Books in Growing Up in series

The book of Judges can be a challenge to teach to children because it is filled with idolatry, violence, and immorality, but in it we also see the mercy, love, and hope that God offers His people. This study guide for children covers the book of Judges in 13 lessons and is part of the "Growing Up in God's Word" Bible curriculum series for children. Why teach children the Bible using only the Bible? Can they understand it? Yes! Is it too boring? No! The "Growing Up in God's Word" series shows parents how to effectively teach children the Holy Scriptures using only the Bible, creativity, and a love for the Lord and His Word. Each book in this series contains 13 lessons which include additional enrichment and reinforcement activities such as memory work, mapping exercises, and research topics. It is a curriculum designed to encourage a love of and growth in the knowledge of God's Word.

Children today are constantly faced with moral and values oriented decisions, and peer pressure often makes it difficult for them to make the right choices. This book tells the story of Debra who is pressured to drink a bottle of beer as part of her initiation to the Cool Girls Club. Debra knows that drinking beer is wrong, but she really wants to join the club. As children read through the story they will learn how Debra withstands the pressure to conform and stands up for herself and what she knows is right. The advice in this book can help children deal with all kinds of difficult decisions with self-confidence and a positive attitude.

Ten-year-old Daisy Martinez is excited to begin fourth grade! Daisy and her BFF Blanca are both in room 210 with the wonderful new teacher, Ms. Lilly. When Ms. Lilly calls her class super smart superstars, Daisy decides she's going to prove that she's both. Join Daisy, Blanca, Raymond and all their friends for an exciting year in fourth grade! Calico Chapter Books is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Group. Grades 3-8.