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We have twin grandsons who loved transportation vehicles when they were little. They would have loved Let's Go! Bible Stories! What a creative way to get kids interested in the Bible. I love the comparison from ancient ways of transportation to modern day. I love the format indicating the Scripture reference, rhyming verse, question, and "What Else?" I love framing a child's walk with God as an "adventure." This is a great introduction to the Bible!
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 Rise: A Child’s Guide to Eastertide by Laura Alary was a joy to read. Written in lyrical prose, it explores two realities, the Easter Story that happened when Jesus died and the Easter Story we live today. She gives the reader space to look and learn and wonder. The book is separated into five chapters: In the Garden, At the Table, One the Beach, In Everything, and Easter People. Each one explores the theme in a way that is both profound and easily understood. Her book is gentle, like a hug, but it’s powerful, too. It gives the big picture of Easter by comparing Bible stories to modern scenes. The illustrations are beautiful, soft, almost dreamlike. What a wonderful addition to the Circle of Wonder series. I am thankful and honored I was given a free digital copy of this book to write a review.
 What a fun book! Talking about the Bible and all kinds of feet--including stinky feet!--is a different way to introduce young children to the Bible. The rhyming verse starts out in present day focusing on the feet theme. Then quickly introduces the Bible starting with the comforting story in the Old Testament of Noah (and his hairy feet) keeping God's creatures safe. After a few other OT stories, the book progresses to the New Testament with Jesus' birth, ministry, death, and resurrection. I love the way the book then brings the reader back to present day: "And ever since that Easter Day, Christ's followers have found a way with faithful feet from place to place to spread God's love and share God's grace." The illustrations represent a number of children so everyone will be able to relate. Faithful Feet offers a new way to connect with the Bible and a great addition to Bible story retellings!
 I gave The Christmas Elephant five stars on Amazon. This unique, delightful retelling of the nativity story feature children performing a Christmas play, but there's a twist. Ellie wants to be an elephant and there were no elephants in the manger when Jesus was born. With gentle conflict and lots of heart, this story will stay with you a long time after you read it, much like the young elephant who never forgets. As you can see the cover, the illustrations by Laura Zarrin are charming. Destined to be added to your cherished collection of Christmas read-alouds. I was given a free copy for helping promote this book. So glad I was! Maria used elements from her own life as a stage manager and perfectionist along with her niece's love of elephants to write this book. A sweet story you will want to read each Christmas. Just released from Paraclete Press, this debut from Maria is a treasure!
 If you’re looking for a down-to-Earth book to share the Bible with young children, I highly recommend author Laura Sassi’s My Tender Heart Devotions. Geared to children ages 0-6, the easy-to read format includes an endearing poem, Bible verse, fun facts, and “Heart Moment” activity/prayer to reinforce the theme. Fifty-two comforting themes range from rocket ships and sailboats to puppies and kittens, one for each week of the year. Sandra Eide’s sweet illustrations show kids experiencing everyday activities. A wonderful addition to the Tender Heart series! I received an advance copy from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. Released this month from Paraclete Press. Looking forward to sharing it with my granddaughter!
 This unique book successfully tells a love story from the perspective of a paper crane(!). It's starts with a boy learning how to fold a paper crane with help from his grandmother. I found it charming. The boy's story arc show joy, fear and sorrow with the paper crane always ready to love, protect, and comfort. But then the boy grows up and doesn't need the paper crane. It gets dusty and when it becomes hidden behind the photo of a girl, it "fumes." I won't give away the (happy) ending, but know it's satisfying and joyful encompassing both hope and redemption. The illustrations by Sonia Sanchez are outstanding--they embody the mood, in bold images of brightness and darkness in each scene. I received a free copy of this book from Storystorm. So glad I did!
 If you like humorous dog books, you'll love this one! As they are leaving the house, a boy asks his mom, "What does Dudley do all day when we go out?" The boy sees everything they discuss in the car and at the grocery store from a child's perspective. "He eats" to the boy means flipping pancakes. The boy imagines "He naps" as sleeping in bed with a boy doll to cuddle with. As you can tell from the cover, the illustrations by Renee Andriani are perfect! On the way home the boy asks his mom "Do you think Dudley wonders what WE do all day?" The artwork shows people do what dogs do. I can imagine the giggles when kids see the dog's perspective of the boy and his mother sniffing tree trunks and burying bones. A delightful read! I won a copy of this book from Writers' Rumpus. So much fun!
 I created a list and reviews of recommended Christian Earth Day books for children on Shepherd.com, which is owned by Ben (Welch-Bolen) Fox. After my own Earth Day picture book released in the fall of 2023, I looked for other books that teach children to take care of Earth through the lens of their faith. Books by Eileen Spinelli, Shannon Cook, Louie Giglio, Betsy Painter, and Laura Alary. Read all my reviews here: shepherd.com/best-books/christian-earth-day-books-for-kidsshepherd.com/best-books/christian-earth-day-books-for-kids
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