“So Jacob was left alone, and a man wrestled with him till daybreak. Genesis 32:24” “Left alone!” These words can mean different things to different people. For some, they mean feeling lonely and sad, while for others, they mean having a chance to rest and find peace. If we were left alone without God, it […]
REVIEW: MOMMY, MOMMY, WHERE IS THE MOON? BY SERENE CHIA
BOOK: MOMMY, MOMMY, WHERE IS THE MOON? AUTHOR: SERENE CHIA ILLUSTRATOR: SINEM KILIC RABITO PUBLISHER: N\A PAGES: 34 AGE RECOMMENDED: 3+ This charming bedtime story depicts a conversation between a mother and daughter about the moon. Kaitlyn is fascinated by a bright object in the sky and asks her mother what it is. As they […]
Why Choose Graphic Novels for Kids?
Recently, Nathan expressed a reluctance to continue reading picture books, which made me worry. However, my friend Ananya introduced us to graphic novels, and Nathan loved them! Based on my observations, here are some things I learned about graphic novels and their benefits. Graphic novels are stories that combine text and illustrations in a comic […]
HOW TO KNOW GOD’S WILL?
When we seek to know God’s will, three things must come together: our inner urge or desire, the word of God, and the trend of circumstances. John 6:38 says For I have come down from heaven, not to do My own will, but the will of Him who sent Me. The inner urge or desire […]
Picture Books That Celebrate Imagination And Creativity
As parents and educators, it is our responsibility to nurture the growth of a child’s creativity and imagination. Although it may seem silly at times when a child talks about their imaginary characters, these thoughts are essential tools in building their confidence to become more creative. One effective way to cultivate creativity is by introducing […]
REVIEW: Kadai Veedhi Kalakalakkum/கடை வீதி கலகலக்கும்
BOOK: KADAI VEEDHI KALAKALALLUM/கடை வீதி கலகலக்கும் AUTHOR: RAMYA SETHURAM ILLUSTRATOR: BHAVYA DESAI PUBLISHER: AGAN ADHIGARAM PAGES: 22 AGE RECOMMENDED: 4+ My favourite author and publisher have released their third book, and I have the privilege of reviewing it again. This is about a new book called “Kadai Veedhi Kalakalakkum” (கடை வீதி கலகலக்கும்), which tells the […]
REVIEW: The Stained Envelope By Aurelie Lien
BOOK: THE STAINED ENVELOPE AUTHOR: AURELIE LIEN ILLUSTRATOR: RUSSELL GUNNING PUBLISHER: INDEPENDENT PUBLISHING PAGES: 41 AGE RECOMMENDED: 5+ “The Stained Envelope” is a heartwarming story about Flekk, a plain envelope from Lillehammer, Norway. Flekk was delighted when he was chosen to deliver a letter and embark on a new adventure. However, his excitement quickly turned […]
Things for which I am grateful
While I was doing the mundane task of ironing my clothes, the song “Nanmigal” by Timothy Sharon was playing in the background. This song stirred something in me, and I realized that God wanted me to write about Thanksgiving to finish the year. This year began with trials and tribulations that I had never experienced […]
REVIEW: Baggage By Laurel Lorenzini
BOOK: BAGGAGE AUTHOR: LAUREL LORENZINI ILLUSTRATOR: AMANDA LETCHER PUBLISHER: TWO FLOWER PRESS PAGES: 32 AGE RECOMMENDED: 5+ The story Baggage is about a child named Micha who always carries a wagon filled with bags labelled with emotions like fear or sadness. Despite being surrounded by kind people who invite Micha to play, sing, and have […]
Rooted in Christ
The root is an essential part of a plant or tree, The strong roots of the tree are the foundation and allow the tree to grow tall and strong. The tree sucks up the nutrients through its roots. Apostle Paul gives the same analogy in Colossians 2:7 “rooted and built up in him, strengthened in […]