Count Your Blessings

This book by Donna Cooner takes a popular hymn by Johnson Oatman, Jr. and creates a wonderful visual experience to share with your child. The hymn's refrain surrounds counting blessings 1-10, two different times. The vibrant colors portray children enjoying the blessings of childhood - a trip to the zoo, losing a tooth, or receiving a hug. This encourages parents to find ten more unique blessings for their own child. The music, written by Edwin Excell, is provided on the end papers - very kind for those of us without the gift of singing in key. The jacket recommends ages 3-7, but I feel it is stimulating for any age.