faithfulflora's review
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
5.0
This book made me teary. It's such a good summary of the Bible that puts the main point clearly: either you're friends with God through Jesus, or you're not. A beautiful book to invite children to choose Jesus for themselves.
The illustrations are gorgeous.
The illustrations are gorgeous.
cleansky7's review
fast-paced
1.0
“jesus says, god says it is wonderful to live with him. but because of your sin, you can’t come in. but i died on the cross to take your sin, so all my friends can now come in. let’s say, ‘thank you, king jesus. you’re amazing!’”
i personally don’t believe in teaching toddlers about their sin, but instead focusing on jesus’ unconditional love for them (which is why i prefer the jesus storybook bible by sally lloyd-jones).
i personally don’t believe in teaching toddlers about their sin, but instead focusing on jesus’ unconditional love for them (which is why i prefer the jesus storybook bible by sally lloyd-jones).
bookishmiss's review
medium-paced
4.5
The engaging writing and unique illustrations in this book combine beautifully to share the story of God's plan of redemption for the world. I love that "...this book is the story of the whole Bible (but a lot shorter!)" told in a way that is suited to young children. Beginning with Creation and the fall, it points to our own sin and need for salvation, shares the promise of eternal life - and shows how the Easter story of Jesus' death and resurrection is essential to it all.
tmonda's review
5.0
My boys and I loved this book and I highly recommend it to all parents (and non-parents). It really encouraged discussion in my boys about creation, sin, Jesus and salvation.
joshrskinner's review
4.0
"Because of your sin, you can't come in."
The Garden, the Curtain, and the Cross tells the biblical story of what was lost in the garden, why the "keep out curtain" existed, and what the Cross accomplished. This book is a treasure. It tells a facet of the story that is not addressed in most kids books, most books in general, and does so in a compelling way. The illustrations are what you would expect from Catalina Echeverri: beautiful, unique, and pairing perfectly with the text and overall theme.
https://youtu.be/IHwr70bJlZ8
The Garden, the Curtain, and the Cross tells the biblical story of what was lost in the garden, why the "keep out curtain" existed, and what the Cross accomplished. This book is a treasure. It tells a facet of the story that is not addressed in most kids books, most books in general, and does so in a compelling way. The illustrations are what you would expect from Catalina Echeverri: beautiful, unique, and pairing perfectly with the text and overall theme.
https://youtu.be/IHwr70bJlZ8
beautifulmessreads's review
5.0
This book is incredible and a fantastic Easter book that isn't all fluffy bunnies.