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The story of creation, as told in the
biblical book of Genesis, remains a favorite topic for children young and
old. A new book,
The Wonderful World God Made,
gives this age-old tale new life in an exciting fashion. This beautiful, 32
page hardcover edition was released in February 2004 by Kregel Publications.
Author P.J. Lyons sets the account to
rhyming verse, while the gorgeous illustrations of Lori Esposito bring the
story to life. Lyons’ verse offers a building repetition that will draw in
younger readers. The edition’s intended audience is stated as children over
five years of age, but will I believe the book’s artwork will captivate
older readers and adults, who will notice new detail on each page as the
story unfolds.
The Wonderful World God Made
would make an excellent gift for religious celebrations, and will round out
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Today's kids are bombarded on a daily basis
with "entertainment" options, most of which involve some type of screen.
In the new book Matt's Fantastic Electronic Compusonic,
the main character Matt faces a big decision about how he wants to spend his
time. This 32 page hardcover book, released in April 2004 by Kregel
publications, features eye catching illustrations by Jeannie St. John Taylor
which really help convey the pace of the story.
Matt
receives his awesome new "Compusonic" hand held game as a birthday gift, and
it swiftly takes over his life. As Matt struggles with the choice of
game vs. friends, he comes to the conclusion that nothing should come before
God. The action that leads up to this ultimate choice leaves young
readers caught up in the story line and concurring with the end result.
Matt's Fantastic Electronic Compusonic
is aimed at readers ages four through eight years of age, but my twelve year old son read
the book to his nine year old brother and both were thoroughly engaged in
the story. If you have a house filled with screens and monitors, this
book is a must read for your family!
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Pudge Ate a Prophet: A Big Fish Tale
is a fun retelling of the biblical story of Jonah. "Pudge" the whale,
whose real name is Otis, grew up bring big (thus his nickname) and teased by
the other kids at Flipper Elementary. Pudge never understood the
reason God had made him so large, until the day God introduced him to a
prophet named Jonah and sent him on a special mission.
This 32 page hardcover book, released in February 2004 by Kregel
publications, features delightful illustrations by Damon J. Taylor.
Pudge
Ate a Prophet is a book that will help young readers and their parents
appreciate what makes them special and unique. The book comes with
helpful discussion questions and a guide for parents which will help
families to "celebrate differences" and know that each of us has a unique
purpose in life.
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Peekaboo Pearly Moon by author Karen DeVries and illustrator
Stan Myers is a special story about a child experiences the loss of
a beloved grandmother. This high quality hardcover book is 32 pages
long and was published in November 2003.
In touching fashion,
Peekaboo Pearly Moon tells the story of a young girl and her
grandmother. Grandma shares a special song, teaching her
grandaughter to play "Peekaboo" with the moon. The book focuses on
the message that God's love is always present for each of us, even
when we face pain or difficulties.
One of the highlights of this book is the
beautiful artwork by watercolorist Stan Myers. In addition,
Peekaboo Pearly Moon features a guide for parents and
families who may be dealing with the loss of a loved one.
Appropriate Bible verse references are provided for additional
reading and support.
Families will enjoy this book and the tender
message it reinforces..."God's love is always peeking at me. It's so
big I can't see it all." |
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Bedtime Book of Bible Stories by author Tim Dowley and illustrator
Stephanie McFetridge Britt is a collection of favorite Bible stories, with a
simple question for reflection and a short prayer for each. The book is
intended for children ages 4-7.
Bedtime Book of Bible Stories is designed for toddlers and young
children, but will still appeal to early elementary age children. My
youngest son and I enjoyed the book before bedtime, sharing the stories and
prompted to conversation by the questions at the end of each of the stories.
He is a third grader and is familiar with many of the old and new testament
stories in the book, but still enjoyed the book greatly.
The ten classic Bible stories in the book are written in
perfect length for "bedtime", with a reflection question at the end of each
leaving time for a few minutes of prayer and reflection before you tuck in
your little one. Early readers will enjoy this one, as each page contains
approximately five to ten simple lines of text. Stephanie McFetridge Britt's
wonderful illustrations help the stories to come alive. This one will give
you and your children sweet dreams and happy bedtime memories.
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How Tall Is God?, by author and
illustrator Phillip W. Rodgers, is a 36 page, high quality hardcover
book intended for children ages four to eight years of age.
Written in fun, rhyming fashion, the books opening
pages find young Bailey the bear cub shaking with fright. After his
father tucks him in, Bailey begins to question his father "How tall
is God?" Father bear lovingly reassures his son that God is big
enough to keep Bailey safe no matter what may happen, but also a
caring and loving God. With these reassuring images of God's
strength and compassion, Bailey is able to confront his fears and
rest easy.
Your child will enjoy the fun metaphors and
illustrations that fill the pages of this book, while receiving a
message to help them confront and deal with their own fears and
anxieties. Young readers will enjoy the easy, rhyming method used
and this will also become a "read aloud" favorite for your family.
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