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Hardcover Grandad's Prayers of the Earth Book

ISBN: 076360660X

ISBN13: 9780763606602

Grandad's Prayers of the Earth

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A beautiful and moving picture book about the bond between a grandparent and child--and the enduring spirit of love. "Grandad and I likes to go for walks in the woods together. We didn't walk very far. Or very fast. Or very straight. While we walked, I would ask him questions about things I wasn't sure of. One day, I asked Grandad about prayers. "'Did you know, boy, ' Grandad whispered, 'that trees pray?'" Grandad is the boy's best friend. Being with him always makes the world seem right. And how vast that world is. A world of tall trees that reach for the clouds and sun and moon and stars--and what else is reaching for heaven but a prayer? Each time that he and Grandad walk in the woods, the boy listens for the prayers of the earth. And while he isn't always sure he hears them, Grandad's words inspire him to keep listening. Finally, the boy asks the hardest question of all: "Are our prayers answered, Grandad?" And, one day, long after Grandad is gone, after many, many prayers, after the boy is grown, he understands Grandad's reply: "Most prayers are not really questions. And if we listen very closely, a prayer is often its own answer." Douglas Wood, author of OLD TURTLE, has written a wise and moving story for readers of all ages. With paintings by acclaimed artist P. J. Lynch, this beautiful and uplifting picture book just may change your life forever.

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Rated 5 stars
Grandad's Prayers of the Earth is a touching tale of love.

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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An Absolutely Beautiful Book

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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If you loved Old Turtle....

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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Grandad's Prayers for the Earth

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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Pure Beauty and Spirit

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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