Faith Girlz: Glimmer Girls series
Written by Natalie Grant
Illustrated by Cathi Mingus
ZonderKidz Publishing
Age: About 7-12
Cost: $8.99
Light Up New York is the latest Glimmer Girl story out on the market. I have really enjoyed these sweet stories with issues young people deal with often, sometimes daily. As the issue of homelessness is seen all around us where I live, I thought this was a timely story, showing what can be done to help out. While most young people do not have a famous singing mother option for public concerts, television show spots and record deals, I still think that young people can take the principles from the book and perhaps see what they might be able to do. I know finding ways to help the homeless is a tender spot for many people today.
I also really liked how the book dealt with a side issue of sibling relationships and give suggestions for how to handle conflict. I won't give a lot of details, but I thought this was handled well. These girls aren't perfect, but conflicts are resolved in healthy ways in all of the books and sets an excellent example for parents and children alike.
As I have said before, each book has a mystery to solve and this one is FUN!!! I LOVE this mystery and it has a takeaway for all of us! Again, no spoilers!!!
Illustrations are simple...not taking away from the story.
I would recommend this book! I really enjoyed it!
*I received this product to help facilitate a frank and honest review. All opinions are my own. Your results and/or opinions may vary.
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