Bold colorful illustrations and a simple but important story message ...
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Bold colorful full page illustrations and a simple but important story message make this a very charming book for young children. Hopefully Little Kiwi will have more adventures soon!
3647066
This entertaining and delightful children's storybook, based on the movie, is a step into reading program. The program offers 5 steps to reading success, each step includes fun stories, and colorful art. This book is designed to give every child a successful reading experience. The grade levels are only guides, and children can progress through the steps at their own speed.

This book is Reading With help, Step 2, created for Preschool-Grade 1. It offers basic vocabulary, short sentences, and simple stories. It is specifically designed for children who recognize familiar words, and sound out new words with help. The inside cover invites the young reader to write their name with help, paste a picture of themselves with help, and write the names of 3 favorite books with help. In addition, there are 2 pages of colorful stickers.

This adventure is about Anna's best friends, the large print of words is easy to read, and the story has rhyming verse, which children enjoy. The stunning, colorful illustrations bring the entertaining story to life. There are 24 fun-filled pages, symbolic of friendship and respect for others as the story highlights a love for nature, and animals as well.  I will be gifting this book for special occasions. Highly recommended to teachers, parents, and child-care providers!
1779145
This is a cute children's Easter story with a positive message. The illustrations are bright and colorful. Great for early readers or for parents to read to their little kids.
2851252
The message of this self-esteem building book is above my 2 years olds comprehension right now, but the illustrations of this confident pig's day include lots of colorful object for a young child to point out. And when I  noticed how hard it was for me to read the sentence, "I like my round  tummy" without editorializing, I realized it is a pretty important  message for mothers too.
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The boy who changed the world, by Andy Andrews, is an enjoyable picture book for the entire family. The message  is simple but very profound-- the unforeseen consequences that our actions and decisions have on ourselves and others.

The author shares with young readers the story of four boys; Norman, Henry, George, and Moses, whose lives would be entwined through their gift of caring. They grow up into adults that found ways to use their knowledge and caring nature for the benefit of many.

The storyline, its simple vocabulary,  and the vivid images would captive young readers and make them think about how a great idea, no matter how small, could be nourished to make a difference in the world. And how their actions could lead to  unforeseen consequences.

I highly recommend this book to parents and to those working with young readers who are looking for an easy to understand picture book with a powerful message.

Reviewed by the author of:&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/The-Window-To-My-Soul-My-Walk-With-Jesus/dp/0975393359/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">The Window To My Soul : My Walk With Jesus</a>

Member of  the Thomas Nelson Book Review Bloggers aka The BookSneeze. FTC Disclamer: A copy of this book was mailed to me by the publisher with a clear understanding, by all involved parties, that no positive review was expected. This is my opinion.
4279412
This short story eloquently shares a message that can resonate with both adults and children.
1357283
The story is very easy for young children to follow and understand. It carries with it a very good message.
2113530
This is a lovely story about lots of different things that change in life - water to ice, day to night etc. and some things that stay the same - a parent's love for their child.
The characters are penguins and the pictures are bold, very colourful, and nice and simple, just like the text.
Toddlers would enjoy this book and even babies would enjoy looking at the pictures. Pre-schoolers would enjoy reading it and like the overall message.
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The kind of book you can read aloud to a preschooler again and again. The sparse words and rich illustrations partner to convey a simple, but important message. For example, the first page says "A tree," but in the illustration you notice a tree AND a "for sale" sign next to it. The next page says, "a birds' nest" but the illustration reveals a family of birds singing joyously with little musical notes rising up from their nest. You might read this aloud to children, point to the picture, and say, "What do you notice?" There's lots of room for conversations. You can ask a child, "Do you think the author needs more words? Or does he say more with his pictures? How?" Children can walk away with this book in hand and easily retell the story as they "read" the book on their own. As an adult, my heart was warmed by the animals and young expecting couple and what happens in the book. Not a new message, but a message that we need to give voice to over and over again and a story that leads us there.
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The Dragon and the Turtle is a fun story about new friendships and adventure. Padraig, the dragon, is willing to help his new friend Roger, the turtle, find his way back home even if it means putting aside the hunger pangs in his tummy. Padraig demonstrates the meaning of true friendship.

The book concludes with a short Bible lesson including a scripture passage. Kids will even have the opportunity to learn how to make chocolate chip snappers (with included recipe) just like in the story.

The colorful illustrations are sure to capture the attention of kids while the simple, but cute story will keep them listening.

My daughter thought the story and illustrations were cute.  I felt that the moral of the story was good.  I liked how the book concluded with the Bible lesson to help younger readers see the Christ-like attitude Padraig exhibited in the story.

Disclosure: I received a copy of this book from Multnomah to help facilitate the writing of a frank and honest review. All opinions are my own.
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This is a story of life and how a simple little seed can grow to be productive and important. A tale of old that can be interpreted in many ways. It can mean a little thing can be important and make a difference in the lives of others. It can also mean that God is the Creator of all things big and small. It can also mean that we should nurture our plants to enable them to grow to enrich our lives. There may be other interpretations of this simple but sweet story.

The author told the story simply with clever illustrations for children to enjoy. I think the simplicity of the story will appeal to very young children and early readers.

I was given this book for an honest and unbiased review. I would recommend this lovely little book.
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This is a refreshing and brightly illustrated book that uplifts the spirits of both children and adults. The message is simple and positive. Large pictures, which were lovingly created before my own eyes by my daughter, will make the reader smile and reflect on how special it is for a Daddy and his little girl to share their simple every day tasks.
1957681
A simple, engaging text and beautiful, colorful illustrations tell the touching story of a girl who finds a way to help a homeless man--and discovers how she is, despite her worries to the contrary, very much her mother's daughter. As a bonus, the book teaches (in a very non-pedantic way) about Jewish culture, including "tzedakah"--the act of giving to someone in need without the expectation of recognition (as I just learned!). The ending will bring tears! A delightful picture book for all seasons, but perhaps especially the winter holidays.
3893410
This book has beautiful colors and illustrations that are simple. The message is good for adults, but would also be excellent for kids who are just starting to be curious about the spiritual world.  It has a very positive message.
247205
A great book with a simple but powerful message. The illustrations are lovely. The characters are identifiable for any child. Well written children's book!
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I really liked this book, it's very simple, cute, nicely illustrated but more than that I think it speaks a message of life outside the screen.

Every time I read this book to my 5 year old daughter I'm happy with the strong message she gets and how it affects her.
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Excellent life lesson story with superb illustrations!