🎙️ New Podcast Episode: The Dead Sea Squirrels Animated Series is Here! 🐿️✨

This week on the podcast, hosts Mike Nawrocki and Tricia Goyer welcome back Jessica Wolstenholm to celebrate the launch of Mike’s brand-new animated series, The Dead Sea Squirrels—now streaming on Minno!

What happens when two ancient, salt-preserved squirrels wake up in the modern world? Adventure, humor, and faith-filled fun! 🐿️✨

Join 10-year-old Michael and his best friend Justin as they explore the Dead Sea caves near an archaeological dig site where Michael’s dad works. When they stumble upon two 2,000-year-old petrified squirrels, Michael secretly brings them home—only to realize they’re alive! Now, he must figure out how to keep his salty new friends a secret while navigating everyday life.

💡 Why Kids & Parents Love The Dead Sea Squirrels:

✅ Hilarious & Engaging Stories 🎭

✅ Biblical & Character-Building Lessons 📖

✅ From the Co-Creator of VeggieTales 🥕

The series is based on the best-selling book series from Tyndale Kids—perfect for young readers who love adventure and laughter.

🎧 Listen now to hear all about the making of the show, behind-the-scenes stories, and why families everywhere are falling in love with these quirky, ancient squirrels!

📺 Watch The Dead Sea Squirrels now on Minno!

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The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week, Mike and Dan welcome special guest Sherri Seligson, co-author of Wonders of the Ocean Realm alongside Tricia Goyer. In this fascinating episode, they dive deep into the book’s unique blend of faith, science, and marine exploration.

Embark on an underwater adventure with Wonders of the Ocean Realm, a captivating book that intertwines marine biology and Christian faith through five immersive short stories.

Young readers will meet realistic sea creatures and explore their fascinating life cycles, habitats, and ecosystems, all while discovering the intricate beauty of God’s creation.

Meet the ocean’s most extraordinary creatures:

🐠 Astrid, the resilient sea star

🦐 Maximus, the colorful peacock mantis shrimp

🐙 Dexter, the clever mimic octopus

🐋 Wendell, the majestic humpback whale

🔦 Luna, the mysterious deep-sea anglerfish

Each story is designed to inspire curiosity and faith, with engaging features like:

🌊 Ocean Notions – Fascinating marine biology facts

🌊 Undersea Understanding – Exploring God’s intentional design in nature

🌊 Deep-Sea Dive – Thought-provoking life applications and spiritual insights

📖 Perfect for homeschoolers, science lovers, and families seeking faith-based learning, Wonders of the Ocean Realm makes marine science exciting while encouraging kids to reflect on God’s incredible creation.

🎧 Tune in now to hear Sherri Seligson discuss the inspiration behind the book, the wonders of marine life, and how science and faith beautifully intertwine!

👉 Listen now on [Podcast Name] | Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more!

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

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This week, I’m stepping in as co-host alongside Mike as we welcome back award-winning, bestselling author Crystal Bowman to the podcast! She’s here to share about her latest book, R Is for Risen – An ABC Easter Story, co-authored with Teri McKinley.

This beautifully illustrated, faith-filled book takes children on a rhyming journey through Holy Week—from Palm Sunday to the Resurrection and the Great Commission—all while teaching the alphabet!

Unlike other ABC books that simply match letters with random Easter-related words, R Is for Risen thoughtfully presents the true Easter story in chronological order, helping young readers understand the biblical meaning of Easter.

📖 What kids will discover in this Easter ABC book:

✅ Jesus’ arrival in Jerusalem on Palm Sunday

✅ His prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane

✅ His arrest, interrogation, and crucifixion

✅ His glorious resurrection and the Great Commission

With engaging rhymes, beautiful illustrations, and a Christ-centered message, R Is for Risen is sure to become a family favorite for Easter traditions.

🎧 Tune in to our conversation with Crystal Bowman now!---------------------------------------------------------------------------

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The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week on the podcast, co-hosts Tricia Goyer and Mike Nawrocki welcome special guest, Valeria Ellis, author of the delightful new children’s book, Let’s Go! Bible Adventures.

Discover a fresh, engaging way to share timeless Bible stories with your little ones. Let’s Go! Bible Adventures is a captivating rhyming storybook that connects real Bible stories with kids’ favorite modern vehicles—trains, tractors, boats, motorcycles, and even ice cream trucks!

This fun and faith-filled book is perfect for children ages 2–5, bringing families together to explore Old and New Testament stories. Through vibrant illustrations and rhythmic storytelling, your family will grow closer to God while enjoying the thrill of vehicles from the past and present.

• 40 Bible Stories with Heart: Valeria Ellis shares 20 Old Testament and 20 New Testament stories, all faithfully retold and rooted in Scripture.
• Engaging Illustrations: Carolina Farías brings the stories to life with colorful artwork that contrasts Bible-times transportation with today’s vehicles.
• Interactive Rhyming Refrain: Kids will love joining in with the catchy line, “We’re on an adventure with God. Let’s go!”
• Perfect for Family Time: Make storytime a meaningful part of your day, as children and parents alike discover the depth of God’s love.

Start your family’s journey into God’s Word with Let’s Go! Bible Adventures. Available wherever books are sold, this must-have storybook will inspire a lifelong love of Scripture in your little ones.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Discover Comforting Promises with Author Emily Assell on This Week's Podcast!

This week, co-hosts Mike Nawrocki and Tricia Goyer are thrilled to welcome back bestselling author Emily Assell to discuss her inspiring book, Comforting Promises for Whenever it Hurts.

Emily, known for her beloved Generation Claimed Series, shares biblical encouragement for kids and moms alike, spotlighting her latest heartwarming titles, When It Hurts and Wherever You Are.

Why You’ll Love “When It Hurts”

Perfect for children ages 0 to 4, When It Hurts: Comforting Promises for Hard Times is a beautifully crafted board book filled with uplifting Bible verse affirmations. This must-have resource helps little ones overcome fear, worry, and sadness with faith-filled messages of hope and strength.

Key Highlights of When It Hurts:

• Encourages kids to share their feelings with God.
• Offers comforting Bible promises to navigate tough moments.
• Reminds children they are never alone and deeply loved by God.

Join us as Emily shares how her books provide a biblical foundation for parents to foster resilience, hope, and trust in God’s promises—perfect for bedtime reading or moments of reflection.

Tune in to learn more about Emily Assell’s mission to bring faith and encouragement to families everywhere!

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

On this episode host Mike Nawrocki welcomes new co-host for 2025 Tricia Goyer along with her son Nathan Goyer to talk about their new book, Breath of Bones, book 1 in The Clockwork Chronicles Series.

Kateřina Dubová has always aspired to walk in her father's footsteps as a respected journalist, and the Second World War presents a unique opportunity for her to prove her worth to the world. A tip about an assassination attempt on a high-ranking Nazi official, Reinhard Heydrich, the "Butcher of Prague," leads Kateřina into the shadows of the Nazi occupation. Soon she discovers things are not as they seem.

As intrigue unfurls, Kateřina joins forces with Josef Loew, a descendant of the famous Rabbi Loew, renowned for creating a mystical guardian in the form of a golem to protect the souls of 16th-century Jews in Prague. In the chaos of war, some believe a new golem can once again bring help to those in need.

Like flickering candles in the abyss, Kateřina and Josef work to protect the innocent and end the evil that plagues their world. Yet, in their quest to save the Jewish people, have they inadvertently created a new danger? Could the very entity they had forged to protect become their greatest enemy?

Tricia Goyer writes out of her passion for God and her love for family and others. The author of more than 70 books, she writes both historical fiction and nonfiction related to family and parenting.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week Sarah talks with co-host Mike Nawrocki and also special guest Steve Taylor (yes that Steve Taylor) about Dead Sea Squirrels the animated series which will be releasing in very early 2025!

They also give us an update on whats new in the best-selling Dead Sea Squirrels book series.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Dr Teresa Roberts about her new book Raising Disciples.

Every child—from infancy to adolescence—is being discipled by someone or something. The question is: Are you willing to disciple them for Jesus’ sake?

Accessible and actionable for parents of children birth to 13 years old, Raising Disciples offers a detailed discipleship map and directional markers to nurture your child’s spiritual growth with Christ.

During her more than 25 years in children’s ministry alongside her academic work training up children’s ministry leaders, Dr. Teresa Roberts noticed that parents and even children’s ministry leaders seemed to struggle with knowing how to disciple children past the more-intuitive preschool ages. A foundational family and ministry resource, Raising Disciples reflects the developmental needs that will empower children to grow in their knowledge of God’s Word, develop a vocabulary of faith, engage in spiritual practices, and cultivate a deep, personal relationship with God. Featuring intuitive, quick-reference visual aids, researched expertise, real-life examples from the ministry of Jesus, and relational warmth, Raising Disciples is a must-have resource to give you a discipleship pathway for raising spiritually grounded children in today's complex world.

Includes additional tools:

• Discipleship map from birth to adolescence
• Discipleship reference by age level
• Resource list for continued discipleship and training in biblical interpretation
• Discussion questions for children’s ministry leaders and volunteers



Learn how to equip your child with tools to navigate life’s challenges and make their Christian faith a personal and lasting commitment.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with acclaimed singer, songwriter and now author Jason Gray about his new children's book, Sparrows.

Critically acclaimed Centricity Music singer/songwriter Jason Gray debuts his first children’s book, Sparrows, based on his popular award-winning song by the same name. Drawing inspiration from this radio hit off his 2016 album Where the Light Gets In, Gray joined creative forces with noted children’s author Jes Woller and illustrator Hilary Griffith in the release of this heartwarming children’s hardcover book geared to kids ages three to eight. 

“I've always dreamed of writing a children's book,” declares Jason Gray, “And when Centricity Music offered to partner with me in that endeavor, I sat down with my friend Kory Henkel, Director of Marketing and Communications, to discuss which of my songs had a message that could translate well to children. ‘Sparrows’ was the obvious pick!

“From there we brainstormed about a storyline that would be age appropriate and meaningful, ultimately collaborating with co-writer Jes Woller, who has a real gift for speaking the language of children,” continues Gray. “The process resulted in the story of Ellie, a little girl who struggles daily with stuttering, and how she overcame her anxiety by trusting God with her worries and responding to bullying with love, kindness and compassion instead of retaliation.”

With a genuine heart for connecting with others and known for the compassionate honesty and authenticity he offers through his music, Gray drew from his own personal experience and shares that Matthew 6:25-34 and Matthew 10:29-31 are the cornerstone verses for both the song and the book, each addressing the theme of trusting God in the face of anxiety and worry. As a child, Gray struggled with a speech impediment, so incorporating this into the storyline of Sparrows was a way to share his own struggles in hopes of helping others.

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talked with author Jill Atogwe about her new book, Left Out: Believing My Story is for God's Glory.

In her heartwarming debut book, Left Out: Believing My Story is for God’s Glory (B&H Kids, October 8, 2024), Jill Atogwe teaches kids to believe that God uses what we may see as our weaknesses to make us strong. This rhyming story reminds children that while God doesn’t give everyone the same bodies or abilities, everything He made is part of a greater plan to shape our unique stories for His glory. Would you be interested in featuring the book or scheduling an interview with Jill?

Jill Atogwe is available for interviews and can speak to:

• Embracing uniqueness: teaching kids it’s okay to be different
• 3 ways to foster a positive self-image and confidence in children
• Practical tips for addressing sensitive topics with kids
• Tools for helping children manage and overcome anxiety
• How to raise inclusive kids and foster an environment of respect

Left Out celebrates a range of races, cultures, abilities and backgrounds, affirming the truth that God’s design is never accidental. He has intentionally crafted each person for a special purpose. This story will remind young and old readers alike that “What God left out is part of my story; It’s all for my good and all for His glory!”

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The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today!

The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org