Book Publication: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers ; Hardcover edition (October 5, 2021) Reading Level: Pre-K- Grade 3 (Ages 4-8) Book Summary: When a little owl's home is suddenly upended and she is migrated with her tree home to the heart of the city, she begins to wonder what Christmas means. A friendly and compassionate … Continue reading The Christmas Owl (Ellen Kalish, Gideon Sterer & Ramona Kaulitzki)
SENBAZURU (Michael James Wong)
"Do not rush to make your way to the end, as there is nothing gained by arriving so quickly."Michael James Wong, "SENBAZURU: One Thousand Steps to Happiness, Fold by Fold" Book Publication: Book Publication: Chronicle Prism (October 19, 2021) Book Summary: This unique book is inspired by the Japanese origami art of folding paper cranes, … Continue reading SENBAZURU (Michael James Wong)
Until Unity (Francis Chan)
Our divisions usually aren't caused by a difference in theology but a lack of relationship. our problem is not our difference of opinion or interpretation; it's the shallowness of our love." — Francis Chan, Until Unity Book Publication:David C Cook (April 1, 2021) Book Summary:Chan charge to readers is that maintaining the unity of believers … Continue reading Until Unity (Francis Chan)
Spiritual Direction: Wisdom for the Long Walk of Faith (Henri Nouwen)
“Prayer, therefore, is not introspection. It does not look inward but outward.” — Henri Nouwen, Spiritual Direction Book Publication: Original Publication: Harper Collins (May 15, 2006) Copy owned: HarperOne (March 10, 2015) - edited by Michael J. Christensen and Rebecca J. Laird Book Summary: This books seeks to answer and guide readers through some of … Continue reading Spiritual Direction: Wisdom for the Long Walk of Faith (Henri Nouwen)
The Most Perfect Snowman (Chris Britt)
Book Publication: Balzer + Bray; Hardcover edition (October 11, 2016) Reading Level: Pre-K- Grade 3 (Ages 4-8) Book Summary: A lonely snowman named Drift was initially created with minimal effort, with only two stick arms and a few coals that made up his mouth and eyes. His greatest hope is to become a "perfect" snowman … Continue reading The Most Perfect Snowman (Chris Britt)
The Knowledge of the Holy (A.W. Tozer)
“Let her love God as He is in Himself, and not as her imagination says He is, and pictures Him.” — A.W. Tozer, The Knowledge of the Holy Book Publication: Original Publication: Harper & Row (1961) Copy owned: HarperOne (October 6, 1978) Book Summary: The premise of this book is that one must "think rightly … Continue reading The Knowledge of the Holy (A.W. Tozer)
Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site (Sherri Duskey Rinker & Tom Lichtenheld)
Book Publication: Chronicle Books; Illustrated hard cover edition (May 4, 2011) Reading Level: Pre-K- Grade 2 (Ages 1-6) Book Summary: Following the story of five delightful construction vehicles—crane truck, cement mixer, bulldozer, dump truck, excavator— this book is a captivating and sweet bedtime story. Readers walk through each vehicle's unique experience during their long, hard … Continue reading Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site (Sherri Duskey Rinker & Tom Lichtenheld)
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse (Charlie Mackesy)
"Asking for help isn't giving up, it's refusing to give up."Charlie Mackesy, "The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse" Book Publication: Ebury Press (September 5, 2019) Book Summary: A heartwarming graphic novel with beautiful sketched illustrations, this book tells the story of a young, inquisitive boy meandering through life with his animal friends. … Continue reading The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse (Charlie Mackesy)
None Like Him (Jen Wilkin)
“We were created to need both God and others. We deny this to our peril. We are not needy because of sin; we are needy by divine design.” — Jen Wilkin, None Like Him Book Publication: Crossway (April 30, 2016) Book Summary: "None Like Him" is about 10 character traits of God—infinite, incomprehensible, self-existent, self-sufficient, … Continue reading None Like Him (Jen Wilkin)
Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982 (Cho Nam-Joo)
“Just as putting the care of your child in another’s hands doesn’t mean you don’t love your child, quitting and looking after your child doesn’t mean you have no passion for your career.”― Cho Nam-Joo, "Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982" Book Publication: Minumsa Co., Ltd. ; Original Korean edition (October 14, 2016) Simon and … Continue reading Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982 (Cho Nam-Joo)
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