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Alphabet Albcell!
Alphabet Albcell!, by Gazmend Ceno, is a children’s activity book built around the Albcell system, a puzzle format that blends letter recognition, number patterns, and coloring into one routine. The opening section walks young readers through the rules with a large sample puzzle, showing how even numbers appear in circles, odd numbers appear in diamonds, and each zone follows a one-time-only number rule. That setup gives the book a clear identity right away: it’s not just a workbook page here and there, but a full method for solving and coloring alphabet-themed puzzles.
Once the instructions are over, the pages move into a steady rhythm of puzzle spreads that alternate between simpler even-number pages, odd-number pages, and fuller mixed-number designs. The shapes inside the squares shift from page to page to form large block letters and other bold paths, so the child is always working inside a strong visual structure. That repetition feels intentional. It gives children a pattern they can settle into while still keeping the pages visually fresh.
The book also has a nice classroom-to-kitchen-table feel. It explains the puzzle logic in a friendly voice that’s easy to follow. I liked that the coloring isn’t treated as an extra decoration tossed on top. It’s part of how the activity unfolds, first around the circles, then around the diamonds, then across the full finished shape.
Visually, the book is straightforward and easy to read. The pages are clean, the number placement is large enough for young children, and the black and white layouts leave plenty of room for coloring and marking with a pencil.
Alphabet Albcell! is a structured alphabet and number puzzle book with a specific game at its center. It’s made for children who like patterns, filling things in, and turning a page of shapes and numbers into something they’ve completed with both logic and color. If you want a book that gives readers a repeatable puzzle routine with an educational slant and plenty of room for coloring, this book is easily recommended.
Pages: 109 | ASIN : B0F281BZTD
All Are My Children
Ernesto Lozada Uzuriaga Author Interview
What I really liked about The Contemporary Christian Colouring Book is that each image evokes the idea of a stained-glass window one might see inside a church. How did you decide which images made it into the book?
It was a very eclectic criteria. I was looking for balance, rhythm too, it has to flow from one page to the other. There was some logic in the arrangement but also it was very intuitive.
Why did you think it was important to create this book for contemporary Christians?
Christians need to re-think and re-imagine their faith in an evolving and fast changing culture. The purpose of these images is to challenge us to ask questions and reflect ‘what does it mean?’
My favorite image was Jesus and the 99%. Do you have a favorite image in the collection?
I couldn’t say…all are my children
I like colouring because it’s relaxing. Why do you think adult colouring books are so popular today?
Because it give you a pause. Life is so hectic that we need as never before pauses in our life.
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The Contemporary Christian Colouring Book
Mindfulness and mediation are creeping into more parts of society. Things that were once meant for children are evolving for adults to enjoy as well. One of these is colouring books. No longer is this pastime reserved strictly for young children. There is a soothing sense that one can derive from colouring an image. It does not require much artistic talent either. Along with this shift to the adult mindset comes The Contemporary Christian Colouring Book by Rev. Ernesto Lozada-Uzuriada. Coupling the peaceful activity with biblical themes and images this book is a perfect gift for the devout. Each image evokes the idea of a stained-glass window one might see inside a church depicting various scenes from the bible. There is some melding of these scenes with modern technology which just serves to remind us that Christ is still present today.
The book begins with a lovely forward from Ruth Finnegan, operator of Living Tree Publishers that has produced this colouring book. In it, she seeks to remind us why we are drawn to art and why we colour. It is the marriage of that simple meditation with something tangible. A brief biography is also given of the artist who designed the pictures, Lozada-Uzuriada himself. The images are carefully crafted to convey the message of a particular scene or passage from the bible in a format that is easily understood. Titles are given to each piece to help the user remember which part of the bible and which story the scene belongs to. The line work is heavy and dark; much like stained glass itself. This is useful for those who colour because it easily defines which sections are contained.
Given that the images impress upon this writer scenes in stained glass windows, it serves to mention that the content of this colouring book is better suited for adults. The expressions of various people within the scenes could be taken as angry, frightening or scary. Young children need to have faith in the beauty and gentleness of the Bible and exposing them to this colouring book without proper context might serve to scare them, rather than inspire them. That aside, this book is a wonderful compilation of some of the more memorable pieces of scripture that one might want to colour and perhaps display in their home. Christ is a central figure in most of the pieces of this book.
With the world’s attention focusing more on mindfulness and meditation for the adults in the world, colouring has become a de-stressor for many. The Contemporary Christian Colouring Book by Rev. Ernesto Lozada-Usuriada is a must-have piece for those of the Christian faith who would like to colour while they meditate. Being able to add a personal touch to such moving and important points of Christian faith allows those who use this book to come closer to the inner workings of their faith. It is nice to see how something as traditional and sacred as someone’s faith can mix and meld with the current needs.
Pages: 46 | ISBN: 1326968165
