Bee Attitudes: A Devotional for Families with Young Readers
Lane, Becky
Synopsis "Bee Attitudes: A Devotional for Families with Young Readers"
No matter how hard Bennett Bee tries to succeed on his soccer team, he fails. In fact, his whole team seems to just lose one game after another. As his frustration continues to mount, Granddad Bee decides it is time to step in and teach Bennett about the Bee Attitudes-that is, the lessons taught by a Man named Jesus in His Sermon on the Mount. As the soccer season continues, Granddad teaches Bennett that winning or losing doesn't matter. Blessings come to those who follow God's Word.In this short devotional for young children, Becky Lane uses God's smallest creatures to teach big lessons that will stick with your child as they face their own failures and disappointments.Endorsments"The Bee Attitudes is a 'game of faith' devotional for young readers, combining colorful illustrations with an engaging writing style and game-themed narrative that will captivate very young readers while teaching valuable life lessons. Discussion questions at the end of each day's devotion invite families to engage in meaningful conversations about faith and values. Scripture, "Sticky Notes," a glossary, and the questions for discussion add depth to the devotional and provide homeschoolers and educators with classroom potential. The blend of storytelling and vibrant illustrations offers an introduction to the Beatitudes in a way children will understand and appreciate."-Kim ChildressBook Editor for Girls' Life magazine and owner of Ink-a-Dink Children's Bookstore"Families with young children will love this new devotional by Becky Lane. The author packs so much into the pages that this book will keep kids on the edge of their seats! Life lessons as well as biblical references are sprinkled in between fictional stories that feature bees as the main characters. Bee Attitudes is a creative and meaningful way to introduce children to the Beatitudes found in Matthew 5. The discussion questions will stimulate conversations to help children apply the teachings of Jesus to their everyday lives. As an added bonus, colorful illustrations will delight young readers as well as the parents and teachers who share this delightful book with their children."-Crystal Bowmanbestselling award winning author of more than 100 books for children includingOur Daily Bread for Kids and Good Morning God Loves You "Becky Lane's new book intertwines Scripture, colorful illustrations, and a story early readers can relate to. Bennett, a young bee, struggles with soccer and self-worth, but Granddad is there to guide him. Centered on Matthew 5, Bee Attitudes is a devotional that families will love to read together. Discussion questions, Bible verses, and big ideas called "sticky notes" are there for families with young readers to buzz into. I'll be sharing this one with my grandkids." -Michelle Medlock Adamsmulti award-winning author of more than 100 books includingLove Connects Us All, The Dachshund Dash, Cuddle-Up Prayers, and Our God is Bigger Than That!
