When Daddy Prays

By Nikki Grimes

Book Overview

When Daddy prays
my fear of darkness disappears
and angels tiptoe down the hall.
I hear them through the door and wall . . .when Daddy prays. In this collection of new poems by Nikki Grimes, a child learns about prayer from his father, whose prayers carry the family through each day -- no matter what the circumstances.

Nikki Grimes believes that spirituality and prayer are signs of true strength and power. When Daddy Prays celebrates fathers who help their children see this. Nikki writes, "In my view there is no more powerful image than that of a strong man bowing before God."

And illustrator Tim Ladwig has created remarkable images, rich with tenderness and touches of affectionate humor, to enhance and complete this exceptional book.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0802852661
• ISBN13: 9780802852663
• Release Date: February 2004
• Publisher: Eerdmans Books for Young Readers
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 9.1" x 11.4"
• Age Range: 4 to 9 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 4

Customer Reviews

A Wonderful Book to Teach Kids to Pray

When Daddy Prays is a collection of poems and verses to help a child to learn about prayer. The book tells about a child learns just that from his father. The same as we learn from our Heavenly Father. The Father's prayers help carry the family throughout each day. No matter what the situations or circumstances prayer brings them closer.I recommend this to any parent, Christian or non-Christian as a teaching tool for their children. Showing them the value and importance of prayer and bringing families closer together in the bonds of love and faith in the Lord Jesus. The illustrations are beautiful, too.

Excellent Book!

Our library recently purchased this book. I loved it. The illustrations are wonderful, but the verses and prayers truly speak to the heart.