Since Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, this seemed like a fitting choice for a Way Back Wednesday post.
Love Monster is such a cute character. I was excited to see that he is now featured in a number of books. Love Monster and the Last Chocolate is a very sweet story that focuses on the importance of being a good friend and the rewards of showing kindness to others. We loved this one!
If you have Star Wars fans at your home (big or small), they will love this book. It provides all sorts of interesting details in a highly engaging format. Our daughter has delighted in reading this one again and again!
Cornelia’s life changing friendship with her elderly neighbor Virginia Somerset makes for a terrific tale that features rich vocabulary and wonderful adventures that span the globe. The story within a story format and great descriptive details makes this book a most enjoyable read. This one is a winner!
This post was originally published on July 16, 2016. Our daughter received the boxed set of this edition of The Chronicles of Narnia for Christmas, and she has been delighting in re-reading the series on her own.
The Chronicles of Narnia is an amazing fantasy series with strong Biblical themes. It can be enjoyed by children as well as adults. Our daughter has been reading thru the series with Dad at bedtime and loves it. I highly recommend partner reading these book aloud with your child and discussing them. There is a lot to take in for the reader on every page. This particular edition of the series includes beautiful illustrations and would make a terrific gift.
Faithgirlz materials are very popular with our daughter. This devotional is no exception. It is written for tween girls and uses Philippians 4:8 as a foundation for discussion of a wide range of topics important to tween young ladies. Each devotional begins with a scripture passage and a brief reading that relates to the scripture and then includes a “food for thought” tidbit as well as “second thoughts” suggestions for applying the ideas covered in the passage. Also included is a “divine thoughts” section which provides a prayer and finally, a “your thoughts” section where one can share her own insights. This one is a winner!
While this complimentary book was provided for review by Thomas Nelson Publishing, no other compensation was given. All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.
A Magical Christmas is a lovely story written in rhyme. Little Mouse wants to know what exactly is the magic of Christmas. In order to find the answer he goes and asks each member of his family, but each family member has a different answer. Finally on Christmas Day Mommy Mouse shares with Little Mouse that all the answers were correct because…”The magic is love, Little Mouse.”
The illustrations in this book are particularly noteworthy. They are simply beautiful. Each page includes sections that are gently enhanced with glitter which truly bring the illustrations to life.
God Gave Us Christmas begins with Little Cub asking his Mama about who “invented” Christmas. The Little Cub wonders if it might be Santa. Mama Bear explains that God invented Christmas and ultimately takes a journey with Little Cub in order to let him see that God is everywhere and how He gave us Christmas.
I really appreciate how this book directly addresses why we celebrate Christmas but also includes an explanation about Santa:
“Did God give us Santa?”
“Santa Claus reminds us about many good things like generosity and care. But it is God and Jesus that we celebrate most come Christmas.”
God Gave Us Christmas is a sweet and wonderful Christmas book which includes beautiful illustrations.
Finding Winnie is a gem for young and old alike. True Blue Winnie the Pooh fans will delight in this beautifully illustrated book that shares the story of the bear that inspired the original children’s book. This book would definitely make a lovely surprise under the Christmas tree this year.
Prayers and Answered Prayers is really two small journal books in one. One of the books features prompts for the reader to use for prayers while the other focuses on answered prayers. Each page is produced with an eye catching fun format and there are lots of spaces provided to color, add your own thoughts and ideas as well as draw. Both volumes are housed in a super sparkly floral cover that would certainly appeal to tween and teen girls. This would make a terrific Christmas gift!
While this complimentary book was provided for review by Thomas Nelson Publishing, no other compensation was given. All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.
The Radical Book for Kids is an amazing resource. It explores the Bible, faith, church history, and life in a thoughtful and engaging way that is perfect for tweens and teens. Illustrations throughout the book truly enhance the text. This gem would make a great gift.
While this complimentary book was provided for review by LitFuse Publicity Group, no other compensation was given. All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.