How Tall Is God? (Discovering God Series) [Hardcover]

Phillip W. Rodgers (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Series: Discovering God Series

Written in engaging rhyme and meter, this book focuses on the familiar childhood fear of the dark—and answers a child's question of whether God is big enough to keep kids safe when life is scary. (20040603)

Editorial Reviews

Review

. . . A 'read aloud' favorite for your family. (Christian Coloring 20041201)

ìEveryone needs to discover God, and Phillip Rodgers has written a delightful story . . . that will bring a clearer understanding of God to your preschool child. I highly recommend this book to parents and grandparents alike. (Tim LaHaye Coauthor of the Left Behind Series )

We all need to remember just how tall and powerful and loving our God is! This teaching is relayed in delightful style and gives rhythm to the truths of Godís power and attributes. (Kay Arthur Precept Ministries International )

"This conversation between Bailey and his dad is a model of gentle parenting. This book might very well become a child's favorite bedtime book. Through references to Bible people and current life situations, children aged 4-8 will more easily understand the vastness of God, yet grasp his love and concern for each person." (Carolyn Keefe Church & Synagogue Libraries )

From the Back Cover

“Is God tall enough to peek in my room
and protect me at night from things that go boom?”

“Everyone needs a story to discover God, and Phillip Rodgers has written a delightful story . . . that will bring a clearer understanding of God to your preschool child. I highly recommend this book to parents and grandparents alike.”

—Tim LaHaye
coauthor of the Left Behind Series

“We all need to remember just how tall and powerful and loving our God is! This teaching is relayed in delightful style and gives rhythm to the truths of God’s power and attributes.”

—Kay Arthur
Precept Ministries International

Phillip W. Rodgers lives in Ringgold, Georgia, with his wife, Stephanie, and their children. He has designed and illustrated several books, as well as worked as an art director in both secular and Christian companies.

(20040603)

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Bees With Flashlights, LLC (December 8, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0825436346
• ISBN-13: 978-0825436345
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,774,073 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great little book written by my best friend!, February 10, 2004

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Ron Davis (Bradenton, FL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: How Tall Is God? (Discovering God Series) (Hardcover)

My daughter and I just finished reading this wonderful book for her bedtime story. Well actually, she read most of it. The pages just seem to come to life as you read all about Baliey's fears and his questions about God. You're drawn into the mind of the child and how he percieves the world around him and all the fun and silly questions that make children so wonderful. This really helps to put into perspective the thought process of the young reader. But don't worry, the kids love all the fantastic, FULL COLOR pictures and the way it reads so easily! We read it twice!

It was a treat for me to admire the FULL COLOR pages of Bailey the bear and his Dad, as I remember these characters being drawn as we grew up. To see them in this wonderfully illustrated book makes the characters almost real. I watched them grow up and evolve along the way, Just as I watch my own children grow today. I could very easily see this as the next animated cartoon series to hit the video shelves.

If you want a easy read for bedtime, with lots of fun, FULL COLOR pictures to keep the little one's interest, this is the book for you! The rhyming rhythm keeps the reader flowing, as well as teaching about God's infinite love for his children and a Dad's love for his son. Written using analogys that a child would understand and can relate too, Philip, masterfully conveys the lesson of God's love and protection for the young readers. Did I mention the FULL COLOR pictures, too!

My daughter and I, both, throughly enjoyed this book, and she can't wait till we visit again to get her book autographed. SSSush! She still thinks the book was written for her, but that's our little secret. She especially loved all the detail in the FULL COLOR pictures!

Knockout job, Phillip! We can't wait for the next one. I wholeheartly reccommend this book, not just because he's my bestfriend, It's just too great a book to pass up. Am I biased? You bet! Will you enjoy this book as we have? You better believe it! So stop punishing yourself, and go buy this book! You'll not be disappointed and your little ones will thank you too! By the way, Did I forget to mention all the FULL COLOR pictures! :-)

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun, with a great message, January 23, 2004

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Lisa M. Hendey "Mom, Blogger, Podcaster, Author" (Fresno, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: How Tall Is God? (Discovering God Series) (Hardcover)

How Tall is God, by author and illustrator Phillip W. Rodgers, is a 36 page, high quality hardcover book intended for children ages four to eight years of age.

Written in fun, rhyming fashion, the books opening pages find young Bailey the bear cub shaking with fright. After his father tucks him in, Bailey begins to question his father "How tall is God?" Father bear lovingly reassures his son that God is big enough to keep Bailey safe no matter what may happen, but also a caring and loving God. With these reassuring images of God's strength and compassion, Bailey is able to confront his fears and rest easy.

Your child will enjoy the fun metaphors and illustrations that fill the pages of this book, while receiving a message to help them confront and deal with their own fears and anxieties. Young readers will enjoy the easy, rhyming method used and this will also become a "read aloud" favorite for your family.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful rhyming story for children of all faiths, June 28, 2004

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MyParenTime.com "myparentimesfamily" (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: How Tall Is God? (Discovering God Series) (Hardcover)

This book is about a bear cub who is afraid of the dark, and wants to be sure that God is big enough to watch over him and keep him safe. This is a beautiful rhyming story for children of all faiths.

MyParenTime.com highly recommends this book -- the rhyming is detailed, the illustrations are colorful and inviting, and the story is a wonderful way to bring up discussions with children about God.