New Releases by Susan Collins Thoms

May the Faith Be with You: Bedtime Prayers is filled with colorful, space-themed art and fifteen simple prayers for children to read with their parents at bedtime or anytime. With a fun intergalactic space theme, May the Faith Be with You features: Easy to read text for children ages 0 to 4 Poetic prayers on each page with a short Scripture verse Vivid art and colorful pages This book is a fun way to celebrate May the 4th, or as a gift for birthdays, baptisms, Valentine’s Day, Easter, or during the holidays.

A child's first communion is a special day, and this keepsake book for both girls and boys celebrates that milestone. Inside, children can write down details of the event--including the date, the way they felt, the clothes they wore, and the blessings in their life--and post photos of their church, family, and guests. The beautifully decorated pages also feature bible quotes and prayers.

"Take a fun holiday trip to Michigan! As each of the twelve days of Christmas pass, very unusual gifts from around the state pile up"--

What happens when you disobey God? When God orders Jonah to preach to the wicked people of Ninevah, Jonah decides to sail far away instead. As punishment, God batters his ship with a terrible storm. Jonah asks his shipmates to throw him overboardwhere a big fish swallows him up. An elegantly written and beautifully illustrated version of the timeless biblical story--

"One of the most popular and child-friendly Bible stories gets a lush, whimsical, and inviting treatment by artist Naoko Stoop. Stoop painted her jewel-toned illustrations entirely on planks of wood specifically handpicked for their unique character. Her charming pictures capture the sweet spirit of the animals on the ark, as well as Noah's gentle stewardship. This is truly a gorgeous book for parents and children to share--and a favorite they will want to read again and again"--Provided by publisher.

While the children of Pinebrook Elementary School are on vacation, Cesar, the classroom iguana, decides to take his own spring break, during which he discovers the other school pets exploring all the wonders the school has to offer, from the music room to the cafeteria. Includes facts about green iguanas.