Most Popular Books by Mary Manz Simon

A rhyming Valentine’s Day book for little ones with the message that love is about doing for others all around you! With adorable illustrations and sweet, rhyming text by bestselling author Dr. Mary Manz Simon, With Love, From Me to You is a board book for little ones that will remind them how important it is to love and be loved. Parents will especially enjoy reading this book on Valentine’s Day or every day, as a wonderful reminder that any day of the year we must encourage children to remember that love is more than gifts and candy; it’s about doing for others and sending love to everyone who’s near. With Love, From Me to You: Is filled with gentle, rhyming text great for read-alouds Is a board book perfect for little hands and hearts Is written by bestselling author Dr. Mary Manz Simon Features unique and colorful artwork

From bestselling author and renowned educator, Dr. Mary Manz Simon, comes The Family Time Bible, perfect for families who want to discover more about God''s Word. The Family Time Bible offers 52 captivating and beloved Old and New Testament stories along with engaging questions and suitable prayers for each reading. With understandable vocabulary and inclusive skin tones, this Scripture-based translation is perfect to use with children of all ages. This detailed storybook Bible not only contains 52 stories but each entry has a key verse for families to memorize, talking points, a prayer, and even a few notes for parents that offer support and insight. Dr. Mary Manz Simon, known as a parenting expert, provides a reflection on how the story connects to child development so adults can easily come alongside children in understanding and life application. Children will not only learn familiar Bible stories but also recognize biblical figures and begin to take hold of their faith. Paired with facts, insights, and interactive questions, every family member will enjoy the experience and have something to contribute. Mealtime prayers and bedtime prayers are included in the front of the book along with tips for adults on how to use the book and guide their families along a faith journey.

Bible stories and activities for parents and children to share. As lives get more and more hectic, these stories can provide families with a much-needed respite in their busy days, and an opportunity to talk about events of the day or the week as the entire family grows in faith.

We all want our children to learn healthy ways to deal with their God-given feelings, but how do we teach them? Best-selling author Dr. Mary Manz Simon offers the solution. This collection of twelve stories gives simple, concrete examples for little ones to remember. Toddlers will learn more about recognizing and controlling the times they feel . . . • Happy • Proud • Jealous • Angry • Excited • Frustrated • Eager • Afraid • Worried • Safe • Sad • Surprised With plenty of scriptures and Parent Connections to help moms and dads talk about emotions with their favorite toddlers, First Feelings is the perfect way to empower your child to say, "God can help me, no matter how I feel!"

Bestselling author Dr. Mary Manz Simon tells the story of Jesus’s birth through decorations we place on an evergreen each year, helping little ones better understand and remember the reason we place ornaments and lights on the tree and what each symbol means. My Christmas Story Tree: Can be used to create your own Christmas tradition each year Leads little ones through the first Christmas story in a way they will easily understand In addition, My Christmas Story Tree is: A perfect holiday and Christmas gift for toddlers 0-4, grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and new moms Great for lap reading or as a bedtime story, with large illustrations and vibrant colors to keep kids engaged Helps start conversations about Christmas traditions and why we celebrate Jesus’s birth by decorating a pine tree each year

This die-cut rhyming board book with glitter guides children to thank God andsee everyday objects of the fall season as gifts from Him. Full color.

Understanding the iIn-betweeb Years of your 8-to-12 yeaar old.

Following God''s orders, Noah sets off to build his special ark and board two of every living animal in order to be prepared for the flood he has been told will come in this inspirational Biblical tale with full-color illustration for young readers.

The Halloween tradition of pumpkin carving is used as a metaphor for the gospel message to show how God cleans out all of the yucky stuff and puts a light within believers to shine for Him. Shaped like a pumpkin, this book also features glow-in-the-dark ink throughout.

Help your toddler build godly character! We all want our little ones to grow strong characters, but how do we teach them? Best-selling children''s author Dr. Mary Manz Simon offers the solution. This collection of twelve stories stars a menagerie of adorable animals and offers simple, concrete examples for little ones to remember. Your child will learn about important virtues like kindness, love, patience, forgiveness, sharing, obedience and more! With plenty of scriptures and a Parent Connection to help moms and dads talk about the message with their favorite toddlers, First Virtues is the perfect way to build godly character in the little ones you love!

Bible passages for young children to repeat, learn, and embrace. Scholastic and renowned author and lecturer Dr. Mary Manz Simon have joined together to bring you My First Read and Learn Favourite Bible Verses. As parents share these timeless truths with young children, icons on each page help them integrate the words into everyday activities. The icons are: globe (creation), sun peeking (morning), moon (evening), church (worship), lightning (safety), heart (virtues), smiley face (friends), folded hands (prayer), and an arrow (hope for the future). A simple way to help children experience and grow.

A sign "Santa stops here" posted in the neighbor''s yard makes young Brian think about how Christmas is celebrated in his house, and prompts him to make his own sign.

This book tells how Jesus was born on the first Christmas. (luke 2:1-20) Hear Me Read Level 2 builds reading confidence for more advanced readers. Humor, repetition, and colorful illustrations help bring Bible stories to life.

Even in the face of Pharoah''s anger and the pursuit of the Egyptian soldiers, Moses courageously leads the Israelites out of Egypt.

Miriam hides her baby brother, Moses, from the Pharoah''s soldiers and remains loyal to her promise to protect him even in difficult times.

Explains the Easter story through clues found in the pictures. [wm].

Relates two stories dealing with contemporary problems, then presents flashbacks to Biblical times to see what Jesus did in similar situations.

Jesus and the miraculous catch of fish.

These colorful picture books--each starring a lovable animal character--teach younger readers an important lesson on a singular virtue that is highlighted in the story. Full color.

Retells for beginning readers the events surrounding the resurrection of Jesus Christ.