Brittany’s Book Nook — Book Review: God Bless Me, God Bless You

God Bless Me, God Bless You
Author: Lois Rock
Illustrator: John Bendall-Brunello
Hello Boys and Girls! What time of day do you find it easiest to pray? Does it seem easier first thing in the morning? Do you ever thank God for the food you eat? Maybe you find it soothing to end your day on a good note with God.

God Bless Me, God Bless You is a sweet nighttime prayer book, fit for the younger ages. Children from preschool through first grade will delight in the colorful and fun artwork, produced by John Bendall-Brunello. A preschoolers nighttime routine often includes blessing everyone from older siblings to the family dog. Parents find the rhyming words easy for children to understand. Knowing that God, and the nighttime creatures will keep their loved ones and pets safe is comforting. Parents will find that reading a prayer like the one in this book will help their children to get the sleep they desperately need.

Prayer is important for all ages. Talking to God does not have to be hard. In fact, children as young as one who say “amen” helps them play a part in giving Jesus thanks for all that He gives us. Older children may also need help finding the words to say to God. It is important to remember that sometimes it is not how you say it, but it is what you say that makes an impact on God. Remember children, if you think God is “too busy” to hear your prayer, don’t worry, anytime of day, wherever you are, God always listens.