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I Belong is a well-written devotional book to use for teaching young children about Question and Answer 1 of the Heidelberg Catechism. Throughout this book, the author does a remarkable job breaking down this Q&A into shorter phrases and explaining each phrase in language that is easy for young children to understand. Each phrase has an accompanying story (or two) which explain the meaning of the phrase, while also introducing young children to important doctrines of the Reformed faith. An accompanying Bible verse can also be found on each page, which is a wonderful way to tie this Q&A to the Word of God. The detailed and realistic illustrations, along with colorful fonts throughout the book, will make you and your children want to keep turning to the next page. My children ask me to read this book to them every night, and we are currently working our way through I Belong for devotions before bed. Using this book has provided a wonderful opportunity for many thoughtful discussions about how we belong to God, who God is, Jesus dying on the cross, what it means to be a righteous child of God, what Heaven is like, and much more. Throughout the different stories, the author has incorporated many thought provoking questions, which provide us a chance to momentarily pause and discuss. As I read this book with my children, I know they are understanding and learning about God and doctrine, but they are also able to begin memorizing this important Q&A of the Heidelberg Catechism.
This book is a wonderful means for parents to spend time with their children teaching them important doctrinal truths from the word of God. Each 2-page spread features a phrase from Question and Answer 1. This phrase is printed on a page with beautiful, realistic illustrations. Accompanying the phrase is a short paragraph that concisely explains the phrase from the Catechism. The opposite page contains a devotional to read to or with children. The way that the devotional is written will lend itself to good, solid discussions between parent and child. There are questions woven through the text that will allow parents to pause and talk with their child. Additionally, each section contains a story that any child will be able to relate to. They are stories based on school and home situations that will resonate with children. Also, sprinkled through the text are colored words and phrases. The content of this book is simple and easy to understand. Yet, I appreciate that the author presented important, meaningful content in such a way as to not seem fluffy, or trivial. The language used indicates that she has an understanding of a child’s ability to comprehend these significant topics without watering down the material. Much about the book makes it appealing for a child to read. Children appreciate variety in text. The text boxes, different sized, and different colored fonts draw readers to the book. This book will make a valuable addition to your home or classroom library.
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