Song of the Stars

“Song of the Stars” is a beautifully written Christmas story by Sally Lloyd-Jones, a well-know author of children’s books.  The illustrations are as beautiful and inspirational as the story.

From the fish in the sea, the birds in the air, the animals, to the plant life, all of creation was joyously heralding the coming of Christ Jesus.  There was music from the crashing waves and whispering praise from the leaves of the trees.  All the animals sang songs of worship and adoration while keeping watch for the Savior, and then spreading word of His arrival.  The whole world and every created thing were in awe and praise of the newborn King.  Reading this story gave me an unexpected sense of wonderment, joy, and thankfulness that I had not expected to experience.

Although written for children, this little board book is a gem for all ages as a reminder of how we are to worship the Savior and look with great expectation for His return.  If you don't have any little ones in your home, just read it for yourself and experience the magic!

Blessings, Annie

In exchange for my review, the publisher has provided me with a complimentary copy of this book through BookLook Bloggers.

When I Was a New Mama . . .

Boy, does this bring back memories!  Being a book lover, I began to read to my son when he was only months old, and then carried on with my granddaughters as they were born.  This story is exactly the kind that I liked to share with them.

“God Gave Us You,” is a very sweet little board book written by Lisa Tawn Bergren and beautifully illustrated.  It is about a Papa and Mama polar bear and their Little Cub.  One night as Mama was tucking Little Cub into bed, she asked, “Mama, where did I come from?”  There follows a delightful and loving conversation where Mama answers questions from Little Cub and explains that Little Cub was a truly treasured gift from God.  Papa and Mama were so excited and even the angels in heaven were celebrating because Little Cub was growing inside Mama.  As Mama’s tummy got bigger and bigger, Papa talked to Little Cub and sang to her because he wanted Little Cub to be born knowing his voice.  They prayed every night to God that Little Club would have straight bones and a strong heart, but most of all that someday Little Club would love God.  Mama continued with the story and when she came to the end, Little Cub went happily to sleep because she knew that God had given her to parents who wanted her and loved her very much.  The story is so touching that I believe if you read it to your child, he or she will truly feel like a gift from the Lord.

I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review and really enjoyed it.