Little Mouse’s Big Valentine – Thacher Hurd

This is my favorite Valentine’s Day book in our collection. Little Mouse has a very big valentine that he wants to share, but none of his friends are interested because it is just too big.  As he ponders how to solve his dilemma, Little Mouse makes a new friend and together they come up with a solution that allows everyone to enjoy a Valentine’s Day treat.

Little Mouse's Big Valentine Book Cover Little Mouse's Big Valentine
Thacher Hurd
Juvenile Fiction
Harper Collins
December 20, 1991
36

A Bethlehem Christmas: Celebrating the Joyful Season – Chuck Swindoll

A Bethlehem Christmas is a wonderful reminder of the true wonder of Christmas.  The book presents the Christmas story from three separate points of view. Mary, Joseph, and the Angel Gabrielle each share their unique insights in this volume which includes beautiful artwork.  A new Christmas favorite for our family.

A Bethlehem Christmas Book Cover A Bethlehem Christmas
Charles Swindoll
August 31, 2010
100

The Light Before Christmas: A Family Advent Devotional – Marty Machowski

The Light Before Christmas is an outstanding advent devotional for the whole family.  The devotionals focus on light and the role it has in the Christmas story and ultimately our salvation.  Thirteen devotionals are included in the book which allows for three devotionals each week of advent plus a final devotional for Christmas day.  Each devotional follows the same format and includes an activity, music, and prayer.  Whether your family has participated in family devotionals during advent in the past or this is the first time doing so, The Light Before Christmas is an outstanding resource.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

The Light Before Christmas Book Cover The Light Before Christmas
Marty Machowski
October 10, 2022
96

The Flowering Cross – Beth Ryan

Reading this book has become a special Easter tradition for our family.

The Flowering Cross was a very quick favorite for our daughter.  It is a touching Easter story which focuses on the transformational power of God’s love.

Katie is a six year old little girl who truly loves God.  She displays her unconditional love and kindness to her neighbor Jack who is known throughout the neighborhood for being “mean”.  Soon her kindness not only brings out kindness and gentleness in Jack but also a willingness to accept God’s love.

The illustrations in this book are amazing.  They bring the story to life with the use of vivid color and detail.  They truly enhance the story for the reader.

Bible verses as well as faith imprints which include discussion starters are found throughout the book and provide a terrific addition to the story.  Additionally, directions on how to create a flowering cross are also included at the end of the story.  This was particularly appreciated by this reader since our daughter has become keenly interested in the idea of our family making a flowering cross!

While this complimentary book was provided for review by Thomas Nelson Publishers, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

The Flowering Cross Book Cover The Flowering Cross
Beth Ryan
Juvenile Fiction
Tommy Nelson
2010-03
32

Who is Jesus?: Forty Pictures to Share with Your Family – Kate Hox

Who is Jesus? is a beautifully illustrated family devotional book that would be perfect for the the Season of Lent.  The promise of salvation that is woven throughout scripture is highlighted in each daily reading.  Additionally, each reading is followed by a robust number of questions that are outstanding for family discussion as well as key scriptures from both the Old Testament and the New Testament.  This one is a winner!

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

Who Is Jesus? Book Cover Who Is Jesus?
Joe Hox, Kate Hox,
January 31, 2022

Darkest Night Brightest Day: A Family Devotional for the Easter Season – Marty Machowski

Darkest Night Brightest Day is a beautiful family devotional.  It is a perfect resource to use in preparation for Easter.  This book is cleverly designed to include the final days of the life of Jesus and his crucifixion with the book oriented one way, and then the reader flips the book over to read about resurrection.  This design reinforces the darkness that is transformed into ultimate hope.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

 
Darkest Night Brightest Day Book Cover Darkest Night Brightest Day
Marty Machowski
Eastertide
2022
64

Rich Wounds: The Countless Treasures of Life, Death and Triumph of Jesus – David Mathis

Rich Wounds is a brand new devotional by David Mathis.  It includes thirty short but theologically deep readings which explore the life, death, and ultimate triumph of Christ.  It is the perfect resource to use during the season of Lent.

 

 

Rich Wounds: The Countless Treasures of the Life, Death, and Triumph of Jesus Book Cover Rich Wounds: The Countless Treasures of the Life, Death, and Triumph of Jesus
David Mathis
Religion
Good Book Company
2022-02
192

Way Back Wednesday ~ Love Monster and the Last Chocolate – Rachel Bright

Although not specifically a Valentine’s book, this story is a sweet one!

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!

This post was originally published on February 10, 2016.

Love Monster and the Last Chocolate Book Cover Love Monster and the Last Chocolate
Rachel Bright
Juvenile Fiction
Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
December 15, 2015
32

Wonders of His Love: Finding Jesus in Isaiah, Family Advent Devotional – Champ Thorton

Wonders of His Love is a great four week family devotional to prepare hearts and minds for Christmas.  Each week features an image of Jesus from the book of Isaiah – Jesus the Light; Jesus the Branch; Jesus the Shepherd; Jesus the Savior; and on Christmas Day, Jesus the Bread.  The book is filled with great stories, discussion questions, crafts, recipes, games, and even some family service project sessions.  This one is a winner!

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

 

 

 

 

Wonders of His Love Book Cover Wonders of His Love
Champ Thornton
October 18, 2021
80

Turkey Trouble – Wendi Silvano

In an attempt to make sure he is not the main course for Thanksgiving, turkey undertakes a hilarious series of disguise attempts.  He ultimately finds the perfect disguise and has the best Thanksgiving ever.  This fun picture book is a delight and would be a terrific read-aloud option.

Turkey Trouble Book Cover Turkey Trouble
Wendi J. Silvano
Juvenile Fiction
Two Lions
2009
32