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Roar Like a Lion: 90 Devotions to a Courageous Faith
Kids are wrestling with tough issues these days—peer pressure, purpose, unexpected change or loss, and wondering where their faith fits in with it all. Roar Like a Lion encourages your kids to "run toward the roar" as they face their fears, knowing that God is with them every step of the way. Pastor and bestselling author Levi Lusko is known for making tough topics accessible while drawing his readers toward a richer spiritual life. In his first children's devotional for ages 6 to 10, Levi tackles real issues our kids face with a lighthearted and approachable tone. Kids are equipped to approach both fun moments and tough times with their hearts set on God's faithfulness with the help of fascinating stories and facts, eye-catching art, Bible verses, prayers, and simple action steps. This 90-day devotional covers highly relevant topics such As a parent and pastor, Levi is able to address real-life situations with compassion, grace, and biblical authenticity. Roar Like a Lion is a great way to spark discussion with your kids on meaningful topics and get them in the habit of reading a biblically-based devotional. Offering practical approaches to faith in everyday life, Roar Like a Lion will inspire your kids to nurture their personal faith in a God strong enough to protect and guide them as they run toward the roar during the challenges in their lives.
192 pages, Hardcover
First published September 14, 2021
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Levi Lusko
49 books476 followersLevi Lusko is the founder and lead pastor of Fresh Life Church, located in Montana, Wyoming, Oregon, and Utah and everywhere online. He is the bestselling author of Through the Eyes of a Lion, Swipe Right, I Declare War, Take Back Your Life, Roar Like a Lion, and The Last Supper on the Moon. Levi also travels the world speaking about Jesus. He and his wife, Jennie, have one son, Lennox, and four daughters: Alivia, Daisy, Clover, and Lenya, who is in heaven.
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December 11, 2021
I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.
Roar Like a Lion is an amazing devotional (non-fiction) book for children to help them work through the stresses and strains they face as children in todays world.
The writing style is very encouraging and engaging towards children and I found the biblical aspects used with examples linked to todays living, very true of today's life experiences, living and day to day life for children.
I wish I had had a book like this as a child!
Although the book is produced as one devotional a day, more can be done at once if you wished to do so and could be worked back on too.
I love the cover if this book and found the book helpful and supportive for children.
Roar Like a Lion is an amazing devotional (non-fiction) book for children to help them work through the stresses and strains they face as children in todays world.
The writing style is very encouraging and engaging towards children and I found the biblical aspects used with examples linked to todays living, very true of today's life experiences, living and day to day life for children.
I wish I had had a book like this as a child!
Although the book is produced as one devotional a day, more can be done at once if you wished to do so and could be worked back on too.
I love the cover if this book and found the book helpful and supportive for children.
September 14, 2021
In today's world of uncertainties and an emotional atmosphere rife with strife and a world where Covid constraints and fears prevent much in the opportunity for families to gain strong fellowship with other Christians and benefit from good, faithful Biblical instruction, we are in sore need of good books that lead and guide us in our walk with God.
Road Like A Lion can be used in family devotionals or by a kid for his own quite-time or personal devotions. The book encourages kids in their walk with God. Encourages them how to be a light in the world. How to overcome the fear of witnessing to others and of showing kindness to others.
Well written in a style that is good for listening when read aloud or for the older child to read to themselves. Very understandable. Very relatable. And a good "did you know" side bar for each day's devotional.
With 90 of these timely devotionals, you'll get 3 months of quality spiritual education. Published by Tommy Nelson an Imprint of Thomas Nelson Publishing, this Christian book of devotions and prayers will have a positive spiritual impact on your family.
DISCLOSURE: I received a complimentary copy to facilitate a review. Opinions are mine, alone and are freely given.
Road Like A Lion can be used in family devotionals or by a kid for his own quite-time or personal devotions. The book encourages kids in their walk with God. Encourages them how to be a light in the world. How to overcome the fear of witnessing to others and of showing kindness to others.
Well written in a style that is good for listening when read aloud or for the older child to read to themselves. Very understandable. Very relatable. And a good "did you know" side bar for each day's devotional.
With 90 of these timely devotionals, you'll get 3 months of quality spiritual education. Published by Tommy Nelson an Imprint of Thomas Nelson Publishing, this Christian book of devotions and prayers will have a positive spiritual impact on your family.
DISCLOSURE: I received a complimentary copy to facilitate a review. Opinions are mine, alone and are freely given.
September 20, 2021
While I often make a point to intersperse nonfiction in with my fiction readings (since I gravitate much more strongly towards fiction), in this case, I found myself skipping the fiction to read just one (or three) more of the devotional sections.
The writing is truly engaging, for children and adults alike. Although the devotional is clearly geared towards kids (it’s not written as a “family” devotion), with emphasis on childhood experiences, the messages are just as applicable to adults.
The devotionals are at once fresh and relevant and timeless, bringing biblical truths to light by using examples that make sense, today. This certainly contextualizes the Scriptures for readers of all ages.
I didn’t read many devotionals as a child, but this is one that I would have enjoyed. My biggest concern is readers’ ability to limit themselves to just one devotion a day. In all seriousness, this is absolutely a book I’d recommend, even for adults who are willing to read with a childlike perspective.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion
The writing is truly engaging, for children and adults alike. Although the devotional is clearly geared towards kids (it’s not written as a “family” devotion), with emphasis on childhood experiences, the messages are just as applicable to adults.
The devotionals are at once fresh and relevant and timeless, bringing biblical truths to light by using examples that make sense, today. This certainly contextualizes the Scriptures for readers of all ages.
I didn’t read many devotionals as a child, but this is one that I would have enjoyed. My biggest concern is readers’ ability to limit themselves to just one devotion a day. In all seriousness, this is absolutely a book I’d recommend, even for adults who are willing to read with a childlike perspective.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion
September 20, 2021
Sometimes growing up is both hard and scary. Roar Like a Lion by Levi Lusko with Tama Fortner is a book of 90 devotional to help kids feel more courageous in the faith as they live in this world today.
Roar Like a Lion is written for kids ages 6 to 10 years old. Lusko talks about lions in the introduction and I learned quite a bit about lions in this short space. He also tells us that he wrote this book in honor of his daughter, Lenya, who passed away. At the end of the introduction, he tells readers that there are twenty anchors hidden throughout the book and invites kids to find them all. He writes one devotion called, The Anchor, in which he explains why anchors are an important symbol to him in his Christian faith.
Each of the 90 devotionals starts with a Bible verse, includes a Christian reading to relate to verse to what kids may be facing. Some readings include a Did you know? section with some real life history to learn, while others include a small section called, Get Ready to Roar, where kids can think about how they can apply the reading in real life today. Each devotional has bright and beautiful illustrations from Catherine Pearson.
Roar Like a Lion would appeal to both both and girls. The bright illustrations are inviting and also do reflect the reading they are illustrating. The writing style is great for the age group and I would think that kids would learn and reflect through each reading. Searching for the twenty anchors throughout the book is a fun added bonus and their is a page with the answers if a reader really can't find one.
I received a copy of this book through JustRead Tours from the author/publisher. All opinions within this review are my own.
Roar Like a Lion is written for kids ages 6 to 10 years old. Lusko talks about lions in the introduction and I learned quite a bit about lions in this short space. He also tells us that he wrote this book in honor of his daughter, Lenya, who passed away. At the end of the introduction, he tells readers that there are twenty anchors hidden throughout the book and invites kids to find them all. He writes one devotion called, The Anchor, in which he explains why anchors are an important symbol to him in his Christian faith.
Each of the 90 devotionals starts with a Bible verse, includes a Christian reading to relate to verse to what kids may be facing. Some readings include a Did you know? section with some real life history to learn, while others include a small section called, Get Ready to Roar, where kids can think about how they can apply the reading in real life today. Each devotional has bright and beautiful illustrations from Catherine Pearson.
Roar Like a Lion would appeal to both both and girls. The bright illustrations are inviting and also do reflect the reading they are illustrating. The writing style is great for the age group and I would think that kids would learn and reflect through each reading. Searching for the twenty anchors throughout the book is a fun added bonus and their is a page with the answers if a reader really can't find one.
I received a copy of this book through JustRead Tours from the author/publisher. All opinions within this review are my own.
October 14, 2021
AMAZING!
Love this devotional. My kiddos Loved it too!
From the front cover (which is my favorite cover EVER) to the last page you are continually pulled into a world exemplifying Courageous Faith. I thought it was well written and it was easy to understand for a wide age range, from my littlest (2), to me. We all got something out of this book.
My favorite part was probably some of the "Did You Know?" sections as I didn't always know the answers.
I HIGHLY recommend this book and I have already ordered a couple copies as Christmas gifts :)
*I volunteered to read this book in return for my honest feedback. The thoughts and opinions expressed within are my own.
Love this devotional. My kiddos Loved it too!
From the front cover (which is my favorite cover EVER) to the last page you are continually pulled into a world exemplifying Courageous Faith. I thought it was well written and it was easy to understand for a wide age range, from my littlest (2), to me. We all got something out of this book.
My favorite part was probably some of the "Did You Know?" sections as I didn't always know the answers.
I HIGHLY recommend this book and I have already ordered a couple copies as Christmas gifts :)
*I volunteered to read this book in return for my honest feedback. The thoughts and opinions expressed within are my own.
September 25, 2021
We absolutely have been loving this devotional in our house. We have been using this devotional as part of our morning time routine during our homeschool day. It is great for all age groups. I am using it right now for kiddos ages 12, 9, 7, and 6. We have been using the daily Bible Verse as our copy work. My kids favorite part is the "Did You Know?" section in each devotional. Its a fun fact or a historical tidbit which is great for us as homeschoolers to tie in a lot of subjects into one book. It has also brought on a lot of good conversations and reminders as we go through our day.
If you have kiddos and would like to do this as a family it is perfect for that. But if you have a child who is a good reader and in need of a new devotional book then I definitely recommend this one. It is perfect for a 8-11 year old.
I received a copy of this book through Just Read. I was not required to post a positive review. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
If you have kiddos and would like to do this as a family it is perfect for that. But if you have a child who is a good reader and in need of a new devotional book then I definitely recommend this one. It is perfect for a 8-11 year old.
I received a copy of this book through Just Read. I was not required to post a positive review. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
September 16, 2021
An inspirational guide for children and adults alike!
I was looking forward to reading this devotional because I like to read and review non-fiction middle-grade books as much as I enjoy reading fiction written for that age group. I was pleasantly surprised to find out that I related much more to this book than I ever imagined I would since I am way past the age of ten!
Each of the devotionals is titled with a brief, catchy phrase such as, IDK is OK, Courage in the Dark, What Are You Waiting For?, and Not-So-Cool Schooldays. Each devotional includes a Bible verse; an applicable narrative from the author; a sidebar entitled, Did You Know?; and a brief prayer which directly applies to the theme of the devotional.
The tone of the book is very warm and welcoming. Readers are encouraged to seek out God and are given specific actions to take to share their faith with others, live the life God wants them to live, and to treat themselves and others with kindness.
The illustrations are exceptional, and I feel that the artist has done a fantastic job of conveying the author's words in visual form. One fun aspect of the book is that the illustrator hid twenty 'anchors' throughout the book. At the beginning of the book readers are encouraged to search for anchors. The key to where the anchors are hidden is given at the end of the book.
Highly-recommended to families, church groups, church libraries, and others who will enjoy taking an inspirational journey through some of life's challenges through the use of solid Biblical references, current examples, and prayer.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher through JustRead Publicity Tours. All of my thoughts and opinions expressed here are solely my own.
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I was looking forward to reading this devotional because I like to read and review non-fiction middle-grade books as much as I enjoy reading fiction written for that age group. I was pleasantly surprised to find out that I related much more to this book than I ever imagined I would since I am way past the age of ten!
Each of the devotionals is titled with a brief, catchy phrase such as, IDK is OK, Courage in the Dark, What Are You Waiting For?, and Not-So-Cool Schooldays. Each devotional includes a Bible verse; an applicable narrative from the author; a sidebar entitled, Did You Know?; and a brief prayer which directly applies to the theme of the devotional.
The tone of the book is very warm and welcoming. Readers are encouraged to seek out God and are given specific actions to take to share their faith with others, live the life God wants them to live, and to treat themselves and others with kindness.
The illustrations are exceptional, and I feel that the artist has done a fantastic job of conveying the author's words in visual form. One fun aspect of the book is that the illustrator hid twenty 'anchors' throughout the book. At the beginning of the book readers are encouraged to search for anchors. The key to where the anchors are hidden is given at the end of the book.
Highly-recommended to families, church groups, church libraries, and others who will enjoy taking an inspirational journey through some of life's challenges through the use of solid Biblical references, current examples, and prayer.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher through JustRead Publicity Tours. All of my thoughts and opinions expressed here are solely my own.
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September 13, 2021
Roar Like a Lion is a book of 90 readings designed for elementary and middle school aged children, but I, as an adult, enjoyed these devotions tremendously. The book not only contains wonderful insight, encouragement, verses, and prayers, but the “Did You Know?” sections reveal compelling historical facts!
This hard cover, as well as the pages, are sturdy and bold, with colorful illustrations. It’s fun for readers to be on the lookout for the 20 anchors, symbolizing being anchored in the Lord, hidden throughout the many illustrations. (Hebrews 6:19)
Roar Like a Lion encourages believers to grow, learn, and be courageous. It’s potent, meaningful, and fun.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. My review was not influenced.
This hard cover, as well as the pages, are sturdy and bold, with colorful illustrations. It’s fun for readers to be on the lookout for the 20 anchors, symbolizing being anchored in the Lord, hidden throughout the many illustrations. (Hebrews 6:19)
Roar Like a Lion encourages believers to grow, learn, and be courageous. It’s potent, meaningful, and fun.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. My review was not influenced.
September 17, 2021
If my kids were still young, I would highly consider reading "Roar Like A Lion" with them. I probably would have used it for morning devotions before starting our school sessions, or maybe my husband would have led us in discussion at the dinner table. Either way, this 90-day devotional would have been a great addition to our library. It is geared for ages 6-10, so older kids/experienced readers could read it on their own, while less experienced readers can enjoy some one-on-one time with a grown-up, or the entire family can benefit with some read-aloud family devotion time. The lessons are good for all ages to learn from, but specifically cover topics for kids such as: (1) Facing fears about school and friendships, (2) Dealing with peer pressure and bullying, (3) Handling new challenges, disappointments, and grief, (4) Having courage to try something new, and (5) Understanding how we each fit into God's great story.
As I read through some of the devotionals I noticed the colorful illustrations, and I like the way each two-page devotional is laid out. Each devotional includes a relevant Bible verse, an easy-to-understand devotional, and then a short focused prayer. As an added bonus, each devotional also includes a short section of either a "Did You Know" fact, or a "Get Ready to Roar" call to action; and, for an extra fun activity, kids can go through the book looking for anchors that are hidden in some of the illustrations. How many can you find? I challenge you to find out.
Disclosure: I did receive this book in exchange for this review .Many thanks to Thomas Nelson for providing it to me. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation.
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As I read through some of the devotionals I noticed the colorful illustrations, and I like the way each two-page devotional is laid out. Each devotional includes a relevant Bible verse, an easy-to-understand devotional, and then a short focused prayer. As an added bonus, each devotional also includes a short section of either a "Did You Know" fact, or a "Get Ready to Roar" call to action; and, for an extra fun activity, kids can go through the book looking for anchors that are hidden in some of the illustrations. How many can you find? I challenge you to find out.
Disclosure: I did receive this book in exchange for this review .Many thanks to Thomas Nelson for providing it to me. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation.
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September 19, 2021
90 devotionals written presented in a vibrantly colored format, with encouragement for facing everyday challenges.
A conversational devotional that centers around instilling confidence and courage into your child through faith. With a target audience of 6-10 years old, each devotional takes about 3 minutes to read, and includes a fun activity called Get Ready to Roar!
Overall, a fun and motivating read, great for the start of the day or for bedtime, with your young ones. Some of the devotionals focus on Bible stories and others take readers through relatable situations meant to be conversation starters with your kids, each losing with a quick prayer. A great reminder of God's presence, power and love.
Many thanks to Thomas Nelson for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive the product in exchange for this review and post.
A conversational devotional that centers around instilling confidence and courage into your child through faith. With a target audience of 6-10 years old, each devotional takes about 3 minutes to read, and includes a fun activity called Get Ready to Roar!
Overall, a fun and motivating read, great for the start of the day or for bedtime, with your young ones. Some of the devotionals focus on Bible stories and others take readers through relatable situations meant to be conversation starters with your kids, each losing with a quick prayer. A great reminder of God's presence, power and love.
Many thanks to Thomas Nelson for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive the product in exchange for this review and post.
January 8, 2023
Sophie and I really enjoyed the lessons these devotionals offered, and we learned so many new things.
September 23, 2021
Roar Like A Lion is a 90-day family devotional by Levi Lusko. This devotional covers topics such as courage, challenges, disappointment, grief, peer pressure, bullying, fear, and friendship. The artwork and colors jump right off the page at you. Along with the beautiful illustrations, are amazing prayers and Bible verses that touch your family's heart.
This 192-page devotional is geared towards children in first and second grade, or children ages 6 to 10 years old. In my opinion, I think this devotional would be good for any age though. My sons are 10 and 12 years old, and they very much enjoyed snuggling with me on the couch to read this together.
Roar Like A Lion has been such a blessing to me and my family. Levi Lusko is the author of a devotional my boys and I read together also, called Take Back Your Life. The author is very honest and on point with what he talks about, but also manages to do this in a very caring and lighthearted way. His books can be trusted to be Biblically truthful, and my sons and I were so excited to be able to read Roar Like A Lion.
Anchors are hidden throughout the book. The author has a fun challenge where you can see how many anchors you can find as you read through the devotional with your family. You can also read about the significance of the anchor and what it means to the author and his family. I thought this was really cool. God has a way of touching people with symbols that give us reminders. What is a special symbol for you and your family?
I did receive a copy of this book in exchange for a honest review and post.
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This review appeared first on my blog, Raising Samuels Life on September 19, 2021.
This 192-page devotional is geared towards children in first and second grade, or children ages 6 to 10 years old. In my opinion, I think this devotional would be good for any age though. My sons are 10 and 12 years old, and they very much enjoyed snuggling with me on the couch to read this together.
Roar Like A Lion has been such a blessing to me and my family. Levi Lusko is the author of a devotional my boys and I read together also, called Take Back Your Life. The author is very honest and on point with what he talks about, but also manages to do this in a very caring and lighthearted way. His books can be trusted to be Biblically truthful, and my sons and I were so excited to be able to read Roar Like A Lion.
Anchors are hidden throughout the book. The author has a fun challenge where you can see how many anchors you can find as you read through the devotional with your family. You can also read about the significance of the anchor and what it means to the author and his family. I thought this was really cool. God has a way of touching people with symbols that give us reminders. What is a special symbol for you and your family?
I did receive a copy of this book in exchange for a honest review and post.
#RoarLikeALionMIN #roarlikealion #tommynelsonbooks #sponsored
This review appeared first on my blog, Raising Samuels Life on September 19, 2021.
September 24, 2021
Roar Like a Lion by Levi Lusko is a Christian devotional for kids ages 6 to 10 years old. I was excited to receive a copy of this book to read to my oldest son, who is 6. We have been reading other children’s devotionals, so I was happy to try a different author. My son loved the idea of being like a lion (like Jesus) and enjoyed several of the devotionals. I felt like there were some that were over his head, but he is at the bottom of the age range listed. I liked how the devotionals addressed several difficult topics children may encounter at school or in life in general, encouraging them to stand out for Jesus. My son also liked the special little “Did you Know?” and “Get Ready to Roar” excerpts in each devotional.
Overall, I think this is an excellent addition to our kid’s bookshelves. We try to read something inspirational each night, and books like these make it easy to both gain my child’s attention and to teach him about Jesus. I would recommend this product to any parent looking for a devotional for their elementary-age kids.
I was given a copy of this book by the publisher with no expectations of a positive review. All opinions are my own.
Overall, I think this is an excellent addition to our kid’s bookshelves. We try to read something inspirational each night, and books like these make it easy to both gain my child’s attention and to teach him about Jesus. I would recommend this product to any parent looking for a devotional for their elementary-age kids.
I was given a copy of this book by the publisher with no expectations of a positive review. All opinions are my own.
September 26, 2021
If you are on the lookout for a new devotional for a young reader or to share with beginning readers, Roar Like A Lion by Levi Lusko (with Tama Fortner) is sure to appeal, with relatable topics and stories, along with eye catching artwork. Each of the ninety devotions are on a two page spread, with a catchy title ("Scared and Brave," "Serious Snoozing," "Eyes on the Son") and a bible verse leading to the main text that ends with a simple prayer. A sidebar to each devotion is either a "Get Ready to Roar" suggestion of ways to live out courageous faith,or a "Did You Know?" about real world faith.
Catherine Pearson's illustrations are colorful and fun, enabling a five-year-old to choose a devotion based on the picture. This was a fun way to share a devotional full of good messages, though the text itself may be more suited to slightly older, or perhaps less energetic, children.
Even when tackling tougher topics, these devotions are written in a way that is still uplifting and encouraging, bringing it all to God and to Jesus, living up to the book's subtitle of "90 Devotions to a Courageous Faith." Recommended.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
Catherine Pearson's illustrations are colorful and fun, enabling a five-year-old to choose a devotion based on the picture. This was a fun way to share a devotional full of good messages, though the text itself may be more suited to slightly older, or perhaps less energetic, children.
Even when tackling tougher topics, these devotions are written in a way that is still uplifting and encouraging, bringing it all to God and to Jesus, living up to the book's subtitle of "90 Devotions to a Courageous Faith." Recommended.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
September 23, 2021
Being a kid in this era is tough, all of them dealing with pressures and trials that none of us ever had to at their age. They need encouragement and motivation, and that’s where Roar Like a Lion comes in, roaring like a lion, at just the right time.
Although geared towards a younger audience, this book taught this 40 year old a thing or two, which I really admired, making it a great resource for “kids” of all ages! The writing is engaging, not hard to comprehend, and speaks to the heart. The themes are timeless, teaching children truths that will stick with them for life, and serving as excellent reminders for those of us who have been taught these principles.
Aesthetically, the colors throughout are eye-catching, vibrant and beautiful, and I love the illustration style itself, showcasing the masterful talent of Catherine Pearson. This is a perfect gift for kids of all ages, and I cannot recommend this resource enough!
*I have voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher for JustRead Tours. All views and opinions are completely honest, and my own.
Although geared towards a younger audience, this book taught this 40 year old a thing or two, which I really admired, making it a great resource for “kids” of all ages! The writing is engaging, not hard to comprehend, and speaks to the heart. The themes are timeless, teaching children truths that will stick with them for life, and serving as excellent reminders for those of us who have been taught these principles.
Aesthetically, the colors throughout are eye-catching, vibrant and beautiful, and I love the illustration style itself, showcasing the masterful talent of Catherine Pearson. This is a perfect gift for kids of all ages, and I cannot recommend this resource enough!
*I have voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher for JustRead Tours. All views and opinions are completely honest, and my own.
September 21, 2021
Levi Lusko and Tama Fortner have created a devotional book that kids will want to read. Each of the 90 entries in Roar Like a Lion is short, contains a Scripture passage, a short devotional, a short bit of history, and a prayer. I really think kids will be interested in this title - it is written in a way that will appeal to the older elementary age group. I think younger kids will also enjoy having the book read to them. It is perfect for meal time, bedtime, or anytime you have family devotions.
Catherine Pearson created vibrant illustrations to compliment the text. I appreciate that there are hidden pictures in the illustrations. I think this is another thing that will appeal to kids. Younger kids will enjoy looking at the pictures to find the hidden items even when there is no one to read the book to them.
Because Roar Like a Lion is a devotional book, it probably does not have a place in a K-12 Christian school library. However, it is a great book to add to a teacher or parent library for use as part of a class or family devotion time. It would also be a good book for an older elementary student to use who wants to have their own devotional time.
I received a complimentary copy of Roar Like a Lion. This is my honest review.
Catherine Pearson created vibrant illustrations to compliment the text. I appreciate that there are hidden pictures in the illustrations. I think this is another thing that will appeal to kids. Younger kids will enjoy looking at the pictures to find the hidden items even when there is no one to read the book to them.
Because Roar Like a Lion is a devotional book, it probably does not have a place in a K-12 Christian school library. However, it is a great book to add to a teacher or parent library for use as part of a class or family devotion time. It would also be a good book for an older elementary student to use who wants to have their own devotional time.
I received a complimentary copy of Roar Like a Lion. This is my honest review.
September 23, 2021
I have been reading this devotional aloud to my children every morning lately. It is attractive and interesting. There are four main parts to each day's reading. First, there is a Scripture verse, and then a short reading about what God does for us. At the end of the page is a short prayer. Each day also includes a side bar with either interesting facts about something in nature or history, or “Get Ready to Roar,” which gives tips for helping people. This book would probably be just what some children need, as encouragement to turn to God in their struggles; a lot of it does not apply to my children. The author frequently talks about struggles that children face at school, or with parents who are arguing or separated. Another thing I noticed is that the main focus is on what Jesus can do for us, rather than on WHO God is. We need to be looking at who God is more than at what He does for us.
I received a review copy of this book from NetGalley, and these are my honest thoughts about it.
I received a review copy of this book from NetGalley, and these are my honest thoughts about it.
September 23, 2021
"Roar Like a Lion" is a brand-new children's devotional book that is available now! This book has 90 readings that are geared to help build up your faith so that hard things can be done. I love the variety of topics and straight forward approach and easy to understand language that is used. For example, one of the readings is about "turning off the dark." The world is so dark, people are mean, yet we can help turn off the dark and turn on the light by sharing God's love with the world. Each reading begins with a verse and also has a "did you know?" or a "get ready to roar!" section. For this particular reading it is a "did you know" talking about the moon. The "get ready to roar" are little challenges or missions to do to help carry out and reinforce what was shared in the reading. I also love the illustrations and just the use of color throughout this book. It is very eye-catching, and an easy and appealing format for kids!
*I received this book from the publisher; all opinions shared are my own.*
*I received this book from the publisher; all opinions shared are my own.*
September 23, 2021
Roar Like a Lion is a 90 day devotional for school age children that encourages them to live their faith courageously. Each devotion starts with a Bible verse, offers a short reading and ends in a prayer.
First and foremost, can we just talk about this amazing cover!? Wow! Now, I know that we're not supposed to judge a book by it's cover and all, but let's be honest kids are often quite visual and so this bright and vibrant design definitely draws kids into the important messages inside wonderfully. And the messages inside are just a great as the cover too! The topics are those that many children that many kids can relate to, and written in a way that is appealing to the intended age group and easier for them to understand and apply as well. There were some topics covered that may not apply to every child, but overall I thought it was really well done and one that kids can really enjoy and learn from. If you're looking for a great devotional for your child, this is certainly one to check out.
**I received a complimentary copy for consideration. All thoughts are my own.
First and foremost, can we just talk about this amazing cover!? Wow! Now, I know that we're not supposed to judge a book by it's cover and all, but let's be honest kids are often quite visual and so this bright and vibrant design definitely draws kids into the important messages inside wonderfully. And the messages inside are just a great as the cover too! The topics are those that many children that many kids can relate to, and written in a way that is appealing to the intended age group and easier for them to understand and apply as well. There were some topics covered that may not apply to every child, but overall I thought it was really well done and one that kids can really enjoy and learn from. If you're looking for a great devotional for your child, this is certainly one to check out.
**I received a complimentary copy for consideration. All thoughts are my own.
September 24, 2021
As a parent, I found this devotional to be such a blessing. It provides practical approaches to faith in every day life. As we look at the world around us, it’s more timely than ever to give our children biblically-based tools that’ll help them to be courageous and bold. This devotional is a great resource to help your children grow their faith – and their roar.
We really enjoyed the "did you know" and "get ready to roar" portions of each devotional (education trivia or practical application in every day life). We also enjoyed the fun bonus game in the book - where you try to find the hidden anchors throughout the colorful illustrations. My daughters really loved hunting for the anchors as they read through the devotions.
Disclosure: Many thanks to Thomas Nelson for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive the product in exchange for this review and post.
We really enjoyed the "did you know" and "get ready to roar" portions of each devotional (education trivia or practical application in every day life). We also enjoyed the fun bonus game in the book - where you try to find the hidden anchors throughout the colorful illustrations. My daughters really loved hunting for the anchors as they read through the devotions.
Disclosure: Many thanks to Thomas Nelson for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive the product in exchange for this review and post.
September 19, 2021
What is something you would tell your younger self if you could? One of the (many) words of advice I would have for myself is to develop healthy, life-long habits early. And one of those habits is a daily devotional time with God.
Roar Like a Lion by Levi Lusko is a book that can start or continue a child or tween on the journey of developing the habit of spending time daily with God. Each of the 90 devotionals is written in a way that draws the reader in like the author is sitting right there with them.
I appreciated the mix of scripture verses provided in the book along with the encouragement to look other verses up, driving the reader to God’s word. Lusko challenges young readers to be brave and take a stand when they see wrong done in their worlds. He acknowledges challenges and never preaches down to the reader but instead, kneels down to their level, recognizes the issue, and encourages courage.
But that’s not all. There is also a fun and educational sidebar with facts about animals and history. I even learned a few things reading through this devotional. Whether you’re looking for something to read as a family or wanting to find something for your young reader to engage and encourage, look no further.
Disclosure statement: I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions are my own.
Roar Like a Lion by Levi Lusko is a book that can start or continue a child or tween on the journey of developing the habit of spending time daily with God. Each of the 90 devotionals is written in a way that draws the reader in like the author is sitting right there with them.
I appreciated the mix of scripture verses provided in the book along with the encouragement to look other verses up, driving the reader to God’s word. Lusko challenges young readers to be brave and take a stand when they see wrong done in their worlds. He acknowledges challenges and never preaches down to the reader but instead, kneels down to their level, recognizes the issue, and encourages courage.
But that’s not all. There is also a fun and educational sidebar with facts about animals and history. I even learned a few things reading through this devotional. Whether you’re looking for something to read as a family or wanting to find something for your young reader to engage and encourage, look no further.
Disclosure statement: I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions are my own.
September 22, 2021
Levi Lusko, best-selling author and pastor, turns his attention to a younger crowd with his first book for children, Roar Like a Lion. Co-authored by Tama Fortner, this book contains 90 short devotions aimed at 6-10 year olds. Besides a Bible verse, devotional text, and short prayer, each entry also features a colorful illustration (by artist Catherine Pearson) and either a "Did You Know?" section with connecting educational factoids or a "Get Ready to Roar" section for ideas to practically apply what was just learned in the reading. Though I thought the verses chosen were quite brief, as a whole, it seems to be a good beginning devotional book for young Christians and their families to explore!
[Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher for review purposes.]
[Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher for review purposes.]
September 22, 2021
This devotional book is geared towards children the ages of 6 to 10 years old. My 7 year old daughter is loving this daily devotional and is excited to read it on her own. Each day has a colorful illustration, Bible verse, stories, application, and a short prayer. This will help her grow in faith and courage in Jesus, with whatever comes along in her journey.
September 25, 2021
The first thing I noticed about this devotional was the colorful and vibrant design. The artwork and illustrations are wonderful. The book is hardback, durable, and has an excellent binding. This book has been designed to be read and used by children. I expect that it will last a long time.
Over the past few years I have read several children’s books, Bibles, and devotionals. Roar Like A Lion is definitely a favorite. Many devotionals include a verse and a Bible story. Roar Like A Lion includes a daily verse with a real world scenario teaching children how to integrate Scripture and principle into their lives. The book teaches children how to act and react in our world using Scripture as a guide. Examples include how to deal with the fear that arises when parents argue, the temptation of cheating in school, difficult family and social situations, and faithfulness to a local church.
Each day includes a side note that includes facts (historical, scientific, and biblical). This devotional will provide your child plenty of learning opportunities. As a Bible teacher and Christian school counselor I immediately recognized the value of the brief devotionals. It will be a practical and useful resource for me because so many of the devotions are relevant to the student’s family and social life and school experiences. I intend to use it when I counsel students through difficult situations. I will also take the opportunity to share some of the lessons with students as relative issues arise. My copy will be recommended and available to all the teachers in our school. After realizing the value, hopefully, they will invest in their own copy!
Many thanks to Thomas Nelson for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive the product in exchange for this review and post.
Over the past few years I have read several children’s books, Bibles, and devotionals. Roar Like A Lion is definitely a favorite. Many devotionals include a verse and a Bible story. Roar Like A Lion includes a daily verse with a real world scenario teaching children how to integrate Scripture and principle into their lives. The book teaches children how to act and react in our world using Scripture as a guide. Examples include how to deal with the fear that arises when parents argue, the temptation of cheating in school, difficult family and social situations, and faithfulness to a local church.
Each day includes a side note that includes facts (historical, scientific, and biblical). This devotional will provide your child plenty of learning opportunities. As a Bible teacher and Christian school counselor I immediately recognized the value of the brief devotionals. It will be a practical and useful resource for me because so many of the devotions are relevant to the student’s family and social life and school experiences. I intend to use it when I counsel students through difficult situations. I will also take the opportunity to share some of the lessons with students as relative issues arise. My copy will be recommended and available to all the teachers in our school. After realizing the value, hopefully, they will invest in their own copy!
Many thanks to Thomas Nelson for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive the product in exchange for this review and post.
October 26, 2021
I absolutely loved Roar Like a Lion by Levi Lusko! Roar Like a Lion is a 90 day devotional for kids that doesn’t shy away from the difficulty of life. Each devotional continually reminds kids that they are not alone regardless of what happens to them, Each entry has a Bible verse and a truthful thought that corresponds with it. This would be a great addition to anyone’s library. I am going to be sharing the word about this book to friends and family (and get a copy for myself too). Thanks to NetGalley and the Publisher for the opportunity to read this book! (My review is also on Goodreads.)
May 5, 2023
So great! Did one each morning before school while eating breakfast with my 8 and 10 year old! Perfect way to send them off to school! So many neat facts interwoven with spiritual truth!
September 24, 2021
Hello, friends!
Goodness, but it has been quite some time since I have had a book to review ~ with the world so crazy and all for the past couple of years. I don't know about you, but oftentimes these days I find myself simply shaking my head, and wondering what on earth can be done to help tame some of the crazy. Levi Lusho understands that if the adults are feeling this sense of overwhelm, then the young ones in our lives probably are as well. He has written a new devotional, Roar Like a Lion, filled with many little nuggets to help your kids navigate some of the unsteady, scary, and uncomfortable situations they are sure to encounter as they grow up, as well as learn to be bold in their faith.
Although my kids are no longer the target age of this new devotional, having experienced the concerns of the younger ages, I do feel qualified to offer my opinion on this book. 😄
First, the less essential, but important details of the cover and graphics. This hardback book has a very eye-catching, colorful illustration of a roaring lion, and has a very smooth touch to the hand. It is an easy size to hold~ not too big and not too small.
Each page has child friendly illustrations and colorful borders that give me a bit of a vintage Ruth Chrisman Gannett (Illustrator of My Father's Dragon, Miss Hickory, and other classics) vibe. Sorry for going a little geeky on the art, but that is a big part of a children's book's attraction for me. ;)
For the more Nitty-Gritty, each devotional includes pleasing illustrations, fascinating facts, Bible verses and prayers, along with some simple action steps. This 90-day devotional will help your kids approach both fun moments and tough times with their hearts set on God's faithfulness.
Roar Like A Lion covers topics like:
🦁Facing fears about school and friendships
🦁Dealing with peer pressure and bullying
🦁Handling new challenges, disappointments, and grief
🦁Having courage to try something new
🦁Understanding how we each fit into God's great story
The devotionals are short and sweet (double-page spread), but pack a quick little punch of Biblical truth or wisdom that a child can understand and hold on to. I feel like even if you have older kids listening in, they might pick up on some of the truths, which are, after all, universal to all ages. ;)
Whether using this as a start to your child's day, a before bed devotional, or a "tea-time" read (I think it would work well in an after school program for a snack-time devotional also~ just the right length!), these devotions offer simple encouragement to grow faith, and learn to share the Good News!
#RoarLikeALionMIN
#roarlikealion
#tommynelsonbooks
Roar Like A Lion will help the child in your life follow Christ more closely this Fall (or put it away and pull it out for a "New Year" new devotional option, Birthday present, Christmas present...).
Disclosure: Many thanks to Thomas Nelson for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive the product in exchange for this review and post.
Goodness, but it has been quite some time since I have had a book to review ~ with the world so crazy and all for the past couple of years. I don't know about you, but oftentimes these days I find myself simply shaking my head, and wondering what on earth can be done to help tame some of the crazy. Levi Lusho understands that if the adults are feeling this sense of overwhelm, then the young ones in our lives probably are as well. He has written a new devotional, Roar Like a Lion, filled with many little nuggets to help your kids navigate some of the unsteady, scary, and uncomfortable situations they are sure to encounter as they grow up, as well as learn to be bold in their faith.
Although my kids are no longer the target age of this new devotional, having experienced the concerns of the younger ages, I do feel qualified to offer my opinion on this book. 😄
First, the less essential, but important details of the cover and graphics. This hardback book has a very eye-catching, colorful illustration of a roaring lion, and has a very smooth touch to the hand. It is an easy size to hold~ not too big and not too small.
Each page has child friendly illustrations and colorful borders that give me a bit of a vintage Ruth Chrisman Gannett (Illustrator of My Father's Dragon, Miss Hickory, and other classics) vibe. Sorry for going a little geeky on the art, but that is a big part of a children's book's attraction for me. ;)
For the more Nitty-Gritty, each devotional includes pleasing illustrations, fascinating facts, Bible verses and prayers, along with some simple action steps. This 90-day devotional will help your kids approach both fun moments and tough times with their hearts set on God's faithfulness.
Roar Like A Lion covers topics like:
🦁Facing fears about school and friendships
🦁Dealing with peer pressure and bullying
🦁Handling new challenges, disappointments, and grief
🦁Having courage to try something new
🦁Understanding how we each fit into God's great story
The devotionals are short and sweet (double-page spread), but pack a quick little punch of Biblical truth or wisdom that a child can understand and hold on to. I feel like even if you have older kids listening in, they might pick up on some of the truths, which are, after all, universal to all ages. ;)
Whether using this as a start to your child's day, a before bed devotional, or a "tea-time" read (I think it would work well in an after school program for a snack-time devotional also~ just the right length!), these devotions offer simple encouragement to grow faith, and learn to share the Good News!
#RoarLikeALionMIN
#roarlikealion
#tommynelsonbooks
Roar Like A Lion will help the child in your life follow Christ more closely this Fall (or put it away and pull it out for a "New Year" new devotional option, Birthday present, Christmas present...).
Disclosure: Many thanks to Thomas Nelson for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive the product in exchange for this review and post.
September 19, 2021
In Roar like a Lion, Levi Lusko has written a brand-new children’s 90 days devotional book. He begins the book by revealing how Jesus is called the Lion of the tribe of Judah. He described how a lion club starts out blind and then grows up and learns how to survive in wilderness. Each day had a scripture verse, a short story, and a “did you know” or a “get ready to roar”. He also shared how he wrote this book in the honor of his daughter, Lenya who passed away after suffering from a severe asthma attack while they were wrapping Christmas gifts.
The first devotional was on 2 Timothy 1:7 and this one discussed how God hasn’t given us a spirit of fear. He gave us the spirit of power, love, and self-control. This devotional covered how a lion isn’t afraid. They roar for three reasons: “let other lions know where they are, show how powerful they are, and to scare away an enemy”. He goes on to explained how we also need to roar to, “let other believers know where you are and they aren’t alone, show how powerful God is, to scare off your enemy, the devil”. He illustrated how a lion is brave and how we can also receive the strength and power from God.
In the book, he also opened up about his own life stories in order to help children to understand that they aren’t alone and he faced different things growing up as well. He explained how he was picked on a lot in school and bullied. He admitted that he had buckteeth, wore glasses, had asthma, and he tried playing sports but had trouble breathing so he wasn’t every good. He shared that he was called names and he struggled with fitting in. He didn’t make good friends until he discovered a group of Christians and they tried to get to know him and they became his true friends. He went on to explain bullying and how we can feel like the world is against us and this is in face a life from the devil. He shared how we are all worthy of love.
I would recommend this awesome children’s book to all children but especially to the ones aged 4 to 12. I immensely loved in the book how he looked at the different aspects of faith and how we can become brave and have the courage to reach out to others and make a difference. I also liked how some of the days included ways we can be kind to someone else. I also enjoyed how they included colorful illustrations to keep the readers engaged. I also liked how they included special ship anchors hidden throughout the illustrations that readers get to try and find. This book would make a great devotional for children and it will assist them in growing in their faith.
Many thanks to Thomas Nelson for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive the product in exchange for this review and post.
The first devotional was on 2 Timothy 1:7 and this one discussed how God hasn’t given us a spirit of fear. He gave us the spirit of power, love, and self-control. This devotional covered how a lion isn’t afraid. They roar for three reasons: “let other lions know where they are, show how powerful they are, and to scare away an enemy”. He goes on to explained how we also need to roar to, “let other believers know where you are and they aren’t alone, show how powerful God is, to scare off your enemy, the devil”. He illustrated how a lion is brave and how we can also receive the strength and power from God.
In the book, he also opened up about his own life stories in order to help children to understand that they aren’t alone and he faced different things growing up as well. He explained how he was picked on a lot in school and bullied. He admitted that he had buckteeth, wore glasses, had asthma, and he tried playing sports but had trouble breathing so he wasn’t every good. He shared that he was called names and he struggled with fitting in. He didn’t make good friends until he discovered a group of Christians and they tried to get to know him and they became his true friends. He went on to explain bullying and how we can feel like the world is against us and this is in face a life from the devil. He shared how we are all worthy of love.
I would recommend this awesome children’s book to all children but especially to the ones aged 4 to 12. I immensely loved in the book how he looked at the different aspects of faith and how we can become brave and have the courage to reach out to others and make a difference. I also liked how some of the days included ways we can be kind to someone else. I also enjoyed how they included colorful illustrations to keep the readers engaged. I also liked how they included special ship anchors hidden throughout the illustrations that readers get to try and find. This book would make a great devotional for children and it will assist them in growing in their faith.
Many thanks to Thomas Nelson for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive the product in exchange for this review and post.
September 23, 2021
Raising kids has always been a hard job, but with technology the way it is now I think most parents would say it's become harder. We all want to raise our kids to be good and capable adults, but it's so hard with all the outside influences. That's where Roar Like a Lion comes in to help us reach our children's hearts and guide them the way we want them to go. Levi Lusko with the help of Tama Fortner has given us this amazing book to help us reach the hearts of those children that are in our lives. This book has 90 devotions to help us reach our children's hearts. Some of the ones that I thought were helpful for my son were the following:
Speak Up!
Stand Out!
Goofs, Mistakes and Mess-Ups!
The Courage to Forgive
Alone in a Crowd
You've Got a Purpose
Stronger Than Any Storm
The first thing that jumped out to me when I opened the package was the beautiful illustrations. The entire book is so very colorful and eye catching! Each devotional starts with a verse. In #38, You've Got a Purpose, the verses is Colossians 3:17. We read how God has a purpose that is specific for each and every one of us. God made us to be amazing and special. One thing we have to realize is that we aren't all made to do things that other people look at as extraordinary. We weren't all made to be missionaries in a foreign land. Sometimes our purpose is to just smile at someone that is having a rough day. Maybe they needed that smile more than anyone could know. One way to expand on what you've read is the Get Ready to Roar section. This helps you to get your child to think about what they can do with what they just learned. These devotionals are short, just 2 pages, but packed with just enough information to get your child thinking. That can then lead to open discussions that could have amazing outcomes. The suggested reading age is 6-10. This book is eye catching from the moment you see it because it's got a lion roaring on the cover. I mean what child isn't fascinated by a lion? My son is 14, but I felt like many of the topics were things he is dealing with at his current age. I think this would be a great devotional for a family that has multiple ages and therefore you could meet each child where she or he needs to be met for their age and emotions. For most of us the school year has just started and this would be a great book to read to the kids in school and help them learn how to deal with some of those tough issues. Head over and grab Roar Like a Lion for your family and start that new tradition of doing devotions each night with your children.
Disclosure: Many thanks to Thomas Nelson for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive the product in exchange for this review and post.
Speak Up!
Stand Out!
Goofs, Mistakes and Mess-Ups!
The Courage to Forgive
Alone in a Crowd
You've Got a Purpose
Stronger Than Any Storm
The first thing that jumped out to me when I opened the package was the beautiful illustrations. The entire book is so very colorful and eye catching! Each devotional starts with a verse. In #38, You've Got a Purpose, the verses is Colossians 3:17. We read how God has a purpose that is specific for each and every one of us. God made us to be amazing and special. One thing we have to realize is that we aren't all made to do things that other people look at as extraordinary. We weren't all made to be missionaries in a foreign land. Sometimes our purpose is to just smile at someone that is having a rough day. Maybe they needed that smile more than anyone could know. One way to expand on what you've read is the Get Ready to Roar section. This helps you to get your child to think about what they can do with what they just learned. These devotionals are short, just 2 pages, but packed with just enough information to get your child thinking. That can then lead to open discussions that could have amazing outcomes. The suggested reading age is 6-10. This book is eye catching from the moment you see it because it's got a lion roaring on the cover. I mean what child isn't fascinated by a lion? My son is 14, but I felt like many of the topics were things he is dealing with at his current age. I think this would be a great devotional for a family that has multiple ages and therefore you could meet each child where she or he needs to be met for their age and emotions. For most of us the school year has just started and this would be a great book to read to the kids in school and help them learn how to deal with some of those tough issues. Head over and grab Roar Like a Lion for your family and start that new tradition of doing devotions each night with your children.
Disclosure: Many thanks to Thomas Nelson for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive the product in exchange for this review and post.
September 24, 2021
The world that we live in can be a scary place sometimes, but for kids it can be even scarier. We all need God to help anchor us and give us courage and to hold us stead in these quickly changing times. One of the newest resources that I have generously received the chance to review is the new book from Levi Lusko titled Roar Like A Lion. Roar Like A Lion was written to help give courage. It includes 90 devotions to encourage your child to be more courageous in their faith and life, in both the highs and lows that life will have along their path.
First I want to talk about the devotions in this amazing new book. Yes, I think it's amazing.
What I loved about the devotions was that they speak to kids on a level they can relate to. Since the age group this devotional is targeted to is 6-10, the devotions are not over complicated or too long to read. They start off with a bible verse. The devotions are short and based on issues that children in this age range would be facing in their lives. They are very relatable and understandable and cover topics such as dealing with grief, their place in God's amazing story, how to handle peep pressure, and so many more topics that kids face daily.
One of the other things I love is that the devotions have a side bar that you can use for some discussion time with your little one. This will help you expand on what they just read and you can then offer more of God's words of wisdom to help clarify or have longer discussion with your children. The other small detail that I think is wonderful is the short prayer at the end of the devotion for your children to pray. Start them young praying for everything helps later in life and the small prayers are quick and meaningful.
The other amazing feature that Lusko thought about when creating this book was the illustrations. The illustrations are by Catherine Pearson and they are absolutely beautiful and eye catching. As you can see from the cover and the image above the illustrations are bright, colorful and so fun! They are very age appropriate and perfect for this book. What's even more fun about the illustrations is that hidden thought the pictures are anchors for your child to find. They are not on every page, but looking for the anchor is a great way to get your child engaged in the devotion and the quality time with you.
Overall, this is a perfect devotional for your primary school age child. I honestly can not find anything about this devotional that I didn't like. Even the cover is perfect. It's a hard cover and will take the bumps and thumps that your child could put it through.
{Disclosure: Many thanks to Thomas Nelson for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive the product in exchange for this review and post.}
First I want to talk about the devotions in this amazing new book. Yes, I think it's amazing.
What I loved about the devotions was that they speak to kids on a level they can relate to. Since the age group this devotional is targeted to is 6-10, the devotions are not over complicated or too long to read. They start off with a bible verse. The devotions are short and based on issues that children in this age range would be facing in their lives. They are very relatable and understandable and cover topics such as dealing with grief, their place in God's amazing story, how to handle peep pressure, and so many more topics that kids face daily.
One of the other things I love is that the devotions have a side bar that you can use for some discussion time with your little one. This will help you expand on what they just read and you can then offer more of God's words of wisdom to help clarify or have longer discussion with your children. The other small detail that I think is wonderful is the short prayer at the end of the devotion for your children to pray. Start them young praying for everything helps later in life and the small prayers are quick and meaningful.
The other amazing feature that Lusko thought about when creating this book was the illustrations. The illustrations are by Catherine Pearson and they are absolutely beautiful and eye catching. As you can see from the cover and the image above the illustrations are bright, colorful and so fun! They are very age appropriate and perfect for this book. What's even more fun about the illustrations is that hidden thought the pictures are anchors for your child to find. They are not on every page, but looking for the anchor is a great way to get your child engaged in the devotion and the quality time with you.
Overall, this is a perfect devotional for your primary school age child. I honestly can not find anything about this devotional that I didn't like. Even the cover is perfect. It's a hard cover and will take the bumps and thumps that your child could put it through.
{Disclosure: Many thanks to Thomas Nelson for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive the product in exchange for this review and post.}
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