Simon and the Easter Miracle ~ A Traditional Tale for Easter

 

ISBN-10: 0745960588

 

ISBN-13: 978-0745960586

 

Simon and the Easter Miracle is a version of a traditional folk tale.  The story begins with Simon, a simple farmer going  to Jerusalem to sell his wares.  It just so happens that it is the same day that Jesus was being led to his crucifixion. Roman soldiers order Simon to help  carry Jesus’ cross and with that one act, Simon’s life changes forever!

 

The story is gently told and the illustrations are just gorgeous!  Small children will love this book and it is a book that children of any age will enjoy!

 

Many thanks to Kregel Publishers for the opportunity to review this book. My review is an honest reflection of how I feel about this book.

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Easter Resurrection Rolls

Stop on over at Sandra’s to see what everyone else is cooking!

Source: adapted from Chas at Heritage Acre Farm and Cathy’s World

(picture courtesy of Clubhouse)

Ingredients:

1 can refrigerated roll or crescent roll dough.

8 large marshmallows

melted butter

cinnamon

sugar

Directions:

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.

Give each child one triangle-shaped section of crescent roll. (This represents the tomb)

Each child takes one marshmallow. (The marshmallow represents the body of Christ and His purity)

Dip the marshmallow in the butter. (This represents the oils of embalming)

Roll in the cinnamon and sugar mixture. (This represents the spices Christ’s body was anointed with upon burial)

Lay the marshmallow on the dough and carefully wrap it around the marshmallow, bringing the seams over the marshmallow and sealing them. (This represents the wrapping of Jesus’ body after death)

Place in oven at 350 degrees and bake for 10-12 minutes. (This represents the tomb; pretend like it is three days and nights)

When done, allow them to cool.

The children can open their rolls and discover that Jesus is no longer there; the tomb is empty!

HE IS RISEN!

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Amon’s Adventure: A Family Story for Easter ~ Storybook Fridays

 We’re taking a weekend break so I wanted to post early and wish you all a Happy Easter!

 

 

ISBN-10:0825441714

ISBN-13: 978-0825441714

Categories: Easter, Faith, Fiction

Recommended Ages: 9-12

Here’s the description from the publisher:

Thirteen year old Amon, the son of Jotham and Tabitha, enjoys playing with this friends but is also eager to join his father in the temple court where only men are allowed. So when his father is falsely accused of a terrible crime, Amon willingly sacrifices his childhood ways in hopes of saving Jotham’s life. 

Along the way, he sees the jubilant crowds that gathered on Palm Sunday, hears the Messiah address the angry mob, is present during the daring betrayal of Judas Iscariot, and witnesses the ultimate sacrifice made on Good Friday.

Continuing the tradition of the popular Advent books – Jotham’s Journey, Bartholomew’s Passage, and Tabitha’s Travels  - this captivating story will take you through Lent with read aloud chapters and short devotionals to help make Easter a meaningful season of relection and worship.

 Our Review:

Amon’s Adventure  by Arnold Ytree is a wonderful family read-aloud story!  

The story is enchanting and the devotionals are insightful.  It can lead to some wonderful learning, a deeper understanding of the season of Lent and of course, the true meaning of Easter. 

The introduction chapter contains one of the best descriptions and understanding of Lent that I have read. It also includes a  guide to parents and teachers.

Each chapter (28 total) has a short devotional at the end allowing you and your children to explore a deeper understanding and meaning of Lent/Easter.   

Another really neat bonus is that this book is linked to the author’s website and contains special features (click here) that enhance the children’s (and everyone’s)  learing while having fun.

We highly recommend this book! 

Click here  for more information on this book and the website’s special features!

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Storybook Fridays ~ Easter DVD Edition!

 

Here are two wonderful Veggie Tale Easter dvd’s that kids of ALL ages will enjoy.  (For those of you who have Net#flix – these videos are on instant watch)

An Easter Carol

Twas the Night Before Easter

(Release date: March 2011)

 

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Easter Unit Study, Copy Work and Place Cards

I know Easter is only a few days away but I just found this and wanted to pass it along:

Click Here  to get more information and download these wonderful resources!

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