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Latest Books
Explore the newest titles from Eerdmans Books for Young Readers, see our best-sellers, and check out where we've been reviewed.
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Do You Have a Cat?
written by Eileen Spinelli
illustrated by Geraldo Valério
Feisty cats. Quiet cats. Curious cats. Striped cats. Cats of all shapes and sizes cavort across the pages of this delightful book, bringing to life such varied historical figures as Cleopatra, Henri Matisse, Charles Lindbergh, and Queen Victoria — cat owners all. read an excerpt
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Animals of the Bible
written by Marie-Hélène Delval
illustrated by Aurélia Fronty
The Bible's stories abound with animals, from Jonah's giant fish and Daniel's lions to humble sparrows and tiny ants. This colorful book uses simple language to introduce children to the menagerie of animals that populate the pages of the Bible, and shows how even the smallest of creatures bear witness to God's wisdom and love. read an excerpt
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The Bible for Young Children
written by Marie-Hélène Delval
illustrated by Götting
The Bible is filled with memorable stories — David and Goliath, Daniel in the lions’ den, Jonah and the big fish, the wise men following the star to Jesus. This selection of stories, retold in simple language for young readers, will introduce children to some of the Bible’s most heroic figures and unforgettable events. read an excerpt
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Sivu's Six Wishes
written and illustrated by Jude Daly
Sivu is a stonemason who can create extraordinary things out of rock. But he is poor, and as time goes by, he becomes bitter and envious. If only he could be rich and powerful — surely then he would be happy. Suddenly and mysteriously, Sivu's wish is granted. Not just once but six times! Sivu becomes in turn a rich businessman, the mayor, the sun, a rain cloud, the wind — and finally a great rock. Surely nothing can be more powerful than Sivu now. But at that very moment he hears banging, and more banging, far beneath him . . . read an excerpt
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The Middle Sheep
written by Frances Watts
illustrated by Judy Watson
The adventures of Extraordinary Ernie and Marvelous Maud continue . . . but who — or what — is making the usually cheerful and dependable Maud so grumpy? And why are she and Ernie arguing all the time? It seems to Ernie that being his sidekick just isn’t important to Maud anymore. Ernie and Maud must learn the value of teamwork (and how to get a sheep out of a tree) before it’s too late. read more
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The Wild Man
written by Mark Barratt
From the author of Joe Rat comes another suspenseful and fast-paced historical novel.Having escaped the clutches of the criminal mastermind Mother and his life scrounging through the sewers of London, Joe Rat is back, now working as a sweeper in the more upscale Lomesbury Square. After he foils a burglary at one of the 'posh' houses on the square, the owner determines to help Joe. But when the owner's son, jealous of the kindness shown to Joe, risks the lives of those around him, Joe will have to decide where his loyalties lie. read more
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The Nativity
written and illustrated by Ruth Sanderson
For centuries, the Gospels of Matthew and Luke have brought the story of the birth of Christ to audiences of all ages. From the breathtaking appearance of the angel Gabriel to the arduous journey of the three wise men, from the chilling decree of Herod to the return of Joseph, Mary, and Jesus to Nazareth, this story becomes all the more vivid when paired with the luminous and detailed illustrations of talented artist Ruth Sanderson. read an excerpt
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I Wanted to Know All about God
written by Virginia Kroll
illustrated by Debra Reid Jenkins
New board book format!
In simple, poetic language this engaging book explores the kinds of questions children ask about God: What God does in the morning? Where God is at night? What colors does God like? What God’s love feels like? The warm, colorful illustrations depict children of diverse cultural backgrounds wondering about God and experiencing God in their daily lives. read the reviews
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| Recently Reviewed
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Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review
on Garmann's Street
"Hole's expressive, detailed and surreal photo-collage illustrations are similar to those in the first outing, with patterned backgrounds and a blend of contemporary and vintage images . . . a visually stunning tale of friendship." full review
Publishers Weekly
on Extraordinary Ernie & Marvelous Maud
"The brevity, spry pace, and humorous line art make Watts's story a good choice for kids who are more used to meeting superheroes on the screen than on the page." full review
Kirkus Reviews
on Ben and the Emancipation Proclamation
"The story and its telling are inspirational, and Cooper's signature oil paintings featuring muted shades of brown are, as usual, lovely . . . a solid Black History choice for younger students." more reviews
The Horn Book Magazine
on Joe Rat
"Here's a novel that takes its Dickensian roots seriously. . . . While the story is unflinchingly realistic, there's more than a little 'Hansel and Gretel' at work as Joe and Bess navigate the dark streets and disgusting sewers of the city in their quest for freedom. As with Dickens, the happy ending might not be exactly earned, but it is welcome." more reviews
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