I have three boxes of Lego-style building blocks in my preschool class. The 4-year-olds I teach love to snap the pieces together creating a world of possibilities. I have the joy of watching their eyes glisten with excitement and confidence as they rush to show me their new creations. My preschoolers build houses, bridges, and robots from these plastic snap-together blocks. Using these popular toys as a theme for this book is one reason why I was delighted when I received my copy of the new Brick Builders Illustrated Bible, published by ZonderKidz (a trademark of Zondervan). Anthony Evans created the illustrations using images of brick-buildingRead More →

Adored: 365 Devotions for Young Women: Book review

Adored is a new devotional written by Lindsay A. Franklin and published by Zondervan. This devotional is designed to speak to the hearts of young women. Its message underscores God’s adoration for and desire to walk with women through the pressures and uncertainties of everyday life. Lindsay captures the struggles facing young women today with great empathy and understanding. Each day shares a scripture with a relevant struggle and teaching that assures the reader she doesn’t struggle alone. Others have faced the same pressures and God is with her to help her overcome. This devotion is a great blend of inspiration, assuring love and soundRead More →