A sensitive portrayal of an 11-year-old girl who desperately loves her family yet wants to fit into the predominant American culture

Japanese director Hirokazu Kore-eda invites viewers into the lives of this “family” of shoplifters.

Banner reader George Kroeze submitted his review of this book about the science of determining the age of the Earth.

Dave Pittman offers a soulful, upbeat sound on his sophomore release, Different Kind of Love.

Roma is an intimate look at daily life and the often unnoticed people who make it happen.

This month PBS stations will be airing the documentary Backs against the Wall: The Howard Thurman Story, which tells the story of Thurman, the American theologian who deeply influenced the black church and Civil Rights Movement in the U.S.

Great picture books will help acquaint the children you love with heroes of black history.

In this thought-provoking novel, juvenile readers witness the trials and triumphs of a girl who chooses to do what is right, no matter the cost.

Are some people predisposed to kindness? Is kindness learned?

In sparse, rhyming verse, author Carole Boston Weatherford relates for children the story of John Newton’s life and why he wrote the renowned hymn “Amazing Grace.”

Dumplin’ endears while it explores body image, loyalty, grief, and tricky mother-daughter relationships.

This picture book highlights the glory and goodness of God’s creation and the love Saint Francis poured out on all creatures.

The burden of guilt and shame caused Sokolov to carry his story of being the “tattooist of Auschwitz” in secrecy for 50 years.

In this accessible, inspiring book, author John Ortberg contrasts two ways of thinking about Jesus’ gospel.

Monsters and Men is a small indie film that tries to dig deep into big topics.

Millennials may find this album resonates with the common challenges of their generation, particularly around authenticity and love.

Khang boldly unfolds how having no space to speak is not only a justice issue but a limitation on what it is to experience the fullness of imago Dei—being an image-bearer of God.

This captivating juvenile novel shows that ordinary people who aren’t making the headlines, many young girls among them, are nevertheless changing the world for the better.

An interview with VeggieTales co-creator Phil Vischer.

We asked our reviewers to offer their five favorite titles of 2018 in a number of categories.

In this fast-paced, adventurous, and thought-provoking juvenile novel, author Lauren Wolk has created memorable, complex characters.