Using the song, "Jesus Loves Me," this lyrical picture book explores the many ways God show His love through the natural world.

This delightful picture book brings the childhood song, "Jesus Loves Me," to life, as a child  and her family explore God's creation together. In the course of a single day, God's love is discovered--whether through the beauty of a rainbow, the magnificence of a mountain range, or the vastness of a star-studded sky--each page unfolds a different way that God's creation speaks of His love.  

Written in lyrical rhyme, with different variations of the first stanza of "Jesus Loves Me" on each spread, readers are invited to consider the natural world through the lens of God's love, and perhaps discover new meaning in the beloved song, as well. With gorgeous illustrations that bring each lovely page to life, and themes of love, hope, and family, this book is perfect for gift-giving on special occasions, or snuggling up with before bedtime.

Here are a few activities that align with the themes of this book:

• Go out and explore the natural world, wherever you live. What do you observe? How might those things reflect God's love for you?
• Plan a road trip together, like the family in the book. What places will you visit? 
• If you don't know the song, "Jesus Loves Me," you can listen to it here. If you do know it, try singing it, and then write a poem, or draw a picture, about His love for you.
• Conversation starters:  "Have you ever thought about all the ways God show His love?" "Have you ever felt or experienced God's love for you? If so, what happened and what was that like?" "Identify someone who loves you. What are some ways they show their love? What are some ways you can show love to others?" 

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A tender tribute to horses and the unique bond humans share with them.

Sometimes, the most wonderful things in life begin with a dream.  In a sense, that's what this enchanting picture book is all about--inspiring a dream. Through gorgeous language and lovely illustrations, readers will delve into the wonderful world of horse riding. They'll discover different breeds of horses and identify their markings, colors, and characteristics. They will learn what it takes to care for a horse, the equipment required to ride a horse, and two distinct traditions of horseback riding. And as they learn, they may even uncover a dream--the desire to connect with a horse, too!

While the illustrations reflect a childlike simplicity, the delicious language and distinct voice evokes the sounds and scents of a barn, compelling readers to ponder the joys of the equestrian realm. Detailed and informative back matter correlates with the text to give readers an opportunity to learn and discover even more about equine activities. 

Here are a few activities that align with the themes of this book:

• ​Visit a horse barn and observe the horses. Can you identify the different breeds? Can you recognize the various markings? Draw a picture of, or write a story about, your favorite horse.
• Observe a horse barn. What does it smell like? What does it look like? What sounds do you hear? What different textures do you feel? Write a poem about the things you experienced in the barn.
• Check out this website for free printable activities and more information.
• Conversation starters:  "Have you ever ridden a horse? If so, what was that like? How did it make you feel?" "Do you dream of riding, or even owning, a horse? Why or why not?" "The child in the story dreams of horses. When you close your eyes, what do you dream about?"

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A delightfully clever counting book packed with engaging learning opportunities!

This colorful picture book makes practicing counting backwards a "SNAP!" With ten birds perched on a single twig, something is bound to go wrong. As the twig starts to break, and birds begin to fall, a new plan emerges. What will the little birds do with all the broken pieces? The surprise ending proves that when things break all around, a little teamwork and resourcefulness can go a long way.

Alive with colorful illustrations and short, punchy rhymes, this book begs to be read aloud! Readers will enjoy engaging with the text, counting down, adding up, identifying colors and patterns, comparing sizes, and predicting what comes next. There are so many educational opportunities in this lovable little book, and young learners will want to read it again and again! And, with the twist ending, it's the perfect choice for snuggling, cuddling, and reading before bedtime.

Here are a few activities that align with the themes of this book:

• Go birdwatching! Bring binoculars if you'd like, or just use your eyes (and ears!) to spot the birds. Can you identify them? How many did you see? What colors did you observe?  Choose one of your favorites and draw a picture of it.
• For practice counting backwards, play hide and seek. Start at 10 or 20, and count backwards!
• For more fun extension activities, check out this website!
• Conversation starters:  "Which do you enjoy more, counting forwards or backwards? Why?" "In the story, the little birds used their broken twigs to create something. If you were the little birds, what would you have made with the broken twigs?" "What is your favorite type of bird? Why?"

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