Books with author James D. Macdonald

Hold on to your hats,And get ready to go.Because the rain's just begun,And it’s time for the show.The adventures ofSami and Thomas Lamb.63 pages of fantastically illustrated poems for kids that are sure to capture the reader's attention. Sami and Thomas Lamb will have you laughing in no time with their crazy adventure. Can you find the stuffie on every page?In a small amount of words, poetry paints amazing pictures of the world around and the human experience. Rainy Day Poems makes kids laugh but also brings adults back to those days of not-so-long-ago when kids rode their bikes through town and imagined new worlds and adventures like the poem in A Bridge to Nowhere, or when skipping stones took the place of game controllers and a busy day meant a long afternoon exploring the back yard like in An Epic Poem for Kids. Although times are a lot faster now and fun is had in different ways, parents and kids value, as much as ever, the simple moments in life, sitting down to eat together, a walk in the park, or reading a book. Taking the time to share a favorite collection of poems builds cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Take the poetry challenge and Read a Poem a Day!

“I promise that you’ll grow up, so treasure each and every day. Never wish one second of your precious time away.” An impatient little unicorn can’t wait to grow up and get its horn, but wise Mother Unicorn lovingly guides her little one to appreciate time and not wish it away. This is a heart-warming story of a mother’s love and guidance in helping her child see beyond the uncertainties of childhood and cherish each and every moment.

On a visit to Grandma's, Sami and Thomas learn how to be good horse-sitters and in the process make a new friend in Pascal the horse. Cleaning the stall and brushing Pascal's shiny coat are just the beginning of this Sami and Thomas horse adventure. Endearing artwork and a story written in rhythm and rhyme make this a book for horse lovers of all ages.

Has hypocrisy crept into your life?It doesn’t just happen overnight. Drifting into hypocrisy is a long, drawn-out journey away from God’s will for your life and toward a two-faced existence. How do you know when your inner self has deteriorated, when you've become an expert at presenting a faithful-looking facade? Hold up the mirror of God's Word and take a good look. Acting like a Christian and saying all the right words sometimes leads to nothing more than empty piety. If you want to live that vibrant life, if you want to be truly blessed, you must get after the disciplines of genuine faith. Follow along with Pastor James MacDonald on the road toward Truth and explore the disciplines of personal Bible study, personal prayer, fasting, fellowship, and service for Christ.Become the real deal. Be authentic.

Across the solar system and on to the Milky Way!School’s out for the summer and Sami and Thomas have big plans. They’ve built a spaceship in their tree house and are going to blast off for a tour of the solar system, but one of the planets holds a special surprise. Vibrant images and flowing verse bring this imaginative story to life. Space lovers and adventurers of all ages are sure to love this cosmic journey.