God’s Plants centers around three children and their great-grandparents as they share the day discovering “biblical plant signs” placed among flowers, herbs, vegetables, and trees. What inspired you to write this book for young readers?

I’m a 75-year-old first-time published author. proud great-grandmother of 7 beautiful great-grandchildren, I was inspired to write this book for them and for all GOD’s young readers. My husband suggested I build on the biblical plant signs we made. I researched a list of 66 biblical plant signs for my graduation project to become a Certified Gardener. The list is included in the back of the book. I actually have a greenhouse and even the Crown of Thorns plant. The only way to write about biblical plant signs is to introduce the Bible, GOD, and Jesus. God’s Plants provides a unique way to see how faith and nature are woven together.

Why is it important for children to see connections between faith and the natural world?

Biblical plants are usually overlooked when reading the Bible. GOD’S PLANTS will give readers an awareness of how nature is intertwined with faith. Plus, the book is a great way to introduce the Bible, GOD, and Jesus.

What do you think children learn differently from grandparents than they do from parents or teachers?

As a great-grandmother, I wish I could have done many things differently when raising my son. But now I can reflect on my past experiences and share them with my great- grandchildren so they can learn from my mistakes. Today’s parents are busy living in the moment, while teachers are teaching what is needed to live a fruitful life. Grand and great-grandparents can provide real-life occurrences that will help shape a child’s behavior and values.

All my books will have messages I would communicate to my great-grandchildren, and they can pass on. By publishing my books, I hope to connect with other families and children.

What was the most rewarding part of creating GOD’s Plants?

Being able to bring to life, in GOD’S PLANTS, the awareness and beauty of biblical plants. And sharing where they are found in the Bible from my list of 66 biblical plants. (And there are more.) But most of all, introducing the Bible, GOD, and Jesus to the young readers, and making this a joyful family book reading opportunity.

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