Best Selling Books by Rick Osborne

Gary Chapman and Rick Osborne help children learn about the importance of love in this wonderfully imaginative and classically illustrated children’s hardcover book featuring four-color illustrations (with hidden details!) by Wilson Williams, Jr., and based on Gary’s bestselling The 5 Love Languages. Each child in this entertaining and playful story learns that they have a primary love language that when "spoken" by others, makes them feel loved. As the five children in the story interact with Mr. Chapman and the unique animals at his special zoo/museum/theme park/birthday party palace, they come to understand their own love language! Readers, especially children ages 5–8, are sure to recognize their own love language as the story develops, and at the end of the book is a fun quiz that will help parents and children identify their own love language. The cast of child characters in this whimsical story include: Penny, Peyton's twin sister, who receives love best when others spend quality time with her. Mr. Chapman introduces Penny to Horace, a Ragdoll Cat who just wants to be with Penny. Jayla, one of Penny's close friends, is always saying nice things about people. Her love language is words of affirmation. Jayla's perfect pet pal is Pamela, an African Grey Parrot, who repeats the nice things Jayla says about others. Kevin, one of Peyton's close friends, enjoys giving things to people. So does his special pet Chipo, a Capuchin Monkey! Sofia loves to pet the animals, and to show her love for others with special hugs. Physical touch is Sofia's love language. Snuggles

This wonderful Christmas tale, set in the late 1800s, shares the touching story of a young boy named Peter. He sells newspapers to help his family while his father is away at sea, and he's been saving a bit of his earnings to buy a model schooner in the woodworker's shop. But after Uncle Jim, the woodworker, tells him the story of St. Nicholas, Peter discovers the meaning behind the hanging and filling of Christmas stockings and learns a heartfelt lesson in kindness and generosity. Filled with the rich, realistic illustrations of Jim Griffin, children ages 4 to 8 will discover the depth of God's love shown through others as they learn the Christian meaning revealed in The Legend of the Christmas Stocking. Through imaginative and innovative products, Zonderkidz is feeding young souls.

A fun book for kids that teaches the secret to relationships In Penny’s Perfect Present, Penny struggles to feel loved amid all the hustle and bustle around her. She just wants to spend time with her loved ones, but everyone is so busy. Will the trip mom and dad have planned lift her spirits? Join Penny and her friends as they take a visit to the Pet Pal Emporium, a magical place with exotic animals and exciting exhibits. There the owner, Dr. Chapman, creatively teaches the kids about God’s ever-present love, plus practical ways to show love to others. With a positive message, fun pictures, and animals for children to search out on the page, Penny’s Perfect Present is a great tool for parents who want to entertain their children while forming confidence and virtue in them.

Sammy is upset that he doesn't experience God the way the people in the Bible do, but after a talk with his grandfather, he changes his mind.

Experiencing God at Home and this hands-on day by day family devotional take a fresh path back to the rich roots of Henry Blackaby’s world-renowned Experiencing God writings to connect what happens in our homes to what happens in our churches. Indeed, a parents' task is to disciple their children, and the church's task is to equip parents for this work of ministry. Experiencing God at Home Day by Day will guide parents in having daily worship together as a family. It also helps mom and dad lead the kids toward developing their own personal relationship with Christ at each age and stage of growing up.

How much do your children know? We teach our children academics. We give them instruction in the arts and physical fitness. We show them how to swim, skate, and ride a bike. But have we forgotten the most basic and necessary skill of all? Have we taught them to pray? Prayer is the foundation for communicating with God, growing as a person, and receiving help and wisdom for every other part of life. Teaching children to pray is one of the most important tasks parents have. Inside Teaching Your Child to Pray you will find: Answers to your children's questions about prayer Practical tips, helps, and activities for teaching the discipline of prayer What the Bible says about children and prayer Stories and examples of how prayer works Ways to reap the benefits of prayer for your children and see it affect their lives Give your children a real head start. Teach them to communicate with the Savior. It will make an eternal difference.

A light-hearted look at the animals of the Bible, from those of Noah's ark to sacrificial bulls, and what their stories reveal about God and our relationship with Him.

Sammy does not understand what it means to have Jesus inside his heart, so he talks to his grandfather who teaches him what it means to have a real relationship with Jesus.

On a visit to a tree lot, the Johnson family sees three beautifully decorated trees standing in the center of the lot. A mysterious silver gift-wrapped box is under one of the trees. The old lot owner notices their intrigue and what he tells them, not only marks the beginning of a new family tradition, but also brings meaning and understanding into their Christmas celebration. In The Legend of the Christmas Tree, children ages 4 to 8 will discover the wonderful story of how the evergreen tree first became a symbol of Christmas and a way to tell people about God. The beautiful illustrations by Bill Dodge add a wonderful richness to the story and help bring meaning to one of our best-loved traditions---decorating the Christmas tree.

Discusses what prayer is, the importance of prayer in our lives, how to pray, and different types of prayer.

Explores miracles mentioned in the Old and New Testaments and why they are amazing, and suggests how the lessons of these inexplicable events can be applied to one's daily life.

Introduces concepts for experiencing the Holy Spirit, developing a hunger and curiosity for God's work, and practicing the basic principles of Christian living. Includes cartoons, games, and activities.

With chapters on stewardship, giving, borrowing and lending, saving and budgeting, this resource includes lots of activities and interactive questions with each chapter. Perfect for children ages 5 and up.

The authors assert that research on personality and personality type, when informed by Scripture, is an effective tool to help family members discover and understand their uniqueness.

Describes God and the various ways we can know about God, especially through Jesus.

Focusing on over 100 key words and concepts from the Bible and Christian living, this is a kids' reference and devotional tool designed to get kids into the Bible. --From publisher's description.

The Questions Children Ask series has been a helpful teaching tool for hundreds of thousands of families. This eighth and latest book gives valuable answers to questions about friends, school, and situations related to popularity. The delightful cartoons, clever questions, and scriptural answers provide both a solid base and broad appeal.

A colorful, kid-friendly reference book of key Bible places, people and events. This volume includes maps, photos, and drawings.

This book will help parents capture those 'everyday moments' and turn them into lessons about the life of Jesus. Each chapter contains a goal, a tip for modeling key behaviors and ideas, suggestions on teaching Bible messages, and tools for reinforcing Scriptural principles.

Many families would love to have a time together focused on God and His Word. But that time doesn't have to be a scheduled meeting in a pre-assigned place. Now you can take those windows of opportunity between trips to the grocery store and afternoon soccer practice to share devotions with your family with the Learning For Life Series.

"Examples and principles from the Bible that can help today's parents in raising children the way God intended"--Provided by the publisher.

A family activity book for teaching biblical principles to your children.

This Bible is the "ultimate manual" for boys ages 8 to 12. Based on Luke 2:52: "And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men," it focuses on helping boys grow towards maturity and manhood as they become more like Jesus mentally, physically, spiritually, and socially. Study notes and features show boys how to be "smarter, stronger, deeper, and cooler."

Identifies the Ten Commandments, tells the story behind them, places them in a Christian context, and discusses why they are important and how they can be applied today.

A collection of familiar Bible stories retold, each of which includes a hidden picture of a mouse, plus questions for reflection and application and suggested prayers.

Profiles both heroes and villains from the Bible, and contains motivational Christian lessons and morals.

Discover gross and gory Bible stuff in this Bible just for boys. Find out interesting and humorous Bible facts. Apply the Bible to your own life through fun doodles, sketches, and quick responses. Learn how to become more like Jesus mentally, physically, spiritually, and socially. Part of the 2:52 series for boys.

An illustrated look at the angels, demons, and heavenly beings found in the Bible explains how their existence enriches Christian lives.

An illustrated dictionary of the Bible for children.

Resource for leaders who want to help kids discover how they can experience God in their everyday lives.

Looks at Bible stories centered on ancient cities and other locations, describes the civilizations behind them and their major archaelogical sites, and offers ideas for how to apply the lessons learned in modern life.

Each segment of the creation story from Genesis is followed by an explanation of related scientific concepts and suggestions for experiments to illustrate the teachings.

This Bible is the "ultimate manual" for boys ages 8 to 12. Based on Luke 2:52: "And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men," it focuses on helping boys grow towards maturity and manhood as they become more like Jesus mentally, physically, spiritually, and socially. Study notes and features show boys how to be "smarter, stronger, deeper, and cooler."

A light-hearted, illustrated look at Bible stories that feature such things as boils, John eating locusts, and bones coming to life, plus ideas for how to apply the lessons learned to one's own life.

A father's prayer for his family to understand the deeper meaning of our Christmas celebrations becomes a reality during the search for a perfect Christmas tree. The family discovers the meaning behind one of their favorite Christmas traditions in The Legend of the Christmas Tree.