You and your child will enjoy the traditional prayers, inspiring all the more because of the precious illustrations by Eloise Wilkin (1904-1987), who illustrated many in the series of classic Golden Books.
I like that the hardcover stays sturdy over the years - right into adulthood. You don't have to worry that the book will fall apart with much loved use. It your kids are rough and tumble a book's sturdiness is something to consider when choosing amongst several similar books.
The visual impact of each page is a comfort just to look at, over and over, as each prayer is developing spiritual guidelines for living.
About the illustrations - to me they are the best part of the little book - the children with soft whisps of hair, round cheeked faces and kind expressions all the children share.
I remember as a child I wanted to be just like the little girls in the book, so as an adult I have seen how important it is to give our children just the right books to read as they may be influenced, as I was, long past childhood.
I am so glad that the Little Golden Book series has endured over the years. It goes to show that which is worthwhile is a good acquisition for today's family.
I do recommend the addition of this little volume to your child's library!
Details: 24 pages in hardcover; published by Golden Books (November 19, 1999); ISBN: 0307021068
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"Prayers for Children" by Eloise Wilkin
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