Crystal Bowman

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  • Bibliography:
    51 Books (3 Series)
  • First Book:
    December 1990
  • Latest Book:
    September 2023
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Full Series List in Order

Jake

Jake Learns to Share (Dec-1990)
Jake Goes Fishing (Jun-2007)
Jake's Brave Night (Jun-2007)
Jake's New Friend (Jan-2009)

Little David

Little David and His Best Friend (Feb-2009)
Little David Sings for the King (May-2010)
Little David's Big Heart (May-2010)
Little David's Brave Day (May-2010)

Otter and Owl

Otter and Owl and the Big Ah-choo! (Nov-2008)
Otter and Owl Set Sail (Nov-2008)
Otter and Owl's Helpful Hike (Nov-2008)

Book List in Order: 51 titles

  • Jake Learns to Share

    Jake
    I Can Read: Level 2

    In Jake Learns to Share, its Jake’s birthday and he’s announced he’s going to eat his cake all by himself. He also intends to play with his presents all by himself. But he quickly discovers that leaving his family out of the fun makes for a ...

  • Cracks in the Sidewalk

    A child's world—full of questions and silliness, keen observations and matchless wonder—is a world unlike any other. And Crystal Bowman perfectly captures that world.Everyone, young or old, who has ever worried about the danger of stepping ...

  • Jonathan James Says, "I Can Be Brave!"

    Jonathan, a young rabbit, faces his first day at school, his first night in a new bedroom, and other new and frightening experiences, but he is comforted by the love of his family and the presence of God....

  • Jonathan James Says, "I Can Help"

  • Jonathan James Says I Can Hardly Wait!

  • Jonathan James Says, "School's Out!"

  • Jonathan James Says, "Christmas Is Coming!"

  • Jonathan James Says, "Happy Birthday to Me!"

  • Windmills and Woodenshoes

    It's Tulip Time in Holland, Michigan! And it's just the right time to find out: Where all the tulips come from Why Dutch people wear wooden shoes What happens inside a windmill How wooden shoes are made What a windmill looks like inside How to walk...



  • Room in the Stable

  • I'm Kaitlyn

    Meet the Little Blessings kids by name for the first time in these four new books (I'm Kaitlyn! I'm Jack! I'm Zoë! I'm Parker!) in the popular series. Each book, in a fun new size and format, focuses on a skill the main character is learning. Toddle...

  • J Is for Jesus: The Sweetest Story Ever Told

    I want a candy cane too! Everyone loves a candy cane-but it's easy to overlook the meaning of this familiar Christmas tradition in all the hustle and bustle of the season. This sweet story reminds little ones that the candy cane represents Jesus' ...

  • Jesus, Me, and My Christmas Tree

    Let's decorate the tree! Little ones can't wait to put up the Christmas tree-a clear sign of exciting things to come. But what's the meaning of this holiday tradition? Learn the symbolic meaning of the Christmas tree, from lights and ornaments and th...

  • A Star for Jesus

    Beautiful illustrations and playful rhyming text bring the story of Jesus birth alive for young children in A Star for Jesus. This board book, die-cut to enhance the shape of the star on the front cover, is a perfect gift to help little ones under...

  • An Easter Gift for Me

    Jesus came to Earth as a baby. When he grew up he taught people about God. "But some of the people did not understand the way Jesus fit into God's special plan." He died on a cross, and that was sad. But he came alive again and lives in heaven tod...

  • Jake Goes Fishing

    Jake
    I Can Read: Level 2

    Jake and Father plan to go fishing, but on the way to the lake Jake spills the worms. Jake is noisy in the boat and then gets a fish hook caught in his pants. When things finally settle down, they catch several fish for supper and have a great day to...

  • Jake's Brave Night

    Jake
    I Can Read: Level 2

    Jake is excited about having his own bedroom, but when it comes time to go to sleep, he is afraid of the dark and afraid of being alone. Jake tries to conquer his fears by turning on the bedroom light. When that doesn’t work, he takes his animals t...

  • Mommy, May I Hug the Fish?

    I Can Read: Level 1

    Mommy May I Hug the Fish helps children learn respect for their surroundings in a simple and straightforward way.

    Mommy May I Hug the Fish, a Level One I Can Read book is perfect for preschoolers exploring their world but not yet fully aware...

  • My Happy Pumpkin

    Small children will eagerly open this pumpkin-shaped board book to discover the delightful story and colorful illustrations, by artist Claudine Gévry. Using sing-song rhyme, author Crystal Bowman describes a fun fall tradition -- carving a pumpkin f...



  • My Thanksgiving Prayer

    Oversized die-cut format with a great value price. My Thanksgiving Prayer---This book features a child thanking and praising God for the big and small joys of life. Children will delight in the colorful pictures and catchy rhyme. And they'll love the...

  • Christmas Angels

    Oversized die-cut format with a great value price. My Thanksgiving Prayer -- This book features a child thanking and praising God for the big and small joys of life. Children will delight in the colorful pictures and catchy rhyme. And they’ll love ...

  • What Do I See?

    I Can Read: Level 1

    This book introduces level-one readers to the sights and sounds of both country and city. The vivid and clever illustrations, along with the toe-tapping rhyme, help children experience God's world in a fun way. From mooing cows to beeping cars, What ...

  • My Christmas Gift

    Why do we celebrate Christmas each year? The Bible explains it--the answer is clear. Young children will discover the most important gift of all through charming rhyme and meaningful pictures....

  • Otter and Owl and the Big Ah-choo!

    Otter and Owl
    I Can Read: Level 1

    Kids learn about the importance of friendship in this level two book. In Otter and Owl and the Big Ah-choo! it appears that Otter is allergic―to Owl! Owl believes that they can no longer be friends, but Otter discovers the real cause of his sneezin...

  • Otter and Owl Set Sail

    Otter and Owl

    The friends make a sailboat in Otter and Owl Set Sail, but there’s one problem―it doesn’t sail, even when they blow into the sail and sing sailing songs. Level two readers will learn that they themselves don’t have the power to do all things,...

  • Otter and Owl's Helpful Hike

    Otter and Owl
    I Can Read: Level 1

    There’s a gentle lesson about kindness in Otter and Owl’s Helpful Hike, when Otter ends up with a lot of bumps and bruises when he tries to help others. Level-two readers will enjoy this story on friendship and caring for God’s creatures....

  • Jake's New Friend

    Jake
    I Can Read: Level 2

    When his family goes to the park, in Jake’s New Friend, they meet a family whose son is in a wheelchair. Jake wants to play by himself, but he’s encouraged to play with the other boy, and to his surprise, he learns they have a lot in common!

  • Little David and His Best Friend

    Little David

    A Lesson in God’s ConstancyLittle David’s best friend Jon is the king’s son. Together they have lots of adventures, like best friends do. But the king gets mad at David. What should Jon and David do?...

  • Jake Helps Out

    Jake is excited about going to the beach with Mother, Father, and his little sister, Kelly. He wants to help out so they can be on their way. After spilling the milk, breaking a plate, and sloshing pickle juice in the picnic basket, he finally goes t...



  • Jake Plays Ball

    Jake’s friend Jason comes over to play with Jake and wants to play baseball. After Jason hits the ball several times, Jake wants a turn to bat. Jake keeps striking out, so Jason gets frustrated and goes home. Jake is discouraged at his inability to...

  • Otter and Owl Say I'm Sorry

    Owl has a big idea that ends in disaster, and he’s worried that his friendship with Otter is ruined -- just like he ruined Otter’s scooter. But the friends learn about friendship and forgiveness in this level two story....

  • Little David Sings for the King

    Little David

    A Lesson in Trusting God for the Big Things David is the smallest mouse in his family. He can't keep up with his big brothers. But when the king is sad, God helps David do something special to cheer him up. ...

  • Little David's Big Heart

    Little David

    A Lesson in Goodness Little Davis is kind and helpful. Everyone likes him---especially God. Then David hears that one day he will become a king! What does the mouse king think of that? ...

  • Little David's Brave Day

    Little David

    A Lesson in Trusting God Goliath the giant cat is scaring Little David's brothers. But not Little David! He knows that God will always help him, no matter what. What will make Goliath go away? ...

  • My Cowboy Boots

    Celebrate your child’s God-given gifts and talents with My Cowboy Boots, a fun, rhyming story about a little girl and her favorite red cowboy boots. Although she wears them every day, she never forgets to ask her “mama” if it’s okay. Filled w...

  • BOZ and Friends

    'God Makes Everyone Special' BOZ's friends like to do different things. But they don't mind. They love to laugh and play together. ...

  • Zacchaeus Meets Jesus

    I Can Read: Level 1

    Not many people like Zacchaeus the tax collector. But when Zacchaeus climbs a tree to see Jesus, Jesus calls him down to talk. How will the people react to Jesus meeting Zacchaeus? ...

  • Princess Joy's Party

    I Can Read: Level 1

    In this level one I Can Read, Princess Joy’s Birthday Blessing, Jesus’ lesson about who is best to invite to your home comes alive for little princesses just learning to read! When no one accepts the invitation to Princess Joy’s birthday party,...

  • My Valentine Story

    Valentines are fun to make and give. They tell people we love them. Who loves all of us? God, of course. 'How can I give God my heart? Loving him is where I'll start.' ...



  • Lily's Easter Party

    This Easter, Lily's mom and dad plan an egg hunt that goes beyond chocolate bunnies, and you can, too! Based on the bestselling teaching tool from FamilyLife, this special neighborhood egg hunt leads Lily, her friends, and young readers on a search f...

  • The Best Thing about My Birthday

  • J Is for Jesus

    I want a candy cane too! Everyone loves a candy cane?but it's easy to overlook the meaning of this familiar Christmas tradition in all the hustle and bustle of the season. This sweet story reminds little ones that the candy cane represents Jesus'...

  • Thank You, God, for This Day

    Discover along with Kitty all of the wonderful things to be thankful to God for---all throughout the day! This beginning reader is perfect for pre-readers with familiar words, simple sentences, a large type, and repetition....

  • My Christmas Stocking

    What happens on Christmas Eve while children sleep? "Their stockings are filled up with candy and toys, and happy surprises for good girls and boys." A kindhearted man hid a gift in a stocking, long ago. He did it to "remind everyone of the Gift that...

  • This Is Christmas

    This is the town of Bethlehem, with no place left to stay.
    Joseph and Mary find a place to rest upon the hay.

    Christmas is an exciting time, especially for little ones! Our Daily Bread for Little Hearts: This is Christmas hel...

  • This is Easter

    Introduce your little one to Jesus and the true meaning of Easter through vibrant, colorful images and creative, rhyming verse. This captivating book draws you into the story of Jesus -- from telling fishermen to “come and follow me!” to giving H...

  • I Love You to the Stars

    Helping children find their way through the confusing world of a loved one developing dementiaGrandma has come to live with her grandson’s family, and he couldn’t be happier. They put together puzzles, read books, and play with Sunny, Gra...

  • My Arms Will Hold You Tight

    Each 4-color spread in this whimsical board book features illustrations of beloved animals—including llamas, elephants, and sloths—along with fun surprises like bats and flamingos. Authors Crystal Bowman and Teri McKinley are masterful wi...

  • Who God Wants Me to Be

    This empowering picture book features a diverse cast of little girls dreaming of all the things they can be when they grow up and exploring how they can serve God in all kinds of careers.I’ll keep trusting God, and then I will seeexactly who He wan...



  • Good Morning, God Loves You

    Award-winning, bestselling authors Crystal Bowman and Teri McKinley bring your family what is sure to become a beloved and treasured classic.Good Morning, God Loves You is a charming, colorful, rhyming board book for families of young children. The b...

  • Tell Me Whoo Whoo Are You?

    “Tell me whoo, whoo you are?” It’s a simple question, posed by a sweet owl. But it’s actually a very, very important one.Tell Me Whoo, Whoo You Are is a board book specifically created for toddlers, preschoolers, and their par...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Crystal Bowman has published 51 books.

Crystal Bowman does not have a new book coming out soon. The latest book, Tell Me Whoo Whoo Are You?, was published in September 2023.

The first book by Crystal Bowman, Jake Learns to Share, was published in December 1990.

Yes. Crystal Bowman has 3 series.
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