Children's Book Rreview and Giveaway: Rufus and Ryan Go to Church by Kathleen Long Bostrom, illus by Rebecca Thornburgh

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Back to school time can me changes for the younger kids in the house too!

Synopsis:

In Rufus and Ryan Go to Church!, four-year-old Ryan explains to his stuffed monkey, Rufus, what is happening as they attend church on Sunday morning. He lets Rufus know when it’s time to sing and to pray and to be quiet. Author Kathleen Bostrom brings a delightfully light touch to the text as she provides an introduction to an experience that most children are exposed to long before they understand why. And children everywhere will relate to the idea of explaining their surroundings to their favorite companions as they go about their daily activities.

This is just one of the first titles in a new series of inspirational books for preschoolers.

About the Rufus and Ryan

Rufus and Ryan is a new series of books for preschoolers, featuring Ryan, an energetic little boy, and his stuffed monkey Rufus. Basic Christian and church concepts serve as the foundation of the series, with an additional focus on character traits and development. The text is presented in young Ryan’s voice as he teaches Rufus about the concepts he is learning himself. Each story is about 150 words, using age-appropriate vocabulary and themes. Also available now, Rufus and Ryan Say Their Prayers

Review:  This is an adorable book tat introduces young children to what happens at church, and for those already attending the full service,what happens during and after is confirmed. For Miss Grace it was an excellent early reader and she flew through it, with help on some words! I wish we would have had the series when she was much younger! The idea behind the books is great- to bring aspects of the Christian faith to young children, in ways they can understand. Rufus and Ryan Celebrate Easter is the next book to be written in the series! We highly recommend the book!

About the Author

Kathleen Long Bostrom is a published children’s author in both the Christian and trade markets. She has a Master’s in Christian Education and a Doctorate of Ministry in Preaching, and she has worked in children’s ministry for many years. Kathy and her husband, Greg, have three grown children and live in Illinois. Check out her website for more!

About the Illustrator 

Rebecca Thornburgh began illustrating children’s books full-time in 1996 and today has almost 100 books to her name. Rebecca’s vibrant watercolors have been showcased in previous Ideals titles, including the new edition of The Story of Christmas. She lives in Philadelphia with her husband and two daughters. Check out her website for more.

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