Best Selling Books by Patricia A. Pingry

Using simple text and illustrations, describes the life and accomplishments of America''s first president.

Illustrations and easy-to-read text introduce significant people and places of the battle that turned the tide of the Civil War.

Tells the story of Jesus'' birth in Bethlehem to explain why we give presents at Christmas.

Contains a collection of prayers suitable for children to recite at mealtime, bedtime, or anytime.

This well known story of the Bible is told in simple and easily understood words for toddlers. This board book version is filled with delightfully bright watercolor paintings.

A simple retelling of the Bible story in which a young man is sold by his brothers into slavery in Egypt and eventually forgives them.

Bestselling author Patricia A. Pingry introduces young children to the historic voyage of the Mayflower with this simply written board book that releases just in time for the 400th anniversary of the landing of the ship. What happened when the Pilgrims set sail on the Mayflower 400 years ago? With this simple and factual introduction, children can learn about the preparations, voyage, and landing of the Mayflower. Thoroughly researched and historically accurate, this board book distills a pivotal moment in history for little learners.

A biography of the African American woman whose refusal to give up her seat on a bus led to a bus boycott.

In simple words, retells the biblical story of a young shepherd boy who, armed with only a slingshot and his faith in God, faced a giant who had defeated many men.

Suitable for toddlers and ages upwards, this simply worded book tells the story of the Biblical character Joseph whose prophetic dreams and capacity to forgive save not only his family but also nations.

A retelling of the Bible story that tells how Moses was saved from death as a baby by his sister and the Egyptian king''s daughter.

Tells the Old Testament story of God''s creation of the world. On board pages.

A simple introduction to the multifaceted life of Benjamin Franklin. On board pages.

Simple text introduces young readers to Robert E. Lee, an American general.

Retells the story of how God created the beautiful Garden of Eden and how Adam and Eve, by their disobedience, were sent away from the garden.

A look at the life of Abraham Lincoln, including his boyhood, his presidency, and his legacy of freedom.

Dear Santa, Please bring me a puppy... writes a young boy who dreams of receiving a puppy for Christmas. Warm watercolors evoke the special bond between a boy and his dog, and young readers wil delight in discovering that Christmas wishes can come true.

When the Baby Looney Tunes gang takes a hayride, they hear from all the animals.

The newest in this series of Meet books, introduces perhaps the most revered of Southerners who ever lived. Robert E. Lee was a tragic figure in that he chose to end his spectacular career in a cause that couldn''t be won. But his courage, his determination, and most of all, his dignity in the face of defeat has endeared him to Americans even today. Bright watercolors illustrate the facts of Lee''s life told in a light-hearted yet always respectful way. And children of all ages will learn about this Civil War hero.