Meryl Doney's Books

Offers the history of puppets as a form of entertainment from around the world, providing instructions for making puppets from Japan, India, and Burma.

Information about the history of paper and its uses accompanies instructions for making different types of papers and objects such as flowers, trays, lanterns, and more from paper.

Throughout history, people in every part of the world have been making and playing musical instruments. Some instruments are objects found in nature, and some involve complex technology, but every instrument has its own special sound and use. Travel the world from Australia to Zimbabwe and beyond, then try making and playing a Bolivian panpipe, a Kenyan thumb piano, an Indonesian xylophone, or any of nine other fascinating instruments from many cultures. Book jacket.

Introduces a variety of masks people have worn throughout history and provides instructions for related crafts, including a Mexican Day of the Dead skull, Pacific Islander bird mask, and Chinese paper dragon.

Introduces a variety of festivals and holidays from around the world and provides instructions for related crafts, including a dragon toy for the Chinese New Year, dancing wings for Mardi Gras, and a sugar skull for Halloween.

Discusses how the Bible came into being, who wrote it, early and modern translations, monks and manuscripts, and the importance of the Bible.

Explains how to make toys from many different countries such as bottletop snakes, apple dolls, and minikites.

A retelling of stories from the Old and New Testament including those about Adam and Eve, David and Solomon, the birth of Jesus, and others.

This story about a lost sheep combines two of Jesus' parables which tell how much God loves each one of us.

A lovely album for honoring the many memories of a wedding day. The thoughtful text in this celebration book will bring to mind the many details of the day and help the newly married couple recall the events they want never to forget. Tender artwork frames the pages where the bride and groom can record their preparation, their reflections, and surprising moments, the menus and speeches, the informal photos, invitations, and cards. A joyous keepsake for years--and for future generations to come!

A retelling of the parable about one man who built his house on the sand and a second man who built his house of the rock.

Prayer is a universal activity, and it is probably true to say that nearly everyone has prayed as some time in his or her life-even if it's just to say, "Oh, God, help!" The need to reach out to someone or something beyond ourselves is as old as humanity itself and is shared by people of all nations. In an increasingly busy world the ancient art of prayer can help to center your life and provide space for spiritual growth. The simple, step-by-step approach in this book will help you unlock the secrets of prayer. It explores what prayer really means, why and how people pray and what difference prayer can make in your life--here, today. It encourages you to begin where you are and to progress toward a deeper understanding both of yourself and of God. The Art of Prayer draws upon 2,000 years of Christian experience and devotion through words used by all kinds of people in many different circumstances.

This is the story of a sparrow who worries about everything - whether there will be enough to eat, where he will build his new nest, how he will find a mate, whether his family will be eaten by a bird of prey. Then he hears about the Great Father who made and cares for all his creation - even the tiniest sparrow. This delightful story has helped, reassured and entertained many thousands of children since it was first published in 1978.

This illustrated book of songs and nursery rhymes opens up to form a wall frieze.

Introduces different objects in the baby's world. Cover has cut-out mobile.

Explains how to make toys from many different countries such as bottletop snakes, apple dolls, and minikites.

Here is everything children need to perform a nativity play! This amazing book features a pop-up nativity scene, punch-out paper characters, scenery, and a script--perfect for church or family performances. Children will love singing the included carols, performing the story of Jesus' birth, and completing their own pop-up nativity scene.

A shaped board book introducing the characteristics of an egg.

A retelling of the Good Samaritan parable a cartoon-like format.

A shaped board book explaining the characteristics of an acorn.

Presents facts about current environmental problems and includes relevant activities and projects.

A shaped board book explaining the characteristics of a cocoon and its purpose.

Introduces different objects in the baby's world. Cover has cut-out mobile.

This work looks at the insights of the many Christian mystics who have been revered throughout the centuries for their dedication and spiritual wisdom, and presents them in a fun and lively style. Topics include: what is prayer?; different types of prayer; prayer in history; and the Lord's prayer.

Book's by Meryl Doney

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