Hi! I have a 2.5 year old who loves to read. Most of his RE will be done at home - we have a strong relationship with a congregation but live 1000 miles away from it.
Anyway, lately I’ve been thinking of some texts that I’ve read and how I would like to share ideas with him. One I love is Ecclesiastes, but my interpretation is more on the stoic philosophy side, to accept things as they come and go and change. I read a great interpretation called the Tao of Solomon that relates the text to eastern philosophy, and honestly, it’s the only way I’ve viewed it.
I’ve found a few books for preschools with the message of “god loves you even when things change and bad things happen” which isn’t quite the message I want to share.
Has anyone ran across a book that I describe, or possibly containing other similar works? I want to read about patience, change…how bad and even good things don’t stick around forever and learning to appreciate the moment.
I know it’s a long shot but I thought I’d try! Thanks!!
Some thoughts...
Maybe a few too many words per page still, but look at the Stillwater books and anything else by Jon Muth.
Pete the Cat. Nothing gets him down.
Thanks! I haven’t heard of Jon Muth, will look into that rec. I do know of Pete the Cat, but nothing about his adventures yet! Thanks so much!!
Eta- looked up Stillwater Panda, these look great! Thank you so much!!!
Pete loses his buttons, his shoes get dirty, but he keeps on singing his song.
Oh, and I can't believe I forgot Penguin Problems! Whiny penguin meets wise walrus (biologically dubious but whatever).
Aw I love it!! He absolutely loves the ocean and ocean animals. Also birds, so penguins are a favorite!!
Came here to say Stillwater books!
Also Aesop's fables. They are classics for a reason!