Revelation Worship the Lamb by Sarah K. Howley

 

Genre:  Bible Study Guide, Christian

Source: I won a copy from LibraryThing. The opinions expressed here are my own

Revelation Worship the Lamb by Sarah K. Howley

The idea of a study guide that made the connections between Old Testament scripture and the New Testament Revelations never occurred to me until I won a copy of this book from LibraryThing.

This is different from a lot of study guides I have read in the past. The reading opens with introductory questions. The reader is then given the scripture reading. This is followed by questions about the reading. Next is a small writing activity, links to Old Testament scripture. Finally there is the application phase. It is the opportunity to apply the lessons to your life through questions. 

For me it sent me back to my teen years in a small church in Indiana. The average attendance was 32. My sisters and occasionally a cousin or two made up the 3-5 children in attendance. When the preaching was over my head, I would turn to Revelations and read. For me it always fascinated me because of the imagery. I didn’t understand much of it but it kept me fascinated for year. To come across this book later in my life made things come full circle.  I can’t wait to tell my friends about this must read study guide.

I Need Space by Molly Harris, Illustrated by Jon Corby

Genre: Children's Picture Book
Source: I received a copy from the publisher. The opinions expressed here are my own.

I received an advanced copy from the publisher. The opinions expressed here are my own.

Rocco is a rocket that loves playing in space. But, sometimes he finds others don't respect his space. They don't share, they take away his toys without asking, they play too rough.  All of these are things that children must deal with. Knowing how to deal with the emotions associated with these actions is important. Through this picture book children learn ways they can deal with those emotions.  I loved this book because I thought about how I handle situation. Like Rocco, I sometimes need space between me and the things creating those frustrating emotions.  An awesome and relatable way to help kids (and adults).

This book goes on sale October 27th.  Don't miss it.

Truth or Poop? Amazing Animals by James Warwood

 

Genre:  Children, Informational

Source: I received a copy from BookBub. The opinion expressed here are my own.

Absolutely amazing book. I read this one with my husband and he got most of them correct. So what did I like about this book?  First guessing what I might already know about the animal. Secondly was learning more about them. I love learning. Third were the humorous drawing the author made in the book.  I highly recommend this not only to be read with children, but tobe read by and with other adults. The book is set up so you are asked a question a page between allows you to guess whether it is truth or poop and then the answer and explanation is given.  I understand that for the younger child any use of the word poop will bringn them into this book automatically. I say, "Whatever it takes to get a child to read."  This is an awesome book for everyone, no matter their age.