Stomp, Soar, Dino Roar

Terri the Triceratops has been navigating his world amidst all of the sounds that he hears in the book Stomp, Soar, Dino Roar. Crack, rustle, scratch, cheep! There are crawling creatures, shaking trees, sputtering volcanoes, and stormy seas. The world is filled with so many sounds. 

When Terri makes a sound, what does she sound like? 

The dinosaurs all have their own unique sounds. 

The noise they make is sometimes not audible. 

BONK! There are some dinosaurs who like to play rough. 

Tyrannosaurus is HUNGRY and is letting everyone know with a loud and boisterous ROAR! Terri is a bit scared, but he may have found his voice. 

MEEP! Terri has found his voice. As Tyrannosaurus has spotted him, he is a bit scared! He certainly doesn't want to be his meal! 

A cute book that children are sure to love is Stomp, Soar, Dino Roar! Throughout the book, children will enjoy following Terri as he navigates his world and hears the many sounds that surround him. Colorful and engaging illustrations make the book stand out. Children will love the book because it combines an exciting adventure with fun sounds to mimic. The vibrant illustrations and relatable character of Terri the Triceratops will capture their imaginations. Additionally, the book's playful exploration of the prehistoric world provides both entertainment and educational value.

 

ESV Devotional Journal, Fruit Of The Spirit: Box Set

Galatians 5:22 says: "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control: against such things there is no law." There is a devotional journal for each of the nine fruits of the Spirit compiled by Kristen Wetherell. Journals include twelve Bible passages, a contemplation, insights, summary, and a prayer. Journals and scripture are based on the ESV Bible. The ESV Devotional Journal, Fruit Of The Spirit: Box Set  is available at Crossway. 

Wetherell wants users to remember what Romans 8:26 reminds us: "The Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words." The God of all grace is for you, desiring to grow you into his likeness. His Son, Jesus, is at work interceding for you right now through the power of his Holy Spirit. What a blessing and a privilege! says Wetherall.  

In studying, keep these three things in mind. 

1. Proceed Prayerfully
2. Proceed Personally
3. Proceed Proactively 

Lulie Wallace is the designer behind each cover. There are many publications that have featured Wallace's work, including Southern Living, Real Simple, Coastal Living, and Better Homes and Gardens. She works in a variety of media, from fine art to textiles. Stunning designs adorn each of the nine books, giving the set a special and unique feel. The books are stitched together using coordinating threads. 

Materials used in the journals are of high quality. There is a slight cloth-like feel to the covers, even though they are paper back. A thick, opaque, cream-colored paper was used. Each section contains plenty of space for answering questions and adding your own thoughts.

A set like this would make the perfect gift for your daughters, mothers, wives, and friends. This would make a wonderful gift for the upcoming holidays. Your loved ones will appreciate the thoughtfulness and aesthetic quality of such a gift.

Example of a passage from Fruit Of The Spirit Love  Psalm 36: 5-12

1. Contemplation: Write out words or phrases from the passage that stand out to you. This will help you slow down and focus on the meaning of each word. 
2. Insights: As you reread the passage, consider what it says about who God is and what it looks like to live a life of faith and obedience to him. Note any questions you have and write down answers you find in trusted study resources.
3. Summary: In one to three sentences, summarize the main point of this passage. 
4. Prayer: Pour your heart out to the Lord, seeking the guidance of the Holy Spirit as you praise him, confess to him, listen to him, and trust in him. 

Wetherell has created an excellent study tool that guides users through the nine characteristics of a believer. What an honor it is to study God's Word. According to Wetherell, the whole purpose of this journal set and of scripture is to help us grow in our knowledge and love of Jesus. Check out the ESV Devotional Journal, Fruit Of The Spirit: Box Set  at Crossway. 

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Silent Night

 

The book Silent Night by Lara Hawthorne is a beautifully illustrated book containing one of Christianity's most beloved Christmas songs, "Silent Night! Holy Night!" by Joseph Mohr. The illustrations alone convey this miraculous birth story. There is a lot of detail in the illustrations, and they are bright and colorful. A fascinating account of how the story of "Silent Night" came to be written in 1818 is included at the end of the book. It will be fun for children to find the mouse in the storybook. The complete Christmas carol is written at the back of the book.

Head Full Of Clouds

 

A Head Full of Clouds by Joanne Schwartz is a whimsical story about a young girl and her incredible park adventures. Follow along as she experiences...

Puddles everywhere that look like miniature oceans.

Birds come to the bird feeder, pecking, pecking, pecking.

Hopping over the sidewalk lines.

Seeing pigeons sitting perched in a row atop a building rooftop.

Listening to the park sounds.

The joy of watching a child play with his dog.

Giggles rise like bubbles inside you as you cartwheel down the hill.

A row of ants march back and forth.

The best part is having your friend meet you in the park.

The book's illustrations are the perfect complement to the story. They are colorful and bright. As you read the story, you feel happy and wish you were in a park experiencing all the excitement yourself.

Springtime Storks: A Migration Love Story

 

Carol Joy Munro's Springtime Storks: A Migration Love Story tells the story of two storks, Luka and Katerina, who are flying with a flock of storks when Katerina is struck by a bullet. She falls from the sky to the ground. A grandfather and a child run towards the stork. The bullet wasn't meant to hit the stork, but rather another bird in the air. Katerina is carried into their home and treated for her injuries. In the middle of the night, Luka and the other storks gazed into the window to see if Katerina was alright. She cannot continue on with the migration with the rest of the birds and remains in human care. She is well taken care of by them. As spring approaches, they help her build a nest atop their house. In hopes that Luka will come back and find her, Katerina sits in a nest. She spies a stork in the distance one day and it turns out to be Luka. That season, Katerina gives birth to five baby storks. Although she is too injured to join Luka and the rest of the storks on their migration, Luka always returns for her every year.

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History of the World: From the Stone Age to the Tech Revolution

 

Anyone interested in the major highlights of world's history from 8000BC to the present will enjoy reading History of the World: From the Stone Age to the Tech Revolution. This book is like walking through a museum of history and viewing paintings, artifacts, and statues of history throughout time, except your feet won't get tired. More than 500 illustrations and photographs of objects, artworks, and primary documents are included in this book. After reading this book, you will have a more thorough understanding of history in an easy-to-follow sequential timeline format.

A Bit of Earth: A Year In The Garden With God

Andrea G. Burke's A Bit Of Earth is an absolute gem. In fact, I loved the book so much that I purchased a copy on Amazon. Although I am not a gardener, the words within the pages of this book spoke to me on a very personal level and I knew I needed a physical copy to take notes in and highlight. It is divided into four seasons: winter, spring, summer, and autumn. Seasons speak not only to what grows within the garden, but also to what is gradually coming to an end. God's goodness is evident at all times, even in the midst of heartbreak. Throughout the book, Burke shares many personal stories to illustrate God's goodness, faithfulness, and steadfastness. All of this is woven into the seasons and gardening. Burke's writings reveal her passion for outdoor living and gardening and a great deal of knowledge about the subject. My original intention was to use this book as a devotional, but I found myself reading it all the way through. I plan to read it again slowly and meditate more on the prayers and scriptures throughout. I encourage anyone to get this book and spend a year in the garden with God.   

 

The Remarkables

 

In The Remarkables: The Most Incredible Children I've Met - So Far!, the author shares all of the incredible children she has met while traveling. Every child is unique and remarkable. In this book, the author learns about each of the unique children's quirks, superpowers, challenges, and everything else that makes them special and unique. The HAIRY child has so much hair that she does not need clothes. It is important for the SPRINGY child to hold on tight to his chair. If he lets go, he will launch into the air like a rocket. A SCRIBBLY child has knotty hair, hands that love to create, and lots of wacky ideas. The CLOUD child always has her head in the air, wandering thoughts, and a shape-shifting body. A ROOTED child has very close bonds to his parents and always feels safe when they are nearby. A CRYSTAL child is delicate, fragile, and frail. Because I am transparent, you can read what I am thinking. My parents are very careful with me. In every way, the FOLDAWAY child is practical. You can fold me into a perfect bundle with the instructions I come with. You will meet many children during your journey through The Remarkables.

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