Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. by Judy Blume
1970, Dell Publishing
149 pages
"Margaret was a bit confused about religion. When she moved from the city to her new home, she didn't know whether to join the Y or the Jewish Community Center. What made matters worse was that, going on twelve, she had plenty to talk over with God...Sometimes she got so frustrated she ignored Him -- until the next time she really needed someone to listen.
Teen, Blu
Sink or Swim by Brian Brown and Andrew Melrose
1997, Zondervan Publishing House
63 pages
In episode 5 of "The Storykeepers", Ben, Helena, and the kids search for Justin's father on a Roman slave ship. This episode includes: Jesus healing the paralyzed man, the parable of the two houses and the flood, the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector.
Teen, Bro
The Small Miracle by Paul Gallico
1973, Doubleday and Company
50 pages
"Many stories have been told about St. Francis and the spirit of innocent faith and unselfish love that was his legacy. One of the most beautiful concerns a small boy named Pepino, his donkey Violetta and Father Damico, the kind old Pranciscan priest who loved them both. Their story is the Small Miracle."
Teen, Gal
Gospel of Matthew by Group Publishing and the International Bible Society (IBS)
1984, Group Publishing
46 pages
The Gospel of Matthew written in a language children can understand.
Teen, IBS
The Fastest Car in the County by Nancy Simpson Levene
1992, Chariot Books
89 pages
A T.J. Book. "T.J. wants his first Pinewook Derby car to be a winner. It looks like it will be, too. He and Father got the shape just right, evened out all the nicks and gauges, and sanded it super smooth. T.J. is certain his car is a winner, that is until his little sisters, Megan and Elizabeth, destroy it with pink crayons and stickers. How can a pink car covered with stickers win the Pinewook Derby? T.J. wants to get even with them, but is that what God wants him to do?"
Teen, Lev
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
1986, Macmillan Publishing Company
154 pages
Book 1 of the Chronicles of Narnia. "Here is your passport to a most extraordinary excursion into magical lands and enchanted happenings....How Aslan, the noble Lion, freed Narnia from the spell of the White Witch."
Teen, Lew
Prince Caspian by C.S. Lewis
1986, Macmillan Publishing Company
184 pages
Book 2 of the Chronicles of Narnia. "Here is your passport to a most extraordinary excursion into magical lands and enchanted happenings....How good Prince Caspian and his army of talking beasts conquered the Telmarines."
Teen, Lew
The Silver Chair by C.S. Lewis
1986, Macmillan Publishing Company
208 pages
Book 4 of the Chronicles of Narnia. "Here is your passport to a most extraordinary excursion into magical lands and enchanted happenings....How captive Prince rilian wscaped from the Emerald Witch's underground kingdom."
Teen, Lew
The Horse and His Boy by C.S. Lewis
1986, Macmillan Publishing Company
194 pages
Book 5 of the Chronicles of Narnia. "Here is your passport to a most extraordinary excursion into magical lands and enchanted happenings....How a talking horse and a boy prince saved Narnia from invasion."
Teen, Lew
The Magician's Nephew by C.S. Lewis
1986, Macmillan Publishing Company
168 pages
Book 6 of the Chronicles of Narnia. "Here is your passport to a most extraordinary excursion into magical lands and enchanted happenings....How Aslan created Narnia and gave the gift of speech to its animals."
Teen, Lew
The Last Battle by C.S. Lewis
1986, Macmillan Publishing Company
173 pages
Book 7 of the Chronicles of Narnia. "Here is your passport to a most extraordinary excursion into magical lands and enchanted happenings....How evil came to Narnia and Aslan led his people to a glorious new paradise."
Teen, Lew
Picture Book of Saints by Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D.
1979, Catholic Book Publishing Company
124 pages
A picture book of saints for children.
Teen, Lov
Men of Tomorrow by Ewald Mand
1958, The Westminster Press
224 pages
This book "was written to help you to read the Bible with mre interest and understanding and with the hope that God's Holy Spirit will guide you to hear God's word speaking to you."
Teen, Man
The Prarie Romance Series by Janette Oke
Bethany House Publishers
Titles in this series of Christian Romance novels: When Calls the Heart, They Called Her Mrs. Doc, A Woman Named Damaris, A Bride for Donnigan, The Measure of a Heart, The Calling of Emily Evans, Roses For Mama, Julia's Last Hope.
Teen, Oke
Keepsake Series by Janette Oke
Guideposts
A series of Christian romance novels: Love's Unending Legacy, Love's Unfolding Dream, Love Takes Wing, Love Finds a Home, When Calls the Heart, When Comes the Spring, When Breaks the Dawn, When Hope Springs New, Once Upon a Summer, The Winds of Autumn, Winter is Not Forever, Spring's Gentle Promise.
Teen, Oke
Bible Stories as retold by Norman Vincent Peale
1973, The Millbrook Press
248 pages
"Dr. Norman Vincent Peale, America's well-known 'minister to millions' retells best-loved Bible stories -- from the creation through the lives of the patriarchs and prophets and on to the beautiful stories of Christ's life and ministry. Dr. Peale was minister of Marble Collegiate Church in New York City, founder of the Peale Center for Christian Living, and author of forty-six books, among them The Power of Positive Thinking.
Teen, Pea
Heart to Heart by Rebecca Lyn Phillips
1994, Thomas Nelson Publishers
139 pages
"Rebecca Lyn Phillips -- herself a teenager -- speaks to the struggle of your teen years through dialogues and situations common to teenage girls. She offers reassurance and support as you work through tough decisions and try to fit in with your peers. You will find devotions on topics of concern to all teenage girls...friends, appearance, sex, guys, fears, insecurity."
Teen, Phi
My Truth, Your Truth, Whose Truth? by Randy Petersen
2000, Tyndale
154 pages
"In each chapter, you'll sit in on a teen chat room discussion that's packed with differing perspectives. You'll hear a mixed bag of advice. And then you'll get to see what happens when those opinions are put into action in real life situations - just like the ones you face."
Teen, Pet
A Country Christmas by Bonnie Lou Risby
1996, Troll
95 pages
"Francy wants this Christmas to be the most special holiday ever. But with jobs and money scarce, it doesn't look like her family will be able to afford any gifts or decorations. 'Even Santa is poor this year,' her parents explain. Then Francy's mother comes up with an idea to earn some money for Christmas. The whole family pulls together and works 'round the clock. but will the plan work? Read this heartwarming story to find out how Francy discovers the priceless part of a Christmas celebration."
Teen, Ris
The Bible for Young People by the Daughters of St. Paul
1968, St. Paul Editions
136 pages
An illustrated Bible for children.
Teen, St.P
Little Pilgrim's Progress by Helen L. Taylor, from John Bunyan's classic work
1989, Moody Press
256 pages
"To most children the record of Christian's pilgrimage is attractive simply as a story of adventure. But now Helen L. Taylor has simplified the vocabulary and concepts for younger readers, while keeping the story line intact. The result is a classic for youth, a delightful book with a message they can understand."
Teen, Tay
The House on the Dunes by Roberto Viola
1993, Paulist Press
82 pages
"The story of young Juan who runs away from the city to become a disciple of the sea. Near the shore he meets a mysterious old fisherman, don Andres, who lives in a simple shack set among the dunes and who teaches Juan the art of fishing. Under the guidance of don andres, Juan learns how to commune with the fish, the ocean and the wind. In time Juan comes to ask the questions that underlie all others: What is the line between life and death? What is the desire of our hearts? Who are you? Who am I?"
Teen, Vio
The Boxcar Children by Gertrude Chandler Warner
1977, Albert Whitman
154 pages
"Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are orphans. Determined to make it on their own, they set out to find a safe place to live. They discover an old, red boxcar that provides shelter from a storm. Against all odds, they make it into their home-and become the Boxcar Children!"
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