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    • Redeeming Rhubarb
      • Discover Why ‘Redeeming Rhubarb’ Is a Must-Read (Awards)
      • Free Teacher & Homeschool Resources
        • Redeeming Rhubarb Discussion Questions
        • Redeeming Rhubarb Unit Study Guide
        • Redeeming Rhubarb Copywork & Grammar Supplement
        • Exploring Themes in Redeeming Rhubarb: A Teaching Companion
        • How to Use Poetry in Home Education: A Complete Guide
        • Behind Redeeming Rhubarb: Prejudice, Empathy, and the Story Behind the Story
      • Behind Redeeming Rhubarb: Prejudice, Empathy, and the Story Behind the Story
    • The Oregon Kids: The Big Catch
      • Coloring Book Images
    • The Oregon Kids: Runaway Whisker
    • Book Previews
    • Reviews of my Books
      • Award-Winning Story That Teaches Kindness & Courage
        • Conflict Resolution: Be Quick to Listen
  • Books, Reading & Homeschooling
    • Choosing Books That Teach Life Lessons
    • 5 Children’s Books That Teach Important Life Values
    • The Importance of Reading Aloud: Benefits for Children
    • How to Use Poetry in Home Education: A Complete Guide
    • It Doesn’t End When You Close the Book on the Final Chapter
    • Transformative Books That Shaped My Life
    • Why Stories Teach What Lectures Can’t
  • Family Values
    • Marriage & Parenting
      • Marriage
        • A Marriage Made In Heaven
        • What is a Covenant Marriage?
        • Disagreements, Differences, and Discussions: Navigating Conflict in a Cross-Cultural Marriage
      • Parenting
        • Engaging in Difficult Countercultural Topics with Tweens
        • From Squishies to Savings: Parenting Lessons on Wanting
        • Intentional Family Choices: A Guide to Improving Family Life
        • Fun Family Games for Quality Time
        • Unique Family Traditions to Celebrate Each Season
        • Engaging with Children: Building Trust and Communication
        • Outdoor Play & Development
          • The Benefits of Outdoor Play for Child Development
        • Ways to Pray for Your Children
        • How Parenting Habits Shape Children’s Views on Race and Others
        • What Are You Handing Your Kids Without Knowing It?
      • Men
        • Husbands
          • Love Your Wife Like Jesus: A Husband’s Guide to Ephesians 5
          • Practical, Biblical Ways to Love Your Wife Every Day
          • When My Wife Hurts: Faith, Identity, and Letting Go of Control
          • Conflict, Ownership, and Repair
          • What I Learned About Anger When God Exposed My Heart
          • Evangelical Complementarianism and Misogyny
        • Fathers
          • Fatherhood: Six Things That Will Shape Your Children
          • Ways to Pray for Your Children
          • What Are You Handing Your Kids Without Knowing It?
          • Cherishing Memories: A Tribute to Dad
        • From Shame to Sonship: Alcoholism and Identity in Christian Faith
        • How Love Broke What Willpower Couldn’t
        • When Your Past Doesn’t Define You: Living as God’s Beloved
    • Movies, TV & Culture
      • Active Viewing: How to Discuss TV Shows with Kids
      • Classic Movies with Classic Moral Lessons
      • Christian Movies Worth Watching (And Talking About)
      • Discussing Love and Enmity Through Heartland and Rhubarb
    • Faith, Grief & Current Events
      • Facing Cancer With Faith
      • Cherishing Memories: A Tribute to Dad
      • Lessons from Kirk, Spock Friendship
      • What Mr. Rogers Taught Us About Raising Good Neighbors
      • Dolly Parton’s Legacy: Inspiring Childhood Literacy
      • The Anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s Death:The Aftermath Was Amazing
      • Church Scandals and Sexual Sin: Understanding Before We Judge
      • Beyond the Trial and Tragedy: Grieving Three Children, A Father and A Mother in an Angry America
    • Faith & Character
      • OVERCOMING ANGER
      • Understanding Ourselves: A Journey Through Story
      • The Lies We Want to Believe: Are We Willing to Be Wrong?
      • Extracting Biblical Truths from Children’s Literature
      • From Shame to Sonship: Alcoholism and Identity in Christian Faith
      • How Love Broke What Willpower Couldn’t
      • When Your Past Doesn’t Define You: Living as God’s Beloved
  • Poems and Book Reviews
    • The Power of Poetry Over Prose
    • Reviews
      • What Does it Take to be a Man
      • Tips from the Tooth Fairy
      • A lesson in prejudice: A review of The Muffintops Of Muffinville – The Great Cupcake Battle by Eve Newton
      • A Lesson in Talents and Friendship: A Review of A Friend for Patty by Sherry L. Riffle
      • A review of The Underground Toy Society Helps Beary Bear: A Lesson in Cleaning Your Room.
      • Bus Safety: A Review of Giggly’s Bear’s Fun Trip in the Yellow Bus by Kelly Santana-Banks
      • Encourage Outdoor play, a review of “When a Squirrel Sings” by Shana Hollowell
      • Fulfill the Dream and teach kids to look inside not outside (A review of I Am Tan by Michele Rose
      • Lessons for Siblings: A review of Not Again! The Adventures of Breanna and Allyson by Sarah Hays
      • Lessons from The Ninth Birthday Wish by Bruce E. Arrington
      • Let a caterpillar teach values (Review of the Very Loving Caterpillar by by Sean Browne)
      • Love your Enemies: A review of book Diesel the Body Guard: No Bullies Allowed! by Cindy L. Shirley
      • Nothing to Fear by Laurie Salisbury
      • Picture Book Review: Elijah and the Key of Knowledge & Elijah and the City in Danger
      • Review of “I Can’t Do that Yet”
      • Review of “My Very Punny Dad”
      • Review of Elijah and The City in Danger by Zachariah Rippee
      • Review of Elijah and the Key of Knowledge by Zachariah Rippee
      • Review of Lilly’s Big Day by Cathy Stewart
      • Review of Nicki Nice’s Bully by Dr. Fran White
      • Review of Nicki Nice’s Tricky Letters by Dr. Fran White
      • Review of Pixie And The Green Book Mystery by Caroline Grace illustrated by Encarna Dorado
      • Review of Reins of Love by Laurie Salisbury
      • Review of The Adventures of Karlie and Kyle: An Adventure at Old Man Joe’s
      • Review of The Countries of Whine and Roses by Joyce Wheeler
      • Review of The Germ: How to Talk to Children about Racism and Diversity by Deidra A. Sorrell
      • Review of The Green Ladybug by Zachariah Rippee
      • Teach care of the Environment (Review of Alex and Anna’s Acorn Helps the World )
      • Teach Humility and Respect: A Review of A Tea Party in Muffinville by Eve Newton
      • Teach Kids Responsibility! The Fabulous Life of Minnie the Sassy Chick: The Egg-Staordinary Egg by Cindy L. Shirley illustrated by Cleoward Sy
      • Teach kids to handle change (A review of Who’s That in the Cat Pajamas?  by Sojourner McConnell illustrated by Ellie Barrett)
      • Teach kids to think and learn (A review of book My Buddy Knows… Letters by Keith Wheeler)
      • Teach math skills early (A review of Where are the Numbers? The Adventures of Numbers by Ronit Tal Shaltiel)
      • Teach Patience: a Review of There’s Something Pokey in My Shoe by Kelly Jean Lietaeret
      • Teach persistence and problem solving: A review of The Beetle and the Berry by Eve Heidie Bine-Stock
      • Teach Sharing: A review of Little Mouse’s Sweet Treat by Shana Hollowell and illustrated by Jennifer Finch
      • Teach Young Artist Wannabes How to Draw: A Review of the Caveman Project: teach me father how to draw by Max Shumsky
      • Teaching Kids About Anger
      • Romantic End Times: A Review of ‘Till the Rapture Do Us Part’
    • Poems
      • The Past
      • Bigotry
      • A Tale of Two Buildings
      • The Other Side
      • Lies I Believe
      • Facing Cancer
      • CANCER
      • The Power of Perspective in Conflict
      • Savoring Moments: The Importance of Slowing Down
      • The Power of Love in a Broken World
      • Fantasy
        • The Great War: Men vs. Elves in Elfin Lore ~ Poem
        • Discovering Pixies and Dreams in ‘The Gift of the Emerald Ring’
        • The Fall of Restiny: A Fantasy Ballad of Love and Vengeance
        • An Epic Fantasy Poem of Elves, War, and Destiny
        • The Settling of the Northern Shore: An Elfin Fantasy Poem
        • Epic Fantasy Poem: The Battle for the Emerald Ring and Elves
        • The Gift of Lenore: An Epic Fantasy Poem of Love and Destiny
        • Lenore Captured: A Dark Fantasy Poem from a Narrative Series
        • The Rescue of Lenore: Dark Fantasy Poem in a Narrative Series
        • Altiny and Lenore: Dark Fantasy Poem in a Narrative Series
        • The Return of Valor: An Epic Fantasy Poem
        • The End of the Dark Lord: An Epic Fantasy Poem
        • The Healing of the Pools: An Epic Fantasy Poem
        • The Emerald Ring and the Age of Valor: Epic Poetry Retold in Prose
      • Navigating Darkness: The Power of Hope and Love
      • Neglected Faith in a Forgotten Church: Heart of Redemptive Love in Poetry
      • Jesus Crucifixion Poem: Knowing the Price Love Had to Pay
      • Who Am I? Discovering Identity as a Child of God
      • What Is a Covenant Marriage? Trusting God With Your Union
      • A Love Poem on Giving in Love and Building Lasting Love
      • A Poem on Poverty
      • My Bible Carrying Bear: A Childhood Poem of Faith and Comfort
      • Why Jesus Loves Childlike Hearts More Than Grown-Up Doubts
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    • Exploring Themes in Redeeming Rhubarb: A Teaching Companion
    • Redeeming Rhubarb Copywork & Grammar Supplement
    • Redeeming Rhubarb Unit Study Guide
    • Redeeming Rhubarb Discussion Questions

Bob Richley is a Colorado author, father of two, and longtime children’s ministry volunteer who writes faith-based, Christ-centered fiction for Christian families, homeschoolers, and educators.


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Redeeming Rhubarb (Middle Grade Novel)

“An engaging condemnation of bigotry for young Christian readers.” — Kirkus Reviews

“One of the finest young adult stories I’ve read in recent memory.” — Pages & Paws reviewer (400+ books/year)

“Based on Christian values, Redeeming Rhubarb by Bob Richley is an exciting and unforgettable adventure. Superbly written, the story addresses the social issues related to prejudices and racism. .” — Readers’ Favorite ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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🏆 Named a Reading With Your Kids Certified Great Read

Inspired by the real 2013 Boulder, Colorado floods, it’s a thrilling adventure about prejudice, forgiveness, and choosing kindness over fear — perfect for family read-alouds and homeschool curriculum.

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Picture Books

  • The Oregon Kids: The Big Catch
  • The Oregon Kids: Runaway Whiskers

Both have received the highest reader recommendations.


🎓 Free Resources for Parents, Homeschoolers & Educators

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  • KJV Scripture-Based Discussion Guide
  • Cross-Curricular Unit Study
  • Copywork & Grammar Supplement
  • Comprehensive Teaching Companion
  • All Homeschool Resources

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Bob Richley, a Colorado author and children’s ministry volunteer, writes faith-based fiction aimed at Christian families and educators. His middle-grade novel “Redeeming Rhubarb,” inspired by the Boulder floods, addresses prejudice and kindness. Additionally, he offers picture books and resources for parents, homeschoolers, and educators focused on faith and character development.

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My Bible Carrying Bear: A Childhood Poem of Faith and Comfort

My Bible Carrying Bear This heartfelt Bible carrying bear poem is a childhood poem about faith and a Christian children’s poem that explores childhood comfort, security, and finding lasting faith in Jesus Christ. I was a baby still in need of a bibwhen Daddy placed you in my crib.I was learning to sleep through the…

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  • The Oregon Kids: The Big Catch
  • Coloring Book Images
  • The Oregon Kids: Runaway Whisker
  • Book Previews
  • Redeeming Rhubarb
  • Redeeming Rhubarb Discussion Questions
  • Redeeming Rhubarb Unit Study Guide
  • Redeeming Rhubarb Copywork & Grammar Supplement
  • Free Teacher & Homeschool Resources
  • OVERCOMING ANGER
  • The Other Side
  • Discover Why ‘Redeeming Rhubarb’ Is a Must-Read (Awards)
  • Award-Winning Story That Teaches Kindness & Courage
  • The Power of Poetry Over Prose
  • Exploring Themes in Redeeming Rhubarb: A Teaching Companion
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