{"product_id":"all-creation-waits-childrens-edition-book","title":"All Creation Waits — Children's Book","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the Wonders of Advent Through the Eyes of Nature\u003c\/b\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,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eAll Creation Waits: The Advent Mystery of New Beginnings\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecaptivates young readers with lyrical storytelling and radiant watercolors that bring the magic of winter’s creatures to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\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\n\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\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFascinating animal facts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat reveal the intricate ways creatures survive winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePoetic prose\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat celebrates the wonder of creation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\"Animal wonderment\" reflection questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat 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\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAll Creation Waits\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eculminates 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\n\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\n\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","brand":"Paraclete Press Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48275078381755,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0015\/7830\/3540\/files\/9781640608283_298x333_faf30f28-d0a5-4014-b665-dd90bea4d659.avif?v=1787257973","url":"https:\/\/davisstreetmercantile.com\/products\/all-creation-waits-childrens-edition-book","provider":"Davis Street Mercantile","version":"1.0","type":"link"}