Books published by publisher FriesenPress

Every kid knows that mommies are the greatest. They feed us and take care of us and love us with all their hearts. But did you know they are also so cool! One little boy sure does. His mommy drives a big, red monster truck, and it's awesome! It bounces and smashes and takes them on amazing adventures all over the country. In her truck, they can do anything and go anywhere, and best of all ... they do it together!...

How did the universe begin? Where did the planets come from? At the beginning of time, a crystal named Amethyst blinks awake and discovers herself alone in a strange void. All around her is a sea of possibility. As she dreams, she sees a universe unfold behind her eyes: a beautiful creation only she can build. Testing her power, she explores the possibilities of life, love, and creation. The universe comes alive at her call.In the heart of Mars, Amethyst meet Pyres. Combining their imaginations, Amethyst's visions continue to awaken across the vast distances of space. Through the act of creation, the two explorers discover something we are all searching for: love.With poetic language and rich imagery, Maria takes readers on a mystical and magical journey that will delight readers both young and young at heart. This fable about how life originated through creation and design encourages us all to reconnect with the lost parts of ourselves. Amethyst and Pyres show us how to unify our hearts with our minds. They remind us of the stunning world we create when we let love in....

My Baby's First Love is a children's book for the loving parent. Lauren's story is a hug from the heart to parents and children all over the world. It embodies the essence of a mother's love and reflects on important teachings worthy of reading your little ones. This book celebrates the universal bond of family and shows love can be presented in the most unexpected ways....

“I invite you to look into the eyes of the homeless… they tell a story.”Homelessness is a serious problem throughout North America—even in Canada and the United States, two of the richest countries in the world. “We must stop this madness,” says Leah Denbok, the teenage Canadian photographer who travelled with her dad for over two years to cities throughout North America, photographing and interviewing the homeless. Leah was inspired by the story of her mother, who at three years old was rescued from the streets of Calcutta by Saint Teresa (formerly Mother Teresa). Nowhere to Call Home is a collection of gritty, black-and-white photographs and the personal stories of individuals who live on the streets. The haunting beauty of the images will stay with you, long after you turn the last page. All the profits from the sale of this book will go to the Salvation Army Barrie Bayside Mission Centre.

Winter is coming, but the little black bear, Lump Lump, isn't ready to go to sleep! With the help of his mother, the wise Blue Bird, and his forest friends, Lump Lump gathers materials for Spider Woman to weave him a blanket of dreams. Inspired by Navajo/Diné culture and folklore, and featuring the work of famed weaver Barbara Teller Ornelas, this beautiful tale of family and friends takes the reader on a journey through the rich traditions and spectacular landscapes of the Southwest....

Though the choice seems simple, Juanita is torn. What is freedom really, if you’re separated from those you love? Does living the life of a wealthy socialite mean turning her back on her poor family? Does she have the courage to face up to the rich girls who bully her in her new school?Juanita Freedom Seeker is a story of love, despair, and liberation. Enjoy Juanita’s spunk as well as her serious side as she straddles the class barrier on her way to adulthood in San Carlos. She shares many valuable lessons to all, regardless of age, seeking freedom to transcend limits.

The Elephant's Shoes is a children's book about love, loss, and healing. We all make decisions in our life-some that make us happy, and some that we regret. Author Charity Yoder believes that everyone, even young children, can better learn how to cope with the sometimes-painful outcome of their choices. This is a beautiful story about the power of connection and how to move on with an open and compassionate heart....

This book is 3-in-1. It includes two full illustrated children's stories and a chapter for adults. The combination of two stories and the help for adults together give common language, images, discussion questions, and practical application for understanding this crucial topic. Most people in the fields of child development, social work, and psychology agree that a pivotal factor in what occurs both inside and between people is the picture of self-worth that each person carries inside.This book is intended for young children and the significant adults in their lives: parents, grandparents, teachers, care-givers, and therapists. Children will find the artsy, playful Huckabirds appealing and will relate to their real life experiences. Adults desiring to give children a Christian perspective and to be intentional in raising healthy, whole-hearted children will be helped and encouraged by the teaching chapter in the back....

Petunia is a chicken who is struggling to make friends. Every time she approaches the popular chickens in her coop, she's sent flying. All of the clucks in the barnyard cliques exclude this newcomer, and it makes her very sad indeed.Then one day, Petunia meets a chicken named Delilah. Delilah has a different point of view. She tells Petunia that the cliques she's trying to crack are being hard-shelled because they think they're better than she is. But as it turns out, Delilah and Petunia are birds of a feather. They flock together and spend the day in giddy adventure. Petunia doesn't struggle in the barnyard anymore. Now, Petunia has a friend....

It all starts with a single question and the desire to learn a thrilling new lesson!Sylvia's mom works from home and when Sylvia claims she's bored, her mom encourages her to find ways to entertain herself by exploring the world around her. Join Sylvia as she uses her imagination, investigates the world around her, and tries to figure things out for herself....