Best Selling Books by Carolyn Larsen

Stories to Encourage Positive Behavior in Small Children The preschool and kindergarten years are some of the most important formative years of a person''s life. Habits and attitudes developed during these crucial years affect a child for the rest of his or her life. These years are also a challenging time for parents as their children test boundaries (and patience). How parents and children respond makes all the difference in the world. The Growing God''s Kids series is designed to help young children understand their feelings, develop godly ways to deal with temptations, and form positive attitudes and behaviors that will serve them well in the future. In Playing Fair, parents and children discover why playing fair is important.

This adorable prayer book for 3-6-year-olds will make youngsters realize that they can talk to God about anything at any time. PRAYERS FOR LITTLE BOYS includes prayers on topics such as birthdays, grandma and grandpa, being naughty, and saying sorry.

WORDS OF JESUS FOR GUYS is a 366-day devotional written especially for 8-12-year-olds. Each day features a Scripture verse, a lesson for the day, and a “Living It” section for practical application. This funky and fresh devotional is sure to bring young readers closer to Jesus through His words on topics such as caring, sharing, and living a life that is pleasing to Him. Since children are confronted by tough decisions more and more every day, WORDS OF JESUS FOR GUYS will help them to make sense of it all by listening to what Jesus has to say. They will learn to answer their calling to shine their light for Him and live by His words.

In these busy days people of all ages and occupations are cramped for time. Discretionary time for reading and devotions is severely limited. GODMOMENTS FOR YOU is designed to fit into readers’ busy schedules by offering “bite-sized” devotions that can be read in a few minutes only. Often a short thought can stick with you and kick around in your mind in the spare moments of your day. That’s what these books are intended to accomplish. GODMOMENTS FOR YOU offers devotions with a quick daily burst of inspiration.

Guide your little girl to become the woman God wants her to be with these delightful illustrated stories told from the perspective of Bible women. Ages 4-7.

BLESSINGS FOR LITTLE ONES written by well-known author Carolyn Larsen, is designed to teach toddlers that God has brand-new blessings to give them every single day. With bright and sunny artwork, it is a great way for parents to impart spiritual truths to their children that will last a lifetime. Read-to-me blessings include, among others: • Good night blessings • The blessing of sharing • The blessing of God’s love.

Have you ever found yourself in a prayer rut where you are doing a lot of asking things of God but not a lot of recognizing what God has already done for you? Do you find it easy to focus on what you lack rather than what you''ve been given? If you want to breathe new vigor and joy into your prayer life, one simple way is to switch your focus from please to thank you. Beautifully designed and perfect for gift-giving, 100 Days of Prayer for a Grateful Heart is a collection of go-to prayers for when you want to be able to see the blessings God sends into your life. Helping you to look outward and upward rather than just inward, these prayers will show you how to express your gratitude to the giver of all good gifts--even when it''s hard to see the upside of a situation.

No one has ever seen the face of God, but we can be sure He is near. Cheerful artwork with a modern whimsical style wraps around honest, easy-to-understand answers to your toughest questions about God, the creation, and the Bible. Has Anyone Ever Seen God? will inspire and offer comfort as you grow closer to God and gain a better understanding of his character, the world he created, and his Holy Bible. Also serves as a heartfelt gift of love and promise to those who are considering faith or are new believers.

In simple, rhyming language that little ones will love, Carolyn Larsen introduces toddlers to prayer. PRAYERS FOR LITTLE HEARTS thanks God for friends, family and playtime; as well as butterflies, bunnies and birds, among many others. Jam-packed with basic prayers, this charming book is a wonderful way for parents to teach little ones how to start or end their day.

Some of the best-known and best-loved Bible stories guide children through the alphabet in this delightfully illustrated book. From “A is for Ark” to “Z is for Zacchaeus”, MY ABC BIBLE STORYBOOK will help children to explore biblical objects, characters, places and events, while reinforcing their ABCs. MY ABC BIBLE STORYBOOK is perfect for teaching children the alphabet in an easy, fun way while also learning about the Bible.

This adorable prayer book for 3 to 6-year-olds will make youngsters realize that they can talk to God about anything at any time. PRAYERS FOR LITTLE GIRLS includes prayers on topics such as birthdays, grandma and grandpa, being naughty and saying sorry. The book includes four sections each with fifteen short, easy-to-remember prayers. The adorable full-color illustrations will give this book a special place in the hearts of children.

Long beloved by children and parents alike, these classic Bible storybooks have been thoroughly revised and updated for a new generation of children. With whimsical and colorful illustrations, and a larger, easier-to-read font, these Bible storybooks will encourage quality quiet time with Dad and instill in boys and girls a love for the Bible at a young age. Each Bible story includes a brief reflection and a Bible verse to remember, plus gender-specific content to engage boys and girls and apply the lessons they learn to their lives. Dads will love sharing these beloved stories with their little ones.

Lively illustrated Bible stories and conversation-starters help boys and moms learn about following God every day. Ages 4-7.

When we get out of bed in the morning, we don''t know what the day ahead holds. It could be routine. It could be amazing. It could be devastating. No matter what each day holds, one of the biggest influences on the direction our days take is our own attitude. We can live in fear, worry, and anxiety, or we can choose to live with purpose, trusting God in every circumstance. Compact and concise, Carolyn Larsen''s Words of Comfort for Women and Words of Hope for Women each offer you 90 inspiring devotional readings that will help you remember God''s presence in your days and see your world from a positive perspective. These short, to-the-point readings illuminate God''s promises and show you just how they apply to your everyday life. Beautifully designed, these devotionals are the perfect gift for a friend--and for yourself.

Habits and attitudes developed in the preschool and kindergarten years affect a child for the rest of his or her life. These years are also a challenging time for parents as children test boundaries (and patience). How parents and children respond makes all the difference in the world. The Growing God''s Kids series is designed to help young children understand their feelings, develop godly ways to deal with temptations, and form positive attitudes and behaviors that will serve them well in the future. In My Stuff, Your Stuff, parents and children are encouraged to understand the concept of ownership, borrowing, and stealing.

Knowing Jesus is like no other relationship you’ve ever experienced. Cheerful artwork with a modern whimsical style wraps around honest, easy-to-understand answers to your toughest questions about the Savior, his invitation to salvation, and the assurance that God really does hear our prayers. Can I Really Know Jesus? will inspire and offer comfort as you grow closer to God and gain a better understanding of why he sent his Son to earth, what it means to have salvation, and how prayer can deeply impact your life. Also serves as a heartfelt gift of love and promise to those who are considering faith or are new believers.

For parents with small children, bedtime can be the most precious time of the day! BEDTIME BLESSINGS FOR BOYS provides a wonderful opportunity for parents and children to spend time together in God’s Word and develop a lifelong habit of daily Bible reading. Make the most of bedtime with this adorable book for three to six-year-olds.

Tells the stories of many of the major people of the Old and New Testaments.

Habits and attitudes developed in the preschool and kindergarten years affect a child for the rest of his or her life. These years are also a challenging time for parents as children test boundaries (and patience). How parents and children respond makes all the difference in the world. The Growing God''s Kids series is designed to help young children understand their feelings, develop godly ways to deal with temptations, and form positive attitudes and behaviors that will serve them well in the future. In Sharing with Others, parents and children are encouraged not only to avoid selfishness but to approach others with hearts that take joy in sharing.