New Releases by Carol Heyer

More than thirty years after the events of Humphrey’s First Christmas, Humphrey is at the back of a traveling caravan, thinking up ways to become the leader of the pack. As the caravan makes its way to Jerusalem, they witness Jesus entering the city. Humphrey is delighted to see Jesus, now a grown man, and remembers the child to whom he gave his blanket all those years ago in Bethlehem. Beautiful and engaging, this book is a wonderful way to introduce the events of Palm Sunday.

De tre vise menn brakte gaver til det nyfødte Jesubarnet. Her kan man lese hvordan den selvsentrerte kamelen Konrad, som var med og bar gavene til Jesubarnet, opplevde ferden. Konrad syntes gavene var veldig tunge, og reisen til Betlehem fryktelig lang og kald. Billedbok for førskolebarn/småskoletrinnet.

The First Easter tells the story of why Christians celebrate the Easter holiday. The test recounts the events of the last week in Jesus' life, from his triumphant arrival in Jerusalem to his crucuifixion and resurrection.

The story of Jesus telling why we celebrate Easter.

This book is suitable for ages 4-8. We have all heard the story of the three wise men, who brought their gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh to the baby Jesus. But what about the camels who carried them? Here is the imaginative story of Humphrey the camel and his long, cold journey to Bethlehem. In addition to an engaging text and gorgeous, whimsical artwork, this story reminds readers of the importance of Christmas and the true meaning of gift-giving.

This is Reuel's big chance to prove that he can tend sheep just as well as his older brothers. All he has to do is keep a watchful eye on his little flock. But distracted by his brothers' teasing, he looks away just long enough for a little lamb to wander. Following a frantic search, Reuel finds his missing charge . . . and finds himself in the midst of the biggest announcement ever made. The Christ Child has been born, and Reuel is one of the first chosen to hear the news! After racing through the streets of Bethlehem, his misstep becomes a blessing when he encounters the Baby who will one day become the Shepherd of Men. This tale of the first Christmas, told from the viewpoint of a little boy to whom young readers will relate, is illustrated with gorgeous, detailed paintings by Carol Heyer. Her art showcase the sweetness of the child shepherd and the reverence of the story. Here is a book that both entertains and informs without ever straying from the meaning of the holiday.

Enraged at not being invited to the princess' christening, the wicked fairy casts a spell that dooms the princess to sleep for one hundred years.

When Black Beauty is just a young colt, his mother warns him that a horse's life is often difficult. And this strong, handsome horse soon meets with many adventures and all types of people -- some kind and caring, others cruel and indifferent. But no matter what circumstances he encounters, nothing can break Black Beauty's spirit. Discover one of the most moving horse stories of all time in Anna Sewell's beloved novel.

Carol Heyer follows up her very successful first Easter title, The Easter Story, with another beautiful picture book that captures the true meaning of Easter for a young child.

Ages 4 to 9 years. Here is the young Mary, the richly attired Magi, the protective Joseph, and the toughly clad shepherds gathered round the manger that held the Son of God. This is the traditional story, based on the Bible account. Heyer's art, rendered on canvas, imparts to the book the texture of an elegant and classic work of art.

Presents the story of Jesus and Christmas and encourages readers to learn the spiritual meaning of holiday gift-giving.

Recounts the life and adventures of Robin Hood, who, with his band of followers, lived in Sherwood Forest as an outlaw dedicated to fighting tyranny.

King Arthur loses his sword in battle with the Black Knight and receives a new one, Excalibur, from the Lady of the Lake.

Through her great capacity to love, a kind and beautiful maid releases a handsome prince from the spell which has made him an ugly beast.