Thank you, God, for blessing me: A Book Review

Thank you, God, for blessing me by Max Lucado, illustrated by Frank Endersby.

What a delightful little book for beginning readers! Beautifully illustrated to capture the imagination and interest of young children, “Thank you, God, for blessing me”” is a lovely way to introduce the concept of showing and expressing gratitude to God. It places thankfulness right at the heart of everyday life – reminding readers that the simple, common things of daily living can be the cause for praise and the source of blessing. This children’s book is perfect for reading to the youngest infant, but also suitable for older children who may want to read it for themselves.

Young readers easily connect with the rhyming prayer of Hermie, the very cute caterpillar. Hermie is a loveable little character that Lucado uses to convey clear, concise, doctrinally-sound, Biblical truths to even the youngest of his readers (and those who read to them). The length of the book is just right – long enough to be jam-packed with sound teaching and short enough that the children will want to read it again and again – and again!

The chunky little book with its sturdy board covers is easy for little hands to hold and delightfully attractive to look at. Frank Endersby’s illustrations are cute and colourful, with detail that invites the young reader to explore and discover, taking them on an adventurous and satisfying journey through a day in the life of Hermie.

Readers can always rely on Max Lucado to present a strong spiritual message, and Thank you, God, for blessing me definitely does not disappoint on this count.

I would not hesitate to recommend this book to families with young children, and would suggest that it could just as readily be tucked into any welcome-baby gift as it would be well-received by toddlers and children as old as five or six years of age.

Definitely a five-star book!

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