A charming bedtime prayer book for young children full of simple, easy to learn prayers to say before going to sleep. The collection includes prayers of praise and thanks for the day and the things they have, prayers about family and friends, for those who are ill and animals and pets, and blessings for those they love, for a safe night and a new day ahead. Delightful illustrations by Antonia Woodward make this prayer book perfect for a treasured moment to share with young children at the end of each day as part of a bedtime routine.
In a rich Nigerian house, Jane, her husband William and her son Jason are in a hostage situation. Jane and Jason hide in a safe room and witness the intruders beat her husband to death. They want to kill Jane and her son too, but all they find and take is a photo of the family.In reality, Nigeria is no longer a safe place for them. With help from her late husband’s foreign friends, she escapes Nigeria with her son. In Australia, life is challenging as Jane tries to support herself and her son. Her fortune changes when she returns a wallet she finds in the park to a bar owner, Martin, who offers her a job. One night while working at the bar, she meets Derrick, unknown to Jane that he was stalking her. Soon, they are married and Jane reluctantly signs a prenup. Derrick is controlling in every aspect of her life. Jason is off to a boarding school, further isolating Jane. She finds herself at a breaking point with the physical, psychological and financial abuse and the constant threats of deportation. Jane, trapped and suspicious, finds the family photo the killers stole on the fateful night hidden in Derrick’s office.Jane is confused, but she can’t completely disregard the possibility that Derrick killed her husband. She sets out to investigate and hatches a plan to free herself and her son, putting their lives at risk. Locked in a desperate battle for survival, she finds out she is pregnant.
Featuring vibrant illustrations, this picture book offers a gentle narrative ideal for bedtime reading, especially during the Easter season. Its soothing visuals and engaging story make it a delightful choice for young readers, capturing the essence of the holiday in a comforting way.
A delightful picture book retelling the story of Noah, who builds a great ark to keep animals that God sends to him safe during the great flood. Imagine Noah's excitement when the big boat comes to rest and once more the animals can roam the earth.
A delightful picture book retelling the parable of the lost sheep. Follow the little lamb as it wanders off unaware of how far from home it goes. Delight at the joy and relief when the little lamb hears the sound of the Shepherd's voice, who has come to find it.
A treasured gift of ten Bible stories charmingly illustrated and perfectly retold to share with children.Each story is a perfect length for reading at bedtime or to a group of children. Bible stories from the Old and New Testament include Adam and Eve, Noah, Baby Moses, Jonah, and stories about Jesus from his birth, calming the storm, feeding the 5,000, the parables of the lost sheep and the good Samaritan to his raising. A delightful introduction to God’s promise and plans, Biblical truths, and Jesus’ teachings for children through Antonia Woodward’s beautiful retellings and exquisite illustrations.
