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BY: Sherry Huang
Now that summer is coming to an end, autumn brings promises of last-minute camping trips and newly sharpened #2 pencils. In-between buying new clothes and school supplies, give your child a taste of books that will provide wisdom and inspiration during recess and after school.
 Dear GodIllus. Sophie Allsopp Little Simon Inspirations Age: 4-8 Fans of "The Jolly Postman" by Janet and Allan Ahlberg will adore this book of "little letter prayers for little people." Children will learn to praise God’s blessings through selected psalms and Christian prayers. Mini-envelopes filled with simple 'Dear God' prayers will captivate young readers, as will Allsopp’s gentle watercolor scenes in twilight colors. The last page includes a bigger envelope and note card for personal prayers.  Buy it |
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 Mr. & Mrs. God in Creation KitchenBy Nancy Wood; Illus. Timothy Basil Ering Candlewick Press Age: 4-8 In this deliciously inventive book, creation is given an unusual twist. As they rummage through the ingredients in their kitchen, Mr. and Mrs. God delightfully stir, mold, and bake magnificent creatures to populate Earth. Ering, who illustrated Kate DiCamillo’s award-winning "The Tale of Despereaux," pairs the tale with charming, quirky drawings awash in blue-gray tones. Children will enjoy this well-seasoned and well-baked masterpiece. Buy it |
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 Little Stone BuddhaBy K.T. Hao; Illus. Giuliano Ferri Purple Bear Books Age: 4-8 One day, a stonemason carves a statue out of a large rock from Nine Tall Mountains. Thus is born Little Stone Buddha, who enters the world with a “long oooommmm.” When Little Stone Buddha rescues a fox from hunters, he earns faithful guardians and unwavering devotion. Children will love this simple story filled with lessons of gratitude, friendship, and loyalty and enjoy Ferri’s playful, autumn-colored drawings. Buy it |
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 A World of PrayersSelected by Jeremy Brooks; Illus. Elena Gomez Eerdmans Books for Young Readers Age: 4-8 Guide children of all ages through this lush book of prayers from many cultures. From a Native American prayer on tolerance to a funny Scottish mealtime prayer (“Doon head, / Up paws, / Thank God / We’ve jaws.”), children will discover the ease and fun of talking to God. Gomez’s vibrant palette is a Technicolor daydream—a big green bed transforms into a meadow of red tulips while a boy's blue trousers transform into long waves. Buy it |
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 Grace for an Island MealBy Rachel Field; Illus. by Cynthia Jabar Farrar, Straus and Giroux Age: 4-8 Even though summer may be over, you can still bring this delightful book on family vacations. Using couplets, Field helps young readers discover unique treasures on an island: chanterelle mushrooms, bright berries, a picnic by the shore. Teach children how to appreciate the everyday joys in life and help them find nature’s blessings on the next vacation. Buy it |
Continued on page 2: 'The Coconut Monk' by Thich Nhat Hanh »
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