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Discover plenty of inspiration ideas to help teach the novel Number The Stars. This Teacher Created Resources' literature guide includes: sample lesson plans; pre-reading activities; an author sketch and picture of the author; book summary; vocabulary lists and suggested vocabulary activities; quizzes; hands-on projects; cooperative learning activities; cross-curriculum connections; post-reading ideas; book report & research ideas; and other activities. Answer key provided. 48 classroom- reproducible pages, softcover. Grades 3-5. This Literature Unit Guide is designed to be used alongside the sold-separately Number The Stars by Lois Lowry.

A timeless treasure---you won't want to leave your office without it! This revised reference guide is loaded with practical helps and information, and discreetly slips into your pocket. Topics range from pastoral care and church administration to weddings and funerals. Features a topical list of Scripture selections for all occasions. 213 pages, hardcover from Judson.

It is 1943 in Denmark, when ten-year-old Annemarie Johansen's family takes in her best friend Ellen, and poses her as a member of the family. Ellen is Jewish and Jewish people all over the country, and Europe, are being taken by the Nazis and put into Jewish ghettos and concentration camp. This Newbery Medal winner chronicles the life of this family, the hardships they must face and the heroic decisions that they are forced to make.

During World War II, attorney Audra Schaeffer travels with the Hollywood Victory Caravan---but she's more interested in finding her sister's killer than selling war bonds. Then two people are found dead on the train, including star Robert Garfield's ex-wife. Are the deaths related to her sister's? Could the murderer be the man Audra loves? 320 pages, softcover.

Under the Stars Director's Guide arrives in an easy-to-use binder that will lead you through every step of planning for God's Backyard Bible Camp. 80 pages in 1/2-inch 3-ring binder; includes a set of white tabbed dividers.*One Director's Guide is in the SuperSimple Kit.

Twelve-year-old Winnie Willis has a way with horses. She can gentle the wildest mare, but other parts of life don't always come as easily. Along with her dad and sister Lizzy, Winnie is learning how to live without her mom--who was also a natural horse gentler. As Winnie teachers her horses about unconditional love and blind trust, God shows Winnie that He can be trusted as well. Readers will be hooked by the series' vivid cast of characters whose quirky personalities fill Winnie's life with friendship and adventure.In Eager Star, Winnie wants to be a famous horse gentler. She already has one client, and a second has just signed on. But the new client has given her only a week to train a hose for an important race and the rider will be Grant Baines--the most popular boy in school. To him,... Less

Raising Leaders for the Harvest introduces the concept of Leadership Farm Systems, an organic process of leadership development which results in natural and spontaneous multiplication of disciples, groups, ministries and churches. You will be guided step-by-step through the development of your own leadership farm system. Ministerial Study Program resource. Course #303. Tapes and manual by Bob Logan.

To read Exodus is to encounter God. The book is about the mercy, justice, holiness, and glory of almighty God, who rules history by his sovereign power, saves the people of his covenant, and delivers his people from bondage. Once heard, the stories recorded in Exodus leave a lasting impression--and that define God's character. Readers return to these great acts of redemption again and again because they give captives the hope of freedom.In this Preaching the Word commentary, Exodus: Saved for God's Glory Philip Graham Ryken mines the majestic book of Exodus for knowledge of God's character and instruction for his followers. So much can be learned about God through the accounts of his deliverance of the Israelites from Egypt, his many divine interventions for them, and his transformation... Less

Justine Campbell would gladly rewind her life a few months.back before it crumbled around her like so much gilded plaster. Billy Tucker could use a rewind button, too. He'd go back to the day before his humvee exploded in Iraq, injuring himself and killing two of his buddies. Billy's bitterness and Justine's humiliation make for a prickly pair when they first meet, but can either of them let go of the past long enough to let God make their paths straight again?

At 36, Dr. Kendall Haynes feels her dreams of finding a husband and having children will never come true. When former pilot Griffin Walker becomes the reluctant guardian of his 16-year-old brother, he wonders how his life got so off course. Will Kendall and Griffin discover there's been a divine plan all along? 320 pages, softcover from Howard.

This leader kit includes one copy of For Women Only: The Bible Study and two DVDs. Through video women are introduced to author Shaunti Feldhahn and hear how the exciting revelations in For Women Only: What You Need to Know About the Inner Lives of Men came about. Shaunti challenges women to put their men center stage and to shine a spotlight on their innermost thoughts and feelings. This study shows women how to provide the love and support men need but rarely request. Participants prepare for the study each day at home. For each week the material is divided into five days of individual study, taking approximately 30 minutes each day for all study participants. The leader guide is included at the back of the Bible study book. The DVD sessions contain: An introductory session: Unraveling... Less

Teaching your 3- to 6-year-olds at home? You'll need a comprehensive game plan! Like interlocking pieces of a jigsaw puzzle, the building blocks of this 37-week curriculum integrate Scripture, social studies, science, language, arithmetic, music, art, and physical education to help youngsters examine their world from a biblical viewpoint. Kids learn through cross- curricular, hands-on activities centered on a common theme.466 pages, 3-ring binder. This kit comes with an audiocassette tape. If preferred, the sold-separately Horizons Preschool Sing-Along CD may be substituted, as all but one song is available on the CD.

Who was Jesus? A good man? A lunatic? God? There's little question that he actually lived. But miracles? Rising form the dead?Some of the stories you hear about him sound like just that--stories. A reasonable person would never believe them, let alone the claim that he's the only way to God! But a reasonable person would also make sure that he or she understood the facts before jumping to conclusions. That's why Lee Strobel--an award-winning legal journalist with a knack for asking tough questions-- decided to investigate Jesus for himself. As an atheist, Strobel felt certain his findings would bring Christianity's clear claims about Jesus tumbling down like a house of cards. He was in for the surprise of his life.Join him as he retraced his journey from skepticism to faith. You'll... Less

Based on Tim Kimmel's book, Little House on the Freeway, The Hurried Family video study explores the symptoms of a hurried family and provides counsel for restoring calmness and giving the gift of rest to others. Spend the next few weeks going through this fun, fast-paced interactive small group study with friends or neighbors. The principles discussed will empower you and your family with practical, stress saving skills and confidence as you head toward sanity, peace and family harmony. Kit includes: Eight 15-20 minute sessions on 2 DVD's 8 Participant Workbooks 1 copy of the book, Little House On The Freeway 1 Facilitator CD-ROM Facilitator Guide (PDF) Promotional Materials

When her father disappears in war-torn Mississippi, Hannah Dandridge finds herself responsible not only for her younger siblings but for the ranch her father recently acquired on the Texas plains. Though a marriage of convenience could ease her predicament, she determines to trust God for direction. Wounded soldier William Barnett returns to his home only to discover that his family's ranch has been seized. Though angry and bitter at this turn of events, he's surprised to discover that it is a beautiful young woman with amazing fortitude who is struggling to keep the place running. Hannah, desperate for help, and William, desperate to regain his family's land, form an uneasy truce. But nearby Comanche tribes, the arrival of Confederate soldiers, and a persistent suitor all threaten the... Less

Using the biblical use of astronomy--for signs and seasons--as a foundation, this illustrated book will take a deeper look at the stars and sun we so often view. Filled with notes on historical practices, readers learn about where the terms A.M. and P.M came from, how Passover is linked to astronomical cycles, and the biblical heritage of timekeeping through the sky! 40 pages of field activities are included as well. 225 pages with index and astronomical tables.

A variety of perspectives exist within the Christian community when it comes to political issues and political involvement. Comprehensive and readable Politics According to the Bible presents a political philosophy from the perspective that the Gospel pertains to all of life and therefore argues that Christians should be involved in political issues.In brief, Politics: According to the Bible is an analysis of conservative and liberal plans to do good for the nation, evaluated in light of the Bible, common sense, and factual statistics from the US government and other agencies. Based on these sources, Grudem draws conclusions about Christian interaction with politics, about the extent to which Christians should be trustworthy of popular political dialogue, and what the appropriate... Less

Designed as a textbook for teaching introductory Greek grammar and syntax, Greek Is Good Grief uses a graded database, beginning with the simpler Greek of John 1, moving to Mark 8 as an example of middle level Greek, and concluding with 1 Thessalonia-ns 1-2 as representative of Paul's style. Working from that database, the chapters introduce first those forms which occur most frequently. Translation of the Greek New Testament itself can begin as early as Chapter 5 because translation helps are provided for those words and forms not yet encountered.The practice sentences in each chapter are, to the greatest degree possible, based on sentences taken directly from the Greek New Testament. Form identification exercises afford students the opportunity to drill on forms specific to the content... Less

Homeschool dad Joel F. King will bring your students through the fifty states-and the pioneers, musicians, soldiers, explorers, and others who helped found this great country! Listed in alphabetical order, state information given includes the capital, the date it entered the Union, population & ranking, land area & ranking, picture of the state & state flag, two stories about the state, quick facts boxes, and quizzes! Glossy pages and humorous clip-art illustrations make the Star-Spangled State Book fun for reading and reference. 69 pages, softcover.

For the past few decades a growing number of scholars have attempted to overthrow the traditional Wellhausian view that the so-called 'Yahwist' or 'J' source of the Pentateuch is the oldest of the four major sources. These scholars have argued that J was composed during the exilic or post-exilic periods of ancient Israel. Their arguments have focused on the literary, historiographic, and theological characteristics of 'J'. This book attempts to re-evaluate on linguistic grounds such efforts to place the Yahwist source in the exilic or post-exilic periods. The study employs the methodology developed most prominently by Avi Hurvitz for identifying characteristic features of post-exilic Hebrew ('Late Biblical Hebrew'). This divides the language of the Hebrew Bible into three main... Less

Revolution is for every guy who wants to live a revolutionary life. The NIV Revolution Bible equips you to be a revolutionary— living your faith on the edge, challenging things that need to be challenged, discovering new possibilities, and helping others to discover them as well.Like no other Bible you have ever read, NIV Revolution is for today's teen guy living in a messy world. God knows all about this world—he is the authority when it comes to understanding relationships, communication, sex, parents, popularity, peer pressure, drugs, divorce, and everything else teenagers face. He also knows what makes you tick, loves you more than you can ever imagine, and wants you to experience a life of purpose, responsibility, and impact. A revolution of the heart isn't about how confident,... Less

NIV True Images, the only NIV Bible designed specifically for teen girls ages 13-16, is for real teenage girls with real lives. Packed with edgy graphics, personal notes, cool quizzes, challenging insights, and open discussion about the realities of life, this Bible is designed to help you build a closer relationship with God. NIV True Images is as sincere about your walk with God as you are, helping you discover his will for all areas of your life, including relating to your family, dealing with friends, work, sports, guys and so much more. Whether you are reading the reality-based 'In Focus' stories about real teenage issues, drawing encouragement from 'Love Notes From God,' or letting 'Truth or Dare' challenge you in practical ways, what you will value most is discovering how deeply... Less

The Faith and Science Lecture Forum in April 1998 hosted a debate between Christian philosopher William Lane Craig and Oxford University's Peter Atkins, a professor of chemistry and an outspoken atheist. The moderator was William F. Buckley.The debate, What Is the Evidence for/against the Existence of God, drew an overflow crowd at The Carter Center in Atlanta and was broadcast live to 10,000 people in universities and colleges in the US.The forum also received much attention in the press here and abroad. Dr. Craig has participated in numerous debates with skeptics and atheists, and in his presentation, he makes a powerful case for the existence of God.

Inspired by Marcus Borg, Experience! offers adults an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the Bible in the formation of their mature faith. This small group, adult theological re-education curriculum was inspired by Marcus Borg's Reading the Bible Again for the First Time. The curriculum, designed for group use, is experiential in methodology, valuing the wisdom of each person and the integrity of their experience of the Sacred. Includes 2 books, DVD, 10 participant booklets & 10 posters.

NIV True Images: The Bible for Teen Girls is designed just for you—a teen girl living in today's world. This hardcover Bible explores how the timeless truths of the Bible relate to your life, your relationships, and the things you care about most. Packed with personal notes, cool quizzes, challenging insights, smart advice, and open discussion about life today, NIV True Images is the Bible for today’s teenage girls.NIV True Images, the only NIV Bible designed specifically for teen girls ages 13 – 16, is for real teenage girls with real lives. Its edgy graphics, personal notes, cool quizzes, challenging insights, and open discussion about the realities of life are designed to help you build a closer relationship with God. NIV True Images is as sincere about your walk with God as you are,... Less