This novel tells the tale of Faelan, a runaway slave in Alexandria, Egypt. Injured by his Roman master, Faelan encounters Heron, the great mathematician, scientist, and inventor.

Can Faelan find a new identity and a brighter future as Heron's apprentice?

It was the day before Christmas in a small Russian village. Alexi's babushka was telling him what Christmas was like when she was a girl - before the soldiers came. "Our church was as crowded as a pod full of peas. Candles made the church as bright as the sunniest day. Watching over us was the blessed icon of St. Nicholas." Alexi had many questions, including, "Why can't we celebrate Christmas tomorrow in St. Nicholas?" Babushka sadly replied that it would take a miracle after sixty years. Well, Alexi had heard enough. If there truly was such a thing as a miracle, why couldn't one happen here? And so unfolds a story which poignantly reveals how, though quiet and hidden, faith and hope can not be suppressed - by soldiers or by time. Beautifully illustrated with original four-color paintings on every page. A perfect Christmas present.

This book tells the story of the wedding in Cana (John 2:1-11). The Arch Book series tells popular Bible stories through fun-to-read rhymes and bright illustrations. This well-loved series captures the attention of children, telling scripturally sound stories that are enjoyable and easy to remember. This product is part of the Accelerated Reader program and carries a point value of .5.

Kids will have hours of fun learning about their favorite sea creatures and ocean phenomena as they work their way through 100 puzzles, games, brainteasers, and jokes in this sea-based activity book. Lead a clownfish through a coral maze; determine which oyster is hiding the pearl; and figure out why sharks are known as lemons, manatees are considered cows, and barbers are simply called fish. It’s a guaranteed whale of a good time!

Each year, millions of people from all over the world bathe in the water of a spring in Lourdes, France. They come to pray for physical and spiritual healing and to remember a young girl who was chosen by the Mother of Jesus to draw us closer to her Son.

Captivatingly illustrated with delicate mixed media—watercolor, inks, gold overlays, and collage—this lovely book tells the story of Saint Bernadette and the beautiful lady, the miraculous spring, and the wonders that continue to make Lourdes a sign of God's tender love for humanity, and especially for the sick.

This book has a very precious look with its lovely gold overlays, and its very unique art. It has a quite different style from the other volumes in the "Life of a Saint" series. Ages 5 and up.