Karen Kingsbury

Meet Cody, a tiny caterpillar who lives way down on the ground in the land of Better-Than-Brown. Cody is feeling a little bit bored with his life of just crawling over leaves and branches. He dreams of something bigger and wishes he could soar high into the sky. When he hears a hopeful message about a wonderful place called Far Flutterby, he can hardly believe it is real. With a little encouragement from his flying friends, Cody learns that there is a special plan just for him. Join Cody on his amazing journey and discover how hard times and a little bit of patience can actually help you grow the wings you need to fly.

You are growing up so fast. From your very first steps to riding a bike all by yourself, every new adventure is a big deal. This sweet story takes you on a journey through all the amazing stages of growing up. You will see how much fun it is to learn new things, face little challenges, and become the wonderful person you are meant to be. Along the way, you will feel the deep, special love that your parents have for you. Every page is filled with warm thoughts and gentle prayers that celebrate the incredible bond between a family and their son. It is a beautiful reminder that no matter how big you get, you will always be loved completely.

Get ready for a perfect day out with your mom. A Mommy Date is all about spending wonderful time together, just the two of you. Maybe you will visit the animals at the zoo, swing high at the park, catch a fun movie, or just snuggle up and read a great book. This cheerful story takes you on all sorts of fun adventures that mothers and children can share. Told in happy, bouncing rhymes, it reminds you that the best adventures are the ones you have with people you love. You will love remembering the fun things you have done with your mom and dreaming up exciting new ideas for your next special Mommy Date.

Sound the trumpets and blow the horns. This joyful story celebrates the very special friendship between a father and his little girl. Whether you are hosting a fancy pretend tea party, running fast across the soccer field, or just talking about your day, you are always the star of your dad's heart. This beautiful book takes you on a journey through all the fun, silly, and wonderful moments you share together as you grow up. Written in playful rhymes with gentle words of faith, it shows how much your dad loves watching you learn and change. It is a happy reminder that no matter how big you get or what you choose to do, you will always be your daddy's princess.

The world is a big, exciting place, and you are ready to explore it all. But no matter how far you roam, there is a special place right by your dad's side. This touching story is a beautiful poem about the wonderful connection between fathers and daughters. As you learn new things, make big discoveries, and start to find your own way, your dad is always right there to guide and protect you. The gentle words will remind you of all the quiet moments and fun times you share together. It is a sweet, comforting celebration of family love, showing you that you can always step out into the world bravely because you have a loving home to return to.

Welcome to a thrilling kingdom where the king is searching for the perfect young man to become the new prince. The competition is tough, and many knights are ready to show off how incredibly fast, strong, and clever they are. But this story is about one brave young knight who is a little bit different. He discovers that real bravery is not just about having big muscles or winning races. Instead, it is about making honest choices, showing kindness, and doing what is right, even when it is hard. Join this exciting adventure and see how true courage comes from having a strong heart and good character. You will discover that being a real hero is about how you treat others every single day.

Christmas is an exciting time filled with bright presents, cheerful songs, and beautifully decorated homes. But have you ever stopped to wonder what this special holiday is really all about? This wonderful story takes you on a journey to discover the true meaning behind your favorite Christmas traditions. You will learn why we place a shining star at the very top of the tree and imagine what it was like for travelers on that quiet, holy night so long ago. Through lovely words and peaceful thoughts, you will see how the joy of the holiday connects to the birth of Jesus. It is a beautiful celebration that will help you see the real magic of Christmas every time you look around.

From the very first day you were born, you have been making footprints on your mother's heart. This beautiful story follows the amazing journey of a young boy growing up, taking you all the way from learning to walk to graduating school and beyond. Life is completely full of endless possibilities, and your family is excited to see what you will do next. Whether you are playing football or studying hard, you will be reminded that there is a special plan just for you. This touching book is a gentle promise from a mother to her son, celebrating the wonderful person you are right now and the incredible person you are going to become.

In a faraway kingdom lives a princess who is known for her incredible beauty, both inside and out. The king wants to find the perfect young man to win her heart, so he sets up a series of difficult tests for the knights of the land. The knights must show their strength and bravery to make it through the challenges. But the king's final, frightful test reveals a secret: muscles and courage are not enough to win the day. Follow along on this royal adventure to see how the winning knight proves his true character, deep kindness, and honest heart. You will discover that the most important qualities a hero can have are how much they care for others and do what is right.

Grab your dad and get ready for a day full of fun. It is time for a Daddy Day. This special book is packed with great ideas for things you and your dad can do together. Whether you are playing outside, building a fort, or just being silly, the best part of any day is sharing it with someone you love. Written in fun, bouncy rhymes, this story shows how simple moments become the best memories when you spend them with your dad. You will love reading about these exciting adventures and might even come up with some brilliant Daddy Day ideas of your own. Get ready to laugh, play, and enjoy every single minute of your special time together.

You are discovering the world one beautiful step at a time. From trying on shiny princess crowns to getting ready for your very first day of school, growing up is a wonderful adventure. This gentle story celebrates all the amazing things you do as you grow and change. You will see how exciting it is to learn new skills, face little challenges with a smile, and become the wonderful person you are meant to be. Along the way, you will feel the warm, powerful love that your parents have for you. Every page is filled with sweet words and prayers that show just how much you are treasured. It is a perfect reminder that no matter how tall you grow, you will always be cherished.

You are full of energy, ready to run, jump, and explore the whole wide world. Being a boy means rough-and-tumble games, taking on fun challenges, and growing stronger every day. This heartfelt story is a special message from a mother to her son as he heads out on life's exciting adventures. As you climb trees, ride bikes, and learn to be brave, your family is always cheering you on. The beautiful words on these pages share a mother's deepest hopes and prayers for you to stay safe, be kind, and make good choices. It is a powerful reminder that even as you grow up and explore farther from home, you carry your family's love and protection with you everywhere you go.

School science camp is just around the corner, but not everyone in the Baxter family is thrilled about packing their bags. Kari and Ashley have very different feelings about leaving home for wild experiments and the great outdoors. If you have ever felt nervous about trying something completely new, you will relate to the ups and downs these sisters face as they prepare for a week away. Thankfully, they do not have to figure it out alone. With a little help from their siblings, Kari and Ashley get ready for the challenges of camp life. Together, all five Baxter children discover what it means to plan for an experience they will never forget. As you join the Baxters in their fourth adventure, you will learn alongside them how to make new friends and tackle unexpected challenges. You might even find that adventure is waiting for you in the most everyday places, as long as you remember to look for it. Step into this fun, relatable chapter book and find out what happens when the Baxter family takes on science camp.

What do you want to be when you grow up? Your dreams are big, bright, and completely your own. This inspiring story encourages you to reach for the stars and believe in yourself. Whether you want to score the winning run in a baseball game, build something amazing, or explore new places, your imagination is the only limit. Follow along as you discover that with hard work, a little bit of courage, and the support of your family, you can achieve incredible things. It is a wonderful adventure that reminds you to never stop hoping, planning, and chasing after the things you love most. So go ahead, dream as big as you possibly can.

Packing up your entire life and moving to a new state is never easy. The Baxter family is leaving everything they know behind because their dad has taken an important new job at a hospital in Indiana. Like it or not, the town of Bloomington is their new home. As the new school year begins, almost everyone in the family finds a reason to be excited about their fresh start. Everyone, that is, except Ashley. If you have ever had to move or leave your favorite people behind, you will know exactly why Ashley so desperately misses her old home and her old friends. But as she looks closer, Ashley realizes her brothers and sisters are secretly struggling with the huge change, too. In the second book of this beloved series, you are invited to join the Baxters as they navigate a brand new town. You will explore whether unlikely friends can turn out to be the best friends of all, and discover if time and love are truly enough to make an unfamiliar house finally feel like a real home.

Life is moving incredibly fast, and every single day brings a new adventure. You already know about celebrating your firsts, like your first steps or your first day of school. But this beautiful story is all about remembering the lasts, too. Think about the very last time you ride a tricycle before getting a big bike, or the last time you need help tying your shoes. These quiet moments are just as special. Through warm words and lovely pictures, this book shares a loving message from parents who want to pause and hold onto these precious times just a little bit longer. It is a wonderful celebration of you, reminding you of how much you are loved as you grow bigger every day.

When your teacher asks you to write an essay about what you want to be when you grow up, what do you say? For Kari Baxter, her mind goes completely blank. She does not want to grow up at all. In fact, she wants everything in her life and her family to stay exactly the way it is right now. If you have ever wished you could freeze time and hold on to your favorite moments, you will understand exactly how Kari feels. Her sister Ashley completely agrees. She is worried that all the Baxter siblings are growing up way too fast. When Ashley lands the perfect role of Wendy in her school production of Peter Pan, she gets a brilliant idea. Maybe she and her siblings can make a secret pledge to never grow up. Join the Baxter family as they navigate the tricky feelings that come with getting older. Through their school play, family moments, and changing friendships, you will discover alongside Kari and Ashley that while you cannot make time stand still, you can absolutely cherish every single moment with the people you love.

Have you ever felt like you had to measure up to an older sibling? Brooke is the perfect older sister, and Kari and Ashley work incredibly hard to make their parents just as proud of them. Every girl in the family has her own special talent. Brooke is a fantastic student, Kari is a star on the soccer field, and Ashley is a gifted artist. Best of all, the sisters are always there to support each other. But their happy world turns upside down when their dad announces a huge change. The family is moving from Michigan to Indiana, meaning the siblings have to leave behind the only home, school, and friends they have ever known. No one is happy about packing up their lives. In the first book of this heartwarming series, you will get to know Brooke, Kari, Ashley, Erin, and Luke as they face one of the biggest challenges of their lives. Saying goodbye is incredibly hard, but as you journey with them, you will see that as long as they have each other, they can get through anything.

Things are changing fast for the Baxter family, and nothing is going according to plan. When Ashley's favorite teacher takes a month off, she is stuck with a strict substitute she just cannot figure out. Meanwhile, Brooke is dealing with a popular girl who keeps leaving her out at lunch, Erin is trying to get used to wearing glasses, and Kari is taking her new dance solo way too seriously. To make matters even more chaotic, a new Character Awards contest at school sparks a fierce competition among siblings and friends. Everyone completely forgets the actual meaning behind the awards. Plus, a massive winter blizzard is heading straight for their town, threatening to ruin an amazing class trip. When everything seems to be going wrong at once, you will see how important it is to stick by the people who care about you. In this fifth adventure, you will watch the siblings face tough school days, icy weather, and friendship drama. Join the family as they work together to overcome all these obstacles and remember what being a Baxter is really all about.