Humor in Children’s Literature
Growing up, most of my favorite books were those that included a good amount of humor. Humor brings in light moments when they are needed and, often, makes stories more memorable. With our April Master Class on humor coming up soon, I wanted to recommend a few of my childhood favorites that I think incorporate […]
On Our Bookshelf: Consider the Lilies by Jennifer Grant
The Premise Jennifer Grant and Julianna Swaney’s book, Consider the Lilies, was released on February 10th. It’s the second book in the Consider series, published by Eerdmans, and is a beautiful account of the way God sees and cares for not only His creation, but for His kids as well. Inspired by Matthew 6:28 and Luke 12:27, the concept of God’s care is woven throughout every page. The […]
Book Review: Write! Write! Write!
Join us for a book review of Write! Write! Write! by Amy Ludwig VanDerwater, a clever and colorful collection of poems for kids.
Are You Process or Outcome Focused?
Process embraces what God wants. Outcome embraces what I want.
On Our Bookshelf: Wild Faith Devotional for Kids by Valerie Ellis
Wild Faith Devotional for Kids is written by Valerie Ellis, illustrated by Jen Bricking, and published by WaterBrook, an imprint of the Penguin Random House Christian Publishing Group. This is a beautiful devotional, and, depending on who you ask, it is recommended for children 4-12 years old. I personally recommend it for ages 5-100. It […]
Great Expectations: Refreshing Your Hope and Reigniting Your Faith in a Big God by Guest Blogger, Karen Ferguson
Let’s play pretend. Say we’ve been transported one year into the future, and you and I are talking over our favorite specialty drinks about how fast this past year flew by. You mention some of the things you enjoyed, but get quiet for a moment as you think about the things you didn’t do. The […]
On Our Bookshelf: Guess Why God Made the Rainbow by Karen Ferguson
There’s something enchanting about a rainbow—its gentle arc, its burst of color, the quiet promise it carries. In Guess Why God Made the Rainbow, author Karen Ferguson captures the wonder and wraps it in a story that speaks tenderly to children’s hearts. This is the third book in Ferguson’s Questions for Kids series, and it […]
On Our Bookshelf: Late Today by Jungyoon Huh
I’ve always enjoyed stories about cats, so the cover of Late Today by Jungyoon Huh, illustrated by Myungae Lee and translated by Aerin Park (published by Eerdmans Books for Young Readers), captured my attention immediately. Summary The busy traffic on a bridge in Seoul, South Korea is making everyone late. Amidst the honking and screeching […]
On Our Bookshelf: Wonders of the Ocean Realm by Tricia Goyer and Sherri Seligson
I always enjoy books that relate scientific or historical facts in a fun and interesting way, and Wonders of the Ocean Realm by Tricia Goyer and Sherri Seligson, illustrated by Vlad Stankovic, does just that. The authors make science come alive for kids while incorporating a Christian perspective. Summary Wonders of the Ocean Realm relates […]
On Our Bookshelf: Knights in Manhattan by Kay DiBianca
Knights in Manhattan: A Reen and Joanie Detective Agency Novel (The Reen & Joanie Detective Agency Series) by Kay DiBianca Back Cover Copy A gang of tricky thieves is on the loose in Manhattan, but no need to worry. The Reen & Joanie Detective Agency is on the case. The two pint-sized detectives track the […]