Everyone gets a case of the grumpies every now and then.  As an adult, I know the best cure for the grumpies is to recognize everything that God has blessed me with.  However, I found this principle difficult to teach to children, especially preschool children, until now.

In The Blessing Jar, the main character, Punky, is disappointed that her friend is sick and unable to play.  However, Punky’s Grammy has the perfect solution when she suggests that they go on an adventure and try to fill a Mason jar with things that remind them of God’s blessings.  So begins the adventure.  Little by little, Punky’s Blessing Jar begins to fill up.  By the end of the day, Punky has forgotten about how badly the day started and instead is focused on all the blessings of the day.

This book makes the perfect gift for a little boy or girl in your life.  It contains beautiful illustrations and is an oversized board book with a plush cover that makes it perfect for snuggling.  After reading this book, I would suggest that you make a blessing jar with your child.  It is as easy as 1, 2, 3.

Step 1: Get a Mason jar (I would suggest the plastic kind).

Step 2: Pick a day to count your blessings.  Remind your child to place things in the jar that remind them of all that God has blessed them with.

Step 3: Review all the items at the end of the day.  I am sure you will be surprised by some of the things included in the jar.

This book is perfect for teaching children the importance of being thankful.

Helping children recognize the blessing that God has given them.

Shows children the wonders God has placed all around them.

That is all for now.

Continue to pray for me as I pray for you,

Corine

P.S. What great Christian children books have you read lately? You can learn more about me by visiting www.booksbycorine.com