Author: Glenys Nellist
Published: 2024
Genre: Children’s Books

Synopsis From Goodreads:

From bestselling author Glenys Nellist comes a rhyming, whimsical, faith-building journey through the four seasons — for early readers who love nature and wonder and the beginnings of all things.

For spiritual parents, grandparents, teachers, and educators who are looking for a spectacular creation book, Glenys Nellist offers Song of the Seasons, a book that celebrates the magnificent and complex way God created Spring, Summer, Winter, and Fall, highlighting the intricacies of nature and earth. Illustrator C.B. Canga brings the natural world to vibrant life with rich colors and poignant detail certain to engage young minds and imaginations.

Based on Psalm 98 and written in flowing rhyme, Song of the Seasons explores the idea that all nature sings praise to an Almighty Creator. As children wonder about creation, Song of the Seasons reveals the beauty found in every Summer, Spring, Autumn, and Winter. The reason for each season is to bring joy and reflect the many beautiful ways God has created the heavens and the earth. Song of the Seasons is the perfect book for discussing transition seasons, exploring how seasons are different, and learning how each season flows from one to another.

From budding leaves to blooming flowers, falling leaves to ice and snow, children see how every changing season points to a marvelous and mighty Creator. This joyous book filled with biblical truth celebrates all four seasons and is ideal for children ages 3-8. The easy-to-read text makes it a perfect addition to any bedtime routine. Whether you buy this for your family or gift it to another growing family, it is sure to delight all the little ones in your life as an excellent gift for any holiday, birthday, or baptism.

My Take:

I was privileged to meet Glenys at a writer’s conference and hear her read this wonderful children’s book. Her lilting British accent and cadence make the words of her poem sing. As the Goodreads description says, the book travels through the seasons, displaying God’s glory and power through her words and illustrations. Glenys chooses her words with great care, which is evident as you read. She plays with them until they are just right. The illustrations are gorgeous and made me want to jump into the page as the children romp through fields and climb trees. If you have children in your life (and even if you don’t!), you CAN’T miss this book! It will bless you as much as those you share it with.