There is a lovely series of books young girls are sure to become huge fans of . . . the Princess Parables by Jeanna Young and Jacqueline Johnson. In these stories, girls are introduced to five sisters - Joy, Grace, Faith, Hope and Charity, the daughters of the king. In the stories about these sisters, readers also learn some of Jesus' parables. In the story, Princess Charity's Courageous Heart, along with learning about how Princess Charity showed courage and cared for a boy in need, readers will also learn about Jesus' parable of the Good Samaritan.Princess Charity's Courageous Heart
Authors - Jeanna Young & Jacqueline Johnson
Illustrator - Omar Aranda
Favorite Features -
- stories will engage little girls and introduce them to Jesus' parables
- beautiful, colorful illustrations
- Parable Thoughts at the end of the book share's the meaning of the princess' name and talks about character, the Bible lesson and provides the reference for where parents will find the Bible lesson.
- strong message about being courageous enough to show love to others and to do the right thing
This story about Princess Charity is one which children, particularly young girls are sure to enjoy! It also will help children - and adults - understand what "Charity-in-action" is and challenge them to be people who show this kind of charity to others.
I'm happy to say, not only did Zonderkidz send me one copy of this book to review, but they also made another available for me to give away (in the USA only)! If you have followed About the Children's Department with "google friend connect" and or by "follow ATCD by email" then you are entered in the drawing for this book, which will be on July 27, 2012. In addition, if you "share" this post, you'll receive an additional entry (please comment to let me know when you share so I can give you your additional entry). Thank you for reading About the Children's Department and thank you for sharing it with the people you know!
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