Candle Prayers for Kids by Claire Freedman

This is a lovely book for children. The cover is bright blue with a boy and girl jumping rope. I like the painting. The painting will relax a child who might feel afraid of prayer. He or she can relate prayer to playfulness and lightheartedness. It will help them know God is not an old, old, mean God up in Heaven  who likes for them to get scolded or get a spanking or a time-out.

Each prayer is a delight to read. The prayers are about broken toys, baby brothers, bad moods and daddies who work long hours. This is only a few of the prayer themes. There are so many types of prayers in this small book. Candle Prayers for Kids by Claire Freedman will help a child know that there is nothing wrong with their feelings. The book also helps a child to see that there is something positive to do with their negative feelings. They don't have to feel ashamed or guilty.

Candle Prayers for Kids also helps a child learn to praise God and say thank you God. This small book also is a way to teach a child about the wonders of nature. It makes a lovely gift on a holiday or just on an ordinary Tuesday or Thursday. Whenever it's given, the child will definitely be a happy camper, and his or her parents will feel happy too. This is a courtesy copy from Kregel.
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