Brothers and sisters are among the most important people in life. The emphasis of this book is not merely "getting along" but being best friends.
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A tool every family needs. --Dr. Jim Logan - International Center for Biblical Counseling
Worth its weight in gold! --Old Schoolhouse Magazine
This painfully honest, hilarious book offers a creative look at how to build relationships between siblings. We read a few pages every day, and I am always delightfully surprised by how well the children apply what we have read. --Beall Phillips - Vision Forum
Worth its weight in gold! --Old Schoolhouse Magazine
This painfully honest, hilarious book offers a creative look at how to build relationships between siblings. We read a few pages every day, and I am always delightfully surprised by how well the children apply what we have read. --Beall Phillips - Vision Forum
Worth its weight in gold! --Old Schoolhouse Magazine
This painfully honest, hilarious book offers a creative look at how to build relationships between siblings. We read a few pages every day, and I am always delightfully surprised by how well the children apply what we have read. --Beall Phillips - Vision Forum
Worth its weight in gold! --Old Schoolhouse Magazine
This painfully honest, hilarious book offers a creative look at how to build relationships between siblings. We read a few pages every day, and I am always delightfully surprised by how well the children apply what we have read. --Beall Phillips - Vision Forum
Worth its weight in gold! --Old Schoolhouse Magazine
This painfully honest, hilarious book offers a creative look at how to build relationships between siblings. We read a few pages every day, and I am always delightfully surprised by how well the children apply what we have read. --Beall Phillips - Vision Forum
Worth its weight in gold! --Old Schoolhouse Magazine
This painfully honest, hilarious book offers a creative look at how to build relationships between siblings. We read a few pages every day, and I am always delightfully surprised by how well the children apply what we have read. --Beall Phillips - Vision Forum
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147 of 148 people found the following review helpful
By M. Sellers
Format:Paperback
I was loaned this book by a mother of eleven, so I thought it might be worth reading. The book is written by three homeschooling siblings: girl age 22, boy age 16, and girl age 12. They take turns writing on the same topic. The book is filled with humorous family stories which help to illustrate the points they are making. Their father illustrated the book, so there are plenty of homespun pictures to keep your interest.
The book begins with a general overview of WHY it is important to want to have your brother or sister as your best friend. When I began reading it myself, I thought, "Dull. Why doesn't this book move faster?" But, as I have been reading it aloud to my kids, I see that it moves just fast enough to convict, but not so fast to overwhelm.
The book continues with talking about how doing big things for God requires us to begin by doing "little things" for our siblings, how different people view the world differently, and covers the topics of forgiveness, humility, birth order, praising one another, and truly building friendships. It's a logical progression with more and more practical ideas as the book goes on.
The book is geared for a Christian audience, although not necessarily a homeschool one. It makes a great read aloud as you can read a whole chapter (long) or one of the three sections (shorter) or even part of the shorter sections each day. There are plenty of useful lists which you can read aloud to your children to help them to remember what it is that a servant would do, etc.
Once I finished reading my borrowed copy, I got online and ordered my own! I have seen changes in my children since we started the book, but it's not been a magic wand. Sigh. I wish I could get one of those from Amazon...
The book begins with a general overview of WHY it is important to want to have your brother or sister as your best friend. When I began reading it myself, I thought, "Dull. Why doesn't this book move faster?" But, as I have been reading it aloud to my kids, I see that it moves just fast enough to convict, but not so fast to overwhelm.
The book continues with talking about how doing big things for God requires us to begin by doing "little things" for our siblings, how different people view the world differently, and covers the topics of forgiveness, humility, birth order, praising one another, and truly building friendships. It's a logical progression with more and more practical ideas as the book goes on.
The book is geared for a Christian audience, although not necessarily a homeschool one. It makes a great read aloud as you can read a whole chapter (long) or one of the three sections (shorter) or even part of the shorter sections each day. There are plenty of useful lists which you can read aloud to your children to help them to remember what it is that a servant would do, etc.
Once I finished reading my borrowed copy, I got online and ordered my own! I have seen changes in my children since we started the book, but it's not been a magic wand. Sigh. I wish I could get one of those from Amazon...
89 of 89 people found the following review helpful
By Sjona L.
Format:Paperback
To negative reviewer: I am genuinely sorry you were offended by this book and there is no intent to offend with this review.
Obviously, you have every right to share your opinion regardless of whether it is fair to the authors' intent. But first, I would like to say, authors have the right to reflect their own viewpoint in their own books. I do not see that the authors of this book had any intent to deceive any potential consumers.
Secondly, the description (and editorial reviews included in the description) that Amazon provided for this book clearly show the intent and focus of this book is on building familial relationships through a God-centered perspective. I quote from the description given by Amazon: "The book is full of Godly wisdom". *And the product description and what is included on the back of the actual book (in case this book was not purchased from Amazon) states: "...the close relationship that God intends...", "...the treasure that God intended...", and "how we have learned to become best friends". In this last quote, the authors are sharing with us what has helped them. Apparently, they believe the way they became best friends was because of this Godly focus.
Next, six of the eight reviews written before your review was written, directly mention that this book has a Godly, Christian, or Christ-centered approach. Since your review was written for Amazon customers, I must assume that the reviews for this book could have been seen by you before this review was posted. The negative and seemingly scathing review seems to have been a little harsh and unjust considering the honesty of the authors and the audience they are intending to reach.
I really don't believe the authors were deceitful.... Read more ›
Obviously, you have every right to share your opinion regardless of whether it is fair to the authors' intent. But first, I would like to say, authors have the right to reflect their own viewpoint in their own books. I do not see that the authors of this book had any intent to deceive any potential consumers.
Secondly, the description (and editorial reviews included in the description) that Amazon provided for this book clearly show the intent and focus of this book is on building familial relationships through a God-centered perspective. I quote from the description given by Amazon: "The book is full of Godly wisdom". *And the product description and what is included on the back of the actual book (in case this book was not purchased from Amazon) states: "...the close relationship that God intends...", "...the treasure that God intended...", and "how we have learned to become best friends". In this last quote, the authors are sharing with us what has helped them. Apparently, they believe the way they became best friends was because of this Godly focus.
Next, six of the eight reviews written before your review was written, directly mention that this book has a Godly, Christian, or Christ-centered approach. Since your review was written for Amazon customers, I must assume that the reviews for this book could have been seen by you before this review was posted. The negative and seemingly scathing review seems to have been a little harsh and unjust considering the honesty of the authors and the audience they are intending to reach.
I really don't believe the authors were deceitful.... Read more ›
35 of 36 people found the following review helpful
By doulamomof3
Format:Paperback
If you are a Christian family, especially, with more than one child, you need this book! My kids are loving this one. I read it aloud to them and they never want me to stop. The book is written by the children, for the children, so it speaks to them in a way that I can't. Excellent information, well worth the money - good buy!
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
By K. Chipman
Format:Paperback
I ordered this book thinking it would give ME some great parenting tips, but it has been invaluable to use during devotional time with the kids. It was written by kids, and our children really can relate to the way this is written and presented. Great!
28 of 32 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is written by 3 brothers and sisters and gives interesting insight into how different we are from one another! THe book jumps around a bit, (I mean, it is written by kids), but it has sound advice about having a conscience clear of offenses between you and your siblings as well as a servant's attitude. I liked that it discussed birth order as well. I was afterward quite inspired to work on my friendship with my siblings and not just learn to "get along" but to truly grow into becoming best friends!
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this book because I could see that my homeschooled 11 and 8 year olds were starting to have problems and conflict. I couldn't be happier with this purchase. The writing style is so entertaining that my children ASK me to read it to them. The practical advise is presented in a humorous way that can be understood by even the youngest family members. I have recommended this book to several friends and they have been as enthusiastic about it as I have. When we were finished, my children wanted to read it again. A great help in an age old battle!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great subject, great book!
We are not through the whole book yet, but we are working through this with our two oldest (our youngest is still a baby). Read more
Published 2 months ago by shellcar4
5.0 out of 5 stars
No Formula; Just Priorities
I wasn't sure what to expect with this book. I did not buy it because of any immediate conflict in our home. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Kirsten M. Sanders
5.0 out of 5 stars
Helping us to be more thoughtful and aware
We have 7 children between the ages of 7 months and 12 years old. My husband and I have been very burdened with how much bickering and selfishness we have been seeing in our home. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Randi Streblow
4.0 out of 5 stars
Not best friends yet but working on it...
Each chapter is thought-provoking and helps brothers & sisters learn how to develop a good relationship. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Melanie J. Elliott
5.0 out of 5 stars
I wish I'd had it sooner!
Love the book. It's full of great tips and funny stories. Of course I had to hide it from the kids, because I'm not totally convinced that THEY want to be Best Friends yet!
Published 17 months ago by mom24growinkids
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brothers & Sisters Best Friends Book
My daughter, who's 14 and has a little sister, asked for this book for Christmas and was thrilled to receive it. Book in excellent condition and ready to read! Read more
Published 17 months ago by nlarsen
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Book!
Very well written
Practical advice
The personal vingettes were priceless. Tis is a book every sibling (young or old) should read
Practical advice
The personal vingettes were priceless. Tis is a book every sibling (young or old) should read
Published 23 months ago by C. S. Campbell
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful Family Centered Book
I thought this was a wonderful book. It is well written, especially considering the ages of the authors. Read more
Published on February 5, 2011 by Weintz8
5.0 out of 5 stars
Definitely worth reading!!
When I first bought this book I was under the impression that it would give me (the parent) tips on how to make both my young daughters become best friends now and into the future. Read more
Published on December 13, 2010 by Michelle Kampeas
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love the idea
I love the message in this book, that it's written by kids and very practical. I read this with my daughter slowly over the course of a few months. Read more
Published on November 10, 2010 by C. Lilly
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