Even young children want answers to the hard questions about God and suffering. In The Moon Is Always Round, seminary professor and author Jonathan Gibson uses the vivid imagery of the moon to explain to children how God’s goodness is always present, even when it might appear to be obscured by upsetting or difficult circumstances. In this beautiful, full-color illustrated book, he allows readers to eavesdrop on the conversations he had with his young son in response to his sister’s death. Father and son share a simple liturgy together that reminds them that, just as the moon is always round despite its different phases, so also the goodness of God is always present throughout the different phases of life. A section in the back of the book offers further biblical help for parents and caregivers in explaining God’s goodness to children. Jonathan Gibson reminds children of all ages that God’s goodness is present in the most difficult of times, even if we can’t always see it.

Everyone has dreams for their life. What do you do when those dreams are shattered and you find yourself questioning everything you once believed?Molly Huffman didn't want anything special - a house, a husband, and children. It didn't seem like too much to ask. After all, she had been a good person and tried to follow God. Why would God not want to fulfill her desires?But then death came crashing into her life - taking people, relationships, and all of her plans. The fairy-tale life Molly had dreamed of was gone, and she was forced to wrestle with this God she thought she knew. Could she trust a God who would allow such pain?In The Moon Is Round, Molly shares her unfathomable story of grief. As you journey with her through her poignantly honest struggle to live with broken dreams, you'll discover how God uses suffering to rebuild foundations, authenticate faith, and create greater joy and peace than you ever thought possible.

A novel steeped in the power of women’s friendships, magic—and murder—from the author of Miriam’s Talisman, “a gifted storyteller” (The Dunedin Star). After a deep betrayal leaves her reeling and embittered, Sally Lavender escapes to the peaceful village of Hallowfield. Expecting to find solitude in the pastoral setting, she instead finds companionship with five women, with all of whom she shares a strangely intense connection. Before long, the shadows of her past slowly fade away and Sally discovers how strong the ties are that bind her to Hallowfield and to her new friends. But the serenity of her fresh start will be shattered when one of the women in murdered, and those very ties will demand retribution.

Neil's imagination takes him on a trip to the moon. Join him as he explores mountains and hills, spots a famous astronaut's footprints, and collects space rocks for his science project.

This is a new release of the original 1960 edition.

Describes the moon's phases as it orbits the Earth every twenty-nine days using rhyming text and cut-outs that illustrate each phase.

The Bear and the Moon is a picture book that follows what happens when the gift of a balloon floats into Bear's life. The two companions embark on a journey—a magical tale that encompasses the joys of friendship and discovery. This is a gentle book filled with humor, while tackling complex topics like the transcendence of loss and forgiveness. • Filled with emotive text and radiant illustrations • Simply told and profoundly felt • Award winning author-illustrator team The Bear and the Moon is a compassionate tale that honors the small but profound world of the very young. This sweet book teaches social and emotional skills to kids, and offers a clever way to soothe some of our most difficult feelings: loss and guilt. • Just as ideal for gently soothing young readers to sleep as it is for encouraging a contemplative break from an energetic day • Great for parents, grandparents, and caregivers looking for a beautiful friendship or bedtime story • Perfect for children ages 3 to 5 years old • You'll love this book if you love books like Waiting by Kevin Henkes, Emily's Balloon by Komako Sakai, and Stellaluna by Janell Cannon.