“Welcome back, hijos. Did you run into Don Toño in virtual reality?”“Yeah! He said we get to do a treasure hunt!”On the last rainy day of vacation, a mysterious puzzle appears at the Martinez family's cabin. Rico, Diego, and Araceli quickly discover that it can turn them into animals through virtual reality! Even more exciting: It contains a treasure hunt through the Northwoods of Minnesota.From the birthplace of the Mississippi River to the remote Boundary Waters, Minnesota's unique beauty and diverse wildlife carry many new experiences. The kids must work together to solve riddles and help the local animals… some of whom have their own complicated personalities.As the siblings continue their hunt, they begin to understand that the biggest treasure may not be the physical reward at the end, but the lessons of kindness learned along the way. But… is it possible there’s an actual treasure as well?Learning Spanish is fun in this colorful bilingual adventure!
"Doña Rosa needs our help." Rico straightened his feathered body and looked at them with round golden eyes. "I can do this." Eyeing the smoking hole in the ground, he jumped in.Rico, Diego, and Araceli Martinez had hoped to enjoy their spring break exploring virtual reality. However, the fun abruptly ends when their friend Don Toño takes his high-tech invention offline to work on a new adventure.Don Toño is out of town when a friend gets trapped in the mysterious shed. Realizing they are the only ones who can help, the kids bravely venture into virtual reality. But entering an unfinished adventure is a risky move…After transporting to the tropical Galápagos Islands, the kids discover that they’ve become animals, able to communicate with the local wildlife. Penguins, lava lizards, birds, and iguanas join them in searching for the one person - or animal - who can save their lost friend. If only they could fly over the island!At the top of the volcano, a colony of giant tortoises awaits them. Will the mysterious Don Tortuga be able to help them save their beloved neighbor? Or will a technology glitch halt the mission in its tracks?Readers young and old will be intrigued by this page-turning journey and its colorful illustrations, and won't even realize they are learning Spanish at the same time!
Deep in a jungle bright and sunny lives Funky Lunky-a curious little monkey who loves adventure just a bit too much. When Mama Monkey warns him to stay close, Funky is far too excited to listen. There are butterflies to chase, waterfalls to explore, and new friends like Figgy Froggy and Diggy Doggy to meet!But when the sky darkens, thunder booms, and rain begins to pour, Funky suddenly realizes he's alone... and very far from home. As the storm swirls around him, he remembers Mama's loving words-and wishes he had listened.Just when he feels most afraid, Mama Monkey bursts through the rain with a warm hug and a gentle lesson:"Listening keeps you safe, lovebug."Filled with rhythm, heart, and vibrant jungle adventure, Funky Lunky Listens is a reassuring reminder to little ones that listening to those who love them helps keep them safe. Young readers will laugh, learn, and cheer as Funky discovers that obedience isn't just important-it's an expression of love.A perfect read‑aloud for homes, classrooms, and storytime snuggles, this uplifting tale celebrates family, safety, and the joy of learning to listen.
The year is 2117, and Lydia Klein has lived a sheltered life in New Augsburg, a small town established as an oasis in an increasingly secular world. In the face of a government that heavily regulates publishing of explicitly Christian materials, Lydia’s family operates a privately owned press dedicated to printing books that proclaim the timeless Word of God. Faced with the loss of their parents, her brother’s unwillingness to carry on the family business leaves Lydia uncertain of the future. When the charming and polished Zachary Barrett, a wealthy son of the town, expresses interest in marrying her and buying her family’s press, she imagines that her problems may soon be solved. But as disagreements and new acquaintances threaten to come between them, will Lydia learn to act out of trust or be trapped in fear?
"Just because something can't be undone doesn't mean it can't be redeemed." The year is 2122, and Zachary Barrett has made a habit of running from the disgrace of his family legacy. When offered the opportunity to regain a leadership role and restore his sullied reputation back home in New Augsburg, the temptation is too great to resist. But forces conspire against him. The stain of his own misdeeds, his father's unexpected release from federal prison, and once-in-a-generation natural disasters threaten to interfere with his dreams of a fresh start. Nearly four years into married life, Lydia Schaeffer thought she'd learned to trust God's timing, but the unfulfilled desire to start a family leaves an ache in her heart. When her former nemesis returns to town and begins to spend time with one of Lydia's dearest friends, past wounds and unforgiveness threaten to compound her grief. As the residents of New Augsburg reckon with the sins of generations past and present, the challenges of a hostile government, and the unpredictable forces of nature, they must extend Christ-like grace to one another, facing the consequences of the past no matter the cost to the future.
