Monday, October 17, 2011

"Heaven is for Real for Kids"

Title: "Heaven is for Real for Kids" as told by Colton Burpo to his parents Todd & Sonja Burpo
This book is the experience of a 4y/o little boy who was ill in the hospital, visited parents, then returned to his parents.  The narrative is written in the first person, in the voice of Colton describing what (or who!) he sees.  With every page of narrative, is the corresponding Scripture that supports Colton's experience.  This book is also beautifully illustrated by Wilson Ong, BUT I would be careful to disclose to everyone that the illustrations are purely the opinions of Wilson Ong and are unlikely to be accurate since 1) we cannot imagine or comprehend how amazing heaven will really be, and 2) I really don't think angels and Jesus look the way they are illustrated in the book, but I guess they had to put something - plus they had to make it kid friendly!  Otherwise I have no complaints.

As soon as I received the book, I immediately read it to my 2 little boys.  My older son said "again!" as soon as I finished reading it the first time.  It's nice because the book holds his interest and tells him about heaven in a concise, easy to understand, kid friendly way.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookSneeze®.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

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