The Albion & Bixby Together Time series is a warm, Christian read‑aloud collection created for parents and children to enjoy side by side. Each story presents a simple but meaningful dilemma—something a young child might realistically face—and follows Albion and Bixby as they work through the problem together. Their adventures highlight cooperation, honesty, kindness, forgiveness, and other core values, showing how two brothers can lean on each other and on their faith to make good choices.

Designed with families in mind, every book ends with guided discussion questions that help Mom or Dad talk through the situation presented in the story. These conversations turn reading time into teaching time, giving parents an easy way to reinforce biblical principles and help their child understand how Christian values apply to everyday life. The result is a series that strengthens character, deepens family connection, and makes faith a natural part of growing up.

Albion and Bixby Together Time Series

Book 1: "Albion and Bixby and the Lost Calf" is a faith-based children’s story about two brothers on a Nebraska farm who must find a newborn calf named Daisy after a big storm. With help from their dad, uncle, and prayer, they work together, follow Daisy’s tracks, and rescue her when she gets stuck behind a windmill. The story shows that cooperation, perseverance, and God’s care for each person are like the Bible’s story of the lost sheep; God lovingly seeks and celebrates each one of us.

Book 2: “Albion and Bixby and the Big Truth” is a faith-based children’s story about two brothers on a Nebraska farm who face a big mistake when Albion secretly breaks Mom’s favorite Mason jar. Afraid of her reaction, he hides the pieces and tells Bixby nothing happened, but the lie leaves his heart feeling heavy. With Bixby’s gentle reminders of God’s Word and Mom and Dad’s calm, loving response, Albion finds the courage to tell the truth, ask forgiveness, and help repair the broken jar. The story shows children that honesty can feel scary but brings freedom, peace, restored relationships, and joy in God’s delight over those who tell the truth.

Book 3: "Albion and Bixby and the Big Surprise" is a faith-based children’s story about two brothers on a Nebraska farm who discover that Ms. Maple’s beloved garden has been badly damaged. Without being asked and without hoping for a reward, they decide to quietly help restore it. Working together with willing hearts, they weed, plant, and care for the garden, turning a sad situation into a joyful surprise for Ms. Maple. Through their actions, the boys learn that serving others—at home, in the neighborhood, at church, or at school—is a simple, powerful way to show God’s love and to experience the joy that comes from kindness

Book 4: "Albion and Bixby and the Stormy Night" is a faith-based children’s story about two brothers whose quiet evening at home is interrupted by a powerful storm. As thunder booms, lightning flashes, and the lights go out, Albion and Bixby feel afraid in the dark. With their parents close by, the soft glow of candles, and a simple family prayer, they begin to experience God’s peace in the middle of the storm. Rooted in Psalm 56:3—“When I am afraid, I put my trust in You”—the story gently teaches children that when life feels scary, they can turn to God and trust Him to keep them safe.

Book 5: "Albion and Bixby and the Runaway Goat" follows two brothers on their family farm as they try to catch Clover, a lively young goat who keeps running away. Through frustration, failed chases, and finally a gentle, patient approach, the boys learn that true patience means slowing down, choosing calm over anger, and trusting God’s timing. The book weaves in Scripture, discussion questions, a family challenge, and a prayer to help parents and children talk together about patience, faith, and everyday choices.

Book 6: "Albion and Bixby and the Garden of Gratitude" is a faith-based children’s story about two brothers on a Nebraska farm who learn to notice God’s good gifts and say “thank You” in everyday life. When they help plant and care for a family garden, the boys first focus on what feels hard—muddy work, waiting, and things that don’t go their way. But through gentle guidance from Mom and Dad, time in the garden, and simple prayers, Albion and Bixby begin to see how God’s blessings are all around them: in food, family, friends, and creation. Rooted in Scripture, the story shows children that gratitude is a choice that turns complaints into joy and helps their hearts grow closer to God.

Book7: "Albion and Bixby: The Importance of Service" follows two brothers growing up in Callaway, Nebraska, as they learn what it means to serve God, their community, and their country with thankful hearts. Inspired by cousins in Texas, they help their school choir raise money by placing American flags around town on patriotic holidays and by singing in choir at school and church. Through their experiences with flags, music, farm life, and family conversations, they discover that service can be hard work but is joyful when done with love, gratitude, and faith. The book includes discussion questions, a family challenge, a prayer, and Bible verses to help families talk about service, patriotism, and worship together.

Book 8: "Albion and Bixby and the Neighbor’s Lost Dog" is a faith-based children’s story about two brothers on a Nebraska farm who choose kindness when a neighbor’s dog goes missing. Instead of ignoring the problem or thinking it’s not their responsibility, Albion and Bixby give up their own plans to search, hang signs, and gently care for the frightened dog when they finally find him. With the help of prayer, their parents’ guidance, and a thankful neighbor, they discover that kindness means noticing someone’s need, acting with a tender heart, and showing God’s love through small, everyday choices.

Book 9: "Albion and Bixby and the Big Snowy Day" on a snowy Nebraska farm day, brothers Albion and Bixby wake to find their family snowed in, the power out, and normal plans canceled. As they help Dad care for the animals, play games by lantern light, build puzzles and snowmen, and end the week worshiping at church, they discover that family time, love, and faith in God can turn an unexpected storm into one of their best memories.

Book 10: "Albion and Bixby and the Church Picnic" is a Christian children’s story about two brothers who help at their town’s annual church picnic. When the dessert boxes mysteriously go missing, Albion and Bixby work together to solve the mystery, treating their mischievous cousins kindly when they discover they hid the desserts. Through setting up, serving, playing games, and worshiping with their church family, the boys learn that God designed people to work together, that serving others with kindness brings joy, and that unity in Christ matters more than church labels.