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Have you ever wanted to walk through the sea on dry land, face down a giant with only a slingshot, or spend a night sleeping safely beside lions? Journey through the Bible's most exciting adventures in "A Shield of Faith." This collection of 20 timeless stories brings the world of the Bible to life like never before. Feel the salty spray of the Red Sea, smell the fresh-cut wood of Noah's ark, and hear the mighty shout that brought down the walls of Jericho.

In the heart of the enchanting Mistwood, where sunbeams feel like sticky honey and mushrooms glow with a mysterious light, live two tiny pixies named Pip and Puddle. For them, a day isn't complete without a little bit of meddling. From swapping a grumpy badger's breakfast berries to painting an entire field of mushrooms a brilliant, shocking blue, their pranks fill the ancient forest with chaos and giggles. But when one of their tricks goes too far, the laughter in Mistwood stops, and real tears are shed. The harmony of their magical home is broken.

The Cheerful Giver is a collection of stories designed to guide children on an unforgettable journey into the joy of a generous heart. Meet Leo, who sits in a room full of toys yet feels a strange emptiness, and follow along as he discovers the world's most wonderful secret. Travel back in time to meet a woman who gives her last two coins, a boy whose small lunch feeds thousands, and a Samaritan who stops to help a stranger on a dusty road. Then, return to the modern day to see how a simple song, a shared cookie, or a helping hand can create ripples of kindness that change everything.

Join eight-year-old Captain Eva and her trusty robotic co-pilot, Bolt, on a thrilling adventure across the cosmos! When the fearsome Nebula Pirates steal her grandfather's precious Starlight Compass, Eva embarks on an epic chase through the galaxy to get it back. From navigating glittering asteroid fields and outsmarting traps in shimmering crystal caves to facing the cunning Captain Void himself, Eva must use all her wits to reclaim her treasure and prove that the biggest heroes can come in the smallest packages.

Journey back in time with a curious boy named Samuel to the bustling, noisy streets of Jerusalem. Smell the warm bread and fragrant spices as you meet two very different kinds of teachers. There are the Pharisees, with their fancy robes and loud, proud prayers. And then there is Jesus, whose voice is gentle and whose message is filled with love.

Step back in time to a land parched by a terrible drought, where a powerful queen and a confused people have forgotten the one true God. In this thrilling adventure, meet Elijah, a courageous prophet who stands alone against 450 false prophets in an epic showdown on Mount Carmel. Through the rustle of dry leaves, the roar of a mighty wind, and the flash of a divine fire, children will be captivated by this timeless Bible story. They'll witness the jaw-dropping moment the fire falls from heaven, consuming not just the sacrifice but also the stones and the water.

Step inside the greatest story ever told—a world of wonder, adventure, and miracles. Journey back to the very beginning in a perfect garden, sail on a giant ark under a rainbow-filled sky, and watch as the walls of a great city tumble down with a shout! In this book, you'll meet brave heroes like a shepherd boy who faces a giant, a queen who saves her people, and a man whose friendship with God keeps him safe even in a den of lions.

Join Romeo, a young astronaut-in-training, on a cosmic adventure like no other. While on a routine mission aboard his spaceship, the Stardust Skimmer, Romeo discovers a peculiar "tin can" with a very big problem. It's not a tin can at all—it’s a wobbly spaceship, and inside is a little green alien named Zorp. Zorp is on a mission to save his home planet, Zorponia. The mischievous space pirate Captain Vortex has stolen all of the planet’s power source: the glimmering Sparkle-Stones.

Did you know there's a superpower hidden right inside your own mouth? Join a curious and kind-hearted boy named James as he embarks on an unforgettable adventure at the Friendly Forest Festival—an adventure that will teach him about the most powerful magic of all: the words we speak. Through a series of captivating stories, James discovers that his tongue is like a tiny rudder steering a giant ship, a small spark that can start a big fire, and a fountain that can pour out sweet or salty water.

When a young alien named Zorp crash-lands his toaster-shaped spaceship in a bed of petunias, his mission is simple: observe the strange, chaotic creatures called "humans" and determine if they're a threat to the galaxy. Disguised as a fourth-grader named "Zack," he must navigate the bewildering world of dodgeball, pizza, and soggy sandwiches. But keeping his four arms and pop-out antenna a secret is harder than he thought, especially with a super-smart and suspicious classmate named Maya watching his every move.

One minute, twelve-year-old Jax is dreaming of Earth. The next, his world is literally turned upside down. Aboard the Starship Wanderer, a sudden, violent lurch throws the entire vessel into chaos. The gravity is gone. Breakfast floats to the ceiling, alarms blare, and every step is a leap into the unknown. While the crew scrambles to fix what they believe is a simple malfunction, Jax discovers a chilling, greasy message scrawled in the starlight on an observation window: GRAVITY IS A TOY.

In the secluded village of Greenwood, the spirits of the ancestors are more than just legends—they are silent, shimmering guardians who protect the living. Ten-year-old Smith has always known this, feeling their comforting presence in the whispers on the cobblestones. But when a skeptical new family moves into the old mill, their daughter Maya’s disbelief begins to poison the village's ancient magic, causing the ghostly protectors to fade and a malevolent darkness to stir in the nearby woods.

Step into a world where stories breathe and pages whisper secrets. Ten-year-old Latoya, a girl who feels more at home in books than in her own life, stumbles upon a magical library unlike any other. Here, atlases murmur the names of forgotten lands, cookbooks weep for a long-lost baker, and spellbooks grumble with forgotten spells. But this wondrous library is fading, its magic dimming with every forgotten tale. Follow Latoya on a whimsical and heartfelt adventure as she journeys through the pages of twenty living books, each with a unique problem only she can solve.

In the peaceful village of Silverbrook, young inventor JACK spends his days tinkering in a secret workshop, surrounded by gears and gadgets. But his quiet world is shattered when a strange, metallic rumbling echoes through the valley. Soon, massive Iron Golems emerge from the forest, their heavy footsteps shaking the very ground. With his village under attack, Jack must lead his friends on a perilous journey through glowing caves and across a churning river to find the source of the golems' power.

Journey back in time with Balthazar, Melchior, and Gaspar, three brilliant scholars from the East who spot a mysterious new star in the night sky. Convinced it's a sign foretelling the birth of a great King, they embark on an epic adventure across vast deserts and bustling cities, carrying treasures of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Guided only by the star's brilliant light, they must navigate a long and dangerous path, outwit a jealous king, and follow their faith to a humble stable in Bethlehem.

In a world where music holds magic, a curious girl named Sara discovers a mystical harp with strings made of moonlight. But when a shadowy creature steals its melody, the world begins to lose its joy and color. To save her home, Sara must journey into the forgotten lands of Everlost, following the faint, beautiful echo of her stolen song. Along the way, she'll meet a wise Weaver of Dreams, a slumbering Gryphon, and a tiny Clockwork Nightingale, all of whom hold clues to finding her music.

The Dark Matter Detective is a thrilling sci-fi adventure series that follows the brilliant and courageous Detective Nova and her witty robotic sidekick, Gizmo. Together, they solve cosmic capers and unravel galactic mysteries that threaten the very fabric of the universe. From missing stars to rogue black holes, they race against time to outwit cosmic pirates, thwart a brilliant but deranged scientist, and protect the cosmos from its greatest threat.

Imagine having the entire world as your playground, but no one to share it with. For ten-year-old Leo, that's just life. As the very last human on a quiet and empty Earth, his only friend is a quirky, self-made robot named Bolt. His days are spent exploring silent, skyscraper-filled cities where the only sound is the echo of his own footsteps. But everything changes on his tenth birthday when he discovers something impossible: a single, mysterious green sprout pushing its way through the cold, grey concrete.

Some maps show you the way. Others whisper secrets. For ten-year-old Collins, a rainy afternoon exploring his grandpa’s dusty attic leads to the discovery of a lifetime: a brittle, rolled-up parchment that hums with ancient magic. It's a map to a place whispered about only in legends—the Forbidden Temple of Tikal. Armed with his grandfather’s thrilling stories of a mythical Sunstone and a mischievous temple guardian, Collins plunges headfirst into the lush, wild heart of the Guatemalan jungle. He soon learns that the jungle itself is a maze of wonders and peril.

For siblings Zino and Pip, adventure begins in a dusty attic with a map stitched from pure moonlight. The shimmering chart doesn't lead to lost treasure, but to a place that shouldn't exist: the legendary Island of Impossible Odds. After a strange and sudden shipwreck, they find themselves in a land that defies all logic. It's a world where rivers flow uphill, forests are made of glass, and breakfast is served by bubble-blowing birds.