Prayer is a spiritual discipline in progress for me and I want my kiddos to grow along with me. And I love Laura Wifler. But, I was on the fence about purchasing this book. Like, did we really need another book? And is not prayer pretty self explanatory?

However, I decided to go ahead and get this one. And I am so glad I did! This book comprehensively covers the history, need for, and how tos of prayer, all in a beautifully illustrated, approachable, and fun way. My 3 year old sat still and listened to the entire book in one sitting and it sparked some good conversations.

I heartily recommend this book and look forward to continuing to use it in discipling my daughters!

* I voluntarily received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and all thoughts are my own.

This storybook is Gospel-centered, using simple words to walk children through the beginning of time and ways Adam and Eve communicated with God. It carries through the fall of man when sin entered the world, and shows that even though our relationship with God changed because of sin, our communication with Him could still be any time, any place.

The story continues to show Jesus arrival, life, death and resurrection, and the intercession of the Holy Spirit. It reinforces the idea that God has always provided a way to communicate with Him. It shows how we can express our love for Him as well as our needs for forgiveness, guidance and help. The book continues with intercession for others, gratitude for what God has given us and demonstrates a handful of places kids can pray, reminding them that any time, any place is perfect for prayer!

The illustrations in this storybook are so sweet and engaging! My daughter, age 3, loved pointing out the various expressions and activities the children and people in this book were doing. The illustrations are diverse, both showing people of color and inclusive of children with disabilities. On many pages, there are little blurbs giving short, child-like examples of prayer.

In summary, this book offers a very BIG, important truth in a simple way that is easy for children to grasp and understand while also depicting a picture of the Gospel and the various roles of the Holy Trinity. I believe this is an excellent conversation starter for children on the importance of prayer while showing children both how and when to pray and I highly recommend it!

Outstanding!

Clear and practical examples of prayer, beginning in the Garden of Eden until arrival at the gates of heaven.

"Until then, we can talk with God - any time, any place, any prayer."

It's a book that children will want to read over and over again.