You already know that your kids can memorize anything set to music, or anything with a beat. Right? Well, I don’t know if I can call rap music, but it definitely has a beat. So can kids learn basic theology concepts conveyed as a rap? Of course they can.
Posts Categorized: Book Reviews
Book Review—Any Time, Any Place, Any Prayer
Most of us would probably say we learned to pray first by example and then by actually praying. This new book makes a good companion for today’s children who are learning to pray.
Book Review—Kids’ Guide to Exploring the Bible
Want to help kids dig into Bible study? Ignite their motivation. Provide the tools and techniques they’ll need and lead some practice sessions. Same things you’d do if you were taking kids along on an archaeological dig—the motif for the new book Kids’ Guide to Exploring the Bible: Tools, Techniques, & Tips for Digging into…
Book Review—Anxious for Nothing: Living Above Anxiety and Loneliness
This just-out version for tweens and young teens is organized around the acronym CALM, the author’s prescription for calming anxiety and fears: Celebrate God’s goodness Ask God for help Look on the bright side (Give thanks) Meditate (Think about good things) There’s no fluff or cheesiness here, no simplistic answers. Instead, young readers will find…
Book Review—The Whole Story for the Whole Family: A Year of Jesus-Centered Family Devotions
There may not be two other words that strike more fear in the hearts of parents than the words family devotions. We know family time around the Bible is important. But we have questions: Can we make the time? Can we do a good job? Where would we start? The Whole Story for the Whole…
Book Review and Giveaway—Lullaby Prayer
Set on a country farm, this picture book truly does work like a lullaby—calming and wooing children to settle in, sleep, and dream—while also reassuring them of God’s love and care. Each new spread focuses on a different aspect of dusk and falling nighttime—the sunset, the moon, dancing fireflies, clouds and stars, forest animals and…
Book Review—God Gave Us Prayer
GIVEAWAY: I have one copy of this book, signed by the author, to give away. To enter, leave a comment at the bottom of this post. Winner will be selected at random on Saturday, May 15, and announced in my June newsletter. (Not subscribed yet? Click here.) God Gave Us Prayer gives kids and parents…
Book Review—The Tree Street Kids Series
A new series, Tree Street Kids, hit middle-grade bookshelves in April, and it’s a winner. Although aimed at ages 8-12, readership may skew toward the younger end of the range because the series’ main character is 10. But two things will engage readers of any age—the action-packed plots and memorable characters. Set in a…
Book Review—Little Ewe: The Story of One Lost Sheep
This book releases February 23, 2021. To celebrate, the author and Beaming Books are offering a giveaway to readers within the United States. To enter, leave a comment at the bottom of this post. Winner will be selected at random on Tuesday, February 23, and announced in my March newsletter. (Not subscribed yet? Click here.)…
Book Review—The Invisible String
How can we feel secure when we’re separated from the ones we love? If you know a child dealing with separation anxiety or loss, this simple story about the Invisible String of love can help. And it’s perfect for Valentine’s Day!
