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Children's Books that Nurture the Spirit

by Louise Margaret Granahan

Book Details

Publisher:Wood Lake Publishing Inc.
Published:2003
Pages:258
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

Age Range:4-8

About This Book

Children develop in so many ways - physically, intellectually, socially and spiritually. Story is just one of the ways to foster and support a child's faith development. They can find role models in the positive characters in literature, and develop empathy for others when they see a different point of view presented. Children's Books that Nurture the Spirit is an introduction to quality children's literature for spiritual development. The most current and readily available children's literature

Our Review

This thoughtful guide offers parents and caregivers a curated selection of contemporary children's literature specifically chosen to support a child's spiritual development. It moves beyond traditional religious texts to highlight readily available picture books and stories where children can encounter positive role models and explore different perspectives. The focus is on using narrative as a gentle, accessible tool for fostering empathy, kindness, and a deeper sense of connection to the world. This resource provides a meaningful pathway to discuss big questions and inner values through the shared experience of reading.

What makes this collection distinctive is its practical, modern approach to nurturing a child's inner life through the power of story. It is an invaluable tool for any adult—whether parent, grandparent, or educator—seeking to build a child's character and emotional resilience through literature. By focusing on current and easily obtainable books, it removes the barrier of searching for obscure titles and places a world of spiritually enriching stories directly into a family's hands. This guide empowers readers to create moments of profound connection and reflection, helping to shape compassionate and thoughtful young individuals.

Themes

Education

Subjects

Education