Heaven is for Real for kids is a children's book telling the story of Colton Burpo. When Colton was 3 years old he had to have emergency surgery and during the surgery he took a trip to heaven. I know it's hard to believe as this is certainly not an every day occurrence! God wants us to have the faith of a child, does he not? In his story, Colton tells of meeting Jesus, playing with the animals (yes, he says there are animals in heaven! And they all get along!), how beautiful heaven is, and all about the multitudes of angels. He also tells about meeting his big sister and his great grandfather that he never even knew he had. (They do not mention this part in the book, but his big sister and great grandfather had passed away before he was born.)
The book is lovely and conforting for children. It shows how heaven is a wonderful place where no one ever gets sick or old. Everyone is happy and glad to be there. I think this is perfect for any age as we all want to be reassured that heaven is real and not frightening. There are also questions at the end of the book for further discussion with your child.
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6 comments:
we've been wanting to read this! our walmart is always outta the good books..small town..LOL.
i watched him on 20/20 and of course cried liek a baby when he said he met his big sister...lets me know that my ella is growing there even though she never made it to this earth to meet anyone :)
That book looks cute. :) But I really came over to tell ya that I nominated your blog for two little awards. I know it's cheesy! But hopefully you'll have time to play...or at least get a little warm n' fuzzy moment knowing I think you're terrific. ;)
...danielle
I have read Heaven is For Real and LOVED it such an amazing story, I had no idea they releases a children's version! Thanks for sharing...
I read this book shortly after it came out and I loved it from start to finish. Two thumbs up all the way!
I really enjoyed this book Lori and am passing it around for my my friends to read too. What a wonderful idea to do a version for kids.
Lindsay
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I didn't know they had a kid's version. May have to check that out.
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