Heaven Is for Real for Kids: A Little Boy's Astounding Story of His Trip to Heaven and Back – International Edition Author: Visit Amazon's Todd Burpo Page | Language: English | ISBN:
0785237518 | Format: PDF
Heaven Is for Real for Kids: A Little Boy's Astounding Story of His Trip to Heaven and Back – International Edition Description
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If you have a television, you’ve probaly seen Colton Burpo, the boy who died and went to heaven, and then returned to tell about it. The original Heaven Is for Real (2010) spent time on the New York Times best-seller list, so not unexpectedly a spin-off for children is now available. One of the book’s major problems is that nowhere does it mention how Colton got to heaven (i.e., how his appendix burst and he “died”), so young readers may wonder how it is that Colton knows “Jesus really, really loves children!” Told in first person, Colton’s story also describes how he met John the Baptist, Samson, and his great-grandfather, among others. He had extensive conversations with God, and played with animals from dogs to lions. The introduction notes that art was done under Colton’s direction to reflect what heaven looks like, which seems to mirror what you might find on cheap greeting cards. Biblical texts extend the art, and eight “questions kids ask” are appended. For instance, do we get wings in heaven? “Colton clearly remembers wings.” The original book’s popularity may spark demand for this one. Grades K-2. --Ilene Cooper
--This text refers to the
Hardcover
edition.
About the Author
Todd Burpo is pastor of Crossroads Wesleyan and a volunteer fireman. He and his wife, Sonja, have four children: Colton is an active teenager; he has an older sister, Cassie; a younger brother, Colby; and a very special sister he met in heaven, yet to be named.
Sonja Burpo is a busy mom, pastor's wife, and office manager for a local real estate company. A certified elementary teacher, Sonja is passionate about children's ministry and helping women work through the difficulty of miscarriage.
--This text refers to the
Hardcover
edition.
- Paperback: 32 pages
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson Inc (J); Int edition (November 8, 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0785237518
- ISBN-13: 978-0785237518
- Product Dimensions: 9 x 9 inches
- Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
HEAVEN IS FOR REAL FOR KIDS by Todd and Sonja Burpo, as told by Colton Burpo
Illustrated by Wilson Ong
A Little Boy's Astounding Story of His Trip to Heaven and Back
I still have chills after reading this book. After hearing so much about the #1 New York Times bestseller Heaven is For Real by Todd Burpo, I was thrilled at the opportunity to review this version for children, as told by Colton Burpo. If you aren't familiar with this story, little Colton visited Heaven during life-threatening emergency surgery and returned with intricate, Biblically-accurate details about his experience.
First of all, the illustrations in this book are absolutely breathtaking. The colors are so vibrant, and artist Wilson Ong made the story come alive in a way that will capture the minds and hearts of young readers.
Admittedly, I was a little skeptical. I would imagine that a lot of people are pretty hesitant to believe this story. But, now that I've read the children's version, I will be reading the grown-up version--immediately.
The part of the story that really struck me was that in Heaven, Colton was greeted by his older sister, who (lost in a miscarriage) he didn't even know existed. I realize that some people are doubtful, but you really must read this book for yourself. The book also comes with a Q&A section and a guide for parents.
Heaven is For Real for Kids is written in Colton's own words about his experience. Young kids will easily be able to grasp Colton's simple phrasing and descriptions, and once again, each page is illustrated beautifully. The message of love will surely bring peace, comfort, and joy to all who read it.
As a parent, I highly, highly recommend this book for all children and expectant parents!
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