P. K. Hallinan

Introduce little ones to the boundless, unconditional love of God with this sweet board book written just for them. In this comforting title by P. K. Hallinan, the author supposes what God might say in a personal letter written to a child. Rhyming verse reveals the beautiful and unlimited nature of God's love as he celebrates children's God-given identities, promises to be with them no matter what, and encourages them to look for signs of his love in the world around them. Vibrantly illustrated and delightfully personal, this story is a great way to share God's love with the little one in your life.

Foster a loving relationship between father and child in this beautiful picture book Through simple verse and bright illustrations, P. K. Hallinan illustrates the unconditional love that a father has for his child. Dads are more than parents, they can be friends too They can spend quality time with you, play sports like tennis or catch, or simply be a role model. Fathers are there for their boys and girls no matter what, by teaching them lessons about hard work, responsibility, and growing up. There's no true friend like a dad Through the easy-to-read verses of this adorable illustrated book, your child will learn that their dad will always be their best friend. Whether you read it at bedtime or any point of the day, My Father and I is the perfect book for showing your child just how much you love them as they're growing up.

Foster a loving relationship between mother and child in this beautiful picture book Through simple verse and bright illustrations, P. K. Hallinan illustrates the unconditional love that a mother has for her child. Moms are more than parents, they can be friends too They can make you laugh, play games like hide-and-seek, or simply be there to read a book or take a stroll with. Mothers are there for their boys and girls no matter what, whether it's healing hurts, or teaching lessons about caring and giving and the value of hard work. There's no true friend like a mom Through the easy-to-read verses of this adorable illustrated book, your child will learn that their mom will always be their best friend. Whether you read it at bedtime or any point of the day, My Mother and I is the perfect book for showing your child just how much you love them as they're growing up.

Inspire both excitement and reverence for the Easter holiday in this colorful picture book Brightly illustrated in beautiful spring colors, P. K. Hallinan takes the reader from the early discovery of an Easter basket through a quick search for eggs. Then it's time to jump into brand-new Easter outfits and join the neighbors for church. After church, it's back outside for games and then home to reflect on the wonderful day. Each joyful activity is brimming with the heart-stirring warmth associated with all of P. K. Hallinan's children's books. As always, Hallinan is careful to make fitting transitions from reverie to reverence--he delicately encourages respect for the Easter message, subtly exploring the hope that this favorite holiday brings. Parents have come to expect their children to identify with P. K. Hallinan's lovable, familiar characters, and they may once again in this delightful look at Easter through a child's eyes. P. K. Hallinan combines the joyful spirit of the holiday with the good-natured excitement of a child's Easter morning in How to Celebrate Easter

Encourage safe yet exciting Halloween fun for your child in this colorful, rhyming tale Halloween is a frightfully fantastic time of year for people of all ages but is especially fun as a child! Through simple verse and bright illustrations, P. K. Hallinan awakens the excitement that children feel on Halloween, from describing the fun and colorful costumes of friends to trick-or-treating treats to the delightfully scary house decorations. Hallinan not only brings the Halloween spirit to life for children, but also inspires safe and appropriate Halloween behavior, including advice on choosing bags with extra-strong handles and always saying “thank you.” Hallinan gently encourages children to sift through their candy with a parent before indulging—and he subtly suggests waiting to munch until the next day. Parents can depend on P. K. Hallinan to provide not only fun stories, but also teaching tools for their children. Prepare your child for an exciting, yet safe, Halloween evening in Today is Halloween!

An updated version of a P. K. Hallinan classic, this board book reassures children that they are loved no matter what. Written in first-person verse from parent to child, How Do I Love You? celebrates the many sides of every little one--happy, goofy, mad, mischievous, kind, imaginative--and sweetly tells them that they are loved on their very best and very worst of days. Children will love hearing about all of the ways that they are loved as they snuggle in for storytime. Perfect for every occasion and illustrated with warmth and whimsy, How Do I Love You? will fast become a parent-and-child favorite.

Friends come in all shapes, sizes, and colors; they can be funny or serious, musical or athletic, outgoing or quiet. In A Rainbow of Friends, P. K. Hallinan reminds children to celebrate their differences, because those are what make each of us so special. Through colorful illustrations and upbeat verse, Hallinan shows that when we celebrate the uniqueness of others, our lives are enriched and the world is a better place for all.

Invaluable insights for building a meaningful life There comes a time in every person's life when they wonder: does anything I do really matter? In this inspiring book, bestselling author P. K. Hallinan shows readers how to answer that question with a resounding yes! With encouraging stories from his life and others, Hallinan lays out five immensely practical steps readers can follow to achieve a more meaningful life: -Work hard -Go in the strength you have -Finish what you start -Be patient -Help other people along the way While other books and authors try to tell readers how to change their personality or way of thinking to find their purpose, P. K. Hallinan shows that true life change is not about thinking, but about doing. A Life That Matters does not try to change how people feel, but how they act. It teaches that no matter what someone is doing, with a redirection of focus he or she can make a real and lasting difference in the world. Life is a journey. A Life That Matters shows readers how to make their journey as productive and satisfying as possible.

This title is suitable for ages 2 to 5 years. It is a colourful celebration of the special bond shared between brothers. Brothers may squabble and fight, but when it comes right down to it, the relationship between brothers is often the closest and most enduring of a boy's life. Here, P K Hallinan draws on his experience of raising two sons to illustrate the many facets of the relationship. We see the boys playing together, sharing in chores, helping one another, disagreeing, and laughing themselves silly. What they know is that just being together is the best thing of all. P K brings his usual warmth and humour to the rhyming verse and bright watercolours.

This book is for ages 3-5. Friends come in all colours and sizes; they can be funny or serious, musical or athletic, outgoing or quiet. This book reminds children to celebrate their differences because that is what makes each of us so special.

Ages toddler and upwards. In only about 200 words, the author expresses the love and respect all children have for their dads in this book. "My daddy and I have the greatest of times..." to the conclusion, "We brighten each other, my daddy and I," this is a gentle story of love expressed between children and dad -- between your child and you.

This book is intended for ages 1 to 6 years. The colourful illustrations and simple text make this story perfect for toddlers. Every facet of God's world provides a reason for a child to be thankful: from the glorious sunset to the beauty of the seashore, trees, and flowers.