This is simply a goregous book! A precious and beautifully told Easter story that will have meaning all year round. It is a children's book that has depth to it so that adults will gain meaning from it as well as the child. The stories that lead up to the death and ressurection of Jesus are told in gentle, loving language. The author, Glenys Nellist, captures the emotions of each segment of the last days of Jesus' life in way that will reach young children's hearts. The story of the crucifixion dwells on Jesus love not on the suffering. It is told in a way that is not frightening to young children. Vivid word pictures combined with the absolutely magnificent illustrations in this book make a perfect presentation. I especially enjoyed the section on Jesus in Gethsemane and on the cross. Jesus felt alone but the author uses scripture references and the "letter from God" to help the children understand that we are never alone. We may feel alone but God has promised to never leave us. The flap "letters from God" add a special touch. Children will anticipate lifting the flap and discovering what message God has for them. Each letter matches the story on the previous page to personalize the Bible story to present day child appropriate themes.
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