This joyous book sings thanks and praise for everything in land, sea, and sky-from the sun and moon to plants and animals to all people, young and old. Beloved author-illustrator Tomie dePaola captures the beauty of God's creation in his folk art-style illustrations. With text inspired by Old Testament Scripture and artwork fashioned after the beautiful embroideries and designs of the Otomi people from the mountain villages around San Pablito, in Puebla, Mexico, this is a wonderful celebration for all to share.

Barbara Elleman’s insightful biography on Tomie dePaola captures the essence of the beloved author-illustrator through engaging stories, childhood photos, countless illustrations, and thoughtful analysis of decades of celebrated books. Tomie dePaola is one of the best-known and most beloved creators of books for children. His art and his stories, which are filled with imagination, humor, grace, and curiosity, represent a love of life that is reflected in everything he does. Barbara Elleman’s exploration of Tomie dePaola’s career takes a fascinating look at the many worlds dePaola has brought to life through his work: from autobiographical memories to folktales, religious stories, nursery rhymes, and more—including, of course, the inventive world of his most famous character, Strega Nona. Originally published in 1999 and filled with evocative artwork, captivating photographs, and heartwarming anecdotes, this comprehensive book has been updated to cover two new decades of dePaola’s creativity. Elleman’s thoughtful narrative brings a fresh appreciation to the work of a unique author-illustrator, one who is a true legend of children’s literature and a source of lasting joy for generations of readers, young and old.

How to "Halleluiah" in All Circumstances You may never have thought that praise and thanksgiving to God go together, that they constitute a ministry to the Lord, which he highly values. Professor Fomurn examines the Biblical basis for this and much more relating to praise and thanksgiving in this volume. From the obvious giving of thanks when things go well and praising the Lord in victory, the author goes on to teach on "costly" praise and thanksgiving, how to "halleluiah" even when it hurts, which is the best sacrifice to the Lord. This volume is packed with Biblical case studies, from a whole section on David to those on Job and the Lord Jesus. Several chapters are very practical: how to set up a daily calendar of praise and thanksgiving; recording the details of one's life for praise and thanksgiving; the power of cold routine! There is no need to be anxious anymore about the poverty of praise and thanksgiving in your prayer life. This volume is an answer to your prayers and for Philippians 4:6.

Whether used for thematic story times, program and curriculum planning, readers' advisory, or collection development, this updated edition of the well-known companion makes finding the right picture books for your library a breeze. Generations of savvy librarians and educators have relied on this detailed subject guide to children's picture books for all aspects of children's services, and this new edition does not disappoint. Covering more than 18,000 books published through 2017, it empowers users to identify current and classic titles on topics ranging from apples to zebras. Organized simply, with a subject guide that categorizes subjects by theme and topic and subject headings arranged alphabetically, this reference applies more than 1,200 intuitive (as opposed to formal catalog) subject terms to children's picture books, making it both a comprehensive and user-friendly resource that is accessible to parents and teachers as well as librarians. It can be used to identify titles to fill in gaps in library collections, to find books on particular topics for young readers, to help teachers locate titles to support lessons, or to design thematic programs and story times. Title and illustrator indexes, in addition to a bibliographic guide arranged alphabetically by author name, further extend access to titles.

The CSB (in)courage Devotional Bible is a women’s devotional bible that serves as an invitation for all women to find their stories within the tapestry of the greatest Story ever told—God’s Story of Redemption. This Bible for women features devotions, which could work for daily devotionals, written by over one hundred writers of the (in)courage community. This devotional bible provides resources for women to explore the Bible, dive deep into Scripture, record their own stories, and find themselves among friends. Readers will experience Scripture in new ways in this daily Bible in the company of women willing to “go first” with everyday stories that bear witness to God’s grace, and to find beauty in brokenness and hope in the hard, all written as devotionals for women. The CSB (in)courage Devotional Bible can be compared to a women’s study Bible or used alongside women’s Bible study books. (in)courage is a vibrant online community, reaching thousands of women every day, welcoming them just the way they are, offering a space to breathe, loving support, and resources for meaningful connection. Features include: 312 Devotions by 122 (in)courage community writers 10 distinct thematic Reading Plans 66 Book Introductions connecting each book of the Bible to the whole biblical narrative Stories of courage from 50 women of the Bible Journaling space Topical index Available in genuine leather, leathertouch, cloth over board, and hardcover Bible cover Two-column text Theme verses Specialized presentation page The CSB (in)courage Devotional Bible features the highly readable, highly reliable text of the Christian Standard Bible® (CSB). The CSB stays as literal as possible to the Bible's original meaning without sacrificing clarity, making it easier to engage with Scripture's life-transforming message and to share it with others.

The CSB (in)courage Devotional Bible is a women’s devotional bible that serves as an invitation for all women to find their stories within the tapestry of the greatest Story ever told—God’s Story of Redemption. This Bible for women features devotions, which could work for daily devotionals, written by over one hundred writers of the (in)courage community. This devotional bible provides resources for women to explore the Bible, dive deep into Scripture, record their own stories, and find themselves among friends. Readers will experience Scripture in new ways in this daily Bible in the company of women willing to “go first” with everyday stories that bear witness to God’s grace, and to find beauty in brokenness and hope in the hard, all written as devotionals for women. The CSB (in)courage Devotional Bible can be compared to a women’s study Bible or used alongside women’s Bible study books. (in)courage is a vibrant online community, reaching thousands of women every day, welcoming them just the way they are, offering a space to breathe, loving support, and resources for meaningful connection. Features include: 312 Devotions by 122 (in)courage community writers 10 distinct thematic Reading Plans 66 Book Introductions connecting each book of the Bible to the whole biblical narrative Stories of courage from 50 women of the Bible Journaling space Topical index Available in genuine leather, leathertouch, cloth over board, and hardcover Bible cover Two-column text Theme verses Specialized presentation page The CSB (in)courage Devotional Bible features the highly readable, highly reliable text of the Christian Standard Bible® (CSB). The CSB stays as literal as possible to the Bible's original meaning without sacrificing clarity, making it easier to engage with Scripture's life-transforming message and to share it with others.