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Book for children dealing with single parents dating Totally Uncool - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2011-02-17T09:37:00.005-05:00

As the divorce rate in the US increases so does the number of children who are put into the situation of having a single parents and the people (boyfriends or girlfriends) parents bring into their lives. A really cute but also touching book for children that deals with single parents and their relationships is “Totally Uncool” by Janice Levy.

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Who ever thought pigs could teach kids manners - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2011-02-16T09:33:00.004-05:00

Author Kathryn Madeline Allen and illustrator b created an original, colorful, hilarious picture book for children that does just that uses pigs to teach young children manners. “This Little Piggy's Book of Manners” unlike many ‘manners books’ shows bad manners and good manners in a delightful way using pigs as characters doing all the things you would normally expect people to do.

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A Sick Day for Amos McGee New York Times Bestseller and more - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2011-02-15T09:46:00.001-05:00

The husband and wife team of Philip Christian Stead and Erin Stead (Illustrator) are an award winning team when it comes to “A Sick Day for Amos McGee”. Not only did this book for children make it on the New York Times bestsellers list but also won the Randolph Caldecott Medal. Not bad for their first book published together.

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Daily Blessings

2011-02-14T08:19:00.000-05:00

"Love suffers long and is kind; love does not envy; love does not parade itself, is not puffed up; ⁵ does not behave rudely, does not seek its own, is not provoked, thinks no evil; ⁶ does not rejoice in iniquity, but rejoices in the truth; ⁷ bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things"
1 Corinthians 13:4-7 (NIV)

Daily Blessings

2011-02-13T17:50:00.000-05:00

"In the past God spoke... at many times and in various ways,
but in those last days he has spoken to us by his Son." Hebrews 1:1-2 (NIV)

The good for which we are born into this world is that we may learn to love. ~ George MacDonald

Do not let asthma hold your child back - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2011-02-13T13:55:00.001-05:00

Around the world there a millions who suffer from asthma, young and old. Do not let asthma hold your child back from being successful as a child or when they grow up. Some very familiar and famous people are or have been asthmatic including Charles Dickens (author), John F. Kennedy (35th US President), Beethoven (musician), Christopher Reeve (Superman), Bob Hope (comedian), and Nancy Hogshead (won three gold medals at the 1984 Olympics in swimming). Other celebrities who live with asthma are Billy Joel, Lindsay Lohan, Elizabeth Taylor, and Dennis Rodman.

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List of restaurants in and around Lansing to celebrate Valentines Day - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2011-02-13T12:36:00.003-05:00

Going out to dinner on Valentine’s Day is a very popular way to show that special person how much you love them. If you are with the right person it will not matter how much you spend but rather how you present your gift or special time. This list of restaurants in Mid-Michigan to celebrate Valentine’s Day is certainly not a complete list of all the restaurants in the area. Even an evening at McDonalds or Burger King can be romantic if you are with someone you love.

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Daily Blessings

2011-02-12T13:38:00.000-05:00

"A joyful heart is like the sunshine of God's love, the hope of eternal happiness." ~ Mother Teresa

Where to find flowers in the Lansing and Jackson area - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2011-02-11T09:12:00.000-05:00

Flowers are a beautiful way to say “I love you” on Valentines Day or any day of the year. In the Lansing and Jackson area you can find some of the most beautiful flowers in the world growing in gardens and wild in nature – during the spring and summer that is. This time of year, particularly with all the snow we’ve had the last couple weeks you won’t be finding flowers outside – live ones at least.

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Where to find flowers in the Lansing and Jackson area - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

Valentines Day crafts and activities books for kids - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2011-02-10T18:15:00.000-05:00

Valentine’s Day is a great time for children of all ages to show their creativity along with their love for others by making gifts and decorations with their own hands. This can also be a wonderful time for parents to spend special time with their children – you are never too old to play with crayons, glue, and constructions paper. Let the child in you come out and share a few of these Valentines Day crafts and activities with the children in your life.

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Celebrate National Green Week with this book for children: Living Green - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2011-02-08T18:07:00.000-05:00

While we celebrate National Green Week February 7-11, 2011, living green is something we should be doing all year round. "Living Green" by John Johnson is a wonderful book to help children be part of the process. Many people say we need to save the plant for our children but the children can be a part of saving the planet and it's never too early to start.

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February 8th and 9th a couple busy evenings for Lansing activities - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2011-02-08T08:52:00.000-05:00

There are some really great activities going on in Lansing, Michigan on February 8th and 9th. From Shrek the Musical to learning about downloading audio and e-books at the library you should find something you will enjoy. A daddy and daughter dance to celebrate Valentine's Day early or a photography class are a couple other great activities going on in the area.

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Celebrate Valentines Day with these books for children about different loves - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2011-02-06T09:16:00.000-05:00

Valentines Day is about love. Love does not always mean hearts, roses, and cupids. There is the love of parents for children, the love of children for parents, the love between friends, the love of pets, and many other types of love. This list of books for children includes books involving many of those different types of love.

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Lansing connection to the Super Bowl just for laughs - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2011-02-05T14:18:00.000-05:00

Who has heard of the game “Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon”? Well, lets play Six Degrees of the Super Bowl! How close can we connect Lansing to the Super Bowl!

First, Lansing is in Michigan: in 1982 the Super Bowl was played at the Pontiac Silverdome in Pontiac, Michigan. That year the San Francisco 49ers defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 26-21 good for them that showed those Buckeyes.

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Football football and more football books for children - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2011-02-05T11:01:00.000-05:00

As the Nation prepares for Super Bowl XLV (Sunday, February 6, 2011 - Kickoff at 6:30pm EST) it’s a great time to share some books for children about football.

The following list of books for children were all found at the Carnegie branch of the Jackson District Library (Jackson, Michigan) but several of them can also be found at the Capital Area District Library, Schuler Books & Music in Lansing, and at your local Barnes & Noble Bookstore.

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Blizzard of 2011 and Blizzard of 1967 No Comparison - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

2011-02-02T22:21:00.000-05:00

On February 1, 2011 the snow started falling in Jackson, Michigan. For several days before the National Weather Service had predicted Michigan along with many other states would be hit by the worst blizzard in history. Several reports compared the coming 2011 blizzard to the blizzard of 1967. In my personal opinion, having experienced both of these blizzards there was no comparison.

Blizzard of 2011 and Blizzard of 1967 No Comparison - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

Review of The Jacket I Wear in the Snow by Michigan author Shirley Neitzel

2011-02-02T16:01:00.006-05:00

It is winter in Michigan and anyone with or without children is sure to be familiar with the art of layering clothing and bundling up for even short trips outdoors. “The Jacket I Wear in the Snow” is a darling rhyming book for young children that follows the task of layering winter clothes - "bunchy and hot, wrinkled a lot, stiff in the knee, and too big for me!" Keep Reading >>

Aftermath of the blizzard of 2011 in Jackson Michigan - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2011-02-02T11:39:00.000-05:00

Snow flurries started falling around 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday February 1st, 2011 and continued through the night. As darkness took over the town of Jackson, Michigan so did the winds of 35-40 miles per hour. Windows rattled, the wind howled around buildings, and snowmobiles buzzed down the center of streets.

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A great book for children Very Short Stories to Read Together

2011-02-01T17:48:00.009-05:00

Author Mary Ann Hoberman put a fun twist to short stories for children in “You Read to Me, I'll Read to You: Very Short Stories to Read Together”. Each short story is color coded so two each read certain parts of the story and then some parts they read together. To add to the fun of taking turns reading the stories are based on Mother Goose rhymes but with a modern twist such as based on Old Mother Hubbard a woman and her dog decide it’s too cold to go out so they decide to order-in. Keep Reading >>

Books for children involving snow in the Lansing area - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2011-02-01T11:18:00.000-05:00

As Michigan gears up for the blizzard of 2011 many of the Lansing and Jackson area children are looking forward to a snow day. Yes parents there is a good chance of NO SCHOOL! With the kids most likely going to be home all day you while they may go outside to enjoy the foot or more of fresh snow they will more than likely be stuck

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Lansing Michigan prepare for blizzard of 2011 - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2011-02-01T06:44:00.000-05:00

The National Weather Service has already issued a ‘Severe Weather Bulletin’ for the Lansing and Jackson are along with a large portion of the Nation. As of 3:44 a.m. EST Tuesday February 1st the Michigan counties of Barry, Calhoun, Clinton, Eaton, Gratiot, Ingham, Ionia and Jackson are under a BLIZZARD WARNING. Although we have only received a light dusting of snow around 7:00 p.m. conditions are predicted to produce as much as 2-3 inches of snow per hour and continuing through Thursday.

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Review of I Am a Rainbow by Dolly Parton

2011-01-31T17:14:00.004-05:00

If you do not know Dolly Parton then you may not appreciate her children’s book “I Am a Rainbow” as much as children will but if you do then no matter what your age you will love this book. The country music star adds not only her charm but her color also to this book for children.Keep Reading >>

Children Health and Fitness: Vegetarian Food by Susannah Blake

2011-01-30T17:24:00.005-05:00

A big part of children's health and fitness is what they eat. The make and eat children's cook book "Vegetarian Food" by Susannah Blake is a wonderful introduction for children to vegetarian cooking. The book includes eight recipes with not only step by step instructions but also clear photographs by Andy Crawford. Keep Reading >>

Review of My Mountain Song by Michigan author Shutta Crum - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2011-01-29T17:49:00.004-05:00

Brenda Gail has gone to spend the summer with her great-grandparents in the mountains of Kentucky. “My Mountain Song” by Michigan children’s book author Shutta Crum shares the touching story of a young girl searching for her own mountain song and along the way learns some life experiences about the importance and different relationships with family. Keep Reading >>

Your Body Belongs to You a book for children discusses child abuse

2011-01-28T16:35:00.001-05:00

Abuse could be one of the major concerns of children across the nation and around the world. The book “Your Body Belongs to You” written by Cornelia Maude Spelman and illustrated by Teri Weidner opens the door for discussion of one type of child abuse. The simple watercolor illustrations will hold the attention of younger children and help older children to understand the content. Keep Reading >>

Review of Love You Forever by Robert Munsch

2011-01-27T18:35:00.004-05:00

If you would like a book that can make you laugh and cry at the same time and share with your children for years to come then you really should pick up a copy of “Love You Forever” by Robert N. Munsch. As a mother sings a bed time song to her sleeping baby the book takes you through the different stages of that same baby growing to adulthood and having their own baby. Keep Reading >>

The Monster Health Book: A Guide to Eating Healthy, Being Active & Feeling Great

2011-01-26T18:32:00.006-05:00

Who says that health and fitness for children has to be all serious business? “The Monster Health Book: A Guide to Eating Healthy, Being Active & Feeling Great for Monsters & Kids” by Edward Miller makes learning important information about food, exercise, and health fun....Keep Reading >>

Trying to Clean up the Blog

2011-01-25T18:59:00.000-05:00

Been doing a little playing around with the blog. Due to lack of funds I've had to let my web site (byfaithonly.com) go but am praying someday soon will be able to get it back. In the mean time I will share what I can here and of course on the different sites I write for (just look at prior posts and you will find many).

I have gone through many of my posts and cleared up some confusing tags - if you are a regular reader (hoping I have at least a few) you will see I've changed several of the tags to either "Faith Rambling" or "Faith Rant" - am guessing it won't take long to figure out my mood or attitude for each :)

Two grandkids are spending a little time with me so will share a fun Michigan Picture of same kids when we got our first snow here in Michigan.

Standing on My Own Two Feet helps children deal with divorce - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2011-01-25T15:02:00.000-05:00

It is sad to say but the divorce rate in America continues to increase year after year. This causes a great concern for children, particularly young children who do not understand the word ‘divorce’ much less where they fit into this new life. “Standing on My Own Two Feet: A Child's Affirmation of Love in the Midst of Divorce” by Tamara Schmitz does an excellent job of helping children deal with a divorce in the family....
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Helping Parents Helping Children (54)

2011-01-23T02:17:00.000-05:00

Helping Parents Helping Children is for anyone who is involved in or wants to help children and their parents. Please take a moment and check out this new Facebook Page, 'Like' it, share it with your friends, join in the campaign to help parents and children.

Free things to do in Lansing Michigan January 20th and 21st - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2011-01-19T08:09:00.000-05:00

Not a lot of free things to do in Lansing, Michigan on Thursday or Friday but are still some fun things such as an exciting time playing Bananagrams at Schuler Books & Music (Lansing) or the opening reception for the Transitions Exhibition at the Kresge Art Museum? Watch for the list of things going on Saturday, January 22 – you will be busy if you try taking in all the free things going on around town.

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Sad state of where children fit in library search priorities - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2011-01-08T09:12:00.000-05:00

Granted, Jackson, Michigan is just a small sampling of the sad state of where children fit into priorities around the country but if what I found in Jackson is any indication it is not good for our children... So, where did this rant come from? Keep Reading to find out >>

Lansing girls will love this book Justin Bieber: First Step 2 Forever

2011-01-07T08:02:00.001-05:00

If you don't understand why then it's a good guess you don't have a pre-teen girl in your home. This multi-talented pop/soul singer and self-taught musician is a heart throb or what ever the current language is for a really cute guy. There have been several books published about this Ontario born star but "Justin Bieber: First Step 2 Forever (100% Official)" is the first one authored by the young Justin Bieber himself. Read More >>

Lansing area children are not immune to concern of bullying - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2011-01-06T12:50:00.000-05:00

We hear regularly on television and in newspapers the problems and concerns of children having to deal with bullying. Many of us will remember the days when a ‘bully’ was the classmate that kicked sand on our shiny new shoes or crabbed our marbles when they last at a game of marbles on the playground.

Review of The Berenstain Bears and the Bully

New Year’s Day books for children - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-12-30T17:49:00.000-05:00

New Year’s Eve and New Years Day can often be a confusing time for young children. Many parents are planning parties or have hired a baby-sitter to watch the children while they vanish into the night leaving children not knowing what the big celebration is all about. Then on New Year’s Day there are hang-overs and/or football games for children to deal with. Some children may enjoy the big parades but too often they get bored. Keep Reading >>>

Review of The Owl and the Woodpecker by Brian Wildsmith - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-12-29T19:10:00.000-05:00

You would think that an owl and a woodpecker would have no problems with each other but it’s not so in Brian Wildsmith’s delightful children’s book “The Owl and the Woodpecker”. Keep reading >> Review of The Owl and the Woodpecker by Brian Wildsmith - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

Books dealing with concerns Lansing and other children have - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-12-28T05:18:00.000-05:00

When you think about it children today are really not dealing with or experiencing much more that children did say 50 or even 100 years ago. True modern technology has advanced bringing in a few new twists such as cyber bullying but the fact is there have always been bullies in society. Keep Reading >>>

Twas the Night before Christmas poem - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-12-24T01:17:00.000-05:00

Try doing a search on Amazon under 'books' for "Twas the Night before Christmas" and you will find a list of over 1,500 books. Yes, there have over the years been many variations of the most popular Christmas Eve poem 'Twas the Night before Christmas". My own personal opinion is this traditional poem should be a part of every family's Christmas Eve tradition. It has been in my family for many years, even when I was a child I remember reading the poem from one book or another. Over the years the particular book may have changed but the story that sparks the imaginations of thousands of children over the years remains the same.

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Michigan Historical Marker First United Methodist Church - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2010-12-21T19:22:00.000-05:00

The First United Methodist Church located at 275 West Michigan Ave in Jackson, Michigan is one of the oldest churches in Jackson and is one of many Michigan Historical Markers in downtown Jackson. Keep Reading >>> Michigan Historical Marker First United Methodist Church - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

Lansing Michigan and surround area invaded by poinsettia - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2010-12-17T17:07:00.001-05:00

Next to evergreen and holly poinsettia plants are one of the most common Christmas decorations in the Lansing area as well as many other parts of the world. We see live plants in stores, offices, lobbies, homes and churches. Poinsettias don’t stop there though: they can also be found in decorations of all sorts including jewelry, holiday lights, even on dish towels and table linen...

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Review of: The Story of Christmas by Stephanie Jeffs - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-12-17T13:56:00.000-05:00

Very basic and simple sharing the joy of the holiday season, Christmas Stephanie Jeffs's version of the old, old story behind Christmas "The Story of Christmas" is based on the message in the Gospel of Luke and shares the story of the first Christmas, the birth of Jesus.

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The 12 Ways of Christmas: a book for the whole family - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-12-17T11:42:00.000-05:00

There are times when the best books for children are actually not children’s books but rather the books their parents or important adults in their lives read. “The 12 Ways of Christmas” by Dr. David Jeremiah is one of those books. This time of year, the holidays mainly Christmas it is easy for we adults to get caught up in the hectic times with shopping, baking, visiting, decorating, all the things that take up our time and take away from the true spirit of Christmas as well as the children in our lives.

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Review of The Twelve Days of Christmas in Michigan by Susan Collins Thoms - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-12-14T09:48:00.000-05:00

Based on the traditional Twelve Days of Christmas this charming and educational book has a Michigan twist to the tale. Katie is invited by her cousin Will to visit his family for the holiday. Each day Will gives Katie a gift and each gift is something related to Michigan. Sand dunes, hockey sticks, cherry sundaes, Dutch girls dancing and jugs of cider along with Michigan lighthouses, horse drawn sleigh and frozen lakes are some of the wonderful features of Michigan.

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Christmas cactus as Christmas decorations or gifts - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2010-12-12T11:05:00.000-05:00

A traditional Christmas decoration is the Christmas cactus. These succulent plants make wonderful decorations for your home year round or a perfect last minute gift for hostesses, teachers, neighbors or anyone on your shopping list. Christmas cactus come in white, peach, and shades of pink (see slide show to the left for a few examples).

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Let the Kids make Christmas decorations - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-12-11T22:52:00.000-05:00

Not only do kids love to make things but creating their own works of art, craft projects or Christmas decorations is a spectacular why to build a child’s self-esteem and fill them with a feeling of accomplishment. Christmas decorations can be used to decorate the house this season or save for next year. Grandparents, aunts, uncles, teachers, neighbors will all love special Christmas decorations made by little hands and given as gifts (another great lesson for children – giving).

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Children Health and Fitness: My Amazing Body: A First Look at Health and Fitness - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-12-11T09:09:00.000-05:00

A very important factor in good health and fitness for children is that they know how to make decisions about taking good care of themselves – even young children have choices and it’s important they learn how to make the right ones where their health and fitness is concerned as much as other areas of their lives. “My Amazing Body: A First Look at Health and Fitness” by Pat Thomas and illustrated by Lesley Harker is a great children’s book to help in that area.
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Things to do in Lansing Michigan December 12th and 13th for free - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2010-12-11T03:46:00.000-05:00

Snow and cold are predicted for the weather in Lansing on Sunday and Monday but there are some great activities going on in the area that are inside where you can stay nice and warm. Just a few things to do in Lansing, Michigan December 12th and 13th for free include a gun holiday open house at Hazel Ridge Farm, a concert by the MSU College of Music, and a terrific Jazz Quartet at Lansing Community College.

Things to do in Lansing Michigan December 12th and 13th for free - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

Books about Orville and Wilbur Wright: The Wright Brothers for children

2010-12-09T09:05:00.008-05:00

December 17th is celebrated as Wright Brothers Day. What a wonderful time of year for children to learn not just about the famous first successful flight in a mechanically propelled airplane heavier than air near Kitty Hawk, North Carolina but about determination, patience and will-power ...Read More >>>

Review of Room for a Little One: A Christmas Tale - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-12-09T08:49:00.000-05:00

“Room for a Little One: A Christmas Tale” by author Martin Waddell and illustrated by Jason Cockcroft is a wonderful book to share the story of Christmas with young children. Little ones will delight in the lovely illustrations and the short text explains Christmas in terms they can understand.

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The Spirit of Christmas by bestselling author Nancy Tillman - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-12-07T13:43:00.003-05:00

Children of all ages and the adults in their lives will delight at the charming children’s book “The Spirit of Christmas” by bestselling author Nancy Tillman. The simple rhyming verses coupled with the delightful illustrations will spark the interest and warm the hearts of all.

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Children Health and Fitness: The Busy Body Book A Kid’s Guide to Fitness - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-12-07T09:55:00.000-05:00

One of the biggest problems with childhood (and adult) obesity is the sedentary life we are all falling into. With modern technology (televisions, DVDs, movies, computers) bodies are not active as they were in the days when entertainment usually involved movement and imagination. "The Busy Body Book: A Kid's Guide to Fitness" by Lizzy Rockwell is a wonderful book for children to help them battle the bulge and better their health and fitness.

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Review of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-12-01T18:00:00.003-05:00

Charles Dickens's classic A Christmas Carol was first published in 1843. Since that time the story has been read by millions and A Christmas Carol has been re-written in dozens of forms between books, television and movies you can find such characters as "Barbie in A Christmas carol", "Mister Magoo's Christmas carol", "Dora's Christmas carol adventure", "Mickey's Christmas carol", "A Flintstones' Christmas carol", "A Sesame Street Christmas carol", and "The Muppet Christmas carol" to name a few.

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Children Health and Fitness: Biggest Loser motivates reviews in new direction - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-12-01T13:25:00.002-05:00

In the Lansing area the NBC show "The Biggest Loser" aired a two hour special on the night before Thanksgiving. Being a long time fan of the show since its first airing in 2004 and not a big selection of television choices the Lansing Children’s Books Examiner watched the show from start to finish. This is a major feat in itself for an adult with ADD. Keep Reading >>>

Hanging of the Greens in Spring Arbor Michigan - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2010-11-30T07:14:00.000-05:00

Mark your calendars for Friday, December 10th and plan on making a trip to Spring Arbor, Michigan. Both Spring Arbor University (SAU) and Spring Arbor Free Methodist Church (SAFMC) will be hosting the annual ‘Hanging of the Greens’. Families, friends, young and old will delight in the sights, sounds and aromas of the Christmas season.

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What are we teaching our children about Pearl Harbor? - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-11-29T16:03:00.000-05:00

Pearl Harbor was attacked in 1941 by 353 Japanese aircraft from historic reports. It was a horrid day in history with over 2,400 US personnel killed and over 1,200 wounded. In one day! I am no historian and had to look up these figures as I normally have no interest in historic facts. I would however like to share something I witnessed in 2010 – 69 years after the attack on Pearl Harbor. What are we teaching our children about Pearl Harbor and many other dates in history? Please continue reading >>

Review of The Best Christmas Crafts Ever! by Kathy Ross - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-11-28T15:04:00.000-05:00

There is no question one of the best ways to spend time with children and give them a feeling of accomplishment is by doing crafts with them. “The Best Christmas Crafts Ever!” by Kathy Ross is an excellent children’s book to assist adults in working with children to make some spectacular Christmas crafts. Read full Review>>

Chanukah or Hanukkah: Review of Oh Chanukah - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-11-27T12:36:00.000-05:00

Author L. J. Goodman and illustrator Liz Conrad did a wonderful job of introducing children (or adults) to the celebration of Chanukah or Hanukkah in “Oh Chanukah”. This charming board book encourages children to lift flaps to discover the many special events and activities of the holiday.

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Spring Arbor Free Methodist Church presents The Two From Galilee - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2010-11-27T09:24:00.000-05:00

Spring Arbor Free Methodist Church will be offering three showings of the stage musical The Two From Galilee December 3rd, 4th, and 5th, 2010. Based on the best-selling novel “Two from Galilee” by Marjorie Holmes tickets are free but must be reserved in advance either by calling the church or stopping in the church office.

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National American Indian Heritage Month - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-11-26T11:28:00.000-05:00

National American Indian Heritage Month (November) is a wonderful opportunity and time for children to learn not only about their heritage but the heritage of all Americans. Just because one month of the year is set aside to celebrate and show appreciation for the American Indians both current and past does not mean the learning or celebration should be confined to just one month of the year.

National American Indian Heritage Month - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

Free things to do in Lansing Michigan November 26th and 27th - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2010-11-26T06:16:00.000-05:00

Free things to do in Lansing, Michigan on November 26th and 27th include three fun Christmas events: the Mason Holiday Celebration in Mason, Michigan, Winter Wonderland at Eastwood Towne Center, and Holiday Storytime with Mrs. Claus at Schuler Books & Music. On a less festive side there are not one but two opportunities to discuss Allie Phillips animal advocate book, "How Sheltered Pets are Brokered for Experimentation: Understanding Pound Seizure."

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War on Terror Memorial added at Withington Park Jackson Michigan - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2010-11-24T11:33:00.000-05:00

The crowd started to gather well before ten thirty on November 11th, 2010 for the dedication of the latest memorial monument, the "War on Terror" memorial, being added to the many other monuments at Withington Park (also known as Veterans Park) in Jackson, Michigan.

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Review of The Adventures of Amelia Airheart Butterfly in bye! bye! Dragonfly! - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-11-23T09:20:00.000-05:00

Amelia Butterfly has her wings and can fly but she has a horrid time with her landings, not the soft gentle landings you would expect from a butterfly. Her big problem is Despicable Dragonfly has planted seeds of doubt in her mind causing her to fail every time.

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Review of The Flight of Orville Wright Caterpillar by Donna Perugini - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-11-22T06:21:00.001-05:00

"The Flight of Orville Wright Caterpillar" by Donna Perugini presents the gospel message of believing, trust, and salvation in a delightful manner even the youngest of children will enjoy and understand. Coupled with the simple but colorful illustrations by Nancy Titolo "The Flight of Orville Wright Caterpillar" is an touching book for children and adults.

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100 Bible Stories by Stephen Elkins for children - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-11-21T08:06:00.000-05:00

Parents, grandparents or friends if you are looking for a way for children to learn and remember bible stories “100 Bible Stories” by Stephen Elkins could be your answer.

The bright colored illustrations on each page are only the beginning of the terrific features found in “100 Bible Stories”. The book comes with two CDs which each contain 50 songs to go along with the bible stories.

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Review of Thanksgiving Day at Our House: Thanksgiving Poems for the Very Young - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-11-20T21:18:00.001-05:00

“Thanksgiving Day at Our House: Thanksgiving Poems for the Very Young” by Nancy White Carlstrom and R.W. Alley is a wonderful addition to any family Thanksgiving Day tradition. This collection of poems covers many events surround or connected to the Thanksgiving Day holiday. From school day before the holiday to good night prayers there are a variety of poems for each topic.

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List of Lansing Michigan and surrounding area Wineries - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2010-11-20T08:34:00.000-05:00

We may not be as famous as the Napa Valley but Michigan is home to an outstanding number of wineries. The Michigan winery industry, along with related products such as grapes and grape juice, provide over 5,000 jobs state wide and pay more than 42 million dollars in state and local taxes. Yes the winery industry in Michigan is an important part of our economy.

List of Lansing Michigan and surrounding area Wineries - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

Thanksgiving Day children craft books - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-11-19T13:59:00.000-05:00

The holidays seem to always lend themselves to an array of craft ideas for children. Thanksgiving Day is one of the most popular holidays for children’s crafts. The Lansing Children’s Books Examiner was able to find a variety of Thanksgiving Day children’s crafts books in the Lansing and Jackson area. Keep Reading >>>

Daily Joy Scripture & What Makes me SMILE

2010-11-19T09:00:00.002-05:00

Deuteronomy 16:15
For seven days celebrate the festival to the LORD your God at the place the LORD will choose. For the LORD your God will bless you in all your harvest and in all the work of your hands, and your joy will be complete. Deuteronomy 16:14-16 (in Context) Deuteronomy 16 (Whole Chapter)(NIV)
What Makes me SMILE?
Friends

Favorite Sites:
Spreading Joy Corporation ~ Truth for Life Coaching
~ Prodigal Returns! ~

Movie reviews: Facing the Giants - by Faith Draper - Helium

2010-11-18T19:06:00.000-05:00

“Facing the Giants” is a wonderful inspiring film if you are facing trials in life and feeling much like Job yourself, it reaches out to non-believers, and is refreshing clean entertainment.

Grant Taylor, played by Alex Kendrick who also co-wrote and directed the movie, is the football coach for the Shiloh Eagles. In his six years as coach his team has ... Keep Reading >>

Daily Joy Scripture & What Makes me SMILE

2010-11-18T09:00:00.006-05:00

Deuteronomy 16:14
Be joyful at your festival—you, your sons and daughters, your male and female servants, and the Levites, the foreigners, the fatherless and the widows who live in your towns. Deuteronomy 16:13-15 (in Context) Deuteronomy 16 (Whole Chapter) (NIV)

What Makes me SMILE?
Spring Rain

Favorite Sites:
Spreading Joy Corporation ~ Truth for Life Coaching
~ Prodigal Returns! ~

Free things to do in Lansing Michigan November 20th and 21st - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2010-11-18T08:53:00.000-05:00

Live music, crafts and goodies, a movie, games and exhibits, Santa and his reindeer, poetry, a potluck and herpetology - how can you not have fun with this selection of free things to do in Lansing,

Free things to do in Lansing Michigan November 20th and 21st - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

Daily Joy Scripture & What Makes me SMILE

2010-11-17T09:00:00.004-05:00

Leviticus 9:24
Fire came out from the presence of the LORD and consumed the burnt offering and the fat portions on the altar. And when all the people saw it, they shouted for joy and fell facedown. Leviticus 9:23-24 (in Context) Leviticus 9 (Whole Chapter) (NIV)

What Makes me SMILE?

Meat Lover's Pizza

Favorite Sites:
Spreading Joy Corporation ~ Truth for Life Coaching
~ Prodigal Returns! ~

Daily Joy Scripture & What makes me Smile

2010-11-16T15:36:00.004-05:00

Genesis 31:27

Why did you run off secretly and deceive me? Why didn’t you tell me, so I could send you away with joy and singing to the music of timbrels and harps? Genesis 31:26-28 (in Context) Genesis 31 (Whole Chapter)(NIV)

What makes me SMILE?
Chocolate

Favorite Sites:

Spreading Joy Corporation ~ Truth for Life Coaching
~ Prodigal Returns! ~

More Than Moccasins A Kid's Activity Guide to Traditional North American Indian - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-11-16T14:59:00.000-05:00

November is National American Indian Heritage month and a wonderful way for children and families to celebrate the month is with the book “More Than Moccasins: A Kid's Activity Guide to Traditional North American Indian Life” by Laurie Carlson. With over 100 illustrated crafts and activities children will have fun while learning about traditions of different American Indians.

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Review of The Very First Thanksgiving Day by Rhonda Gowler Greene - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-11-16T00:15:00.001-05:00

The simple rhyming text and brilliant matching illustrations make “The Very First Thanksgiving Day” by author Rhonda Gowler Greene and illustrator Susan Gaber a great children’s book to introduce young children not only to the Thanksgiving Day holiday but the history behind the day.

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Review of H Is for Honor: A Millitary Family Alphabet - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-11-07T15:01:00.001-05:00

Author Devin Scillian and illustrator Victor Juhasz put together a great alphabet book geared towards military families. “H Is for Honor: A Millitary Family Alphabet” not only explains the different branches of the Armed Services but also stresses the importance of honor and the sacrifices military families must endure.

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Michigan’s official state Christmas tree at Lansing Capital Building - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2010-11-07T07:17:00.000-05:00

Michigan's official state Christmas tree is located at the Lansing Capital Building. This year’s official state Christmas tree for the eighth year in a row comes from the Upper Peninsula. On November 4th the 65 foot tall, 30 foot wide, 70 year old white spruce was cut in Republic Township and loaded on a semi for a two day trip to Lansing.... Keep Reading >>

Pepper’s Purple Heart: A Veterans Day Story by Heather French Henry - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-11-06T11:13:00.000-04:00

If you are looking for a good children’s book to help explain Veterans Day to children “Pepper's Purple Heart: A Veterans Day Story” by Heather French Henry is a good choice. Read full Review >>

Review of Have You Filled a Bucket Today A Guide to Daily Happiness for Kids - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-11-05T10:16:00.000-04:00

A must have children’s book for any family with children (or even those without) is “Have You Filled a Bucket Today: A Guide to Daily Happiness for Kids” by Carol McCloud. We’ve all seen the rash of bulling, young people committing suicide, and the increasing use of substance by younger and younger children. A large portion of these horrors is due to words – things people/children/kids say to others. Read More >>

Review of Thanksgiving Day by Anne Rockwell and Lizzy Rockwell - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-11-05T09:11:00.000-04:00

“Thanksgiving Day“ by Anne Rockwell and Lizzy Rockwell is the story of Charlie and his class. Charlie’s teacher reads the class a story about the first Thanksgiving Day and the class decides to put on a play about Thanksgiving Day. All of the children have parts to play and while putting on the play they also learn a lot about the holiday. Read full review

Review of Thanksgiving Day A Time to Be Thankful by award winning author Elaine - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-11-03T12:49:00.001-04:00

No, it's not too early to start thinking about Thanksgiving Day. You know right after Halloween everyone starts planning for the next big holiday Thanksgiving Day. "Thanksgiving Day A Time to Be Thankful" by Elaine Landau is a wonderful children's book to not only get children (and the whole family for that matter) in the mood for turkey and dressing but also gives some important and fun information about the holiday.Read More >>

Review of children’s book The Wall by Eve Bunting - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-11-02T10:18:00.000-04:00

Children’s books do not need to always be funny or entertaining. Part of life and growing up is sometimes serious and “The Wall” by Eve Bunting is a somber touching book that introduces children to a sad part of life – losing loved one to war. Read More >>

American Indian Heritage: book review of North American Indians - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-11-01T09:52:00.001-04:00

November is National American Indian Heritage Month and a simple but informative book for children is “North American Indians” by Douglas Gorsline. “North American Indians” describes more than a dozen different American Indian tribes with very realistic illustrations and basic information on each tribe.

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Review of Thanksgiving Is for Giving Thanks by Margaret Sutherland - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-10-31T19:55:00.000-04:00

What a great book to get children of all ages thinking about what they are thankful for. “Thanksgiving Is for Giving Thanks” by Margaret Sutherland is a charming children’s book filled with autumn colors that gets children thinking outside of the box of Thanksgiving Day being just about pilgrims and turkey.Read More >>

Withington Park aka Veterans Park Jackson Michigan - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2010-10-31T14:12:00.000-04:00

Withington Park also known as “Veterans Park” in Jackson, Michigan is as the park sign says “Dedicated to the Veterans”. Although the park encompasses only a ¼ acres in downtown Jackson it is packed with memories and honor to all of our soldiers. Withington Park aka Veterans Park Jackson Michigan - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

Review of children’s book The Veterans Day Visitor - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-10-30T07:21:00.000-04:00

Veterans Day is one of those holidays celebrated in the United States that seems to easily be forgotten and children know little about. “The Veterans Day Visitor” by Peter Catalanotto and Pamela Schembri is a heart touching children’s book about this sad situation. Read More >>

Review of Guess How Much I Love You by Sam McBratney - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-10-27T11:41:00.000-04:00

Finding children’s books showing the love of a mother for her child is rather common but in “Guess How Much I Love You” by Sam McBratney we find a father showing his love for his son. Read more...

Spend a day at Meckley’s Flavor Fruit Farm - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2010-10-24T10:07:00.000-04:00

Meckley's Flavor Fruit Farm is located in Somerset Center, Michigan which is a few miles south of Jackson, Michigan. It’s easy to spend a day at the farm because they have so much to offer. If you haven’t made a trip to Meckley’s a family tradition you may want to start. Read More...

View slide show of great things to do at Meckley's HERE

Apples Apples Everywhere Learning about Apple Harvests by Robin Koontz - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-10-23T10:53:00.000-04:00

Apples, Apples Everywhere Learning about Apple Harvests by Robin Koontz and illustrated by Nadine Takvorian is a perfect book for children during the fall in Michigan. There are apples everywhere of many different varieties. Read More

Shameless Plea for Help!

2010-10-21T18:19:00.000-04:00

I am not a lazy person. I work and work and work but for the last few years have done nothing but go down hill. I’ve made the statement, “It’s like I take one step forward and two steps backwards.”

This has got to STOP. I see my first error in life as being centering too much on the negative. A dear friend who has been a tremendous help over the short time I’ve known him has become my ‘outlet for whining’. This is wrong on my part.

I am normally a happy person no matter what the situation and love nothing more than making other people smile and even laugh. One of my favorite sayings is ‘Smile at the world and the world will smile back’. My second favorite saying is ‘Laugh in the face of adversity’.

Next to my concentrating on the negative in my life I would have to say my next big problem is NOT asking for help. No matter how bad things seem to get I feel I should be able to solve my problems and half the world’s too by myself. This is stopping now.

I need HELP! I am NOT asking for hand-outs or freebies. All I am asking for is a little help from the thousands of people I have come in contact with over the years. The help I’m asking for will not cost you a penny and only a few minutes of your time – unless of course you would like to give more time. I minute or two a day would be spectacular :)

So, this is how YOU can help – I write for three different online web sites and I earn money each time someone reads one of my articles. I also submit photographs to a fourth site where all you have to do is look at the pictures I’ve taken and am sharing online.

You don’t have to buy anything, don’t have to subscribe (although you can if you would like), and I’m not asking you to sign up for anything. PLEASE, just read my articles, view my pictures, and share with your friends if you like. All of these help me tremendously and will be a great blessing to me. And, remember, when you bless others those blessings will come back to you multiplied.

Ok, that’s my shameless plea for help of course prayers are always appreciated too. If you are willing to help me I am listing here the four places I earn money from ‘visitors’. These are my profile pages so any of the articles or pictures take your pick and I pray you will enjoy.

You will find the majority of my original work on these sites:

Lansing Children's Books Examiner – here I write mainly reviews of children’s books.

Lansing City Guide Examiner – lots of things to do around Lansing & South Central Michigan.

Published Associated Content You never know what I am doing here, slideshows, reviews, commentaries, memoirs.

Photography on Redgage - lots of flowers, sunrise, sunset, buildings, and what ever catches my eye, I do tend to take my camera most everywhere I go.

My Site By Faith Only.com
Follow Me on Twitter

Thank you so very much for your help, may the Lord Bless you a million times over!

Warning for Tweet Users

2010-10-21T08:50:00.000-04:00

First, Good morning all! I have noticed a 'trend' on Twitter of people 're-tweeting' other users but replacing important information such as links to articles or photographs. These people are 'using' other people's words, tweets, efforts, to gain traffic to their own sites and profits.

My advice to Twitter users is before you thank someone for re-tweeting (sharing your information with their followers) make sure they have not altered your original tweet (post). When you thank those people it is doing nothing more that drawing the attention of YOUR followers to these people.

This may seem tough but as far as I am concerned this is bordering on plagiarism and should NOT be encouraged. A good share of the links I share on Tweeter do bring me income when people read my articles or view my photographs to when those links are altered those people are in fact steeling from myself and the other people who have posted similar links...

You will find the majority of my original work on these sites:

My Site By Faith Only.com
Lansing Children's Books Examiner

Lansing City Guide Examiner

Published Associated Content

Photography on Redgage

Follow Me on Twitter

This is just one example of the photographs I share on Redgage!

Sincerely,

Faith Draper aka byfaithonly

Duck & Goose Find a Pumpkin by Tad Hills book review - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-10-11T06:15:00.000-04:00

Preschoolers will love “Duck & Goose Find a Pumpkin” by Tad Hills. Duck and Goose want a pumpkin like their friend has and set out on a mission to find one. Children will have great fun looking for the pumpkin as Duck and Goose look in a hollow log, in the pile of leaves and even in an apple tree among several other places.
Duck & Goose Find a Pumpkin by Tad Hills book review - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

Safe alternatives to Trick or Treating in the Lansing area - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2010-10-11T05:32:00.000-04:00

Are there safe alternatives to Trick or Treating in the Lansing area? Gone are the days of children prancing from door to door giggling and laughing as they shout “Trick or Treat”. Gone are the days of neighbors filling bags, pillowcases, or pumpkins with goodies like homemade cookies, caramel apples, pop-corn balls, and fresh made fudge.Keep Reading >>>

Free things to do in Lansing Michigan October 7th - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2010-10-06T13:04:00.000-04:00

There are all kinds of options for free things to do in Lansing Michigan on Thursday, October 7th. If none of these activities interest you there is also the option of getting out and viewing the beautiful fall colors. Walk, ride, or just set in a park and you are sure to see some early autumn Michigan colors. Check out the List HERE

Waterloo Pioneer Day Festival at Waterloo Farm Museum and Dewey School Museum - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2010-10-05T12:05:00.000-04:00

The Waterloo Pioneer Day Festival at Waterloo Farm Museum and Dewey School Museum is Sunday, October 10, 2010. At the festival you can see demonstrations of dressmaking, weaving, and spinning. View farm tools used for tasks such as making cider, husking corn and making sauerkraut. MORE INFO >>

Chief Okemos and Okemos Village Michigan Historical Marker - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2010-10-04T17:50:00.001-04:00

If you enjoy tracking down Michigan Historical Markers the Chief Okemos and Okemos Village Michigan Historical Marker is one you might easily miss. Located on Okemos Rd at Hamilton Rd in Okemos, Ingham County, Michigan there is not a whole lot to see here. Parking off street is available at the nearby bank. Chief Okemos did play a large role in Michigan history though so if your mission is to see how many historical markers you can add to your list you will want to include this one. Learn More >>>

The Jesus Storybook Bible Every Story Whispers His Name review - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-10-04T09:16:00.001-04:00

The Jesus Storybook Bible: Every Story Whispers His Name by Sally Lloyd-Jones is a delightfully unique children’s bible storybook. Each story in the book gently reminds the reader of what the bible is truly about – what God has done for us. Even though the recommended reading age is 9-12 the stories and illustrations will hold the attention of younger readers as well as older one. Read Full Review >>

Jars of Clay and Brandon Heath at Great Lakes Christian College Lansing Michigan - Lansing city guide | Examiner.com

2010-10-02T11:08:00.001-04:00

Christian music award winners Jars of Clay and Brandon Heath will be at Great Lakes Christian College in Lansing, Michigan on Saturday, October 9, 2010. This family event is for all ages, young and old will enjoy the music and messages shared by these Christian artists. More Info >>

The Beginner’s Bible: Timeless Children’s Stories - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-10-01T16:06:00.000-04:00

With over 5 million copies sold it’s easy to understand why “The Beginner's Bible: Timeless Children's Stories” won the 2006 Retailers Choice Award for Children’s Nonfiction. First published in 1989 “The Beginner's Bible: Timeless Children's Stories” has entertained and introduced millions of young children to key stories in the bible.Read full Review >>

Whoopi Goldberg helps teach kids manners - Lansing Children’s Books | Examiner.com

2010-09-30T14:05:00.001-04:00

American actress, singer, songwriter, talk show host, and comedienne, Whoopi Goldberg brings her long list of talents to a children’s book designed to help teach kids manners in Goldberg’s typical humorous fashion. Whoopi's Big Book of Manners by Whoopi Goldberg is a delightful read for both children and parents. Keep Reading...