Look!: A Child's Guide to Advent and Christmas -- Part of the Circle of Wonder Series
| AUTHOR | Alary, Laura; Boyajian, Ann |
| PUBLISHER | Paraclete Press (MA) (10/10/2017) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Paperback (Paperback) |
Description
Look! A Child's Guide to Advent and Christmas presents Advent as special time for waiting and watching--paying attention--to the ways God comes to us. This treasured book reassures children of the presence of God in all times and places and invites them to become part of the holy work of making Christ present in the world. Told from the point of a view of a child, the story weaves together familiar Advent traditions like the Jesse tree and the Advent wreath, Biblical stories and characters, and reflections on what these stories call us to do and be. With thoughtful and thought-provoking text, and beautiful and diverse illustrations, Look! provides an opportunity to explore the coming of Jesus with practical and fresh perspectives, inspiring children to ask questions and experience this special season in a brand-new way. Laura Alary writes in the warm, thoughtful style that has made her books so popular with families who want to encourage their children to think deeply and engage their spiritual imaginations, Look! is the first book in the "Circle of Wonder: Liturgical Year Resource Set." (Click HERE for free downloadable resources) Other titles in the Circle of Wonder series include:
Make Room: A Child's Guide to Lent and Easter
Rise: A Child's Guide to Eastertide
Breathe: A Child's Guide to Ascension, Pentecost, and the Growing Time
Make Room: A Child's Guide to Lent and Easter
Rise: A Child's Guide to Eastertide
Breathe: A Child's Guide to Ascension, Pentecost, and the Growing Time
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Product Format
Product Details
ISBN-13:
9781612618661
ISBN-10:
1612618669
Binding:
Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
32
Carton Quantity:
120
Product Dimensions:
8.30 x 0.20 x 10.70 inches
Weight:
0.35 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Price on Product,
Illustrated
Country of Origin:
US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Religion | Holidays - Christmas & Advent
Religion | Christian Education - Children & Youth
Religion | Christian Living - Family & Relationships
Grade Level:
Preschool
- 5th Grade
Dewey Decimal:
263.91
Library of Congress Control Number:
2017034862
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Look! A Child's Guide to Advent and Christmas presents Advent as special time for waiting and watching--paying attention--to the ways God comes to us. This treasured book reassures children of the presence of God in all times and places and invites them to become part of the holy work of making Christ present in the world. Told from the point of a view of a child, the story weaves together familiar Advent traditions like the Jesse tree and the Advent wreath, Biblical stories and characters, and reflections on what these stories call us to do and be. With thoughtful and thought-provoking text, and beautiful and diverse illustrations, Look! provides an opportunity to explore the coming of Jesus with practical and fresh perspectives, inspiring children to ask questions and experience this special season in a brand-new way. Laura Alary writes in the warm, thoughtful style that has made her books so popular with families who want to encourage their children to think deeply and engage their spiritual imaginations, Look! is the first book in the "Circle of Wonder: Liturgical Year Resource Set." (Click HERE for free downloadable resources) Other titles in the Circle of Wonder series include:
Make Room: A Child's Guide to Lent and Easter
Rise: A Child's Guide to Eastertide
Breathe: A Child's Guide to Ascension, Pentecost, and the Growing Time
Make Room: A Child's Guide to Lent and Easter
Rise: A Child's Guide to Eastertide
Breathe: A Child's Guide to Ascension, Pentecost, and the Growing Time
Show More
Author:
Alary, Laura
Laura Alary earned her Ph.D in New Testament at the University of St. Michael's College in Toronto, and her M.Div. at Knox College, Univeristy of Toronto. She lives in Toronto with her children Iain, Maggie, and Miriam, and her husband, Hugh Donnelly. Laura has written many titles including Is That Story True?; Victor's Pink Pyjamas; and Jesse's Surprise Gift.
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Illustrator:
Boyajian, Ann
Ann Boyajian's experience includes work as a rock and roll musician, greeting card artist, teacher, and graphic designer. She currently lives in the Boston Area and works as a freelance illustrator.
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