New Releases by Debbie Wagenbach

“Who is the Good Shepherd?” A young child may be curious and ask “Who is the Good Shepherd” or “What does he do for us?” With its easy-to-understand words, I Am Your Friend explains to a child how the Good Shepherd will always be your friend now and even when you’re 102. “I was your friend before you were you. I’ll still be your friend at one hundred and two.” The words in this story bring to light how the Good Shepherd (Jesus) is always with us. Though pictures and story is created for children with rhyming words I Am Your Friend is an inspiring book for people of all ages.

The Snappers are the toughest turtles in the pond! He felt BIG when they scattered the minnows. He felt BRAVE when they played soccer with the snails. He felt BOLD when they plucked tail feathers from the ducks. Lately, though, Sergio noticed how others quivered when the Snappers swam by. This bothered him, but when he mentioned it to one of the other Snappers, Big Clay nipped at him. When the Snappers start picking on a little minnow named Gil, Sergio gets some “squishy” feelings and has to decide what to do. It's hard to stand up to your friends! Includes a Note to Parents and Caregivers by Julia Martin Burch, PhD, on bullying, friendship, fitting in, and ways to discuss these issues with your child.

A grouchy boy learns how to chase away his grumpy moods. Includes a note to parents.