Podcast appearances and mentions of Mike Nawrocki

In this episode, FPEA Chairman Suzanne Nunn speaks with Mike Nawrocki, co-creator of VeggieTales and the voice of Larry the Cucumber. They talk about Mike's interests and passions that led him to his creative journey and the rewards and challenges of pursuing his passion. We also get to talk about his more recent creative adventures with The Dead Sea Squirrels. This one is sure to stir up that inner child.  

More than 30 years after they created one of the most beloved animated series of all time Mike Nawrocki and Kurt Heineke join me to tell us everything we'd want to know about Larry the Cucumber, Bob the Tomato and the phenomenon that was Veggie Tales! Get ready to be have those Silliy Songs with Larry stuck in your head - you're welcome!

This episode, I have the privilege of talking with Mike Nawrocki, co-creator of VeggieTales and the beloved voice of Larry the Cucumber.

Many grew up watching the Christian animated series “VeggieTales,” and Father Dave welcomes the show's co-creator Mike Nawrocki to discuss sharing faith with kids. Mike wrote and directed episodes of the hit show as well as both theatrical-release films, and he served as the voice of Larry the Cucumber. Mike's latest project is a new kids show called, “The Dead Sea Squirrels,” based on his own book series.   

Created by Mike Nawrocki, co-creator of VeggieTales, the animated series, Dead Sea Squirrels, is now out. The Dead Sea Squirrels follows the adventures of a pair of First Century squirrels who are ready to dive into the 21st century. They love sharing the lessons they learned first-hand from Jesus’ teachings. Mike will join Wednesday’s Mornings with Eric and Brigitte to share his creation with us. https://gominno.com/deadseasquirrelsDonate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wrmbSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Nawrocki, known for his role as Larry the Cucumber in VeggieTales, joins Bob and Kim today to share his journey from aspiring pediatrician to a beloved children's storyteller. He discusses his new series, Dead Sea Squirrels, and the creative process behind writing for children across various mediums. Bob, Kim, and Mike explore the impact of storytelling, the importance of crafting themes, and the necessity of a supportive community. They also highlight the legacy that impactful storytelling can leave for future generations. Connect with Mike: instagram.com/mike.nawrockiCheck out the “Dead Sea Squirrels”: https://gominno.com/lp/deadseasquirrels/ Connect with Bob: instagram.com/bobgoff Connect with Kim: instagram.com/kimberly.stuart.writes --- Learn more about Writing Coaching with Bob and Kim: bobgoff.com/writing-coaching Come join Bob and Kim at the Oaks for a Writer's Workshop. Wherever you are in the writing process they are ready to help you figure out your next steps! Visit bobgoff.com/events to learn more.

Mike Nawrocki, known for his role as Larry the Cucumber in VeggieTales, joins Bob and Kim today to share his journey from aspiring pediatrician to a beloved children's storyteller. He discusses his new series, Dead Sea Squirrels, and the creative process behind writing for children across various mediums. Bob, Kim, and Mike explore the impact of storytelling, the importance of crafting themes, and the necessity of a supportive community. They also highlight the legacy that impactful storytelling can leave for future generations. Connect with Mike: instagram.com/mike.nawrockiCheck out the “Dead Sea Squirrels”: https://gominno.com/lp/deadseasquirrels/ Connect with Bob: instagram.com/bobgoff Connect with Kim: instagram.com/kimberly.stuart.writes --- Learn more about Writing Coaching with Bob and Kim: bobgoff.com/writing-coaching Come join Bob and Kim at the Oaks for a Writer's Workshop. Wherever you are in the writing process they are ready to help you figure out your next steps! Visit bobgoff.com/events to learn more.

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Not quite Steinbeck's, 'Of Mice and Men' but Tom and Tabi chat with Mike Nawrocki. The Co-Creator of Veggie Tales (and the voice of Larry the Cucumber) drops by to talk about his latest animated children's series, 'Dead Sea Squirrels' based on the best-selling books. Follow the adventures of Merle and Pearl, a pair of squirrels who have been petrified in sea salt and stuck in a Dead Sea cave for 2,000 years. After 10-year-old Michael smuggles them home from his dad’s archeological dig, the pair wake up and are ready to dive into the 21st century. Dead Sea Squirrels is streaming on Minno.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wmbwSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wednesday, February 12, 2025 Welcome to our Wednesday show. Join Kerby Anderson as he hosts. In the first hour, he welcomes Mike Nawrocki. As co-creator of VeggieTales and the voice of the beloved Larry The Cucumber, Mike will share his new new animated series, Dead Sea Squirrels, which goes live this Friday.  Connect with us on […]

The voice of Larry the Cucumber, Mike Nawrocki, stops by Mornings with Seth and Deb to highlight a new animated series that debuts on Valentine's Day. The Dead Sea Squirrels follows the adventures of Merle and Pearl, a pair of squirrels petrified in sea salt and stuck in a Dead Sea cave for 2,000 years. Thanks to the action of a 10-year-old boy, they wake up to a 21st-century life. Mike unpacks this new fun series for kids of all ages in this segment on Mornings with Seth and Deb.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wdlmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this exciting episode, Alita Reynolds sits down with Mike Nawrocki, co-creator of VeggieTales and the voice behind Larry the Cucumber, to discuss his latest animated series, The Dead Sea Squirrels! Mike has been creating faith-based entertainment for kids since 1993, from Silly Songs with Larry to Jonah and The Pirates Who Don't Do Anything. Now, he's bringing a brand-new adventure to life—introducing Merle and Pearl, two first-century squirrels who wake up 2,000 years later for hilarious and heartwarming adventures with a young boy named Michael.In this behind-the-scenes conversation, Mike shares the inspiration behind Dead Sea Squirrels, the journey of bringing it from idea to animation, his personal path in faith-based entertainment, and the vital role of biblical content in children's media. Don't miss this deep dive into storytelling, faith, and fun! Don't miss the first episodes on Minno streaming February 14. You can learn more about streaming the series here.

Mike shares his incredible journey from creating faith-based entertainment for kids to launching a brand-new series that blends humor, history, and important biblical lessons. He reflects on his time writing and directing some of the most beloved VeggieTales episodes, including Silly Songs with Larry, and how those experiences shaped his storytelling approach.We also dive into The Dead Sea Squirrels—where the idea came from, the challenges of bringing it to life, and how Minno, the faith-based streaming platform, is helping deliver meaningful, wholesome content to families. Mike talks about the importance of high-quality Christian entertainment for kids, why faith-based storytelling matters, and what's next for his growing franchise.If you grew up watching VeggieTales or are looking for safe, faith-centered media for your children, this episode is packed with insights, nostalgia, and exciting news about the future of The Dead Sea Squirrels.Learn more: https://www.deadseasquirrels.com/

Mike Nawrocki is the Co-Creator of Veggie Tales, a podcaster, author, teacher, and much more! In this episode, we discuss the creative side of the Faith and how it connects with film. Mike is well known with the Veggie Tales as he voiced Larry the Cucumber. Hear more about how he and Phil met to establish the Veggie Tales which has reached kids worldwide. We also dive into his latest project, the Dead Sea Squirrels, which he authored and is available in February as a kid's show! Mike can be found at mikenawrocki.com and the Guys Like Us can be found at theguyslikeus.com

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk to Eric and Meredith Schrotenboer about their latest book This Special Blessing for You. God is full of love for your children, and This Special Blessing for You empowers them to live out who God wants them to be in the world. Encourage the kids in your life to spread love and kindness with this engaging rhyming picture book. Today is the day the world gets to see, the beautiful person God made you to be. Wherever you go, it's God's love you're expressing, so God sends you out with this special blessing. This Special Blessing for You uses words and phrases that help children better understand what God wants to communicate to them. Each promise and declaration is based on the Aaronic Blessing found in Numbers 6:23–27: “The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; The Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.” Children ages 4–8 will delight in these spiritual takeaways: God loves you so much and delights in your presence Every child is God's beautiful creation. God fills you with power and strength to be who God calls you to be. You carry God's name wherever you go. You show the world what God is like by how you love and serve one another. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today! The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey interview Tom and Tony Bancroft, both former Disney animators whose talent brought to life characters including Pumba, Mushu, Kronk, and Iago just to name a few. The Bancroft brothers are now members of the staff at Lipcomb University (along with Nawrocki) in Nashville and have a new company, Pencilish Animation Studio with a new movie in the works!  You'll find this extended podcast fascinating as the brothers talk through their past and provide a glimpse into some fun future productions. Tom's film credits include: Mulan (Mushu), Pocahontas (Pocahontas), Brother Bear (Rutt and Tuke), and The Lion King (Young Simba). Tony's film credits include: Roller Coaster Rabbit, The Emperor's New Groove (Kronk), Beauty and the Beast (Cogsworth), The Lion King (Pumba), Aladdin (Iago) and Mulan (co-director).  --------------------------------------------------------------------------- The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today! The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey interview author Sandra Stanley about her new book, written with husband Andy, Parenting: Getting it Right. Am I getting parenting right? Most parents at all stages find themselves asking this question. Whether you're sleep-deprived with a colicky newborn or navigating the emotional roller coaster of a teenager, parenting has its lows and highs, its confusion and clarity, its big blowups and small victories. And no matter our family's makeup or our children's personalities, many of us experience anxiety over our children's futures and often fear making a mistake. Andy and Sandra Stanley are no strangers to this feeling. As parents of three grown children and cofounders of North Point Ministries, the Stanleys have spent decades teaching and learning. They've counseled families, mentored others, and learned from mentors of their own, all while leading one of the largest churches in the country. In Parenting: Getting It Right (Zondervan Books; January 17, 2023), Andy and Sandra combine their experience and wisdom into a guide that helps readers understand and live by essential parenting principles. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today! The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org  

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Danika Cooley about her new book in the BIble Investigators series, Creation Puzzles and Activities for Independent Learning. Bursting with 90 brain-teasing puzzles, 40 Bible passages, and 30 concepts regarding God's creation, this lesson-and-activity book will give kids aged 8-12 skills to investigate the Bible for themselves—like a real investigator!  As kids apply logic and solve challenging puzzles, they will dive deeply into Scripture and examine the Bible's account of creation, picking up lots of skills for reading and interpreting the Bible. As well as lots of puzzles, there are journaling boxes for kids to reflect on, interpret, and apply what they have learned.  Great for use in homeschools (independent work, morning time, or Bible lessons) and also great for churches to use with kids.  Fun for road trips and rainy days too! The book includes a link to free downloads that include reproducibles for more than one child, so families or classes can easily work together. Danika Cooley is an award-winning children's author and Bible-curriculum developer. Bible Road Trip™ is used across the globe and weekly she encourages tens of thousands of parents to intentionally raise biblically literate children at ThinkingKidsBlog.org. She is the author of the Who What Why Christian history series, When Lightning Struck!: The Story of Martin Luther, and Help Your Kids Learn and Love the Bible. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today! The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org  

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Karen Stubbs about her ministry, Birds on a Wire Moms.  Karen Stubbs is an author, speaker, and mom to four adult children. In 2011, she founded Birds on a Wire Moms, a ministry created to equip women with practical and Biblical truth. Early on in her marriage, Karen's husband Greg served as a fighter pilot in the Navy. It was during those tough early years, while Greg served overseas during Desert Storm, that Karen grew in her reliance on God and gained a heart for teaching biblical truths to women. Full of practical advice and engaging stories from her own walk with the Lord, Karen Stubbs is passionate about challenging women to live out the truth of God's Word in their everyday lives. Birds on a Wire Moms As moms, we constantly serve our families. We cook, we clean and we spend hours of our life in the carpool line. We stay up at night thinking, praying and, if we're being honest, worrying about our children's well being. Our plates are full and our days are short. There's nothing we want more than to love and nurture our children, but we don't always feel encouraged or equipped to do all that comes with the job. Often times, we feel alone. That's why Karen Stubbs created Birds on a Wire in 2011. Birds on a Wire is a ministry that provides Godly, practical advice so you'll feel celebrated, encouraged and equipped to parent with confidence. What started as a group of eight moms meeting in Karen's basement has grown into an international ministry with thousands of moms all over the world. Birds on a Wire supports moms through the weekly podcast, Wire Talk, as well as small group studies available through Right Now Media and live speaking engagements all across the U.S. Birds on a Wire Moms is for all moms. Moms who work out of the house or in the house. Moms who have a newborn to moms who are empty nesters. No matter where you are in the journey of motherhood, Birds on a Wire Moms is here to encourage and equip you. ---------------------------------------------- The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today! The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Troy Schmidt and producer of our podcast Dan Lynch about their new middle reader fiction series, THE SEVEN. The first two books in the series release December 1st - just in time for Christmas with five more books planned over the next two years. THE SEVEN time-travel adventure series follows a group of kids who are given incredible powers (mapping to the gifts of the spirit) which begin 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 the first book of the series FLOOD, Josh Davidson's dad, Edison, has created a time travel backpack that is stolen by the evil Dr. Bales, who uses it to travel to Noah's day to sink the ark! Josh and his newfound friends, with the help of Big Mike, an operative with a secret, covert organization, follow Dr. Bales to stop him before all of humanity (and nature) is completely destroyed.  In the second book of the series, FIRE, Josh and his friends journey to the Middle East to save their friend Hajj and travel back in time to witness the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah. They work to make sure Lot and his family get out in time and uncover Dr. Bales plan to take out Abraham. THE SEVEN carefully follows biblical history and even throws in some archaeology to show the truth behind the Bible. Every book has a secret code adventurers can decipher, testing to see how carefully they are reading. ---------------------------------------------- The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today! The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Chris Fabry about his Red Rock Mystery series for kids. Watch out! The Timberline twins are on the loose. Bryce and Ashley are ATV-riding tweens from Colorado who unearth action-packed mystery and adventure wherever they go. From clearing the name of a local miscreant to thwarting a gold-stealing heist, the twins' growing faith and the strong example of their parents guide them through even the most life-threatening situations. With the trademark page-turner style used by Jerry Jenkins and Chris Fabry in the Left Behind: The Kids series, these fast-paced books will keep even reluctant readers on the edge of their seats. Readers will definitely be hooked! Perfect for ages 8-12. Chris Fabry is an award-winning author and radio personality who hosts the daily program Chris Fabry Live on Moody Radio. He is also heard on Love Worth Finding, Building Relationships with Dr. Gary Chapman, and other radio programs. In 2020, he was inducted into the Marshall University School of Journalism and Mass Communications Hall of Fame. A native of West Virginia, Chris and his wife, Andrea, now live in Arizona and are the parents of nine children. ---------------------------------------------- The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today! The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphey talk with author and speaker Kevan Chandler about his story and new picture book We Carry Kevan. Kevan longs for adventures beyond the limits of his wheelchair. And with the help of a few friends and a heart full of courage, he just might go as far as his dreams can take him. With artwork by Natalie Peterson, author Kevan Chandler tells the true story of going to Europe with his friends in an albeit unconventional way… in a backpack on their backs. WE CARRY KEVAN is a timeless example of friendship, trust, and courage. ---------------------------------------------- The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today! The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talk with author Anika Watson about her adorable new book for kids, Yes I Can: God Makes Me Strong, Capable, and Brave! Every day is a new adventure for little kids! Whether it's going down big slides at the park, tasting new foods, or learning to swim, sometimes these things can feel a little scary. But here's the good news: this book is all about finding the courage to try these new things. And guess what helps? Knowing that God is always there with lots of love and support. With bright pictures and easy-to-read words, "Yes, I Can!" tells a special story about being brave. It's a gentle reminder that with faith and love, kids can face any challenge with a big smile. Join in on the fun and discover how, with God's help, every child can say, "Yes, I Can!" ---------------------------------------------- The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today! The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Alyssa Clements about her new book The Size of Everything. God created an amazing universe! He designed and spoke into existence big things and small things and things in between, and all of it is meant to point back to him. The Size of Everything compares by size different parts of God's creation with the aim of inspiring young readers to praise God for his power and creativity. It also highlights people as God's most special creation and helps children see God's love for them. The format of this book is unique in that it starts in the middle. As readers flip the pages to the left, they explore objects that get smaller and smaller. As readers flip the pages to the right, objects get bigger and bigger. From quarks to poison dart frogs to redwood trees to the Milky Way galaxy, readers will be fascinated as they learn about God and his incredible world. Alyssa Clements is a third-grade teacher turned book editor who loves learning about the fascinating world God has created and exploring how it all points to him. Alyssa lives in West Chicago, Illinois, with her husband, Forrest, and her two wonderfully curious children. ---------------------------------------------- The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today! The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org  

This week, hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Audra Haney about her new picture book He Is There. So daily sing your songs of praise, and pray your daily prayers. Keep looking with your HEART—you'll see! God's working everywhere. He Is There is a creative, poetic, and interactive book that helps kids learn about the invisible but surprising presence of God. We can't see God with our physical eyes, but He Is There uses poetry and flashlight fun to help kids look for the hand of God in creation and in their daily lives. This is also a fun way for parents and kids to calm down, connect, and have spiritual conversations before bedtime, story time, or anytime. This book affirms the biblical truths of God's sometimes seemingly hidden presence, his friendship, and his care in a creative and engaging way. We hope that the fun and novel storytelling format will lead to crossover appeal. For over 15 years, Audra Haney has written and produced quality content for a wide range of audiences across the globe, including the International Mission Board and the Christian Broadcasting Network. However, after welcoming her first child in 2014 and navigating the new (and sometimes choppy) waters of parenting, Audra decided to combine her media-life and mom-life to reach out to her favorite audience yet: expecting and new parents. She does so as the writer, host, and producer of the popular 5 Minute Mom Podcast. Audra and her husband, Cory, live in Knoxville, Tennessee, where he serves as a mission's pastor. They are parents to two daughters, Norah and Lydia. ---------------------------------------------- The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today! The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with authors Victoria Robb Powers and Cameron Mason Vickery about their new book My Love, God Is Everywhere. Encounter God's unlimited presence and unconditional love in this joyful picture book that helps kids discover God in all parts of creation, from the mountains to the anthills and, most of all, in our hearts amid joy, sadness, calm, and chaos. In this poetic book for 4- to 8-year-olds, a child asks her mother "Is God here, or is God there?" and begins to understand that God's attention, kindness, and comfort are everywhere. Young children will learn God is present in all parts of nature God is present with them when they are scared or brave, happy or sad, and in all situations each person is loved and good because they are God's child and God is present within them Written by two ministers and featuring vivid illustrations in rich colors, My Love, God Is Everywhere honors the natural way that children see and love the world while affirming each child's identity as the handiwork of a loving God. Kids and adults alike will enjoy spending time with our good God as they reflect on the truth that God is everywhere. ----------------------------------------------- The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today! The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with returning guest Arlene Pellicane about her book, Grandparenting Screen Kids: How to Help, What to Say, and Where to Begin which she co-wrote with Gary D Chapman. Things aren't what they once were. As younger generations become increasingly immersed in the endless presence of tech, older generations struggle finding common ground to relate.The gap between grandparent and grandchild may feel wider than ever. Grandparenting Screen Kids is a grandparent's guide to start bridging this gap. Relationship expert Gary Chapman along with coauthor Arlene Pellicane will help you understand this different (and often troubling) world of iPads, YouTube and video games. They will offer activities to keep your grandkids occupied without screens and assist you in navigating differences with your adult children. It's easy to feel overwhelmed, under informed, and physically unable to meet the demands of active grandkids. That's why this companion guide to the book Screen Kids has been written to connect you to information and encouragement. Technology isn't going anywhere and your grandkids need you more than ever to guide them in ways that computer's can't. ----------------------------------------------- The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today! The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org  

This week Sarah talks with Mike and gets the update on all things Dead Sea Squirrels! The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today! The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Abbey Wedgewood about the latest books in her Training Young Hearts series. The Training Young Hearts series from Abbey Wedgeworth encourages positive behavior for toddlers by holding out a model for grace based obedience— encouraging kids to run to Jesus with feelings of guilt and shame and to look to the Holy Spirit for help to use their bodies as God intended. The first two titles in this series, What Are Mouths For? and What Are Hands For?, feature dynamic, diverse illustrations and an engaging, exciting lift-the-flap experience. They are designed not only to be informative and instructive, but to be fun favorites for kids! These books serve as engaging and fun training tools that not only offer examples of how our bodies should and shouldn't be used, but also offer a framework for introducing the concepts of repentance, reconciliation, forgiveness, and sanctification.  Abbey Wedgeworth is a wife, mother, and writer. The author of Held and the Training Young  Hearts series, she is passionate about discipleship and Bible literacy, and loves to see the way that the gospel transforms how people think and live. Abbey lives on the South Carolina coast with her husband, David, and their three children. The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today! The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org  

This week co-hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk to author Linda McKillop about her new middle grade novel, Hotel Oscar Mike Echo. Home isn't always what we dream it will be.  Eleven-year-old Sierra just wants a normal life. After her military mother returns from the war overseas, the two hop from home to homelessness while Sierra tries to help her mom through the throes of PTSD.   When they end up at a shelter for women and children, Sierra is even more aware of what her life is not. The kind couple who run the shelter, Mr. and Mrs. Goodwin, attempt to show her parental love as she faces the uncertainties of her mom's emotional health and the challenges of being the brand-new poor kid in middle school. The longer she stays at the shelter, the more Sierra realizes she may have to face an impossible choice as she redefines home. This middle-grade novel offers a compassionate look at poverty, homelessness, and hope. Readers walk alongside brave Sierra as she holds on to a promise she believes God gave her: that one day she will have a real home. But what if that promise looks far different than she has ever dreamed?  Linda MacKillop writes stories for both adults and kids. She and her husband, Bill, raised four sons in a book- filled home with nightly read-aloud time. Her favorite read-aloud place is a tent, preferably on the water. After living in Virginia for many years, she now resides outside of  Chicago in an empty nest. Linda earned her MFA degree in creative writing from the Rainier Writing Workshop and strives to put life's broken pieces and people together again through stories filled with heart and charm. You can learn more about her at lindamackillop.com. -------------------------------------- The BIble for Kids is now a 501c3 non-profit and we'd love to have you join us in our mission of reaching kids with the message of the Bible. Our NEW store now features "Pay What You Can" pricing on many items with more coming soon. Visit TheBibleforKids.com to donate or learn more today! The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week co-hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey chat with agent and producer Dan Lynch about the latest updates to The Bible for Kids. They also discuss the new Bible for Me: Family Devotional, Coloring Book and Matching Memory card game now available at a Pay What You Can pricing model on TheBibleforKids.com. The Bible for Kids is a 501c3 non-profit dedicated to providing a platform of discovery and information about authors, ministries, musicians, games, films, and more, that seek to help instill biblical principles in kids. We desire to be a resource for churches, small groups, teachers, parents, grandparents of kids ages 0-18 to help them pass along Christian values to the kids in their lives. You can join us in helping reach kids around the world by becoming a one-time or regular donor. We are a volunteer run organization so 100% of support goes back into our mission.  TheBibleforKids.com  

Andrew Peterson returns to the podcast this week to talk with co-hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey about all the things going on with The Wingfeather Saga book and now animated series. The Wingfeather Saga now has more than 1 million books in print, in many languages and has expanded into an animated video series in partnership with Angel Studios. Season 1 is complete and Season 2 is under production.   There is also a new book coming in November, A Ranger's Guide to Glipwood Forest. From Book 1: Once, in a cottage above the cliffs on the Dark Sea of Darkness, there lived three children and their trusty dog, Nugget. Janner Igiby, his brother, Tink, and their disabled sister, Leeli, are gifted children as all children are, loved well by a noble mother and ex-pirate grandfather. But they will need all their gifts and all that they love to survive the evil pursuit of the venomous Fangs of Dang, who have crossed the dark sea to rule the land with malice. The Igibys hold the secret to the lost legend and jewels of good King Wingfeather of the Shining Isle of Anniera.  Full of characters rich in heart, smarts, and courage, On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness is a tale children of all ages will cherish and families can listen to together.  The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Co-hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talk with author Hannah Anderson this week about her book, The World God Made. God gives us all the earth and calls it home. Celebrating the wonders of nature, this retelling of Psalm 104 invites you to enjoy and explore the world God made. Moving from one feature of the natural world to the next—from the sky and earth to the animals and oceans—the book's lyrical language introduces questions from a child's view. What about when strong winds blow? When birds fly far away? When the night is long? Each uncertainty is met with a truth about God's character to comfort children and give them the confidence they need to explore the world around them. Hannah Anderson's stirring words are joined by Nathan Anderson's soft, realistic watercolors. Together they have created a book with a timeless aesthetic and readability, one that will resonate with families who celebrate the beauty of nature and the wisdom that comes from the world God made. The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Co-hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk this week with author Hunter Beless about her new book, Amy Carmichael: The Brown-Eyed Girl Who Learned to Pray. At a time when being a single female missionary was extremely costly, Amy Carmichael spent her life sharing Christ's love with hundreds of women and children in Asia. Along the way, she adapted to fit into cultures very different from her own, learned to depend on God in prayer, and became a mother to many children who had been sold, kidnapped, outcast, or abandoned. Her inspiring resolve to follow Christ and her sincere commitment to his word make her a great role model for young children and will enthuse them about the great things they can do for God too. This beautiful hardback book features beautiful illustrations and extra facts in the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos.  Hunter and her husband, Brooks, have four amazing kiddos who love learning and who memorize Scripture way faster than their mama! When they're not reading, seeing, saying, or singing the Bible, you can find the Beless family camping, riding bikes, or snuggling up with a good book. You can find her on Instagram or on the Journeywomen Podcast. The Bible for Kids Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

This week co-hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey welcome back prior co-host and author Amy Parker. Sarah gets to talk with Mike and Amy about new titles in the Bible for Me brand. New titles include the Bible for Me: Bible Stories & Prayers Family Devotional, Coloring book, and Memory Verse Matching Card game! The Bible Stories & Prayers Family Devotional features 50 new devotionals written by Mike and Amy each ending with a prayer which can be easily personalized with your child's name when reading. The devotionals cover the same 50 stories presented in the Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers Bible Storybook and can be used as a companion to it or alone. The Bible Stories & Prayers Coloring Book includes 50 stories which go along with the Bible for Me: Bible Stories & Prayers Bible Storybook and Family Devotional book. Printed on heavy paper with perforated pages so the new masterpieces can easily be torn out to post proudly. Includes stories Genesis thru Revelation. Each story includes verse references and Title so kids can continue learning about the Bible. The Bible Matching and Memory Game is more than just a game. Kids will love matching their favorite characters from the Old and New Testament and parents will love their kids learning their stories and seeing their kids' biblical knowledge grow. Includes: 25 pairs from the OT and NT in two decks Each pair includes character name, story and scripture reference and memory verse Bible verse is half on each card so when matched they can read and learn the entire verse. The Bible for Me family of products is available from Amazon or soon from TheBibleforKids.com website.

This week co-hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talk with author Shannon Cook about her new book, I Made the Earth. Did you know that God not only made the earth … He really enjoys it too!  “I Made the Earth” is an Earth Day book from God's perspective. Each rhyming verse tells the reader something beautiful or unique on this earth God made for us to enjoy―things like waterfalls, forests, and the coral reef. Included are reminders to take care of God's creation. The reader also learns that through creation, he or she can learn about God Himself. The book also includes end matter just for parents including ways little people can make a big impact, and fun facts about Earth Day!

This is a fun week as we change this up a bit and have a chat and celebration for the launch of the 11th book in Mike Nawrocki's The Dead Sea Squirrels early reader series.  Mike and co-host author Sarah Humphrey chat with the crew at Tyndale Kids about the series how the book is put together, the illustration process and marketing. You'll enjoy this behind the scenes look into the publishing process and learn more about all the squirrelly things going on! In book 11, Merle and Pearl have been separated! While Pearl is back with the Gomez family, Merle finds himself scurrying through the Holy Land with Dave, a honey-loving, talking lizard. Together, Merle and Dave must brave the perils of the Israeli wilderness in the hopes of reuniting Merle with his friends and foiling Dr. Simon's evil plan. Get ready for more daring escapes, hilarious jokes, and squirrel origami as Merle and Pearl try to make their way back to each other. Will they find each other before Dr. Simon does? Readers will learn about Jesus calling his disciples and the Kingdom of God.

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphrey talk with author Kathleen Long Bostrom about her new book, Since the Baby Came: A Sibling's Learning-to-Love Story in 16 Poems. This charming, playful story-in-verse introduces children to a variety of different poetic forms while walking them through all the twists and turns of welcoming a new baby into the family. Mama is having a baby. Everything's starting to change. God, can you tell me what happened? Life is becoming so strange. Since the Baby Came offers a unique take on a timeless topic. The heartfelt and humorous drama unfolds completely in verse, addressing the full range of emotions a young child experiences when a new baby joins the family—from surprise and confusion to feelings of neglect and jealousy to wholehearted tenderness and affection. The book also introduces young children to the playfulness and fun of various forms of poetry, from senryu to villanelle.  Look out! It's a diaper volcano! Forgive me for being abrupt. There isn't much time to explain—OH! That thing is about to erupt!

This week hosts Sarah Humprey and Mike Nawrocki talk with returning guest Tricia Goyer about her new book co-written with Robin Gun, Before You Meet Your Future Husband: 30 Questions to Ask Yourself and 30 Heartfelt Prayers. Bestselling author Robin Jones Gunn teams up with author and teen advocate Tricia Goyer on a devotional for young single women to help them establish God-honoring thinking and beliefs that will lay a firm foundation for their future marriage. Movies, television, and novels feature glamorous portrayals of dating and marriage, giving us unrealistic expectations of what true love looks like. A beautiful counterpoint to those dreamy fantasies, Before You Meet Your Future Husband focuses on three areas you, as a young woman, need to address in preparing for marriage: • your heart—nurturing a place where healthy love can grow • your head—realigning your thoughts with biblical truth • your hands—learning to make the most of your God-given potential This uplifting, interactive devotional helps you approach dating from a place of peace and strength, whether you're in a relationship now or simply hope to be married one day. With a focus on your own transformation, Before You Meet Your Future Husband offers biblical guidance, real-life stories, thought-provoking questions, and intentional prayers to help you prepare now for the future God has in store for you. Discover the freedom and contentment that come from preparing for a God-honoring, life-giving relationship.

This week hosts Sarah Humphrey and Mike Nawrocki talk with returning guest Nancy Sanders about her new book, Bedtime with Daddy. Bedtime with Daddy features many of the same characteristics as Book 1, Bedtime With Mommy, but with all new animal families!  All around the world, it's bedtime, and daddies are tucking little ones into bed. From the penguins in the Arctic to the lions of Africa, it's time for snuggles, prayers, songs and bedtime kisses. This adorable board book features a daddy and baby animal in eight different habitats getting ready for bed. The final spread features Daddy playing a guitar and putting his son to bed. Nancy I. Sanders is a multi-award-winning children's author of over 100 books. She is the co-winner of the ECPA's 2018 Young People's Literature Award for the best in MG/YA nonfiction in the Christian market, and some of her favorite topics to write about are God, Bible stories, educational subjects, African American history, and Jane Austen. While Nancy loves to spend her time writing books and working on various manuscript projects, she also enjoys sewing patchwork quilts, gardening, and capturing the beauty of God's beautiful creation on film. Nancy and her husband, Jeff, live in southern California and attend Calvary Chapel Chino Hills Church.

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphries talk with author Monica Swanson about her new book, Raising Amazing: Bringing Up Kids Who Love God, Like Their Family, and Do the Dishes without Being Asked. Raising Amazing combines years of research with personal stories and step-by-step, practical advice to equip you to raise kids of godly character and deep faith who love their parents and remain close to their siblings for a lifetime. Parents love to imagine their children growing up to be exceptional adults. But for many, raising exceptional adults seems a daunting task. Perhaps you're a new parent and don't know where to start, or maybe you're a parent of teens and feel like you've made a mess of it all. Or perhaps you're somewhere in between and just don't think you're good at the whole parenting thing. Wherever you are in your parenting journey, there's hope for you. As a mom of four boys, Monica Swanson--also the author of Boy Mom and host of the popular Boy Mom podcast--knows firsthand the challenges and struggles of parenting and the kind of help that parents in the trenches are looking for. In Raising Amazing, Monica gives you the tools and techniques you need to: Raise countercultural kids in the midst of a crazy world Train your children in the biblical character qualities you value most Find ways to help your kids navigate technology, sports, and dating Introduce your children to a vibrant life of faith that will draw them closer to God Cultivate strong sibling bonds and mend those that may already be struggling Develop healthy relationships with your children that will lead to friendship for a lifetime Encourage dads with a "note to dads" at the end of each chapter written by Monica's husband This isn't just a book; it's a fresh perspective on parenting that may just change the trajectory of your family forever.

This week hosts Mike Nawrocki and Sarah Humphries catch up with author Caroline Saunders and talk about her latest book, The Story of Home. No one makes a home like God! The Bible is filled with stories about homes, from the Garden of Eden to the Promised Land, from the tabernacle in the desert to the temple in Jerusalem. But what do these stories have in common? What is God showing us through them? Enter The Story of Home and discover God's perfect plan to build the homiest of homes through Jesus. Learn how Jesus welcomes all who are homesick to be part of His family and live happily with Him forever! Filled with stunning illustrations Traces the theme of home throughout the Bible A perfect house-warming gift for a family Can also encourage those who are homesick, lonely, or without a permanent home Caroline Saunders is a writer, Bible teacher, pastor's wife, and mother of three who believes in taking Jesus seriously and being un-serious about nearly everything else. She's written two Bible studies for teen girls (Good News: How to Know the Gospel and Live It and Better Than Life: How to Study the Bible and Like It, LifeWay Girls), a retelling of the books of Joel, Amos, and Jonah for elementary readers called Sound the Alarm, and two kids books (The Story of Water and The Story of Home, B&H Kids). Find her writing, resources, and ridiculousness at WriterCaroline.com, on Instagram @writercaroline, and on TikTok @writercarolinesaunders.

The thirteenth episode in our dramatized Bible story series from The Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers written by Amy Parker and Mike Nawrocki. Joshua and the Big Wall - a story about following God's instructions and having faith, narrated by Amy Parker and Mike Nawrocki. Look for The Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers on Amazon or wherever books are sold, Published by K-LOVE Books.  Also visit us at TheBibleforMe.com

The twelfth episode in our dramatized Bible story series from The Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers written by Amy Parker and Mike Nawrocki. Exploring Canaan - a story about how God wants the very best for each of us, narrated by Amy Parker and Mike Nawrocki. Look for The Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers on Amazon or wherever books are sold, Published by K-LOVE Books.  Also visit us at TheBibleforMe.com

The eleventh episode in our dramatized Bible story series from The Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers written by Amy Parker and Mike Nawrocki. Moses on the Mountain - a story about following God's rules, narrated by Amy Parker and Mike Nawrocki. Look for The Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers on Amazon or wherever books are sold, Published by K-LOVE Books.  Also visit us at TheBibleforMe.com

He's the beloved voice of Larry the Cucumber of Veggie Tales fame and she's author of over 60 books for kids and kids at heart! Mike Nawrocki and Amy Parker join Julie Lyles Carr on the AllMomDoes podcast for a powerful conversation about helping our kids develop their own spiritual lives, how we can guide that, and when we need to back off and let God lead the way. Show Notes: http://bit.ly/3EwARYd

My guests are authors Mike Nawrocki (co-creator of VeggieTales® and voice of Larry the Cucumber) and Amy Parker (Night Night Prayer books) who have shared Bible stories with tens of millions of children through books and videos. They are cohosts of the popular The Bible for Kids Podcast and co-authors of The Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers (February 2022, KLOVE Books).For more on Mike and Amy: Go to Mike's website https://mikenawrocki.com/Go to Amy's website here http://www.amyparkerbooks.com/home.htmlGet "The Bible for me" for your kids https://amzn.to/3crEnYL For more information on the ministry of Discerning Dad:Support me on Faithful- I have exclusive content you can't find anywhere else! https://faithful.place/users/discerningdadCheck out my website!  https://discerning-dad.com/Order my newest book- "Eyes on Jesus: A 90-Day Discernment Devotional" now!  This is a must-read for your personal quiet time with Jesus. Order here https://amzn.to/3vIArYYGrow your YouTube account like I did with TubeBuddy!  Use my link https://www.tubebuddy.com/discerningdadYou can purchase my book that started it all, Everyday Discernment: The Importance of Spirit-led decision making, on Amazon https://amzn.to/3dDGKVwBecome a patron supporter and get exclusive benefits such as my second podcast and much more https://www.patreon.com/Discerningdad

Welcome to a brand new season of the Famous at Home podcast! Josh and Christi are back in full swing and officially making their YouTube debut for this upcoming podcast season. Do you watch podcasts on YouTube? Be sure to subscribe to their channel. In this episode, they provide a bit of a life update (see show notes for links), what they've been doing as a family this summer, and even more importantly, the lessons they're learning (this episode). They also give a sneak peak into what's ahead for season 12! Here are some highlights from the lessons they're learning: The power of presence over productivity in your homeGiving yourself grace as a parent and only focusing on one step a dayExplaining the "why" and the logic of what you do with your kidsEffective ways to manage complaints in your home Show Notes: Watch this episode on Youtube. Pre-order What Do I Do With Anger? Order the Famous at Home book. Apply now for the Leader's Heart Cohort. Catch up on the Joshua Becker interview. Go back and listen to the Amy Parker and Mike Nawrocki interview. Listen to Laura Dugger's episode.

If you have kids and you've tried reading the Bible to them, you might know where this is going. Getting our kids to not just read the Bible, but to actually enjoy God's story and message is not easy. Trying to instill the message of a Bible story in their hearts whilst tucking them into bed can reap the exact opposite outcome of our intentions. Overtired kids + frustrated parent = not what we intended. Let this episode encourage you: you are not alone. In this episode, Josh and Christi talk with best-selling authors Amy Parker and Mike Nawrocki about their new Bible storybook, The Bible for Me: Bible Stories & Prayers. The four of them talk about how to make God's story relevant to your child's life and ways they've implemented daily prayers and Bible reading into their family rhythms. Show Notes: Order The Bible for Me: Bible Stories & Prayers. Listen to The Bible for Kids Podcast! Order Mike's The Dead Sea Squirrels series! Find all of Amy's books here!