The Gifts Of The Animals

The gentle beasts of sky and earth prepare their stable for Christ's birth. With a beautiful narrative by author and poet Carole Gerber and stunning and intricate art by renowned Japanese artist Yumi Shimokawara comes one of the most anticipated Christmas gift books ever published. The Gift of the Animals shares the miraculous offerings the humble animals in the manger gave to the baby Jesus. The birds on the roof of the lowly shed prepare a pillow for His head, with feathers pulled from downy breasts . . . mice carry them to where He'll rest. Celebrating the Savior's birth, this full-color, gold-embossed hardcover is must-have addition to a family's Christmas library and Christmas Eve traditions.

All animals need food, water and shelter. But what about their social and emotional needs? Modern science tells us that animals experience a wide range of emotions—from fear and anxiety to friendship and happiness. What Animals Want is an animal-care book with a difference. It introduces young readers to the Five Freedoms and helps them think about their pets’ physical and emotional needs, providing a framework for thinking about the welfare of all animals in human care, including farm, exotic and wild animals. Author Jacqueline Pearce wrote this book in consultation with the British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA), an organization internationally recognized for its innovative humane education and animal welfare work.

A great hunter, Little Water has a special gift – he can communicate with the animals of the forest, who respect him. One day, when Little Water returns from the hunt, he finds his village silent. Everyone is very sick, and the medicine man cannot cure them. He instructs Little Water to seek help from the animals. But Little Water is caught in a terrible storm and injured. The animals come to his help and give him knowledge of their healing powers. With their help, Little Water is able to save the villagers, who never forget the gift from the forest animals.

A story of celebration with the characters of Hazel Village.

Just like the three kings in the story of the Nativity, they brought gifts to the Christ child. In this book the animals bring their gifts to the Christ child. The Creator (God) makes all things, trees, plants, food, animals, and us. We all have special gifts, including the animals. This book, from a Native American perspective, shows how each animal is so special, with a great spiritual gift, our spirit animals that still remain to this day.

How does a bird fly? What does a bee see? What do wolves eat? Interactive illustrations make it fun to learn about the animals all around.

It's exciting living on the coldest stretch of earth and in the Outback too! Read along as these spunky short stories for early readers take you on a trek around the globe. You'll meet some young characters like Wiley and Wynter, and their adored animal companions, Mr. Bark the dog and Beau the horse. Peek into their lives and even learn a few words in their languages! Find out why our characters on every continent are so thankful to their creature friends, and learn about the many gifts these animals provide. Gifts of the Animals includes everything kids love — new friendly faces, greetings from around the globe and appreciation for the precious provisions of our animal companions.

In this extraordinary book, the Andersons offer true stories about animals who all but prove the existence of miracles--and whose unconditional love has healed their human companions during their darkest hours.