A Child's Book of Blessings and Prayers is a rich treasury of graces, poems, prayers and blessings drawn from around the world. Selections hve been specially chosen to address the spiritual needs of children and to encourage giving, service and gratitude. Includes words to bless the morning, share at bedtime, honor a birthday, even give thanks for a friend next-door. Each selection is surrounded by engaging and child-friendly, full-color illustrations. This diverse collection, with prayers from Hindu, Sioux, Islamic, Jewish, Christian and Unitarian Universalist traditions, to name only a few, highlights the common threads that can unite people of all faiths. Beautifully illustrated in full color. Ages 4 and up.
Eliza Blanchard is the minister of the Unitarian Universalist Society of Grafton and Upton, Massachusetts. Before her ordination, she taught English at the high school and college level.
Read about the creation of the book, the role of blessings for children and how prayers have the ability to "slow down time" in this Q&A with Reverend Blanchard.
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Dear Friends,
First, some housekeeping:
Please note that all UUA offices will be closed on Monday, September 1.
Orders placed during the Labor Day Weekend will be delayed one business day.
We take great pride in publishing for Unitarian Universalist parents and children.
The books I've featured here are just taste of what we have. Take a look here for a more complete picture and to browse through some truly wonderful resources that range from curricula to bedtime reading.
And don't forget! You can pre-order Come Sing a Song With Me: A Songbook for All Ages, which is due out in just under month. We're all busy preparing for its arrival like anxious parents. Exciting times!
Sincerely,
Rose Hanig
Bookstore Manager
P.S. Receive this recycled canvas tote bag free with a bookstore purchase of $50 or more. It says "Nurture your Spirit, Help Heal Our World." Just write "Tote Bag" in the comments box when you check out online. Feel free to call with questions 1-800-215-9076
It's hard enough to live a secular life in a religious world. And bringing up children without religious influence can be even more daunting. Despite the difficulties, a large and growing number of parents are choosing to raise their kids without religion. In Parenting Beyond Belief, Dale McGowan celebrates the freedom that comes with raising kids without formal indoctrination and advises parents on the most effective way to raise freethinking children. With advice from educators, doctors, psychologists, and philosophers as well as wisdom from everyday parents, the book offers tips and insights on a variety of topics, from "mixed marriages" to coping with death and loss, and from morality and ethics to dealing with holidays. Sensitive and timely, Parenting Beyond Belief features reflections from such freethinkers as Mark Twain, Richard Dawkins, Bertrand Russell, and Dr. Don Ardell that will empower every parent to raise both caring and independent children without constraints.
Based on the belief that children's religious education should not be restricted to Sunday school, this program brings spiritual growth into the home, where the communion and rituals of family life can support the "dynamic process of faith development." Offers six sessions that include goals, necessary materials, preparation, the session plan, and handouts. From the authors of Parents as Resident Theologians and Parents as Social Justice Educators.
A charming cast of characters brings values such as diversity, justice, faith and empowerment to life in 18 original parables. Playful cartoon illustrations by the author.
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