide in the catacombs, and learn how the courage of one martyr can inspire thousands. But will Maggie stand up for what she believes even after witnessing such courage? Or will she lie in order to fit in again?

Why did he have to work late again? I know, I know. He has to work. He has to help "Save America"...During this exciting and spirited tour of our nation's capital, readers are introduced to Braven Young, a ten year old boy who just wants to build paper airplanes with his dad. But his dad is always busy working to "save America" whatever that means. While waiting up to see his dad, Braven falls asleep and dreams about having the time of his life in Washington D.C.. Finally, he is free to do whatever he wants with the National Mall as his playground! But, soon, things start spiraling out of control.As The American Dream of Braven Young races to its imaginative and inspiring conclusion, Braven begins looking for the one person that can help him...his dad. Along the way, Braven visits iconic landmarks, meets famous historic figures as Martin Luther King Jr., Abraham Lincoln, George Washington, and learns that with true freedom comes responsibility.Join Braven on his own journey to save America! And discover how we all have our parts to play in The American Dream of Braven Young.

Molly's Big Day Finally, the big day has arrived - Recital Day - and Molly Mole wants to put on a show to remember. But after a few bad decisions, Molly's Recital Day becomes a day to forget. Until, that is, Mama Mole shares some wisdom and a piece of family history. Lessons Learned: - Taking without permission is stealing. - Honesty is always best. Lying just makes things worse. - Success comes from hard work and humility. - True beauty is found in all of God's creation. Scripture Reflection: If you love me, you will keep my commandments. - John 14:15

In this Christian character-building series, Mikey Mole gets a chance to be one of the "cool" kids. In turn, he denies his real friends, only to feel guilty and learn that being "cool" is not what is important.

"Everyone has been there. The alarm clock goes off and you hit snooze. And then before you know it, you're late. Most people will just skip their morning routine and run out the door. But when you have a family of 10 that's a whole different story ... Hilariously told from the point of view of the baby, Sunday Morning Chaos, lives up to its title by showing the absolute chaos and strength it takes to get a family of 10 ready for church. Witness Mom digging in the dryer looking for twins' clothes again, Dad trying to make breakfast for everyone, and the oldest siblings looking for their brother's inevitably lost shoe. Written by the family-focused influencer, Kristen Schroder (@ourdarlingchaos), a mother of 9 herself, Sunday Morning Chaos is filled with relatable humor while also explaining the importance of preparing for Church"--

Tired of telling your kids to wait? Meet Patience, a little girl who can do anything but wait. If you have a child who struggles with patience, introduce them to Patience. In Growing Up with Patience, a wild little girl named Patience struggles with being impatient about anything and everything! From not waiting for her sunscreen to dry to burning her tongue on scalding hot chocolate and pushing kids down the slide so she can go, Patience simply does not understand why everyone should slow down and wait. Why wait when you can do things now? After ruining her own surprise birthday party, Patience decides to embark on a journey to finally overcome her greatest challenge and learn to trust that God has a time and place for everything. Written by creative force Morgan Dabney (@livingratefully), children of all ages will enjoy and relate to the character of Patience while discovering that patience isn't just about waiting but learning to trust and accept that God knows better than we do.

"We have to save the treasure of Goshen!" After her little brother suffers a serious injury from a sledding accident, Maggie struggles to remain hopeful that everything will be alright. Yet, while Maggie anxiously waits for good news at the hospital, her guardian angel Mikey appears once more with another mission from God. In this adventure, they must travel back to Ancient Egypt to find a hidden treasure in the Israelities' town of Goshen, under the terrorizing rule of Pharoah Ramses II. Follow Maggie as she swims in the Nile, explores a pyramid, solves riddles, and dodges booby traps to make her way to the treasure room! With a story as fun as it is edifying, author B.B. Gallagher illuminates life as an Israelite in Ancient Egypt, delivering a valuable lesson about Hope. Can Maggie find hope during one of Christian history's most challenging and pivotal moments? Find out in this third installment of the Virtue Adventures series.

"Ready to answer His call?" Mikey asked. With all the courage she could muster, Maggie nodded and stepped through the doorway alongside her guardian angel.Maggie Murphy is in big trouble. She hit her little brother back. As many kids would, she thinks it's unfair that she is the one in trouble when she didn't start it. While trapped in timeout, questioning how life could be so unfair, Maggie is visited by her guardian angel, Mikey, who appears to her as a quick-witted ten-year-old boy. They have a mission from God to "save the philosopher." But which one? After Mikey inserts his mysterious keys into her closet door, Maggie is amazed to find an ancient civilization on the other side! Accompany Maggie back to Ancient Greece where she will be chased across the acropolis, attend Socrates' trial, visit Plato's Academy, and learn the most important lesson of her life - the true meaning of justice. Justice on the Acropolis is the first installment of the Virtue Adventures series.

"Tell me, O Muse, of that ingenious hero who travelled far and wide after he had sacked the famous town of Troy..."Ever been lost and want to go home? Join Odysseus as he struggles to return to his family in this epic retelling of the adventures of The Odyssey. Retold for a children's audience, Poetic Primer's The Odyssey, is filled with vibrant illustrations while still maintaining the poetic format of the original work.Together you and your reader can enter the world of Ancient Greece and see how our hero, Odysseus, exemplifies multiple classical virtues as he courageously slays monsters, patiently travels to magical lands, and prudently takes back his home and family. Filled with educational materials and discussion questions, The Odyssey is bound to be you and your child's next favorite epic.

The Journey to Motherhood In this heartfelt poem from blogger and Instagram sensation Sarah Molitor, the creative force behind @modernfarmhousefamily, readers get a glimpse into the journey a mother takes during pregnancy. Inspired by her own pregnancy and filled with humor, I Grew With You vividly illustrates the growing bond between mother and child. Twelve beautiful, month-by-month scenes capture the beauty of childbearing and the miracle of life - from conception to baby's first day at home. Molitor helps show children that, during pregnancy, not only does the baby grow, but the mother grows, as well - emotionally, spiritually, and of course, physically. Rich in diversity, I Grew With You showcases women of all ethnicities, shapes, and sizes as they share in the unifying experience that is pregnancy. Children will be able to read about the sweet, exciting, funny, and take-your-breath-away moments that their own mothers felt while bringing them into the world. I Grew With You is a warm, heartfelt lullaby that reminds the mother and child of the precious road they traveled to meet each other, leaving both with a deepened sense of love and bonding.