New Children's Storybook, AT PAPA'S KNEE, is Released

In the Neighborhood (ISBN: 978-1-944023-06-5) the second book in the "At Papa's Knee" children's series, is based on the life and writings of the Rev. L.A. Meade family. The tales are woven in a homey farm setting with the escapades and adventures of the children serving as the basis for Biblically-based life-lessons. As the children turn to Papa in their difficulties, his kindly advice is encapsulated in a memorable story which is easy for children to remember and apply to their everyday experience.

Families will appreciate the:
· "Check Out What God Says" section, with Scripture applicable to the lesson
· "Talk About It" discussion questions for the whole family
· "Live It Out" ideas for life application
· "Pray About It" prayer to end the time
· Wide possibilities for use - these stories are excellent complements to lesson time at Sunday School, Christian schools, camp, or VBS.
· Fun illustrations - both line drawings and rich color illustrations - bring the stories to life.
· The virtues, character qualities, manners, and scriptural principles made memorable through the antics and exploits of the Meade family.

The character of Papa is based on the Rev. L.A. Meade, the grandfather of the authors, and his wise, gentle guidance during their childhood. From his inspirational words, preserved in his own hand, and from the family's own experiences and stories, his granddaughters have found inspiration for children's stories that comfort and challenge, bringing laughter and joy into family teaching time.

Cara Shelton, co-author of the At Papa's Knee series, commented, "These tales are designed as springboards for family discussions. My sister and I had the enormous blessing of growing up with the real, live, original Papa Meade. His steady, faithful influence - always loving, always with a sense of humor - was a huge positive force on our lives and faith, and we hope to share that with our readers." Patricia Ediger, her sister and co-author, added, "After the publication of Classic Christianity, a Year of Timeless Devotions, customers have consistently asked us to develop books for families with younger children to enjoy together. We are excited to be able to offer these books to help families have the important conversations about applying faith to everyday life."

"In the Neighborhood" is currently available both on amazon.com and at classicchristianity.net in large children's paperback format.

Please go to www.classicchristianity.net to follow the Classic Christianity blog, to browse historical photographs, and to view letters of recommendation. Follow Classic Christianity on Facebook and twitter . A media kit is available here. For speaking availability, please contact Patricia and Cara at classicchristianity@gmail.com

About the Authors:
Patricia Ediger write three articles a month for the Global Prayer Digest, leads women's Bible studies in her local church body, and has traveled to Central America over twenty times for short-term medical missions. Patricia, a retired registered nurse, has been married for over fifty years, has two grown children and four grandchildren.

Cara Shelton has taught both creative writing and English literature classes for over twenty years. and serves in outreach and children's ministries at her local church. Married thirty-seven years, Cara & her husband enjoy precious time with their three college age children.

About the Illustrator:
Suzi Spooner hails from the land of sun (Southern California) but currently studies in the land of rain (Seattle). She can be contacted at http://suzispooner.wix.com/illustrator

Book Facts:
At Papa's Knee: In the Neighborhood
Publisher: Artumitze Publishing, a division of Classic Christianity
ISBN: 978-1-944023-06-5
Publ. Date: June 30, 2016
Media Kit: http://www.classicchristianity.net/media-kit.html

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