David the Shepherd Boy by Amy Steedman is a retelling of the biblical story of David, one of the most beloved figures in the Old Testament, designed for younger readers. Steedman recounts David's early life, beginning with his humble beginnings as a shepherd boy in Bethlehem, through his rise to fame as a hero, and eventually his anointment as the future king of Israel.The book highlights David's faith and courage, focusing on key episodes such as his fight against the giant Goliath, where...

The Babe in the Bulrushes by Amy Steedman is a delightful retelling of the biblical story of Moses, specifically focusing on his miraculous beginnings and early life. The book is aimed at young readers and beautifully captures the themes of faith, courage, and divine protection.Steedman opens the story in ancient Egypt, where the Hebrew people are enslaved and a decree has been issued to kill all newborn Hebrew boys. In this perilous context, Moses's mother, Jochebed, seeks to save her chi...

Joseph the Dreamer by Amy Steedman is a beautifully written retelling of the biblical story of Joseph, the son of Jacob, aimed at young readers. Steedman narrates Joseph’s life journey, beginning with his early years as his father’s favorite son, marked by his colorful coat and the prophetic dreams that set him apart from his brothers. These dreams, which foreshadow Joseph’s future greatness, ultimately lead to jealousy and betrayal when his brothers sell him into slavery in Egypt.The stor...

Knights of Art: Stories of the Italian Painters by Amy Steedman is a collection of biographical tales about the great Italian artists of the Renaissance. Written for young readers, the book presents the lives and achievements of painters such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, and Titian. Steedman recounts their struggles, triumphs, and contributions to the world of art in an engaging and accessible manner, highlighting their dedication to beauty and creativity.The book serves as...

In God's Garden: Stories of the Saints for Little Children by Amy Steedman is a collection of simple yet inspiring stories about the lives of saints, written for young readers. The book presents the stories of various saints in a way that is accessible and engaging for children, highlighting their virtues, acts of kindness, and devotion to God. Steedman aims to impart moral lessons and Christian values through these tales, encouraging children to emulate the saints' faith and good deeds.Th...

A great book that introduces famous Italian artists to children.ContentsGiotto -- Fra Angelico -- Masaccio -- Fra Filippo Lippi -- Sandro Botticelli -- Domenico Ghirlandaio -- Filippino Lippi -- Pietro Perugino -- Leonardo da Vinci -- Raphael -- Michelangelo -- Andrea del Sarto -- The Bellini -- Vittore Carpaccio -- Giorgione -- Titian -- Tintoretto -- Paul Veronese.

Knights of Art: Stories of the Italian Painters by Amy Steedman.

In God's garden there is every kind of flower, each differing from the other in beauty. Some are tall and stately like the lilies, growing where all may see them in their dress of white and gold; some are half concealed like the violets, and known only by the fragrance of kind deeds and gentle words which have helped to sweeten the lives of others; while some, again, are hidden from all earthly eyes, and only God knows their loveliness and beholds the secret places where they grow. But kno...

"Let us remember that God has given to all of us, little children as well as grown-up people, a place in His garden here on earth, and He would have us take these white flowers, the lives of His saints, as a pattern for our own." - A. SteedmanAmy Steedman was a prolific author of children's books, particularly known for her works focusing on religious themes and Bible stories. Steedman's legacy lies in her ability to make religious figures and stories accessible and inspiring for b...

Then came the time which is called 'The Renaissance,' a word which means being born again, or a new awakening, when men began to draw real pictures of real things and fill the world with images of beauty.Now it is the stories of the men of that time, who put new life into Art, that I am going to tell you--men who learned, step by step, to paint the most beautiful pictures that the world possesses.In telling these stories I have been helped by an old book called The Lives of...

There is a garden which God has planted for Himself, more beautiful than any earthly garden. The flowers that bloom there are the white souls of His saints, who have kept themselves pure and unspotted from the world. In God's garden there is every kind of flower, each differing from the other in beauty. Some are tall and stately like the lilies, growing where all may see them in their dress of white and gold; some are half concealed like the violets, and known only by the fragrance of kind...

In a certain town in Persia there lived, once upon a time, two brothers. Their names were Cassim and All Baba, and when their father died all he had was divided between them, so they both started life with the same fortune. But before very long Cassim married a rich wife, and Ali Baba married a poor one; so while Cassim lived like a lord and did nothing, Ali Baba had to work hard for his living, Every day he went to cut wood in the forest, loaded his three horses with it, and then brought ...