Picture Books

A compelling story captivates us in a way that a textbook never can.  Tell me a fact about life and I might remember it. Tell me a story about life, a story that connects to my mind, heart, and soul and I'm bound to remember it.

The Lord made us for stories and He revealed Himself in a story.

Listen in for a short reflection on how the narrative of Scripture changes the narrative of motherhood from one of self-focused grumbling to God-honoring delight.

Listen Here

And then grab a pile of delightful books and snuggle up with the kids on the couch or on the front steps to read some really great stories.

Farmhouse by Sophie Blackall

Brambly Hedge series by Jill Barklem (Absolutely one of our favorites!)

Beatrix Potter the Complete Tales (Peter Rabbit) —Although there are lots of simplified versions of Potter’s stories, I recommend just reading the real thing!

The Rocky Mountain Railroad & the Runaway Caboose by Glenn Brooks (Hard to find but worth it!!)

Five o'clock Charlie Paperback by Marguerite Henry

The Seven Silly Eaters by Mary Ann Hoberman

Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel by Virginia Lee Burton

A Pocketful of Cricket Paperback by Rebecca Caudill (If you are a mom of boys you will love this!!)

Katy and the Big snow by Virginia Lee Burton

Finding Winnie: The True Story of the World's Most Famous Bear by Lindsay Mattick (Author), Sophie Blackall (Illustrator)

The Tale of Three Trees: A Traditional Folktale by Angela Elwell Hunt (Author), Tim Jonke (Illustrator)