An ECPA 2023 Christmas Bestseller!
Spend the 40 days of Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany in the company of:

Mary the Mother of Jesus
Elizabeth the Mother of John the Baptist and
Anna the Prophetess at the temple in Jerusalem.

Anticipate, celebrate, and marvel at Jesus' birth with Three Wise Women, a richly researched and faith-building new devotional by Dandi Daley Mackall. We don't hear many details directly from these three women at the heart of the first Christmas, but Scripture, studies in biblical culture, and an open heart that asks what if allows readers to experience new revelations for the holy season that will encourage and strengthen you in becoming a wise woman of God.

Bestselling author Dandi Mackall reflects on the events and lives of these Three Wise Women and invites you to:

• Delve deeper into what these real-life women may have experienced
• Ponder a new aspect of the journey toward Christ's birth and beyond through the voices of Mary, Elizabeth, and Anna
• Meditate on Old and New Testament Scriptures that speak to women's hearts across generations and cultures
• Grow closer to God through insightful devotional readings about Patience, Hope, Faith, Trust, Persistence, Sacrifice, Joy, Grace, Love, Confidence, and more
• Reflect on your own life using the daily Pondering Questions, as you see the story of Jesus' birth afresh through the eyes of faithful women
• Join with other women in a small group or Bible study to take a faith journey together with Three Wise Women

Dandi Mackall tells the story of Jesus' birth from the perspectives of Mary, Elizabeth, and Anna in these devotions, allowing readers to imaginatively inhabit the thought world of first-century Middle Eastern women. The three wise women emerge as gentle, strong, and deeply faithful. Each reflection is accompanied by Bible verses, questions to ponder, and a brief prayer. --The Christian Century

Visit threewisewomenbook.com for a study guide, journal, and more free resources to enhance your Advent devotions!

• Rhyming story makes it the perfect read-aloud for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers
• Endearing illustrations portray barnyard bustle with sweet humor
• Perfect stocking stuffer or gift for baby's first Christmas or baby showers
• A great choice for budding little animal lovers
• Sturdy board book pages make the book durable for years of use

• Bedtime in the Barnyard
• Christmas in the Barnyard
• Easter in the Barnyard

Snuggle up with little ones this Christmas season and read about the origin of St. Nicholas, the story of a man who spent his life secretly helping the poor all over the world, giving gifts on Christmas Eve to remind people of the greatest gift of all, Jesus Christ.

This captivating picture book about thefaith-based origin of St. Nicholas is illustrated by?New York Times bestselling illustrator Richard Cowdrey and written by Dandi Daley Mackall.

The Legend of St. Nicholas:

• Is perfect for readers 4-8 who are curious about the origin of St. Nicholas or Santa Claus
• Celebrates the holiday season and teaches little ones about thejoy of giving to others and helping those in need
• Shows how countries celebrate Christmas traditions across the world
• Is a faith-based look at the Christmas holiday and giving or receiving gifts

With beautiful illustrations and a heartwarming story, ?The Legend of St. Nicholas?is a great family read for the Advent and Christmas season.

• Features cute, colorful artwork to keep little ones engaged
• Uses sweet, playful rhymes to grow kids' faith and communicate God's love
• Is a charming gift for child dedications and baptisms

• Rhyming story makes it perfect to read-aloud for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers
• Endearing illustrations portray barnyard business with sweet humor
• Sturdy board book pages make the book durable for years of use
• Small 6x6 book size fits just right in little one's hands
• Perfect gift for little animal lovers for Easter baskets, Lent, or baby showers.

• Bedtime in the Barnyard
• Christmas in the Barnyard
• Easter in the Barnyard

• 25 rhyming Psalms are written just for your little one
• Topical table of contents helps you find the right Psalm for every occasion
• Beautiful, kid-friendly, four-color illustrations throughout make Scripture accessible
• Scripture from the original Psalms bring you and your child back to the Bible

• Horse Gentler in Training
• A Horse's Best Friend
• Lucky for Winnie
• Homesick Horse

• Runway Horse 16-year-old Dakota Brown used to love all things horse until she lost everything. Can an impossible horse named Blackfire and this quirky collection of animal lovers be the home she's always dreamed of?
• Mad Dog 14-year-old Wes Williams waits for his mother to get out of rehab. Will his anger make him go too far? Or will his dog, Rex be able to rescue him?
• Wild Cat 12-year-old Kat wants to be worthy of being adopted by her foster family. Will taking on the role of cat shrink for her classmates' pets be more than she can handle?
• Dark Horse 18-year-old Hank is the all-American, popular, good guy at Starlight Animal Rescue. But a tragic fire has Hank questioning everything.

Natalie has big five-year-old dreams for her future. So big, that her heart gets thumpy with excitement. Nat uses her very own words to tell about her hopes, struggles, and adventures. This makes the That's Nat! series perfect for young readers just ready for chapter books. What Makes Natalie's Day Wonderful? Natalie wants to do something no one else has done. But everything she tries goes wrong. There's the egg wreck and the purple wallpaper mess. Through it all, Nat discovers something truly wonderful.

• Rhyming story makes it perfect to read-aloud for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers
• Endearing illustrations portray barnyard business with sweet humor
• Sturdy board book pages makes the book durable for years of use
• Small 6x6 book size fits just right in little one's hands
• Perfect gift for baby showers, birthdays, baby's first Christmas or Easter, and more

ECPA Easter Bestseller 2024
Powerful daily encouragement that will enhance your walk with God. --Jerry B. Jenkins, writer of the Left Behind series and The Chosen novels

Step into the lives of ordinary women who were chosen by God to play extraordinary roles in the story of Jesus. Women Who Followed Jesus takes you on a transformative 40-day journey through Lent, Easter, and Pentecost, offering fresh insights into the Bible stories you've known your whole life. Through the eyes of Mary the Mother of Jesus, Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Susanna, Salome, and others, you'll experience the powerful love, sacrifice, and faith that defined their journey with Christ.

Each devotional begins with a Scripture passage and invites you to reflect on the personal struggles and triumphs of these women--from their moments of doubt to their unwavering trust in God's plan. Thought-provoking questions at the end of each reading challenge you to meditate deeply and connect their stories to your own life.

This Bible-based devotional highlights how these women were not only vital witnesses to Christ's life, death, and resurrection but also integral to the birth of the early church. Through their stories, you'll be reminded of God's purpose for your own life, and be encouraged to embrace the virtues of patience, hope, faith, trust, and grace--timeless qualities that transcend generations.

Whether you're using it as a Bible study guide, a spring devotional, or a way to deepen your walk with Jesus, Women Who Followed Jesus invites you to draw closer to the risen Savior, honoring the female voices that helped shape the story of salvation.

This book offers a powerful reminder that the story of Jesus is not just for the men who walked beside Him, but also for the women who followed, witnessed, and proclaimed His miraculous works. Begin your journey today and allow these women's stories to inspire and transform your faith.

Learn more about Women Who Followed Jesus and find free resources at womenwhofollowedjesusbook.com

This gorgeously illustrated Christmas collection of bestselling books in the Legends series from Zonderkidz explores the true stories behind many holiday traditions, including candy canes, Saint Nicolas, and Christmas cookies. Throughout, kids will learn why it's important to share the story of Jesus's birth and give to others during the holiday season.

Inside, you and your children can discover:

• Why the shape and colors of a candy cane tell the story of Jesus's life
• Who the real St. Nicolas was, and why his actions helped inspire the exchange of Christmas presents and giving to the poor during the holidays
• Why we bake cookies at Christmas, and what each special shape tells us about the nativity

Inside this value-priced collection are the three Legends books, The Legend of the Candy Cane, The Legend of St. Nicholas, and The Legend of the Christmas Cookie.

The Legends of Christmas Treasury is:

• Perfect as a gift for boys and girls ages 4-8, grandchildren, and nieces and nephews
• Ideal as a family reading tradition for Advent, Christmas, or anytime in the holiday season
• Great as a gift for people who love the history behind Christmas and holiday traditions

If you enjoy The Legends of Christmas Treasury, check out other books in the Legends series: The Legend of the Christmas Tree, The Legend of the Christmas Stocking, The Legend of the Easter Egg, The Legend of the Easter Robin, and The Legend of the Sand Dollar.

This heartwarming Christmas book from Dandi Daley Mackall shares the nativity story from the experience of a tiny donkey who shows that God has big plans for little ones when he carries Mary to Bethlehem where she gives birth to Jesus.

Though the donkey wasn't the biggest, fastest, or strongest of all the animals, he had an important job. In One Small Donkey, 4 to 8-year-olds will

• take part in the nativity story from a fresh perspective
• learn that no one is too little to do big things for God
• identify with the little donkey who feels out of place in a world that seems big and important
• celebrate the arrival of baby Jesus
• enjoy the rhyming story that follows the donkey along his journey with Mary and Joseph to the manger

Refresh your Advent reading list with this sweet and powerful picture book. Together with beautiful, inspiring artwork by Marta Álvarez Miguéns, the message that children can make a difference will encourage preschoolers and young children as well as their caretakers. The foiled title and holiday-themed hardcover make a perfect gift package just right for a stocking stuffer or Christmas tree surprise.

Dandi Daley Mackall loves God, children, words, and animals. Her nearly 500 books for children and grown-ups have sold more than four million copies worldwide, and her awards include an ECPA Christian Book Award for Best Children's Book.

• #1 Horse Dreams Ellie's finds a runaway horse at school! Can she rescue her before animal control arrives?
• #2 Cowboy Colt Ellie's best friend, Colt, is going through a rough time and dreams of a horse of his own.
• #3 Chasing Dream Ellie stages a competition to prove her backyard horse, Dream, is as good as a stable horse.
• #4 Night Mare Dream's true owners arrive. Will Ellie get to keep her beloved horse?

This sweet holiday book--part of the Legends series from Zonderkidz--explores the true story behind the tradition of baking Christmas cookies and sharing them with others, inspiring kids to become cheerful givers themselves and showing them how they can share the story of Christmas with those around them.

Inside, you and your children can discover:

• How Christmas cookies were invented as a way to help the needy and share the story of Jesus's birth
• Why giving is better than receiving, and why it's important to give to others during the holidays
• The history behind each common Christmas cookie shape, and how they can be used to tell others about God's love for us
• A delicious sugar cookie recipe on the jacket flap, so you can start your own Christmas cookie family tradition

When Jack's mom decides to make Christmas cookies, Jack learns the real story behind the first Christmas cookies, and how a family used the baked goods as a way to feed the needy and share the truths behind the first Christmas. Soon, Jack has an opportunity to share a cookie and a story with a stranger as well.

The Legend of the Christmas Cookie is:

• Perfect as a gift for boys and girls ages 4-8, grandchildren, and nieces and nephews
• Ideal as a family reading tradition for Advent, Christmas, or anytime in the holiday season
• Great as a gift for people who love the history behind Christmas and holiday traditions

If you enjoy The Legend of the Christmas Cookie, check out other books in the Legends series: The Legend of the Candy Cane, The Legend of Saint Nicholas, The Legend of the Christmas Stocking, The Legend of the Christmas Tree, and The Legend of the Easter Egg.

A Lesson in Being Grateful

When Jen's best friend Dave gets a pony for his birthday Jen is jealous and finds things wrong with her own horse Will she learn what it means to be grateful for what she has?

This is a Level Two I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. It aligns with guided reading level I and will be of interest to children Pre-K to 3^rd grade.