Books with author Michelle Medlock Adams

Developed for children age five to nine, Arch Books are known for their biblical and historical accuracy. Each 16 page Bible story book uses simple poetry and language to present children with a clear Gospel connection. A letter to parents is included and offers background to the Bible story and suggestions for its application. This Arch Book tells the story of David and Goliath as revealed in 1 Samuel.

In this lively board book, a young boy starts his first day of school not knowing what to expect. Follow along as he explores his classroom, makes new friends, and enjoys all the creative and interesting activities school can offer. My First Day of School helps first-time students, from preschoolers to kindergartners, understand what happens at school, while providing parents the opportunity to answer questions their child may have. An enthusiastic narrator and bright, cheerful illustrations will have first-time students eagerly anticipating their first day of school.

Get Your Spirit On! is for girls and young women who are already cheerleaders, aspire to be cheerleaders, or simply wish to cheer for God. This upbeat devotional offers one entry per week for 40 weeks (which should cover a typical cheer season) and features a prayer (Megaphone to Master); a scripture (Strength Training); a thought-provoking question (Fire Up!); a journaling section (Ready. Ok.), a say it out loud declaration (Give a Shout!) and an action step (Jump Into Acton!), as well as Fit Tips, Fast Stats about cheerleading, and words to actual chants and cheers.Whether done on your own, in a small group, or with your cheer squad, Get Your Spirit On! is sure to lift your spirits and deepen your relationship with God, as well as strengthen the bond with your teammates and friends. A note from the author:“Today, 80 percent of schools in America have a cheerleading squad. In fact, according to current statistics, there are 1.2 million cheerleaders ages 6-11 in the United States, and another 1.6 million ages 12-17. Cheerleading has been called the fastest-growing sport in the U.S., and it's easy to see why. With the addition of All-Star cheer squads, girls are now able to showcase their athletic ability, showmanship, and spirit in All-Star cheer competitions, as well as support their home team in traditional game settings. More and more girls are becoming cheerleaders!“Media moguls have picked up on this growing subculture of cheerleaders, which is obvious by the success of such reality shows: “Cheerleader Nation,” “Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team” and “Cheer Stars” to name a few. “Pick up a copy of Get Your Spirit On! and begin your 40-week journey. Walk closer with God and cheer up others with the Good News of Christ!”

Get Your Spirit On! is for girls and young women who are already cheerleaders, aspire to be cheerleaders, or simply wish to cheer for God. This upbeat devotional offers one entry per week for 40 weeks (which should cover a typical cheer season) and features a prayer (Megaphone to Master); a scripture (Strength Training); a thought-provoking question (Fire Up!); a journaling section (Ready. Ok.), a say it out loud declaration (Give a Shout!) and an action step (Jump Into Acton!), as well as Fit Tips, Fast Stats about cheerleading, and words to actual chants and cheers.Whether done on your own, in a small group, or with your cheer squad, Get Your Spirit On! is sure to lift your spirits and deepen your relationship with God, as well as strengthen the bond with your teammates and friends. A note from the author:“Today, 80 percent of schools in America have a cheerleading squad. In fact, according to current statistics, there are 1.2 million cheerleaders ages 6-11 in the United States, and another 1.6 million ages 12-17. Cheerleading has been called the fastest-growing sport in the U.S., and it's easy to see why. With the addition of All-Star cheer squads, girls are now able to showcase their athletic ability, showmanship, and spirit in All-Star cheer competitions, as well as support their home team in traditional game settings. More and more girls are becoming cheerleaders!“Media moguls have picked up on this growing subculture of cheerleaders, which is obvious by the success of such reality shows: “Cheerleader Nation,” “Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team” and “Cheer Stars” to name a few. “Pick up a copy of Get Your Spirit On! and begin your 40-week journey. Walk closer with God and cheer up others with the Good News of Christ!”

A new size for this popular introduction to Christmas for littles ones. Here's an engaging introduction to the true meaning of Christmas, now in a new, convenient size. Michelle Medlock Adams' warm, humorous text lists all of the things that Christmas might be about, only to conclude that it is truly about celebrating the birth of Jesus, our Savior. Through the whimsical art and rhyming, fun-to-read verse, even the youngest child will come to understand what Christmas is. Ages 2-5.

Birthdays are always a special time for children. And there is one special birthday we celebrate each year--Jesus' birthday. This charming little book recognizes the birthday aspect of Christmas, a concept even very young children understand. Rhyming text and colorful illustrations depict a family decorating in honor of Jesus, singing "Happy Birthday" to Him, and even making a birthday cake! The story is a great way to introduce children to the holiday and involve them in celebrating the true meaning of Christmas: the amazing gift of Jesus Christ.

Little learners can discover the symbols, values, and beliefs that make America so great with this patriotic follow-up to best-selling board books What Is Christmas? and What Is Easter?In this engaging look at America, Michelle Medlock Adams introduces little ones to the beliefs and ideals that make America unique. Heartfelt and humorous questions ponder all of the things that America might be about-the flag, the Fourth of July, the Statue of Liberty. Readers quickly learn that America is about more than symbols and monuments. It's a land of freedom and democracy where dreams come true. Whimsical artwork and rhyming verse will capture children's imaginations as they explore what America means to them.

This story retell the story of Samson (Judges 15—16). God had set Samson apart before he was born. Throughout his life, Samson was well-known for his amazing physical strength. But Samson had weaknesses that lead to his downfall. Children learn from this book that real strength cannot be measured by our physical abilities but by God's purpose for us.

“Michelle Medlock Adams has created a fun, lively devotional that’s sure to appeal to dinosaur lovers of all ages. Filled with fun dino facts, journaling prompts, and Scripture, Dinosaur Devotions shares truth from God's Word in a way that kids will understand and enjoy. What a great way to get children interested in the Bible."—Victoria Osteen, New York Times bestselling author and copastor of Lakewood Church in Houston, TexasDinosaur Devotions will help your middle grade children dig deeper into the Word while uncovering fascinating facts about dinosaurs! These 75 devotions also include segments like Dino Stats, Bible Excavation, Digging Deeper, Did You Know?, and Jurassic Journaling. Dinosaur Devotions blends fun dinosaur facts with a deeper understanding of God’s Word, making your child's faith journey an extra fun adventure!Award-winning author Michelle Medlock Adams offers Dinosaur Devotions—a fun way to help your dinosaur-loving kids connect with God. These 75 devotions include bright, colorful illustrations and uncover facts about specific dinosaur species while providing spiritual insight and easy-to-understand takeaways that will encourage your children to take their faith to the next level! Your kids will also love segments like Dino Stats (a dinosaur's measurements), Bible Excavation (a main Bible verse), Digging Deeper (self-reflection questions), Did You Know? (fun facts), and Jurassic Journaling (creative writing opportunities) that make this devotional interactive and even more memorable.

A lift-the-flap book that introduces little ones to the concept of God's love. God's love is plainly promised to us in the Bible, but the concept can be difficult for a young child to understand. In Peek-a-Boo Promises: God Loves You, cheerful artwork and simple text combine to help relate the biblical promise of God's love to everyday events in the lives of children. Little ones will love lifting the flaps to uncover the rhymed conclusion of each promise. And they'll begin to learn about the Bible as they do so. Ages 2-5.

Here is the story of the little colt who carried Jesus on his triumphant entry into Jerusalem. Told from the perspective of the colt, the story begins with Mama Colt explaining who Jesus is, then moves through Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem amid the cheering throngs of his followers. While often included as part of the Easter story, this is a unique approach to the story of Palm Sunday. Paperback, 9 x 9, 32 pages, ages 4 to 8

An engaging introduction to the true meaning of Easter, now in a new, convenient size. Michelle Medlock Adams' warm, humorous text lists all of the things that Easter might be about, only to conclude that it is truly about celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus, our Savior. Through the whimsical art and rhyming, fun-to-read verse, even the youngest child will come to understand what Easter is. Ages 2-5.