Episode 139: Celebrating Easter with Books from Our Friends

In this episode we look at some great Easter books written by our friends who have been on our show in the past. We share books for our youngest little ones to our older elementary readers. All of them are filled with the greatest story of all: Jesus’ story of His death and resurrection and …

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Episode 138: Sara Chinakwe Interview and Celebrating Our Heritage

In this episode of, we talk with writer/teacher Sara Chinakwe about her new book You Come from Greatness and about building a heritage through the stories we tell our children.  Our Guest: Sara Chinakwe Sara Chinakwe wife, mother, teacher, and children’s ministry leader. She encourages women and children to pursue God’s purpose and embrace their God-given identity. …

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Episode 137: Celebrating Irish-American Heritage and Women’s History Month

In this episode we look at some books celebrating Irish Heritage and many books with great women heroines. We share some silly books, some serious books, and several books with clever critical-thinking heroes who find creative ways to solve problems. Books Discussed in this Episode: Transcript with Links: Welcome to “Books That Spark,” a podcast …

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Episode 136: Biographies and the Power of Testimony

In this episode of “Books that Spark,” we look at picture book biographies to help encourage and challenge our children to do amazing, world-changing things. Biographies are basically testimonies of what people and God have done. They are powerful in discipling our children.  Biographies Discussed in This Episode: St. Patrick’s Day Books Discussed in This …

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Episode 135: Avoiding New Age and Progressive Theology Picture Books and Parenting Books

In this episode we look at some new picture books and books for parents that teach New Age and Progressive theology. Picture books reflect the culture in which they are written, and we need to know what books contain before buying them and gifting them to others. We look at several of these books and …

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Episode 134: Glenys Nellist Interview and Helping Children Know God Is Always with Them

This week we talk with our long-time friend, author Glenys Nellist. I believe this is her fourth interview with us. Glenys is a prolific writer and has books coming out regularly. She loves sharing God’s love with children. Our Guest: Glenys Nellist Glenys Nellist was born and raised in a little village in northern England. …

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