Children's Finalists

The Bible is filled with so many incredible women, and it's time we were introduced to them! Meet Deborah, the only female judge of Israel; Lydia, successful businesswoman and early Christian; Priscilla, skilled tentmaker and determined missionary; and Rahab, quick-thinking, fearless protector of her family. This is only a few of the extraordinary women you can find in the Bible, so let's go and meet even more and learn how to be as amazing as them!

What makes a brave boy of God? . . . Boys, ages 5 and up, will discover the answers in this delightful A to Z devotional! This faith-building devotional joins the Brave Boys lineup of books for the boys in your life. A to Z Devotions for Brave Boys introduces boys to a positive character trait for every letter of the alphabet alongside an inspiring devotional reading. Including topics like Adventurous, Loyal, Kind, Strong, Wise, and twenty-one others, your brave boys will come to understand the importance of each trait and the biblical truths behind them. Every turn of the page highlights a brand-new letter of the alphabet alongside delightful illustration. Scripture quotations are from the easy-to-understand New Life Version!

In Arlo and the Great Big Cover-Up by Betsy Childs Howard and illustrated by Samara Hardy, Arlo knows better than to get out of bed during rest time. And he definitely isn't allowed to draw on the wall. But Arlo does it anyway, and then desperately attempts to cover up his disobedience before his mom finds out. When his efforts fail, Arlo discovers not only the misery that comes from hiding his sin but also the relief that comes through confessing it. With easy-to-understand language and engaging illustrations, children will learn important lessons with Arlo about repentance and the forgiveness found only in Jesus.

Different Like Me by Xochitl Dixon and illustrated by Bonnie Lui will help children ages 3 to 7 discover that being different is okay and that what they have in common is more important than what they don't. With fanciful, full-color illustrations, readers follow a diverse group of children as they work together to help a giant fish balloon toward a surprising and delightful conclusion.'

I Love You to the Stars is a beautiful book that helps children understand the often-scary reality of a grandparent or older friend experiencing dementia. It can be read with an adult, along with the discussion questions included at the end of the book, or pulled from the shelf by little hands whenever they need a reminder that love is always there.

Grandma has come to live with Noah's family, and he couldn't be happier. They put together puzzles, read books, and play with Sunny, Grandma's dog. And she never misses a chance to tell Noah that she loves him "to the stars." But lately Grandma hasn't been the same. She does funny things like lose her shoes in the bathtub, and not so funny things like getting lost and forgetting how to read. Mom explains that Grandma's brain has gotten sick, and it makes her forget things. That means it's their job to remember for her--and to make sure she always knows that she is loved as much as she loves them.