Title: Where Jesus Slept
Author: Norma Lewis
Illustrator: Katy Hudson
Publisher: Worthy Kids
Pages: 32
ISBN: 978-0-8249-5679-0
Publication Date: October 4th, 2016

Synopsis:

“This is the bed where Jesus slept. This is the straw that lined the bed where Jesus slept.” From here, the story builds with each spread, adding a new element and explaining the relationships among the participants and witnesses to the first Christmas. From Jesus sleeping sweetly to the wise men bringing gifts, this charming book reminds readers young and not-so-young of the joyous event we celebrate at Christmastime. Children will love the delightful illustrations and the engaging repetition in this cumulative tale.

Review:
It is hard to believe we are already half way through November. Christmas is fast approaching. It may not feel like it just yet here, but I'm excited none-the-less. Christmas is an amazing time of the year. There are so many things to look forward to. One of my favorite traditions is pulling out my old favorite Christmas stories and sharing them with my kiddo.

Where Jesus Slept is one of those stories, that you want to hang on to and add it to your Christmas book collection. This was a beautifully illustrated story! The rhyming was a good pace and kept it smooth for reading aloud.

For young children, explaining the story of Jesus' birth can bring about some questions, "What is a manger?" "What does a stable look like?" This book I thought broke it down in a sweet way to point out to young children the story of baby Jesus and made it understandable to them. The color and pictures of the book just popped off of the page and brought the story all together perfectly.

I also enjoyed how the book started and ended with Bible verses. They were the perfect bookends.

Too Read
5 out of 5

About the Author:
Norma Lewis is the author of ten books, including Connecting the Coasts: The Race to Build the Transcontinental Railroad and Kasey's River Song. She lives in Grand Haven, Michigan, with a marmalade cat named Scalawag. They both love spending time with her six grandchildren, ranging in age from three to twenty. 

About the Illustrator:

Thank you FlyBy Promotions, I recieved a copy of this book for free in exchange for an honest review.

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Waiting On:
Title: Murder on the Moor
Author: Julianna Deering
Publisher: Bethany House
Publication Date: January 3rd, 2016

Synopsis:
From GoodReads

Mystery Awaits on the Mysterious Yorkshire Moors 

At the urgent request of an old school friend, Drew and Madeline Farthering come to Bloodworth Park Lodge in the midst of the Yorkshire moors, a place as moody and mysterious as a BrontE hero. There have been several worrisome incidents out on the moor--property destroyed, fires started, sheep and cattle scattered--and worst of all, the vicar has been found dead on the steps of the church. 

Drew's friend is obviously smitten with his bride of eight months, though it's hard to imagine what she sees in the awkward man. Drew can't help wondering if her affections lie more with the man's money and estate, while her romantic interests focus on their fiery Welsh gamekeeper. As the danger grows ever closer, it's up to Drew to look past his own prejudices, determine what is really going on, and find the killer before it's too late.

Why I'm Waiting:
I have really enjoyed this series so far. I love the setting and the time period that it is set in. Julianna's writing is fun and captures everything in a way that draws you into the story. The mysteries keep you reading and guessing through out the story.

What are you waiting on this week?

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