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...

This week co-hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talk with author Kathleen Davis about her new book, Our Hearts. Discover the magic of love and connection in "Our Hearts," a touching rhyming children's book that celebrates the enduring power of love. Through beautiful verses and charming illustrations, young readers will learn the simple yet profound truth: we are never alone in our feelings. This heartwarming journey reveals how the love that surrounds us binds us together, offering...

This week hosts Mike and Sarah talk with Christen Clark about The Collide Kids Podcast Christen Clark is an enthusiastic speaker and ministry consultant with 17 years of hands on experience in full-time church ministry. She is the creator and host of The Collide Kids Podcast, a show for families to learn together how life and Faith collide. Through the stories of people from all careers and walks of life, each episode carries the message is that we are all are loved by God and created for a...

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with returning guest Jess Wolstenholm about the new Minnow release, Laugh and Grow Bible for Kids Family Advent Devotional. Developed by Minno, the #1 source of streaming Christian content for kids and families, the Laugh and Grow Bible for Kids Family Advent Devotional guides readers through the timeless biblical story of Christmas—from Isaiah’s prophecy to the arrival of the Messiah to the visit of the Wise Men. Each week of this...

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey welcome back singer, songwriter and author Andrew Peterson to give us an update on The Wingfeather Saga and talk about his new picture book, The Prince of Yorsha Doon. The Prince of Yorsha Doon tells the story of Safiki—already beloved by thousands of Wingfeather fans—as he emerges from his life of solitary freedom and becomes an accidental hero. Life on the streets of the bustling and mysterious city of Yorsha Doon can be hard, but Safiki...

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk to a very special guest, Mike's brother, Mark Nawrocki about his work with the ministry, Healing Waters. The Healing Waters Ministry builds holistic clean water solutions and spreads God’s love in at-risk communities around the world, empowering people not just to survive, but to thrive – physically, socially, and spiritually. After two decades of serving in executive leadership roles, Mark's personal battle with cancer prompted a profound...

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author, speaker Cynthia Baker about Helipad vs Helicopter Parenting. Cynthia is a highly-rated author, coach and speaker with over 22 years of experience working with people.Cynthia loves helping people get “unstuck” so they can pursue a passionate life that brings joy. She loves inviting people to experience the freedom that God has for their lives through her workshops, webinars and speaking & coaching...

This week hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talk with author Maria Antonia about her new book, The Christmas Elephant. Ellie wants to be an elephant in the Christmas play but her know-it-all sister says she’ll ruin everything. When Baby Jesus goes missing, Ellie must find him, or the play will be ruined (but not because Ellie is an elephant)! Ellie thinks outside the box. She stands her ground and remains in her elephant costume even when her older sister—and director of this year’s...

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talkw ith author Jennifer Wilder Morgan about her book, I'm Alive, Dear Mama. A precious love letter from unborn babies to their mothers. I’m Alive, Dear Mama is a fully illustrated book that shares a sweet commentary on how the baby explores with wonder the physical, emotional, and spiritual concepts of life through Mama’s daily activities and travels. With hope and expectation, the child can’t wait to experience the promise and fullness of...

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki, and Sarah Humphries talk with author Clarissa Roll about her new book, Hurt Help Hope: A Conversation About Teen Grief. Hurt Help Hope is a sensitive grief guide written for teens by a grieving teen and her mother. Together they offer support, advice, and understanding for navigating life after loss. After the death of a loved one, anyone can be caught up in a whirlwind of emotions and unanswered questions. Hurt Help Hope divides lists of relatable questions...

In this episode hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Narocki talk with former NFL football player and now author Matt Forte about his new book, My Hair Can. Celebrate what your hair can do! This joyful, rhyming picture book invites diverse girls and boys to embrace their natural hair with an uplifting reminder of their self-worth. My hair has roots from many places under the sun, telling the story of my ancestors and where I come from. I can shake my hair like a baby with a rattle, or cut it all off...

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey interview author Jayne Schooler about her new book; Caring for Kids from Hard Places. Why doesn’t he act his age? Why does she behave so impulsively? Why does he have meltdowns so often? There is always meaning behind behavior in all of us. It might be a behavioral reaction from something as simple as hunger or exhaustion. Or something far more serious – a triggered reaction to a traumatic, frightening experience. Children who have experienced...

This episode, Mike and Sarah talk with author C.E. White about her fun new picture book,Wilfred is a very fun dragon, but he doesn't like baths. As he gets bigger and bigger and BIGGER, nobody can make him take one! Mom and Dad say when things get too big for them, they pray! This book is a fun adventure in prayer that shows how God doesn't always answer prayers the way we think he will. C.E. White (Connie) is an author of middle-grade fantasy, children’s books, and Christian non-fiction for...

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki (co-founder of VeggieTales and voice of Larry the Cucumber and author Sarah Humphrey welcome Tim Shoemaker about his latest novel for young readers, Even in Darkness. Even in Darkness is the fifth book in the High Water series and blends contemporary mystery and suspense, dramatic situations, and high adventure that both boys and girls ages 12+ love. While diving in Rockport Harbor, Parker Buckman makes a terrifying discovery, haunting enough to keep him out of...

This week hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki welcome back returning guest Carl Laferton to the podcast to talk about his new book, The Man in the Tree and the Brand New Start. Teach children that genuine faith in Jesus leads to a transformed life. Zacchaeus was very short, very rich, and not very happy, but his encounter with Jesus changed everything. In response to the grace Jesus showed him, Zacchaeus was transformed from the inside out. He repented, treasured Jesus above everything...

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Dr David Erickson about his new book, The Flourishing Family: A Jesus-Centered Guide to Parenting with Peace and Purpose. When it comes to Christian parenting, we crave confidence, wisdom, and―most of all―peace. We pray for peace when our little ones are tossed about by waves of emotions, for connection and confidence when navigating stressful mornings and exhausting nights, and for wisdom in knowing how best to discipline our...

Co-hosts Mike Nawrocki and Amy Parker welcome author Bethany McIlrath to discuss her new book, Abigail and the Career Day Catastrophe. New house. New school. New problems! Like many kids, adventurous and creative 9-year-old Abigail experiences lots of ups and downs when it comes to school life, making friends, and getting along with parents and siblings. Through both the humorous and serious challenges that arise, Abigail finds herself in one new mess after another. But as she learns all...

On this episode of The Bible for Kids podcast, hosts Sarah Humprey and Mike Nawrocki talk with returning author and friend, Dandi Mackall about her new book, The Christmas Barnyard. Join the Christmas Eve barnyard bustle as the animals prepare the stable for the exciting day ahead. “Mice bring berries tied with strings. Hens toss tinsel, silvery things. Sheep hang stockings filled with treats. Mama Llama makes her sweets. Owl hoots, ‘Come now, busy birds! Hurry, gaggles, flocks, and herds!...

On this episode of The Bible for Kids podcast, hosts Sarah Humprey and Mike Nawrocki talk with returning author and friend, Dandi Mackall about her new book, The Christmas Barnyard. Join the Christmas Eve barnyard bustle as the animals prepare the stable for the exciting day ahead. “Mice bring berries tied with strings. Hens toss tinsel, silvery things. Sheep hang stockings filled with treats. Mama Llama makes her sweets. Owl hoots, ‘Come now, busy birds! Hurry, gaggles, flocks, and herds!...

This week hosts Mike and Sarah welcome back friend, author and prior co-host Amy Parker to talk about her role in Tyndale's new Go Bible. When God calls, it’s time to go! The Go Bible is bursting with fun and engaging content to help kids explore God’s Word and go share it with others. Paired with the accurate, easy-to-read NLT translation, this kids’ Bible plants seeds of faith and share the life-changing love of God with kids through over 600 features centered on the theme of...

Hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talk to co-authors Bob Smiley and Jesse Florea about their new book Average Boy's Above Average Summer. Average Boy is here to make you laugh and encourage you in your faith! The Average Boy series features humorous writing and whimsical illustrations to help readers embrace the idea that life isn’t always about being the smartest, most athletic, or best-looking kid in the neighborhood. Faith, family, and friends are far more valuable than being...

This week hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talk with author Jo Naughton about her book My Heart Matters: A Child's 10-Day Journey with Jesus. Beloved ministry leader Jo Naughton is on a mission to help God’s people step into their fullest potential in Christ. As the founder of Whole Heart Ministries, she is an international speaker and author whose life’s work is to provide mentoring & resources that empower children and parents to overcome wounds that hinder them from fulfilling...

This week hosts Sarah and Mike talk to author Troy Schmidt and podcast producer Dan Lynch about the latest novel in their middle grade series DARKNESS. THE SEVEN time-travel adventure series follows a group of kids who are given incredible powers (super-charged displays of the gifts of the spirit) which they all received the same day then find each other over the course of the book series. They unite to battle a villain who is trying to disrupt Bible history. In book three of the...

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey welcome back author Josh Cooley to talk about his new book I Can't Believe My Eyes. “Dad, is God real?” Come on a kite-flying adventure with father and son as they explore how we can know that God really does exist. Written by New York Times bestselling author Josh Cooley, this charming and atmospheric tale will immerse you in a conversation between a father and son. It also models how everyday experiences can be used to help answer your...