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Book Thoughts: The Story of Baby Jesus (Davidson)

Type: picture bookAges: 2-6Author: Alice Joyce DavidsonIllustrator: Victoria Marshall *In each of the Alice books, she magically enters a storybook and visits a different Bible story. Magic is not mentioned beyond this moment. We love this darling series with its…

Book Thoughts: The Night Before Christmas (Engelbreit)

Type: picture bookAges: 3-10Author of Poem: Clement C. Moore*Illustrator: Mary Engelbreit *Interestingly, the authorship of this poem has been long disputed, but the majority of professional opinions seem to go with Moore. If you’re like us, your children have always…

Book Thoughts: Kids Top 10 Small Mammal Pets (Gaines)

Type: non-fiction picture bookAges: 6-12Author: Ann Graham Gaines I like how this book speaks directly to juvenile readers in an engaging style. For example, in describing that cages need frequent cleaning, the author says, “That can be a stinky job!…

Book Thoughts: Ferrets (Morton, Mathis)

Type: non-fiction bookAges: 10+Authors: E. Lynn “Fox Morton, Christine Mathis This is written more for adults, but an older child can use it for research if needed. It’s packed with tips and information. As is my general custom for books…

Book Thoughts: The Light at Tern Rock (Sauer)

Type: short chapter bookAges: 8-12Author: Julia L. SauerIllustrator: Georges Schreiber Beautifully written, this book is certain to remind readers of the true meaning of Christmas (not in very many details, but it makes the point). Additionally, there are examples of…

Book Thoughts: Huguenot Garden (Jones)

Type: chapter bookAges: 9+Author: Douglas M. Jones III *We don’t necessarily agree with all the theology, but it provides wonderful discussion. The main topics you might want to prepare for are infant baptism and covenantal children. **Probably the most difficult…

Book Thoughts: The Legend of St. Nicholas (Mackall)

Type: picture booksAges: 4-8Author: Dandi Daley MackallIllustrator: Richard Cowdrey I applaud the author on this one! She expertly crafted a story which combines the message of the greatest gift ever given (God giving His Son to save His people) with…

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