I have recently discovered the wonderful artwork of P. J. Lynch. I was drawn to the beautiful cover of the book. I am not disappointed by the contents. The story is short but beautiful and the artwork multiplies the message. Beautifully Done!!!!!
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This wonderful book is deeply spiritual without advocating any one religion. A Christian family could read it together and take as much from it as a Jewish or Pagan family could.A simple walk in the woods with Grandad plants the seeds of prayer in a young boys heart, seeds which help him grow when his grandad has passed and feels very alone."Each living thing gives its life to the beauty of all life, and that gift is its...
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Like Wood's book, Old Turtle, this story is more for adults than for the children they'll read it to - the illustrations (a different illustrator) are beautiful, using soft autumn watercolor tones to illustrate grandfather as he speaks with his grandchild about nature, spirit and the connection all people have to one another.Essentially this is a book about loss, dying and eternal life. It can be a beginning point for...
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Heartfelt and warm, without going overboard on the emotions. I especially liked the way this book showed the love of the Grandfather for his grandson and vice versa. It's portrays a lasting and wonderful relationship. Perfect for my teenage boys. One of the best picture books I have read. I am sure this will become an instant classic that will stand the test of time. Douglas Wood's writing is concise with perfect timing,...
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Truly this is one of the most beautiful children's books I've read in years. The illustrations are gorgeous, capturing both the awesome splendor of nature and the love between the boy and his grandfather. The message is one of spirit, communion with nature, love, and communication. No religious path is specified and none need be. The message this book contains is universal. Ralph Waldo Emerson would have loved it.
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In celebration of National Children's Book Week, Thriftbooks enlisted OnePoll to survey 2,000 Americans about what they remember from their favorite childhood volumes. And what we learned turned into a pretty sweet story.