OAPCE Book Nook
Book Nook
Discover recommended readings for children, teens, and adults that nurture faith and spiritual growth through engaging literature.
When God Made You
“When God Made You” by Matthew Paul Turner is a beautifully illustrated children’s book that celebrates the uniqueness and individuality of every child. The story...
Read MoreBlessings for the soul
Start each day by remembering that God’s love for you is passionate and everlasting. Entrust Jesus with your worries and responsibilities, allowing Him to nourish...
Read MoreI hope you will know
Thus begins a love letter from an anonymous narrator to their beloved. Through rhyming couplets rich with metaphor, the letter offers thirteen heartfelt and admirable...
Read MoreSeven Clues
On an otherwise ordinary day, the children unexpectedly receive a package at their doorstep, addressed specifically to them. Inside, they find an invitation and a...
Read MoreIndescribable
Perfect for children ages 6–10, Indescribable: 100 Devotions About God & Science examines the role of God as the creator and the greatest scientist...
Read MoreBake through the Bible at Christmas
Explore the Bible with your child while cooking up some delicious holiday treats! Bake through the Bible at Christmas contains 12 Bible stories, told in...
Read MoreThe 12 Ways of Christmas
Written by New York Times best-selling author, David Jeremiah, The 12 Ways of Christmas is a reflection of how we can stop during the busy...
Read MoreEveryday Heroes
In this powerful collection of firsthand accounts, men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces offer a glimpse into military life, sharing personal stories of...
Read MoreThe Road to Afghanistan
In The Road to Afghanistan the young soldier, recently returned from Afghanistan, carries vivid memories: the breathtaking beauty of the mountains and wildflowers, the vibrant...
Read MorePoppy Is to Remember
With gentle words and illustrations tailored for young readers, A Poppy Is to Remember teaches children how the bright red poppy became a symbol of...
Read MoreHidden Potential
Hidden Potential – Adam Grant This book offers some interesting insights into character skills, the important role of kindergarten in future success and how school systems...
Read MoreBuilding Blocks of Faith Series
Lego Catechesis—Building Blocks of Faith Series If you have a child who loves Legos, these Building Blocks of Faith Series of guides by Kevin and Mary O’ Neill are...
Read MoreAnxious for Nothing
Today, children face tremendous challenges and pressures from social media, crammed schedules, and a greater awareness of the world’s problems, resulting in loneliness, anxiety, and...
Read MoreInspector Smart
Inspector Smart and the Case of the Empty Tomb: Case File (by Time Chester) is a great way to get tweens consider the evidence of...
Read MoreThe Power of Thank You
The Power of Thank You delves into the many benefits of thankfulness, gratitude, generosity, and contentment, all from a faith-based perspective. The author, Joyce Meyer, frequently...
Read MoreGod Gave Us Thankful Hearts
God Gave Us Thankful Hearts is a cozy read-aloud story that teaches an important lesson about gratitude. As kids follow the conversation between Little Pup and...
Read MoreMy Thanksgiving Blessings
My Thanksgiving Blessings is filled with fun rhymes, that highlight the thankful spirit of the holiday. Young readers can follow along as the narrator gives thanks...
Read MoreSummer Reading for Kids
Summer is the perfect time to challenge kids to unplug from video games and focus on reading. But how can parents create a summer experience...
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