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“Something: One Small Thing Can Make a Difference” by Natalee Creech

Illustrated by Pablo Pino Help! Through the use of fun, bright pictures; catchy rhymes, and lots of enthusiasm, this book suggests that children should be on the lookout for ways to help others. Anyone, including children are never too young … Continue reading

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“The Words We Lost” by Nicole Deese

The Price of Friendship Ingrid had once been part of an extraordinary friendship that included Cece and Joel. As teenagers, they thought they would never live their lives without each other. But Ingrid and Joel’s broken engagement shattered the group. … Continue reading

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“Second Time Around” by Melody Carlson

Starting Over! After busy years of raising her children as a single mom, while renovating her huge home, and building her business, Mallory finds herself alone as her last child leaves the nest. Her aunt has willed her a tourist … Continue reading

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“The Bark of Zorro (Gone to the Dogs, 4)” by Kathleen Y’Barbo

Z Marks the Spot! Cassidy is alone on a very dark, stormy night in a deserted area trying to find a stray dog.  She is a volunteer at the local dog rescue along with the office manager of a veterinary … Continue reading

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Crockpot White Chicken Chili, Naturally Gluten-Free

INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 lb. chicken breasts boneless, skinless 1 ½ teaspoons gluten-free buffalo sauce 2 cans gluten-free Great Northern beans, rinsed and rinsed 2 cans gluten-free Pinto beans, rinsed and rinsed 1 bag of frozen corn 32 oz gluten-free chicken … Continue reading

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“Loving People who are Hard to Love” by Joyce Meyer

Doing the Impossible! Once again, the obnoxious person in your life has purposely done something to upset you. This author claims there is a way to deal with people like that, but following her suggestions may be hard. People who … Continue reading

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“My First Veggie Bible Stories” by Pamela Kennedy and Anne Kennedy Brady

Illustrator Jerry Pittenger Bible Stories Veggie Style! The mother-daughter author team bring to life the popular VeggieTales characters telling kid-sized versions of Bible stories. Join them as they share events from both the Old and New Testaments. Some of the … Continue reading

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“My First Pop-Up Endangered Animals” by Owen Davey

Animals that Need Help Some animals have such small numbers that they may disappear without help.  This book has pop-ups of fifteen such animals.  Because they are so beautifully done, each one will be memorable to little ones.  Additionally, the … Continue reading

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“Sunday Fun Day: An Activity for Every Weekend of the Year” by Katherine Halligan

Jesus Verona, Illustrator THIS is What You can Do! How many parents have ever heard these words, “I’m bored, what can I do?”  Despite having lots of toys, movies, discs, and more, children can truly think there is nothing to … Continue reading

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“Letters of Trust” by Wanda E. Brunstetter

For a Season….. Eleanor is an Amish newlywed who has left all her family and friends to live in her husband Vic’s farming community. Although her parents had reservations about the marriage, Eleanor was in love, and disregarded their concerns. … Continue reading

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