Reading, Writing & Pondering

  Nothing can separate us from God's Love according to Romans 8:38. But don't we all, adults and children, have days that we feel pretty unlovable and we wonder if that is true. In Nothing, Natalie Creech tells young children (and adults) that God's love is forever no matter what you do or what happens on earth. Nothing is an adorable board book with simply gorgeous illustrations and beautiful prose. This 32-page book has the tough cardboard pages for little hands under age 4 to look at and turn the pages on their own. It measures roughly 8 by 9 inches so it is a nice size for little ones to hold on their own too. This book would make a great gift and would be a good addition to any little one's library in Christian families.  I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions within this review are my own.

God shows his love to us in so many ways. Moms and Dad also show love to their children in so many ways. Mama Kisses and Papa Hugs by Lisa Tawn Bergren gives children a taste of both how parents love and how God loves us. We have been reading Lisa Tawn Bergren's God Gave Us series for children and have enjoyed it. Mama Kisses and Papa Hugs has gentle humor and a fun storyline. It doesn't take some kids long to decide they are too big for hugs and kisses but this book reminds them that both God and parents never stop loving them no matter how old they get. I liked both the prose and the message that Bergren sends in this brightly illustrated book. Mama Kisses, Papa Hugs draws both parents and kids in to a story that I believe all ages can enjoy with its message even though it is aimed at those ages 3 to 7. I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions within this review are my own.