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In 1978 Christiane F. testified against a man who had traded heroin for sex with teenage girls at Berlin's notorious Zoo Station. In the course of that trial, Christiane F. became connected with two journalists, and over time they helped to turn her story--which begins with a dysfunctional but other...

The Story for Children Bible, NIV is a large-print Bible for children age six to nine with 32 beautiful full-color pictures highlighting eight important Bible stories with Scripture reference. The stories end with 'God's Message, ' sharing with children God's great love for us. Each 'message' was wr...

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Imagine a world without Twitter, Facebook, iTunes, or television... Little did the Framers of the United States Constitution know that their work would change the course of history, but that's exactly what it did. The Constitution has been called miraculous, revolutionary, unprecedented, all that an...

Your body is an instrument. No, it's not a flute, or a guitar (I hope). It is a sacred and original design by a master craftsman with a specific plan and purpose. That's a pretty big deal. From head to foot, the way you view your body is directly connected to how you serve God. Seriously. From the t...

On a cold starry night above the hills of Bethlehem, a hungry fox is looking for some supper. Suddenly, the sky is full of light and there is the sound of angels singing. What on earth is happening and what unforgettable sight is the fox about to see? Nick Butterworth and Mick Inkpen's delightful "A...

Richly illustrated by "Candle Bible for Kids" artist Jo Parry, "The Christmas Story" helps children discover one of the most important stories of all time. Through clear and simple text, children come to understand the events leading up to Jesus' birth and this special miracle. It introduces childre...

A retelling of the Christmas story that is suitable for the under 5s. It introduces them to the great story at the heart of the festival and its message of love.Author BiographyCHRISTINA GOODINGS has written a number of books for Lion including Growing Green, My Little Bible Board Book and the I Can...

This book tells the story of the birth of Jesus, from the angel's visit to Mary to the flight to Egypt. It is very simple and straightforwardly faithful to the Bible accounts in "Matthew" and "Luke". The charming pencil and watercolour illustrations by Sophie Allsopp respectfully complement the grea...

"Candle Bible for Kids" is the perfect starting point for children. Now toddlers have an edition designed just for them, with simple text and bright art. "The Candle Toddler Bible" provides a great overview of the bible stories in bite sized chunks they can understand. Illustrated by Jo Parry and wr...

This book tells the story of Noah, simply and straight-forwardly faithful to the biblical accounts. The charming pencil and watercolour illustrations by Sophie Allsopp respectfully complement the great story, adding detail and warmth that will be appreciated by adult and child alike. This little har...

A festive board book that tells the nativity story in 5 double pages, each of which has a gatefold page with a cut-out hole to peek through and unfold to reveal the next scene. Each new scene keeps toddlers engaged.Author BiographyCHRISTINA GOODINGS draws on her experiences as a primary school teach...

This delightful keepsake book tells the gospel story of the nativity simply and faithfully, to evoke all the wonder of Christmas night. Author Sophie Piper is much respected for her charming retellings of Bible stories. In this book her lyrical text combines with soft pastel illustrations by Sophy W...

The next in the acclaimed Notebooks series invites you to meet Egypt's last pharaoh and an icon of beauty and power. The remarkable events of Cleopatra's life are examined, explained and dramatised with glimpses of what she might have written in her memoirs. From her royal childhood to her relations...

Jozef Hen's memoir is about growing up in a middle-class Jewish family in Warsaw during the 1920s and 1930s, up through the first few months of the German occupation. Nowolipie Street, where Hen lived as a child and young adult, is both the happy background and the source material for his narration....

"My Beautiful Princess Bible" is the perfect Bible for princesses of all ages! This one-of-a-kind Bible with special features from bestselling author Sheri Rose Shepherd was created for girls ages 3 and up. The pink and purple interior, along with the over 500 highlighted Bible verses, will have God...

This is a far-reaching history of Ancient Greece, from the early Minoans to the rise of Classical Greece and its conquest by the Macedonians. It includes detailed information on the key figures, battles and geography of the Ancient Greek Empire, as well as information on the day-to-day life of its c...

This Let's Celebrate Christmas! Advent activity book helps children learn and remember the important story of Jesus' birth. Children will enjoy daily activities throughout the Christmas season as they complete word puzzles, draw pictures, and even create their own Christmas ornaments! The story and ...

These are the books that show you what others only tell you. From how everyday items were used in the war effort, to why many Japanese soldiers would rather die than face capture: let your child discover all about the historic and world-changing events of the Second World War. Then they can use the ...

On a bitter cold day in January 1741 Benedict Arnold was born. Little did anyone know that he would grow up to become the most infamous villain in American history. But first, he would be one of the country's greatest war heroes. Fearless in the line of fire, a genius at strategy and motivating his ...

On March 25, 1911, the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory in New York City burst into flames. The factory was crowded. The doors were locked to ensure workers stay inside. One hundred forty-six people--mostly women--perished; it was one of the most lethal workplace fires in American history until September...

Children aged three and over will love to celebrate the holiday seasons with these brightly illustrated board books.

Jesus taught with hands-on lessons and illustrations. The "Hands-On Bible" uses the same experience-based learning to communicate God's Word in an active, understandable way. With hundreds of fun, memorable activities, the "Hands-On Bible" is packed with activities and experiences that invite kids t...

Jesus taught with hands-on lessons and illustrations. The "Hands-On Bible" uses the same experience-based learning to communicate God's Word in an active, understandable way. With hundreds of fun, memorable activities, the "Hands-On Bible" is packed with activities and experiences that invite kids t...

"Eight thrilling stories uncover some of the most daring heists in history. " Here's what reviewers said about "Duped!" the first book in the series: "A solid yet playful tour of the huckster's world." --Kirkus Reviews Determined to beat the odds, professional thieves spend their lives figuring o...

"Meet the heroes, villains, and bunglers hired to protect others. " We might think of bodyguards as a modern concept, but they've been around since ancient times. The rich, the powerful, the famous, and the infamous have all placed their safety in the hands of bodyguards. From Caesar's Praetorian G...

"Meet the heroes, villains, and bunglers hired to protect others. " We might think of bodyguards as a modern concept, but they've been around since ancient times. The rich, the powerful, the famous, and the infamous have all placed their safety in the hands of bodyguards. From Caesar's Praetorian G...

This title helps you find out about the land of the pharaohs, with 15 step-by-step projects and over 400 exciting pictures. You can step back in time to the world of the ancient Egyptians and uncover the treasures and secrets of this mysterious 3000-year-old civilization. It includes fact boxes that...

Step into the world of the classical Greeks, with 15 step-by-step projects and 350 exciting pictures. You can delve into everyday life in the past to find out what the ancient Greeks ate, where they lived, the games they played, the clothes they wore, the heroes they admired, and the people who made...

Even more oodles and doodles of fun! Now there are even more games and activities to help children learn about the events around Christmas. The seasonal edition in the popular Jumbo Activities series, Christmas Activity Fun is packed with puzzles, pictures, dot-to-dots, hidden objects, and coloring ...

Part of the "History of Britain" series, this title is illustrated with a combination of cartoons, reproduced artwork and photographs. It comes with internet-links to recommended websites.

This is a new edition of the popular and successful encyclopedia describing the remarkable history of Ancient Egypt. You can discover remarkable facts of one of the world's oldest civilisations from its origins as a group of settlements along the banks of the Nile, its rise to one of the world's gre...

Massive stone monuments that date back more than four thousand years stand alongside the Nile near modern-day Cairo, Egypt. The pyramids on the Giza Plateau are some of the oldest and largest man-made structures on Earth, and they have mystified humanity for millennia. Who built them, why they were ...

The all-powerful pharaohs of Egypt were perceived as living gods who ruled a civilization that tamed the Nile, built the pyramids, and created dazzling wonders of the ancient world. Pharaohs of Egypt explores the lives and deeds of Egyptian kings and queens through 30 astounding centuries from the O...