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by: Marc Gellman
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Binding: Paperback
EAN: 9780064404532
ISBN: 0064404536
Label: HarperTrophy
Manufacturer: HarperTrophy
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 96
Publication Date: October 30, 1993
Publisher: HarperTrophy
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Sales Rank: 33419
Studio: HarperTrophy
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Product Description:
Before there was anything, there was God, and a few angels, and a huge swirling glob of rocks and water with no place to go. The angels asked God, 'Why don't you clean up this mess?'
This collection of short, funny stories is one man's interpretation of how God did just that -- with some very unlikely help.
There was Adam, who decided to number the animals instead of giving them names -- until he lost count. There was Max, a matchmaking angel disguised as a camel. And who could forget the kindly dolphins of the Red Sea or the builders of the spectacularly chaotic Tower of Babel, whose foundation rests in one small girl's question: 'Mommy, does God have a big toe?'
Reflecting Mr. Gellman's lifelong love for his subject, this witty collection of midrashim provides a wonderful way to learn about and to share the stories of the Bible. Distinguished artist Oscar de Mejo brings the right blend of reverence and humor with his magnificent oil paintings.
Notable Books of 1989 (NYT)
Best Illustrated Children's Books of 1989 (NYT)
Children's Books of 1989 (Library of Congress)
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Rating:  - My Grandchildren Love It!
I first read this book to my grandchildren when they were 4 1/2 and 6 years old. They didn't want me to put the book down! This book and "God's Mailbox" also by Marc Gellman are great reading-aloud books, and also a wonderful way to introduce the concept of God to young children. I'm about to buy several more copies for the other young children in my family. [I am actually the wife of "Music Man RS".]
Rating:  - Cute Doesn't Count
I see several rave reviews with which I don't agree. What I find absolutely incomprehensible is that almost all these reviewers make use of this book in Judeo-Christian religious formation. Please be assured that this book is not only without religious or theologic value but will confuse your children or thoroughly misinform them.
Some heretical concepts which Marc Gellman advances through his book include:
- creation which pre-existed God (denies ex-nihlo creation)
- repeatedly ... Read More
Rating: - What a great book..
I have a six-year old who is just being introduced to religion and she absolutely loves these stories. I think this is a great introductory book to get kids interested. It was recommended by my Rabbi, but he warned me we would now know where some of his stories/sermons come from!
Rating: - A great reading aloud book
This is one of my favorite books to read aloud in my k-3 (Quaker) Sunday school class. Marc Gellman's language just captures the interest of the kids. (The pictures are nice but unnecessary.) He tells wonderful stories with messages that speak on many levels. The youngest kids just enjoy a good story with great word pictures, while the older children realize that much more is being said.
Rating: - A great reading aloud book
This is one of my favorite books to read aloud in my k-3 (Quaker) Sunday school class. Marc Gellman's language just captures the interest of the kids. (The pictures are nice but unnecessary.) He tells wonderful stories with messages that speak on many levels. The youngest kids just enjoy a good story with great word pictures, while the older children realize that much more is being said.
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