{"product_id":"all-creation-waits-childrens-edition-the-advent-mystery-of-new-beginnings-for-children","title":"All Creation Waits -- Children's Edition: The Advent Mystery of New Beginnings for Children","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e2025 WINNER Christian Book Awards\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e2025 FINALIST Next Generation Indie Book Awards \u003c\/i\u003e(Best Children's Book Illustrations)\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e2023 \u0026amp; 2024 ECPA Christmas Bestseller\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the Wonders of Advent Through the Eyes of Nature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom bestselling author Gayle Boss comes a breathtaking picture book that invites children to journey through Advent alongside 24 extraordinary woodland animals. Beautifully illustrated by award-winning artist Sharon Spitz, \u003ci\u003eAll Creation Waits: The Advent Mystery of New Beginnings\u003c\/i\u003e captivates young readers with lyrical storytelling and radiant watercolors that bring the magic of winter's creatures to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach day of Advent reveals a new animal's astonishing adaptation to the dark and cold--Wood Frog becomes a frog-shaped cube of ice, Painted Turtle sleeps underwater without breathing, and Black Bear hibernates in perfect stillness. With each tale, children hear the gentle refrain: \u003ci\u003eThe dark is not an end. It's a door. It's the way a new beginning comes.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis stunning book encourages families to slow down and savor the beauty of reflective waiting during the often chaotic holiday season. Readers will be enchanted by: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFascinating animal facts\u003c\/b\u003e that reveal the intricate ways creatures survive winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePoetic prose\u003c\/b\u003e that celebrates the wonder of creation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\"Animal wonderment\" reflection questions\u003c\/b\u003e that invite thoughtful exploration and conversation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdvent calendar-style spreads\u003c\/b\u003e, perfect for discovering one animal each day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAll Creation Waits\u003c\/i\u003e culminates in the birth of the Christ Child, the ultimate sign of hope and renewal, making it an inspiring and meaningful Advent companion for children and families alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for bedtime reading, classroom discussions, or family traditions, this exquisite book will become a cherished part of your holiday season for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eGive the gift of wonder, reflection, and nature's wisdom this Advent--share All Creation Waits with your loved ones today!\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearn more about \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll Creation Waits--Children's Edition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e and find free resources at \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eAllCreationWaits.com\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWatch the Book Trailer HERE!\u003cbr\u003eVisit Illustrator \u003cb\u003eSharon Spitz\u003c\/b\u003e's online gallery\u003cb\u003eHERE\u003c\/b\u003e!\u003cdiv style=\"display:none\"\u003eISBN-10: 1640608281\u003cbr\u003eISBN-13: 9781640608283\u003cbr\u003eAuthor: Boss, Gayle, Spitz, Sharon, N\/A\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Paraclete Press (MA)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paraclete Press (MA)","offers":[{"title":"HardCover (Oct 2023)","offer_id":45658668499141,"sku":"9781640608283","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6414\/2533\/files\/9781640608283.jpg?v=1768902284","url":"https:\/\/www.inveni.store\/products\/all-creation-waits-childrens-edition-the-advent-mystery-of-new-beginnings-for-children","provider":"Inveni","version":"1.0","type":"link"}