{"product_id":"9781640608283","title":"All Creation Waits: The Advent Mystery of New Beginnings for Children, by Gayle Boss","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Hardback, 64 pages, first published in 2023)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 WINNER Christian Book Awards 2025 FINALIST * Next Generation Indie Book Awards (Best Children's Book Illustrations) * 2023 \u0026amp; 2024 ECPA Christmas Bestseller \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover the Wonders of Advent Through the Eyes of Nature \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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, \u003cem\u003eAll Creation Waits: The Advent Mystery of New Beginnings \u003c\/em\u003ecaptivates young readers with lyrical storytelling and radiant watercolors that bring the magic of winter’s creatures to life. Each 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: The dark is not an end. It’s a door. It’s the way a new beginning comes. This 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\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFascinating animal facts that reveal the intricate ways creatures survive winter. - Poetic prose that celebrates the wonder of creation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Animal wonderment\" reflection questions that invite thoughtful exploration and conversation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvent calendar-style spreads, perfect for discovering one animal each day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll Creation Waits\u003c\/em\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. Perfect for bedtime reading, classroom discussions, or family traditions, this exquisite book will become a cherished part of your holiday season for years to come. Give the gift of wonder, reflection, and nature’s wisdom this Advent―share \u003cem\u003eAll Creation Waits\u003c\/em\u003e with your loved ones today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStoryglory Cautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e On the dedication page and in the author's note, creatures are referred to as \"creature kin\" and also being \"full of God.\" However, this verbiage isn't elsewhere in the book. Storyglory interprets this as the author highlighting the uniqueness of animals to point us to our amazing Creator God and his handiwork throughout all of creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-8\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Storyglory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56154857275714,"sku":"FBOSS_GA____ALLCREATIONWAITSCHIL9781640608283","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/3457\/4658\/files\/All_Creation_Waits-_The_Advent_Mystery_of_New_Beginnings_for_Children_9781640608283.jpg?v=1789140423","url":"https:\/\/www.storyglorykids.org\/products\/9781640608283","provider":"Storyglory Kids Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}