You know how some books, when
combining popular topics with devotionals, just end up lame and disconnected—especially
in books for preteens? Not this one!
In Dinosaur Devotions: 75 Dino Discoveries, Bible Truths, Fun Facts, and
More! by Michelle Medlock Adams and illustrated by Denise Turu, the balance
is right—and admirable. Adams is the right person to create this book: she’s a
prolific author and a dinosaur enthusiast, as well as a lover of Jesus. Those
three qualities shine clearly in this devotional, most suited for ages 8-12.
As I read this book, I first pictured
kids being absorbed in it by themselves, but it could also be used as a family
devotional or a special time for one parent and one or two children. The book
is a size that would appeal to the target audience, and its hard cover is
always a nice touch. As is the presentation page. And it only gets better! Titles
of the devotions include “Giganotosaurus: Be the Best You!,” “Maiasaura: A Good
Father,” and “Pterodaustro: You Are What You Eat.”
Each devotion begins with the name
of a dinosaur, complete with phonetic pronunciation. The lessons and the dino
facts line up brilliantly. For example, the devotional titled “Pterodaustro:
You Are What You Eat,” discusses the dino’s diet. Dino stats are included as
well! After discussing the dino’s diet, the devotional seamlessly segues into
the importance of “eating a steady diet of God’s Word every day” (105). The “Digging
Deeper” section discusses entertainment choices, and the “Jurassic Journaling”
focuses on this scripture: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
for they will be filled” (Matthew 5:6).
Similarly, the devotional about the
Latirhinus is about its atrocious nose. The title is “Big Nose, Don’t Care.”
Discussion follows about traits that hold us back and mentions actor Bruce
Willis who stutters. Readers then reflect about how disadvantages can be turned
into advantages and how God has made us unique.
I highly recommend this book!
The
publisher has provided me with a complimentary copy of this book through
BookSneeze®. I was not required to write a positive review.
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