IVP Kids

11/20/2024

🚨LAST CHANCE🚨 to cast your vote for the 2024 IVP Readers' Choice Awards!

Plus, vote and enter for a chance to win the stack of winning books here: https://ivpress.com/readerschoice?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=story&utm_campaign=2024

11/19/2024

Looking to give a gift that inspires wonder, is beautifully illustrated, and perfect for Christmas? Look no further!

'Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver,' written and illustrated by Ned Bustard, is a delightful present for any child in your life.

Order today: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1514001802/

11/18/2024

Vote for your favorite IVP Kids books (and more!) in the 2024 InterVarsity Press Readers' Choice Awards! 🗳️ ivpress.com/readerschoice?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=story&utm_campaign=2024

PLUS see how you can WIN the winning stack of books. 📚

11/15/2024

We’re looking for Christian parents/caregivers of children under 18 to participate in a focus group.

Sign up and learn more about the study at the QR code or at: https://forms.office.com/r/9yQB9XWvad

11/14/2024

This month, honor Native American Heritage Month with ‘Birth of the Chosen One.’

This heartwarming picture book retells the birth of Jesus, embracing the power of Native storytelling and artistry, featuring illustrations by native authors, and text from the First Nations Version New Testament Translation.

Let your children discover the wonder of the Christmas story anew, enriched by the voices and visions of First Nations creators.

A wonderful gift for young readers and a cherished addition to your holiday traditions.

Available now: https://www.ivpress.com/birth-of-the-chosen-one?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=2024

11/13/2024

COVER REVEAL! 🎉 ‘Kaylee Prays for the Children of the World’ is coming May 2025!

Kaylee, a Korean American girl, reads heartbreaking stories in the newspaper with her grandfather “Halbi” and wonders, “Does God really care?”

Invite young readers to seek after the God who hears and answers our prayers.

Written by Helen Lee and illustrated by Shin Maeng, this heartwarming story is bound to inspire readers of all ages.

Preorder now: https://tr.ee/UedBQ6_Afg

11/11/2024

Christmas season is coming up, and with that: gift giving!

Have you ever wondered why we give gifts?

In 'Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver' children can learn about the life of Saint Nicholas and discover why he became known as one of the greatest giftgivers of all time.

Order now: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1514001802/

10/28/2024

Amy and Rob Dixon join the Worthy podcast to discuss 'Penny Preaches,' their coauthored picture book illustrated by Jennifer Davison.

Listen to the episode:

Podcast Episode · Worthy: Celebrating the Value of Women · 10/21/2024 · 46m

10/28/2024

COVER REVEAL! 🎉 ‘Jesus Loves the Little Children, All the Children of the World’ is coming May 2025!

Featuring new lyrics for the beloved, century-old song, this fresh ✨board book✨ adaptation includes three new stanzas and a beautiful reminder that all children of the world are “made and loved so perfectly.”

Celebrate God’s love with colorful interiors and images of children from around the world as you read or 🎵sing🎵 together!

✍️: Tara Hackney

Preorder now: https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Loves-Little-Children-World/dp/1514010496

10/23/2024

Participate in God's Story as a Whole Family 🏡

Brian Dembowczyk wrote 'Family Discipleship That Works' to empower parents to nurture their family’s spiritual growth and embrace their calling with confidence.

Begin the journey today!

'Family Discipleship That Works' is out now! Get your copy wherever books are sold.

10/17/2024

Delightful to have 'God Right Here,' written by Kara Lawler and illustrated by Jennie Poh, feature in Story Warren's Autumn Picture Books 🍂

Check them out here:

As an adolescent I skipped over the fascination-with-death phase. Horror movies repelled me, gore disgusted me. I forged on well into my twenties, thousands of miles from elderly relations and […]

10/16/2024

Congrats are in order for 'Zion Learns to See' and 'Birth of the Chosen One' for receiving the 2024 Moonbeam Awards!

The Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards are intended to bring increased recognition to exemplary children’s books and their creators. Winners will be honored at an award ceremony held on November 9, in conjunction with the annual Traverse City Children’s Book Festival.

Read more here:

IVP Kids is pleased to announce that Birth of the Chosen One and Zion Learns to See are 2024 Moonbeam Award medalists.

10/14/2024

It’s Indigenous Peoples Day and we’re celebrating our newest IVP Kids book, ‘Birth of the Chosen One.’ 🌟

This holiday picture book is a retelling of the birth of Jesus told in the tradition of Native oral storytellers. It features stunning Native American art and is a 2024 Moonbeam Children’s Book Award Winner.🏅

Readers have said it “inspires imagination, worship, and awe” and “will make a family’s bookshelf complete. 📚

10/14/2024

✨ Celebrate Pastor Appreciation Month with ‘Penny Preaches!’ 📚

Invite young readers to join Penny on her inspiring journey to share God's love, written by Amy Dixon and Rob Dixon, with illustrations by Jennifer Davison.🎨

is a perfect read for kids and parents, highlighting the unique gifts God gives to everyone.

Order and learn more: https://www.ivpress.com/penny-preaches?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=2024

10/02/2024

Early exposure to diverse kinds of leadership is beneficial for kid's development.

Listen to Amy Dixon - Children's Author and Rob Dixon, 'Penny Preaches' authors, discuss the importance of young children seeing women preachers:

Have you ever heard these myths about gender equality in the church? 1. Women are not called to preach or lead. 2. Men are the only ones fit for leadership roles. 3…

10/01/2024

Zion and Terence Lester, father-daughter duo and co-authors of 'Zion Learns to See,' join Tina Griffin, Counter Culture Mom to discuss issues of homelessness and poverty.

Listen to the episode:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7cjQpeVtMFiCQscSePRGm4?si=N7Cu6M9bS1iClqQP6sZMkw

09/19/2024

Check out Booklist Online's Fall Youth Preview 2024 featuring 'Birth of the Chosen One' !

Read more here:
https://www.booklistonline.com/Fall-Youth-Preview-2024-Ferreira-Kelly/pid=9800095

09/18/2024

What are readers saying about 'Birth of the Chosen One'? 🌟

Read the full endorsement ⬇️

"Birth of the Chosen One will make a family's bookshelf complete by adding a seldom heard or read retelling of the Christmas story all ages will find interest in. This would also be great for any children's library in any school or public library. It will bring hope to Indigenous children to read a book with artwork of the main story characters that look like them or their ancestors. This is also a great addition to church or Sunday school libraries!"

— Kimberlee Medicine Horn Jackson, Indigenous poet, writer, researcher, and educator

'Birth of the Chosen One' is available now wherever books are sold 🌟