Keoni's Big Question

by Patti B. Ogden

A boy who seeks answers about God?s presence in everyday life, finds his friend held the key to his revelation all along. This gripping tale follows a pair of dear friends on a fishing trip that turns... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 098167836X
• ISBN13: 9780981678368
• Release Date: September 2008
• Publisher: Capstone Productions, LLC.
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 10.0" x 8.0"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7

Customer Reviews

I learned something about God

This story is about a little boy named Keoni and his friend `Old Fisherman.' They spend a lot of time fishing together. His friend taught him a lot about fishing and being quiet and patient waiting for the fish to bite. One day a big storm came while they were fishing on the Ohio River. Keoni was really scared of storms, but his friend made him feel safe. Keoni has a really big question he keeps asking people but nobody gives him the answer he is looking for. After many years of being friends with Old Fisherman he never thought of asking him his big question, until the day of the storm when he saw the rainbow. Keoni couldn't understand why his friend was looking at the rainbow and crying. Keoni's question was a really good one about God. I learned something about God that I didn't think about before. When Keoni got the answer to his big question from Old Fisherman he was happier than happy! I didn't really think about seeing God until I go to Heaven. I think other Christian children would enjoy learning about God in this way too. Even some kids that don't know about God should read this book to understand God more. My favorite part of "Keoni's Big Question" by Patti B. Ogden was when Keoni told Old Fisherman he could see God inside of him. This was so sweet. If you can see God in someone they must really be a good person.

A Perfect Addition to Any Family's Library!

Keoni's Big Question is a delightfully written story whose words are gentle and mesmerizing. One of the big questions that many children ask is: "Why can't I see God?" and Keoni's Big Question answers that perfectly. As Keoni struggles with this bewildering question, adults and children alike will enjoy and revel in the path that Keoni takes to finally find the answer - and what a marvelous answer it is. With beautiful illustrations to go hand in hand with this down to earth and memorable story, Keoni's Big Question is truly a treasure to grace every family's bookshelf to be read over and over again, for years to come. When difficulities strike and things in life don't always make sense, Keoni's Big Question is the perfect way to sit down and remind ourselves that God is truly all around us and that is what is the most important.

An enjoyable and meaningful way to share a Christian message

"Keoni's Big Question" is a touching story of one boy's journey to understand God's presence in everyday life. Keoni and Old Fisherman travel along the Ohio River in a small green dingy. Keoni admires the wildlife and loves nature, but today the Old Fisherman senses something is bothering him. Suddenly, a storm rolls in and the two are forced to seek refuge under a thicket of pine trees. Soon, Keoni asks the Old Fisherman the question that has been on his mind--a question that he has hoped many would answer, but none have. As the Old Fisherman explains, Keoni finds his question answered in more ways than he ever dreamed possible. Based upon story and sermon excerpts from William Marrion Branham, "Keoni's Big Question" will help children understand the presence of God in their lives in a simple and delightful way. The unending curiosity of childhood and the beauty of nature is eloquently captured within this book's pages. Illustrator Mary Manning has excelled at bringing Keoni's story to life in pictures that perfectly compliment the text. If you are searching for an enjoyable and meaningful way to share a Christian message with your child, then pick up "Keoni's Big Question" today.

Understanding God more

Reviewed by Madeline McElroy (age 7.75) for Reader Views (2/09) This story is about a little boy named Keoni and his friend `Old Fisherman.' They spend a lot of time fishing together. His friend taught him a lot about fishing and being quiet and patient waiting for the fish to bite. One day a big storm came while they were fishing on the Ohio River. Keoni was really scared of storms, but his friend made him feel safe. Keoni has a really big question he keeps asking people but nobody gives him the answer he is looking for. After many years of being friends with Old Fisherman he never thought of asking him his big question, until the day of the storm when he saw the rainbow. Keoni couldn't understand why his friend was looking at the rainbow and crying. Keoni's question was a really good one about God. I learned something about God that I didn't think about before. When Keoni got the answer to his big question from Old Fisherman he was happier than happy! I didn't really think about seeing God until I go to Heaven. I think other Christian children would enjoy learning about God in this way too. Even some kids that don't know about God should read this book to understand God more. My favorite part of "Keoni's Big Question" by Patti B. Ogden was when Keoni told Old Fisherman he could see God inside of him. This was so sweet. If you can see God in someone they must really be a good person.