This post is sponsored by @Zonderkidz and includes a gifted copy of the book. While this resource was kindly provided to me, all opinions, reflections, and experiences shared here are entirely my own. I only share books and resources I genuinely read, enjoy, and believe can be a blessing and encouragement to you as well.

Hidden scrolls

The mystery of the ancient Map

About the book

The Hidden Scrolls series by M. J. Thomas is an exciting new adventure for young readers. The Mystery of the Ancient Map follows Peter, Mary, and their dog Hank as they uncover an ancient map marked with mysterious red Xs—each one leading to a new hidden scroll and a journey back to pivotal moments in Biblical history.

In The Brave Queen, the first book in the series, what begins as a trip to Israel for Great Uncle Solomon’s archaeology award quickly turns into another time-travel mission. After receiving a mysterious ancient map, Peter and Mary are transported back to Persia during the time of Queen Esther. There, they meet Esther, Mordecai, and the villainous Haman while working to uncover the secret of the scroll.

With fast-paced storytelling and engaging action, this series helps children grow in Biblical literacy while bringing Scripture to life in an imaginative and accessible way.

Let me share my personal thoughts with you!

My Personal Thoughts & Review

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If you are raising—or know—a child ages 6–9 (roughly 2nd–3rd grade), The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls by M. J. Thomas is an engaging adventure series. These books catapult young readers into mystery, action, and Biblical history in a way that feels exciting rather than intimidating.

What makes this series stand out to me is its strong Biblical focus. The stories place children right into key moments in Scripture, helping them not just hear about Biblical events, but truly experience them through the adventure.

I also really appreciate the illustrations woven throughout the chapters. The images, every few pages, help bring the story to life and support a child’s imagination as they picture the scenes unfolding.

Most of all, I love that this series teaches Biblical history in an enjoyable and understandable way. It offers young readers clean, educational literary entertainment that families can feel good about.

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I’d love to hear from you! If you’re curious about anything I mentioned in this review or want to know more before picking up a copy, drop your questions below, and I’ll gladly share. If this book feels like something you could benefit from in this season, you can purchase your copy using the here for The Brave Queen and here for The Big Fish. May it bring peace, encouragement, and freedom in your walk with God.

This post is sponsored by W Publishing Group and includes a gifted copy of the book. While this resource was kindly provided to me, all opinions, reflections, and experiences shared here are entirely my own. I only share books and resources I genuinely read, enjoy, and believe can be a blessing and encouragement to you as well.

You always belong

knowing god’s love and finding your place

About the book

If your child struggles with perfectionism, people-pleasing, or constantly seeking approval, You Always Belong offers a gentle and reassuring message rooted in truth.

Written by Jinger Duggar Vuolo and Jeremy Vuolo, this beautifully illustrated children’s book reminds young hearts that their worth is not tied to performance, behavior, or meeting expectations. Inspired by themes from People Pleaser, the story helps children understand that they are already fully loved by God.

With warmth and clarity, the authors explore powerful truths in a way children can grasp:

• God’s love is unconditional

• We always belong in His love

• We don’t have to earn approval

• It’s healthy and okay to have boundaries—even to say “no”

At its core, You Always Belong plants seeds of confidence, security, and identity in God’s love—helping families have meaningful conversations about belonging and boundaries.

Let me share my personal thoughts with you!

My Personal Thoughts & Review

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You Always Belong has easily become one of my favorite faith-based young readers’ books!

To begin, I was immediately drawn to this book for its colorfully expressive illustrations of God’s children and its central focus, “You Always Belong.” There’s something about a book that points to our all-important identity as God’s precious creation. One that reveals it not just through seamless poetry but also through pictures, that all God’s children belong.

I want to add that his story is a great teaching tool for kids’ home or classroom libraries because it teaches many principles that little ones should learn early.

For instance,
* God’s Love
* Spreading the Light of God
* Jesus Christ, our Savior
* The Responsibility to Help Others
* Living as Bearers of God’s Image

Next, I can’t forget to share my favorite illustration, which emotionally conveys a little girl’s feeling of being unwanted. Still, the narrator gently and poetically reminds her that she is a child of God. It then leads into a scene of her with three girls, illustrating that she always belongs.

I highly recommend this book to families, schools, libraries, and churches, as it is truly a literary gem for preschool and early elementary littles.

In a world where children are constantly searching for a sense of belonging, books like this truly matter.

Dive Deeper & Grab your copy

Let’s go deeper!

I’d love to hear from you! If you’re curious about anything I mentioned in this review or want to know more before picking up a copy, drop your questions below, and I’ll gladly share. If this book feels like something you could benefit from in this season, you can purchase your copy using the link here. May it bring peace, encouragement, and freedom in your walk with God.