God, the Great I AM by Sydney Ann Johnson

God, the Great I AM
by Sydney Ann Johnson,
Thais Mesquita Silveira Cunha (Illustrator)

ISBN-13: 9781640704169
Hardcover: 32 pages
Publisher: Our Daily Bread Publishing
Released: February 3, 2026

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Book Description, Modified from Goodreads:
I AM...
I am the God of gods and Lord of lords, and my love will last forever
I created you for a reason, with a special purpose


God, The Great I AM is a love letter from God’s heart to yours. Through lyrical language and vibrant imagery, Sydney Ann Johnson invites you and your child to explore who God is, what He does, and how much He cares for you. This beautifully illustrated picture book helps children ages 4 to 8 see God’s beauty in creation and feel His presence in their everyday lives. Whether your child is feeling joy, fear, sadness, or wonder, they can turn to the Great I AM with confidence. With diverse characters and gentle truths woven throughout, this story encourages every child to embrace their God-given identity and find comfort in His never-ending love. Scripture is included in the back to help parents and caregivers further explore the Bible with children.


My Review:
God, the Great I AM is a Christian nonfiction, exploring who God is for children ages 4 to 8. The book follows two girls (black, asian) and two boys (white). While the title says who is speaking, the text in the book just says "I am..." The text listed things God created and controls and explained only He can create out of nothing. That He has always existed and never changes. He's the giver of all good things and all He does is good. He makes plants grow and season's change. He wants us to talk to Him about anything. He's everywhere at once and keeps watch over you. He designed how various things look and work, including "I shaded people in magnificent varieties of brown, with melanin in every hue." He created us and how we look, and "Before the beginning of time, I knew you."

"I created you for a reason with a special purpose: to reflect my image--bright, creative, and compassionate. To care for my world--the big and small. To bring honor to my holy name." "I will be your helper and your friend, your God and your Savior. Place your hope in me and I will show you I AM who I AM."

The illustrations are stylized rather than more realistic in style. They illustrated what's being talked about in the text. Overall, I'd recommend this book.




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The Heart Who Wanted to Lasso Thoughts by Beth Guckenberger

The Heart Who Wanted to Lasso Thoughts by Beth Guckenberger

ISBN-13: 9780830786015
Hardcover: 40 pages
Publisher: David C Cook
Released: February 3, 2026

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher.

Book Description, Modified from Goodreads:
The party looks so fun! Full of party food, games, and people! But one little cowboy is uninvited and oh-so-unhappy. Bad thoughts threaten to carry his heart away, but God helps him learn to lasso those thoughts with thankful prayers. See how the power of gratitude can help us all fight off envy and discontentment with hope and joy.

Parents and teachers looking for ways to help kids navigate big feelings will love the StrongHeart Stories, a series of illustrated spiritual tales by Beth Guckenberger and Irina Mileo. In The Heart Who Wanted to Lasso Thoughts, based on 2 Corinthians 10:5, children learn how to be thankful for the good all around them instead of being carried away by negativity. Let’s train an emerging generation to grow strong hearts and sound minds and be free from the power of the enemy!


My Review:
The Heart Who Wanted to Lasso Thoughts is a children's hardback picture book about combatting bad thoughts with God's truth and with gratitude. A young boy (and his heart) sees kids having fun at a party that he wasn't invited to, and negative thoughts start to ruin his mood. "'People are mean and the world is bad. There's absolutely no good thing to be had. Everyone has better, bigger, and more. What have YOU got to be thankful for?' But the heart knew these rumply thoughts were not true." The heart then repeats Scripture (in a kid-understandable version and with the Bible reference provided) to counter these and other arguments, like "You are not wanted" or "You mess up everything." It's a wonderful, child-level guide to taking every thought captive (lassoing it) and focusing on what is true and good. I'd highly recommend this fun, important kid's book.


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The Wonders of the First Christmas by Andy McGuire

The Wonders of the First Christmas
by Andy McGuire

ISBN-13: 9780310170211
Hardcover: 32 pages
Publisher: Zonderkidz
Released: October 7, 2025

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Book Description, Modified from Goodreads:
The Christmas story is so familiar that we often take the details for granted. But did Mary and Joseph really ride on a donkey to Bethlehem? What was a manger and why did they use one for Jesus’s bed? And where were the wise men actually from? By approaching the story with historical insight and a child’s sense of wonder, Andy McGuire crafts a tale that feels fresh and insightful, using well-researched material and beautiful original artwork.

The Wonders of the First Christmas combines the gospel text of the nativity story with historical and geographic facts about ancient Israel and the life and times of Jesus. It gives children a solid foundation for their faith with beautiful art and additional content. For children ages 4 and up, it includes an easy-to-read main story as well as callouts with easy-to-understand facts.


My Review:
The Wonders of the First Christmas is a Christian book about Christmas for ages 4 and up. The illustrations were in a very realistic style and showed historically accurate visuals for the story. The main text recounts the birth of Jesus as described in the Bible, from Mary being visited by an angel until Jesus' family returns from Egypt after Herod's death. There were also boxes with a paragraph or two of historical information that expanded upon the main text, and this would be of more interest to maybe 7 year-olds and up. These boxes provided more information on carpenters, Rome, donkeys, inns, swaddling clothes, shepherds, sheep, angels, mangers, wise men, prophecy about Jesus' birth, myrrh and frankincense, camels, and Egypt. Overall, I think this would be of most interest to kids who have grown up hearing the basic Christmas story but are old enough to like learning more background information. I'd recommend this well-written and illustrated book.


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Your Worth Never Wavers by Laura Wifler

Your Worth Never Wavers
by Laura Wifler,
Sara Ugolotti (illustrator)

ISBN-13: 9798384515616
Hardcoverk: 32 pages
Publisher: B&H Kids
Released: September 16, 2025

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Book Description, Modified from NetGalley:
Research shows that attitudes about body image and self-esteem begin forming in children between the ages of three and five and only become more widespread and problematic as they grow. Many people's answer to this problem is to “look within,” “trust your heart” or “try harder” to muster up your own value and worth. Your Worth Never Wavers sends a better message: true worth and beauty is found by gaining a higher view not of ourselves but of God, the creator of everything.

Journey with a diverse group of mothers and daughters as they explore the wonders of creation from colossal canyons to boisterous beehives. Each illustration celebrates God's handiwork from nature to his design of people, showing women and girls with different skin tones, body shapes, hair types, and abilities. On each page, a child learns that the same God who made tigers, snowflakes, sunsets, and stars, is the God who fearfully and wonderfully created each person perfectly in his image.

This book is a catalyst for conversation between young readers and their loved ones about body image, identity, and God's unending love. By teaching girls the source of their worth and value, they’ll have foundational truths to lean on when doubts arrive, reminding them that they are beloved by God and declared beautiful. His love is all around them; all they must do is look.


My Review:
Your Worth Never Wavers is a Christian board book for girls ages 4-8 years old. It shows many different mothers and daughters doing activities together. The characters have many different ethnic backgrounds, and one girl was disabled. The illustrations of the people were in a fairly realistic style, while the surroundings were often fanciful and stylized. I liked that the message was to look to God when we have doubts about our value. "You're made in His image; He knit you together. Your worth never wavers--not now, and not ever. When you wonder your value or question your worth, Know you're beloved by the God who formed Earth."

Overall, I'd recommend this book. However, I would have liked it even more if it'd explained that we live in a fallen world--as in, the girl with the disability has the disability as a part of living in a broken world, not because God wanted to make her uniquely beautiful and that's how He did it.


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God's Name for Me by Talia Messina

God's Name for Me
by Talia Messina

ISBN-13: 9798400505751
Boardbook: 24 pages
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers
Released: September 9, 2025

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Book Description, Modified from Goodreads:
Does your little one have a special nickname that’s used just for them? In God’s Name for Me, author Talia Messina gathers diverse children to share their funny and silly nicknames—names that they were given by loved ones. But they are reminded that there is a name, the very best name, from God who has given it out of his perfect love.

Tthis charming kids’ picture book has lift-the-flap surprises to keep young children engaged and delighted and a mirror surprise in the back! Discover God’s super special name for you, given freely for being exactly who he made you to be. This name can’t be earned—it’s part of your identity, so you can’t lose it! It reminds you that being God’s child has nothing to do with personality, likability, outward appearance, energy, size, the love given, or actions taken towards others.


My Review:
God's Name for Me is a Christian board book for young children. It shows boys and girls of different ethnic backgrounds telling about a nickname a family member gave to them and why they got their nickname. All are sweet reasons, and the illustrations show the family enjoying doing things together related to the nickname. The book ends with God's name for us and "It's all about whose you are and not what you can do." His name for us? "God calls you Precious Child 'cause his love for you is strong." The illustrations were in a realistic style and did a good job of supporting and expanding upon the text. Overall, I'd recommend this delightful board book.


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God Made You Special! by Greg Fritz

God Made You Special!
by Greg Fritz & Lisa Reed

ISBN-13: 9780824919474
Boardbook: 20 pages
Publisher: WorthyKids
Released: February 1, 2015

Source: Bought.

Book Description, Modified from Goodreads:
When you look in the mirror, you'll see his touch . . . 'cause God made you special, and he loves you very much!; Join Bob and Larry and their friends as they spread the joyful message to children that God made each of us special! Here, the lyrics to this favorite VeggieTales song are illustrated with a cast of familiar characters in a small board book, just the right size for little hands.


My Review:
God Made You Special! is a Christian board book about how God made each of us "just right." It features the VeggieTales crew, and my young nieces enjoyed the colorful, fun illustrations. In the book, the characters explain that God made everything, including you and how you look. He put thought into making you "just right" and you are "his delight." And if sometimes you don't like something about yourself, just remember that "God had a plan. He wants me to be just the way that I am." Overall, I'd recommend this book.


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I Thank God for This Day! by Phil Vischer

I Thank God for This Day!
by Phil Vischer & Lisa Reed

ISBN-13: 9781546014881
Boardbook: 16 pages
Publisher: WorthyKids
Released: February 1, 2013

Source: Bought.

Book Description, Modified from Goodreads:
The Veggies know that it is fun and important to thank God for the good things he gives us. Follow along as Junior Asparagus, Laura Carrot, and the rest of the Veggies enjoy a sunny day at the park and express gratitude for the things that make them glad.

This edition pairs the lyrics of the Veggies' "Thankfulness Song" with bright illustrations of our favorite Veggies in the beloved classic character style. For added fun, children can push the book's sound button and hear the refrain of the song. To make the music stop, simply press the button again. This joyful book helps children practice gratitude as they realize how many reasons there are to be thankful.


My Review:
I Thank God for This Day! is a Christian board book about giving thanks to God. It features the VeggieTales crew and has a button to push to hear them singing a "Thankfulness Song." My young nieces (3 and 5 years old) were getting very demanding and ungrateful, so I got this book for them. They'd never seen VeggieTales but enjoyed the colorful, fun illustrates and singing along with the song. Both of them started being more thankful for everyday things. In the book, the characters thank God for the day, food, parents, God's love, that God listens to our prayers, and so on, so they thank God every day. They also thank Mom and Dad for doing things with them. Overall, I'm grateful for this board book and would recommend it.


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The Gospel by Devon Provencher

The Gospel
by Devon & Jessica Provencher

ISBN-13: 9781433565250
Boardbook: 22 pages
Publisher: Crossway
Released: February 18, 2020

Source: Bought.

Book Description, Modified from Goodreads:
Each book in the Big Theology for Little Hearts series introduces a big idea from the Bible with concise definitions and illustrations to help young minds gain a foundational understanding of God's word. With each volume written to complement all the others, this series is designed to help children develop a cohesive framework of theology that includes God, creation, humanity, Jesus, and the gospel-allowing you to start having crucial conversations with your children as early as possible.


My Review:
The Gospel is a Christian board book that explains the gospel in simple terms and is suitable for kids who have no church background. The authors started by explaining that God created everything, that "All people have chosen in their hearts to disobey God and have rejected Him as King." And "Those who sin must be punished because sin is breaking God's law" so "God sent His own Son into the world to rescue people from their sin because they couldn't save themselves." Jesus didn't sin, and he "was put to death, taking on himself the punishment that God's people deserve." That Jesus came back to life and "God commands all people everywhere to turn their back on sin and believe in Jesus alone for the forgiveness of sin." And if you do that, you will have never-ending life with God. I feel like this book did an excellent job of explaining the basic gospel message at a level that young kids can understand. The pictures were in a simple style and illustrated the text. Overall, I'd highly recommend this board book.


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Little One, God Loves You by Amy Warren Hilliker

Little One, God Loves You
by Amy Warren Hilliker,
Polona Lovšin

ISBN-13: 9780310753070
Boardbook: 14 pages
Publisher: Zonderkidz
Released: October 1, 2004

Source: Bought.

Book Description, Modified from Goodreads:
A cute and cuddly board book that shows children just how much God loves and cares about them.


My Review:
Little One, God Loves You is a rhyming Christian boardbook for preschoolers (up to age 4). The book showed a small bunny interacting with family and friends. The text is very simple so even fairly young kids should be able to follow along. It explains that God loves you, made you for his family, and helps you grow. So be God's helper (help others) and show others God's love. It's a good message and lovely illustrations. All of the art has the same look and style as the cover picture. I prefer illustrations like this, where the animals look more like the real thing (rather than a cartoon) yet still look warm and cuddly. I'd highly recommend this book.


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All The Things I Say to God by Tanner Olson

All The Things I Say to God
by Tanner Olson

ISBN-13: 9780310165958
Hardcover: 32 pages
Publisher: Zonderkidz
Released: April 29, 2025

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Book Description from Goodreads:
Abby has been praying with her parents for as long as she can remember. They pray together before meals and before bed, on good days and tough days. Then one day Abby asks a simple “Mom, can I pray to God all by myself?” Follow Abby on her journey of faith as she discovers how to express her gratitude, ask questions, pray for others, and use silence to communicate with God. Led by her own curiosity, she finds out that you can pray for anything and everything—God’s love knows no bounds.


My Review:
All The Things I Say to God is a Christian picture book for children. The narrative follows Abby, who has prayed along with adults but wonders if she can pray to God by herself. Along the way, she asks her mom about the type of things one can pray and then we see her pray about these things. She's shown as praying when in bed, though the text says she prays at other times, too. They covered topics like talking to God about life (and she tells God what happened that day, even small things), asking God questions, thanking God for good things, praying for others, and quietly thinking about God if you have nothing to say.

The illustrations were cartoon-like in style and showed what Abby was doing while asking her mother questions or while praying. It's a good book to start a conversation with kids about prayer, but the mother provided little guidance beyond saying that God loves it when we tell Him about our day, etc. The book didn't cover answers to prayer or God's part in prayer. Abby asked questions of God without seeming to expect answers. It was sort of talking at God. Your child may ask why God never responds to Abby, and you'll have to respond to that yourself. Overall, though, I'd recommend this story about praying to God.


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Princess Paris Finds Her Purpose by Demi-Leigh Tebow

Princess Paris Finds Her Purpose
by Demi-Leigh Tebow

ISBN-13: 9781400249503
Hardcover: 32 pages
Publisher: Tommy Nelson
Released: April 1, 2025

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Book Description from Goodreads:
When her crown is stolen, Princess Paris fears she’ll never get it back. How can she represent her king without her crown? She doesn’t feel much like a princess and worries all the animals on the Royal Savanna won’t take her seriously without it. But as each animal Paris meets faces a unique problem, she discovers that being a princess requires more than wearing a shiny crown. This adventurous story is paw-fect for ages 4 to 8 and focuses on finding your purpose and being kind.


My Review:
Princess Paris Finds Her Purpose is a Christian, children's picture book. Princess Paris wants to represent her King well as she visits the animals on the Savanna, but then a monkey steals her crown. She's worried she can't represent the King without her crown, but she still meets several of the animals and helps each. She goes to meet the King afterward, and he tells her: "Being a princess isn't about wearing a crown; it's about knowing your purpose to help those in need. That's your true royal purpose--using kindness to represent me!"

The illustrations look fairly realistic (not cartoony) and show the background for what's going on in the text. The text isn't hard to understand, and my 8-year-old niece can read all of the English words. A few foreign words (with pronunciation and meaning) are used by the Savanna animals. Overall, I'd recommend this fun story.


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The Good Shepherd and the Stubborn Sheep by Hannah E. Harrison

The Good Shepherd and the Stubborn Sheep
by Hannah E. Harrison

ISBN-13: 9780310161493
Hardcover: 40 pages
Publisher: Zonderkidz
Released: February 4, 2025

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher.

Book Description from Goodreads:
The Good Shepherd and the Stubborn Sheep is a humorous and heartwarming picture book about God's unconditional love. This story beautifully captures the essence of Psalm 23, showing the importance of trusting God, our Good Shepherd, with our lives.

Meet George, a silly and sometimes stubborn sheep living happily under the care of a Good Shepherd. But when shearing time comes, George decides it’s time to make a run for it, and soon finds himself on a journey full of unexpected disappointment, discomfort, and danger. Ultimately, he finds rescue and learns why he really does need a shepherd.

The Bible is full of references to sheep and shepherds, but what does it mean to be a good shepherd? And how are we like sheep? The Good Shepherd and the Stubborn Sheep uses a riveting story to bring biblical truth to life for kids and illustrate the many comforting and loving attributes of God.


My Review:
The Good Shepherd and the Stubborn Sheep is from the point of view of George, a sheep. He talks about what life is like for sheep and why they need a shepherd. But he runs away because he doesn't want a haircut; he like how he looks. He soon regrets his decision (dirty hair, danger, etc.), but it's the good shepherd that seeks him out and brings him home. George is grateful and now trusts that the shepherd wants what's best for him.

The pictures are very nicely done, illustrating the text while also being interesting to look at. George presents things in a humorous way, even when he's threatened by a scary wolf at the end and he can't save himself. (Don't worry, the shepherd saves him!). Psalm 23 is written on the last page. Overall, I think my nieces will enjoy this story, so I bought a copy to give to them.


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R Is for Risen by Crystal Bowman

R Is for Risen
by Crystal Bowman;
Teri McKinley

ISBN-13: 9781496487292
Hardcover: 32 pages
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers
Released: February 4, 2025

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Book Description, Modified from Goodreads:
Jesus is the RISEN One,
our Savior and our Friend.
Jesus is the A and Z,
the beginning and the end.

In this charmingly illustrated story, children will learn the alphabet and the biblically accurate reason for the season: Jesus’ resurrection! Unlike other ABC books that attribute a random Easter-themed word to a letter, R Is for Risen thoughtfully tells the chronological Easter story of salvation. It features:

Jesus’ arrival in Jerusalem
Garden of Gethsemane
Jesus’ arrest and interrogation
Jesus carrying the cross
Jesus’ death and resurrection
Jesus’ Great Commission



My Review:
R Is for Risen tells the main events of Jesus' death and resurrection in a way young children can understand. Each page is alphabetical, with the letter up top and a cartoon-style picture around the letter illustrating the text. A rhyming verse is below that describing events in chronological order, from Jesus riding into the streets of Jerusalem on a donkey to the Passover dinner to the empty tomb and the disciples seeing Jesus after the Resurrection. It ends with Jesus telling his disciples to tell the whole world the good news. Bible verses are included below each rhyme to show where the events or prophecies can be found in the Bible. Overall, I'd recommend this children's book as a way to teach young kids what 'Easter' is really about.


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Never Walk Alone by Kathryn Joy MacDowall

Never Walk Alone
by Kathryn Joy MacDowall

ISBN-13: 9780830790159
Hardcover: 36 pages
Publisher: David C Cook
Released: March 4, 2025

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher.

Book Description from Goodreads:
Inspired by the Hillsong Worship song “Never Walk Alone,” this rhyming adventure through Egyptian deserts, Australian beaches, and even outer space teaches kids ages 3-8 that no matter where we go, God is always by our side.

I wonder and I’d like to know
If there’s any place that I could go
Where I would be SO far away
That you couldn’t hear me when I pray.

An adventure-loving boy travels around the world in his imagination to discover that no matter what, God will always be with him. Delightful illustrations, hand-lettering, and fitting Bible verses make this fun-filled exploration of every continent a beautiful celebration of God’s faithful presence with each of us.


My Review:
Never Walk Alone is a book for children aged 3-8 years old. The young boy in the story basically asks: If I'm hiding from people or high in a tree or on the sea or in a distant land, can God hear me when I pray? Will God be with me wherever I go? Will God be able to find me if I'm in a big crowd in a big city? The answer: "Your Word says you won't disappear, You'll never leave and always be near. You're always there, You are my guide, I can be bold as You're by my side. Wherever I go, You're always with me, from home to lands across the sea. I can explore the great unknown, and I know I'll never walk alone."

The last two pages provided related Bible verses in child-level language so you can read the actual Scripture, too. The text was easy to understand. The text talked like the child had already decided to follow Jesus and knew how to pray. The illustrations were very good even though they're cartoony. It's clear which animals and places are being shown, and the pictures are colorful and fun to look at. The pictures illustrated the words, so you can engage with them as you read the story. They also illustrated what's meant, like the boy was reading a book with a cross on it when "His Word" was mentioned. Overall, I'd recommend this well done children's book.


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Who You Say I Am by Kathryn Joy MacDowall

Who You Say I Am
by Kathryn Joy MacDowall

ISBN-13: 9780830790173
Hardcover: 36 pages
Publisher: David C Cook
Released: March 4, 2025

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher.

Book Description from Goodreads:
Inspired by the Hillsong Worship song “Who You Say I Am,” this beautiful picture book honors each child’s unique qualities while reminding us that our identity in God is always the most important part of who we are.

“I am who You say I am!” we can shout.
I know who I am without a doubt.

God made each one of us with different personalities, fun preferences, and unique gifts. But the thing that is most important about us is always the same: His love for us! In Who You Say I Am, vibrant illustrations take readers ages 3-8 from school to the zoo, from ballet class to the beach, as hand-lettered rhymes and Bible verses explore the truth that we are chosen, forgiven, and God’s beloved workmanship.


My Review:
Who You Say I Am is a book for children aged 3-8 years old. The first 12 pages talked about how different kids are (tall, short, quiet, loud, etc.). The final 15 pages talked about who God says I am. "We're all created just to God's plan. And His Word tells me exactly who I am." It talked about how I am loved by God, chosen by God before the world began, and forgiven because of what Jesus did ("He died on a cross and rose for me"). I'm found and will never be alone when I follow Him. He's my guide, and I'm His child if I follow Him. The last two pages listed the Bible verses that the book is based off of so you can read the actual Scripture, too.

The text was simple to understand without being dumbed down, and the author didn't assume the child already knew the Bible well. However, the text did talk like the child has decided to follow Jesus. It's easy enough for an adult to explain what that means and how to do it if the child hasn't, yet. The pictures are bright and colorful, showing cartoony children of all sorts of looks. The pictures illustrated the words, so you can say things like, "which one is tall?" and interact with the pictures. They also illustrated what's meant, like a girl reading a book with a cross on it when "His Word" is mentioned. Overall, I'd recommend this well-done children's book.


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The Work of Your Hand by Jennifer Hall Rivera

The Work of Your Hand
by Jennifer Hall Rivera

ISBN-13: 9781683441571
Hardcover: 48 pages
Publisher: Master Books
Released: November 30, 2018

Source: Bought.

Book Description, Modified from Goodreads:
Discover loops, arcs, whorls, and whys of God’s remarkable designs! Let your hands teach you more of what it is to be fearfully and wonderfully made.

There are special patterns on the skin of your hands and feet! These fingerprints and footprints are different for each one of us. Which Pattern Do You Have? God created three basic patterns: arch, loop, and whorl. A variety of these are found on each boy and girl. Now take a look at each pattern separately. Can you identify fingerprint patterns correctly?

Includes 23 pages of activity sheets for lots of fingerprint fun! Use non-toxic fingerprint ink pads.


My Review:
The Work of Your Hand is a book for kids about how fingerprints are unique and how to identify the different patterns. The first 21 pages of the book are a rhyming section telling about the 20 unique patterns found in fingerprints, how to spot them, and how our unique fingerprints point to God creating us. The last half of the book is activity pages. You use fingerprints with appropriate ink or paint (not included) to make art (plants, animals, vehicles, etc.). There's an area to put finger and footprints for one child. I'd guess that this book would most appeal to kids ages 5-8 just based on my own nieces, but the finger pattern information is useful even for adults. A younger child who doesn't mind 'big words' (as proper terminology is used) will also get something out of it.


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The Easter Lamb Jesus by John Greco

The Easter Lamb Jesus
by John Greco

ISBN-13: 9780310152156
Hardcover: 32 pages
Publisher: Zonderkidz
Released: December 17, 2024

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Book Description, Modified from Goodreads:
In The Easter Lamb, the traditional Easter story takes on new significance as Jesus’s death and resurrection are explored through the events of Passover. Through child-friendly text and engaging illustrations that meaningfully connect these two important events, young readers will see how God has always cared for his children and that he had a plan for our salvation from the start.

On the night he was arrested, Jesus celebrated Passover with his disciples during what we now call the Last Supper. Jesus knew he would soon have to die like the lambs who were sacrificed in place of the firstborn Israelites so that all of God’s children might live.

John Greco masterfully tells these two stories—Passover and Easter—in The Easter Lamb, weaving together their biblical symbolism and significance. You may have heard the Easter story before, but this unique take will deepen you and your child’s understanding of the holiday and explain how important the image of Christ as a lamb truly is.


My Review:
The Easter Lamb Jesus is a Christian kid's boardbook explaining the links between the Exodus Passover and Easter, showing why Jesus died (and rose) to save us. The author assumed the readers have some knowledge about the Passover and Easter events, so it's probably less impactful to kids with no biblical background. I liked how he linked the events, and he used words suitable for explaining things to young kids. The pictures were interesting to look at and illustrated the text, so kids will stop to look at them rather than rush through the book. Overall, I'd recommend this book to parents wanting to teach the salvation message to young kids.


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