EASTER READS

EASTER READS

It's Easter download day! I've pulled some wonderful books to share with you. Some are not necessarily Easter related directly, but stick with me, and I'll share my thoughts on how they parallel the greatest story of all! I'm also going to give you a peek inside a couple of the books listed.

Rechenka's Eggs by Patricia Polacco- I will forever beat the drum telling of our love for Polacco's books. You just can't go wrong! Typically her books are based off of true life experiences, but this one is a sweet Easter take where kindness is repaid.

Miz Fannie Mae's Fine New Easter Hat by Melissa Milich- Momma needs a new hat for Easter, but nobody anticipated the surprise that came with it!

The Ugly Duckling by Hans Christian Anderson illustrated by Jerry Pinkney- As I was pulling books out and noticed this one, I was reminded of how ugly in sin we are until Christ changes us. It may be a bit of a reach, but there is certainly a theme of "new life" in this classic fairy tale.

Resurrection iWitness by Doug Powell - Powell goes through and examines evidence for Christ's resurrection. It also includes some of the theories and why they couldn't work. This book may be a lift the flap book, but it is one for older kids - Upper elementary and above.

There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Chick by Lucille Colandro - If you enjoy There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly, you'll enjoy this Easter version.

Miss Fannie's Hat by Jan Karon - Miss Fannie always wears a hat. They each hold very special memories for her. This Easter her church needs money to help the building be restored. Can Miss Fannie part with one of her hats to help raise the money?

Amon's Adventure by Arnold Ytreeide- This delightful book will take you right into Jerusalem during the days of Jesus' ministry. Follow along with Amon, a 13-year-old boy, as he tries to prove his father's innocence and meets Jesus along the way.

A Tale for Easter by Tasha Tudor- A sweet, little book that shows all the delightful ways a family prepares for Easter in Tasha Tudor's delightful way.

One Lost Sheep by Rhonda Gowler Greene - the amazing parable by Jesus that demonstrates what his earthly mission was. Each of us (who are saved) was a lost sheep pursued and rescued by Christ.