Include a “Lowly Manger”
Now, where to place the nativity scene? I put my best nativity set on top of the piano out of reach of curious little hands. I also place a less expensive and less fragile set on the coffee table so … Continue reading →
Category Archives: Reading/Christian Literacy
‘Twas the Evening of Christmas
A few weeks ago, I promised to share a peek inside my newest children’s picture book, ‘Twas the Evening of Christmas, a Nativity story told in rhyme that mimics Clement C Moore’s classic tale. Publisher’s Weekly describes Russian born Elena Selivanova’s illustrations … Continue reading →
Training Them Up
Christ, the Cornerstone of Truth There is a saying about children that goes, “If you don’t teach them, the world will!” That is a frightening thought! Just look at the spiritual landscape of America today. In recent years, there has … Continue reading →
Children and Tragedies
Children are facing tragedies daily. Parents are deployed. Storm, wildfires, and earthquakes destroy lives, homes, and communities. Cancer is no respecter of persons, striking the very young and the very old. How we address these situations affects our children’s reactions. … Continue reading →
The Kite and the Boy
I am pleased to review a new children’s book by Aaron Duffy, with black and white illustrations by Katy Haaland Greene. The Kite and the Boy is a well-written, endearing story about the friendship between a kite and a young boy who … Continue reading →
Announcing the Arrival of Snuggle Time Christmas!
Look what arrived on my doorstep a few days ago: the first copy of Snuggle Time Christmas, coming to a bookstore near you on October 3rd! This padded cover board book featuring foil and glitter and two cute camels on … Continue reading →