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This I Know: Seeing God in the World He Made
"Jesus loves me, this I know, for the whole world tells me so." Have you noticed the fingerprints of God in the world around us? The creation tells us about its Creator. His beauty in the trees. His power in the thunder. His eternity in the night sky. Join a young girl and her family on an unforgettable road trip. Witness the wonder of God's world. And see how all of creation confirms what the Bible tells Jesus loves me, this I know. Wake up with a morning sunrise that reminds us that God makes everything new... Visit the ocean, filled with God's incredible creatures... Encounter a frightening thunderstorm that shows us God's power... Or a gentle snowfall that demonstrates God's grace... Stare into the night sky to be awed by God's eternity... And settle in with nighttime crickets to rest in God's peace... Do you often sing "Jesus Loves Me" with your kids before bed? Then you'll cherish this perfect bedtime book—filled with joyful rhymes, gorgeous illustrations, adorable animals, hidden Bible verses, and the full text of "Jesus Loves Me" at the very end.
32 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 1, 2020
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About the author
Clay Anderson
10 books14 followersClay Anderson is husband to Karen, and father to two boys and two girls. After reading dozens of great books to his kids, he found himself enchanted by the magic of picture books, and decided it was time to write his own.
Clay's roots are deep in the Chicago suburbs, where his kids are now growing up in the same house where he was raised. He works in IT for a Christian publisher by day, and publishes children's books by night. Clay has worked with children and youth for more than twenty years, including two stints as a youth pastor.
Clay's roots are deep in the Chicago suburbs, where his kids are now growing up in the same house where he was raised. He works in IT for a Christian publisher by day, and publishes children's books by night. Clay has worked with children and youth for more than twenty years, including two stints as a youth pastor.
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September 8, 2021
A beautifully illustrated book about a family on a road trip that sees the glory of God in His creation along the way. The lines rhyme, creating a lovely rhythm, each section ending with “Jesus loves me, this I know, for the [insert a creation here] tells me so.”
It’s a little wordy for very young children’s attention spans, but I imagine it’d be great for preschool age.
It’s a little wordy for very young children’s attention spans, but I imagine it’d be great for preschool age.
December 12, 2021
Beautiful book!
Beautiful illustrations and a great reminder of how creation points to God’s glory! Highly recommend for little ones! Parents will enjoy reading it too.
Beautiful illustrations and a great reminder of how creation points to God’s glory! Highly recommend for little ones! Parents will enjoy reading it too.
November 23, 2025
Lovely.
January 26, 2021
My girls (4&2) love this book and I love reading it them! The illustrations are fun and the text has great cadence/rhyme. That the book draws inspiration from the song Jesus loves Me is a bonus. Tbh its hard to find a faith based book that has 1. A good story 2. Good rhyme 3. Good illustration and this book accomplishes all 3!
May 21, 2021
A delightful story about seeing God’s love in the world around us. Over the course of the day, a young girl and her family travel from home to a camp ground far away. The young girl shares the ups and downs they encounter while relaying the message of God’s love.
Detailed, full-page color illustrations enhance the story wonderfully. They add an enchanting and heartwarming feel that underscores the story’s theme and spirit perfectly.
There’s so much I enjoyed about this story, but, most of all, I appreciated the spirit of gratitude exemplified within this story.
Detailed, full-page color illustrations enhance the story wonderfully. They add an enchanting and heartwarming feel that underscores the story’s theme and spirit perfectly.
There’s so much I enjoyed about this story, but, most of all, I appreciated the spirit of gratitude exemplified within this story.
March 21, 2022
Picture book, realistic fiction, told in rhyme. This book is a beautiful way to show children that the world around them is a constant reminder of God's love for us. The family featured is a white family-- Mom, Dad, two daughters, and two sons. The text is a bit long, with four rhyming couplets on each spread, followed by "Jesus loves me, this I know, for the ____ tells me so," with the blank filled in by various natural wonders. Would make a beautiful story to read before bed with an older preschool or elementary aged child. It would hopefully inspire reflection on how the kid(s) see Jesus' love on display.
August 14, 2022
Beautiful message but want something more
This was a cute extension of a beloved and well known Christian song, Jesus Loves Me. The message that all if God's creation can remind us of Gods love was cool, but....I felt there could have been more actual story. The kid went one a one day journey yet somehow saw all the seasons and places in nature....
Suspension of disbelief wasn't there for me, I suppose and doesn't take away from it, I just wanted more story and plot. Still a cute book, though.
This was a cute extension of a beloved and well known Christian song, Jesus Loves Me. The message that all if God's creation can remind us of Gods love was cool, but....I felt there could have been more actual story. The kid went one a one day journey yet somehow saw all the seasons and places in nature....
Suspension of disbelief wasn't there for me, I suppose and doesn't take away from it, I just wanted more story and plot. Still a cute book, though.
November 17, 2020
An exploration and celebration of faith and the wonder that surrounds us. Gorgeously written and illustrated, the verse flows effortlessly like butter and the powerful message of seeing God's beauty in all the blessings around us, make this a must read. At a time when the world struggles with unprecedented challenges, this beautiful book reminds us of the best in all of us, and our ability, through faith, to weather life's storms to reach better days ahead.
December 5, 2020
This illustrated story is about a family that one day goes on a road trip and sees and cherishes the wonders and the beauty of the world as God created it.
The story is in a poem style with rhymes and the drawings are bright and beautiful, and we really liked it. It reminds us that all that we see in nature around us, however big or small, they are wonderful and Jesus loves us.
I received a free copy of this book but that did not affect my review in any way.
The story is in a poem style with rhymes and the drawings are bright and beautiful, and we really liked it. It reminds us that all that we see in nature around us, however big or small, they are wonderful and Jesus loves us.
I received a free copy of this book but that did not affect my review in any way.
January 19, 2021
My three-year-old loves this book! We read it one night and the next night he was pulling books off the shelf just to find the “camping” book. We love the flow, the gorgeous illustrations, and the simple but profound way it points us to see God all around! I like the variety of real-life examples- beach, stars, fireflies, baby sister, etc. Great book for kids to start making connections to! Would make a great birthday, Easter, or baptism gift as well!
February 26, 2021
Beautiful book
The cover is enough to draw you in, it’s truly beautiful! Then, from the very first page onwards, it has you fall in love with it a little bit more. The illustrations are wonderful and the ability to rhyme well and tell a story of God without being pushy or bias makes this book so amazing. I read the kindle version, but I’ll be buying the hardback for sure, even if just for the gorgeous cover (it’s not just for that). Well done!
The cover is enough to draw you in, it’s truly beautiful! Then, from the very first page onwards, it has you fall in love with it a little bit more. The illustrations are wonderful and the ability to rhyme well and tell a story of God without being pushy or bias makes this book so amazing. I read the kindle version, but I’ll be buying the hardback for sure, even if just for the gorgeous cover (it’s not just for that). Well done!
April 18, 2023
love everything about this book. I love that the story takes you on a great adventure to see God's hand of love in so many places. The illustrations alone are a grand adventure. I love that each page has hidden in it the scripture reference that inspired the page. Kids love to seek things out, and it is the honor of kings to do so!
I also love that it includes a blank page where the kids are encouraged to write down places they see God's love for them.
I also love that it includes a blank page where the kids are encouraged to write down places they see God's love for them.
November 26, 2020
Beautiful book!
First of all, the illustrations in this book are gorgeous! The way it captures the beauty in nature is breathtaking. The story is so sweet, and even more than that, draws your attention to the sweet message that God and His love is at the center of everything. Great job on this one!
First of all, the illustrations in this book are gorgeous! The way it captures the beauty in nature is breathtaking. The story is so sweet, and even more than that, draws your attention to the sweet message that God and His love is at the center of everything. Great job on this one!
December 2, 2020
This is a heartwarming, lyrically written book that shows us God’s beauty around us and reminds the reader how much he loves us.
Children will love the beautiful, colorful, and enchanting illustrations throughout the story.
The beauty of the book and it’s message is one you’ll treasure forever.
Children will love the beautiful, colorful, and enchanting illustrations throughout the story.
The beauty of the book and it’s message is one you’ll treasure forever.
February 26, 2021
Love this book
What a beautiful book this is! It’s based on the song and the author does the most beautiful job with the poetic verse and ideas for ways you can see and feel the love of Jesus in every day gifts. The illustrations are absolutely gorgeous- This is a must have for all Christian families.
What a beautiful book this is! It’s based on the song and the author does the most beautiful job with the poetic verse and ideas for ways you can see and feel the love of Jesus in every day gifts. The illustrations are absolutely gorgeous- This is a must have for all Christian families.
April 9, 2021
God's fingerprints
I loved this sweet story full of reminders of God's love. There are reminders all around us. Creation declares His glory! I like how it was written in rhyme and tied into the beloved song Jesus Loves Me. Great for all believers. The illustrations were great too. I will look up more by this author and add this book to my favorite shelf.
I loved this sweet story full of reminders of God's love. There are reminders all around us. Creation declares His glory! I like how it was written in rhyme and tied into the beloved song Jesus Loves Me. Great for all believers. The illustrations were great too. I will look up more by this author and add this book to my favorite shelf.
August 22, 2021
Simply beautiful!
This book is simply beautiful and heartwarming and a reminder of God's amazing creation of every single thing on this marvelous earth. They all tell us how Jesus loves us and died for our sins so we could be saved to enjoy each and every creation by our Heavenly Father. What a blessing this book is for children and adults ❤️😇🙏
This book is simply beautiful and heartwarming and a reminder of God's amazing creation of every single thing on this marvelous earth. They all tell us how Jesus loves us and died for our sins so we could be saved to enjoy each and every creation by our Heavenly Father. What a blessing this book is for children and adults ❤️😇🙏
December 14, 2022
STUNNING book. As a scientist and practicing Catholic, I found this story to be exactly what I would want younger me to have read. There is such beauty in how Clay intertwines all of creation with a classic church hymn. This book inspires the reader to be curious, recognize God in all things, and accept Jesus' love.
November 24, 2020
What a beautiful book!
My son loved the characters and the animals. He also loved the Jesus loves me so, This I know parts. He kept asking me to read them. This is a beautiful book! Love the colors used!
My son loved the characters and the animals. He also loved the Jesus loves me so, This I know parts. He kept asking me to read them. This is a beautiful book! Love the colors used!
December 11, 2021
This is an amazingly beautiful book with a wonderful message of seeing God in everything around us. Beautifully written, illustrated, and made. Highly recommend!
--Deb Gruelle, Bestselling and Award-winning Children's Book Author
--Deb Gruelle, Bestselling and Award-winning Children's Book Author
January 23, 2022
Loved this book so much!!
I bought three of these to send to the homes of our grandchildren.
Such a sweet story based directly on the song Jesus Loves Me.
Every home should have this picture book on its shelves.
I bought three of these to send to the homes of our grandchildren.
Such a sweet story based directly on the song Jesus Loves Me.
Every home should have this picture book on its shelves.
April 14, 2022
Beautiful, deeply meaningful story
This is a beautifully written and illustrated story about God’s love. A little girl goes on a road trip with her family and sees the beautiful world around her. It is through this beautiful world she see God’s love.
This is a beautifully written and illustrated story about God’s love. A little girl goes on a road trip with her family and sees the beautiful world around her. It is through this beautiful world she see God’s love.
November 26, 2022
The complexity yet innocence found within a children's book will always amaze me. This read was quick and easy, but utterly powerful at the same time. I love reading to my children, especially when it's something meaningful and worthwhile.
November 19, 2020
Unable to read
The print is too small to read on the kindle fire. Illustrations are cute though. Mostly couldn't read the story
The print is too small to read on the kindle fire. Illustrations are cute though. Mostly couldn't read the story
December 4, 2020
Beautifully done!
Beautifully written! Outstandingly illustrated! Gorgeous details. My granddaughter will cherish this book! I will too! Love the cover! Bravo! Bravo!
Beautifully written! Outstandingly illustrated! Gorgeous details. My granddaughter will cherish this book! I will too! Love the cover! Bravo! Bravo!
April 29, 2021
New Favorite
This is now one of my favorite bedtime stories. Pictures are beautiful, rhyming is fun, and Jesus loves me. Two thumbs up
This is now one of my favorite bedtime stories. Pictures are beautiful, rhyming is fun, and Jesus loves me. Two thumbs up
August 21, 2021
Nature of Jesus
Outstanding writing to explain the ways of nature Jesus loves us. I would highly recommend this book to children of all ages.
Outstanding writing to explain the ways of nature Jesus loves us. I would highly recommend this book to children of all ages.
December 16, 2021
oh my gosh-- the hidden verses on each page like a seek and find were an added bonus to this sweet story--a great storybook to remind us of the beauty of our world around us!
April 15, 2022
such a great read!
Our daughter’s absolutely adore this book. Beautifully illustrated and wonderfully written. Highly recommend this book as an addition to your child’s bookshelf.
Our daughter’s absolutely adore this book. Beautifully illustrated and wonderfully written. Highly recommend this book as an addition to your child’s bookshelf.
May 25, 2022
10/10 would read to a child.
Bit of an older one who could sit still, maybe.
It was very cute, very centered around nature, and pointed out how totally tubular God is.
Bit of an older one who could sit still, maybe.
It was very cute, very centered around nature, and pointed out how totally tubular God is.
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