Written by Dandi Daley Mackall
Illustrated by Richard Cowdrey
Zonderkidz Publishing
Price: $16.99
Ages: 4-8 years
From Zonderkidz website: "This newly illustrated edition of The Legend of the Easter Robin renews the wonder and charm of the original and timeless tale written by Dandi Daley Mackall. With new vibrant artwork from New York Times bestselling illustrator Richard Cowdrey, this holiday classic is brought to life for a new generation. The Legend of the Easter Robin tells the story of Tressa, whose grandmother reveals to her the story of a small robin who saw Jesus struggling and soared to help him. This Easter tale reminds Christians everywhere how much Jesus sacrificed for us and how much He loves us."
"The legend of the robin's red breast is an old Pennsylvania Dutch tale. The point of the legend is a celebration of the robin's compassion and of Christ's sacrifice."
This story chronicles one person's idea of how the robin got it's red breast. While I enjoy many of these legends for what they are...stories...they often stretch things a wee bit too far for me. In this legend, the robin get's it's red breast from Jesus' blood. I don't love that part of the story, but I do think the rest of the book is sweet and enjoyable. I think it is really fun to learn about making oschter-foggel or Easter birds, which is a Pennsylvania Dutch tradition. I also LOVE how many times throughout the story, Tressa's grandmother reminds Tressa of the importance of trusting in God for those things we can't control and reminds her of God's loving care for us.
I do think it would be fun to make the oschter-foggel...we may try that this year...I DID leave my Christmas tree up...might be a good thing to hang on it for Easter!
*I received a copy of the above mentioned product to help facilitate the writing of a frank and honest review. All opinions are my own. Your results and/or opinions may vary.
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