Title: Mat with only one t
By: Jeff Thomas
ISBN#978-1-63177-596-3
A CBM Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars
Mat with only one t by Jeff Thomas is a beautifully told and
illustrated story of Mat and his grandpa. Endearing, Mat talks about his
grandpa from the time grandpa spent with him when he was born, to summers
fishing with grandpa, continuing with all the loving lessons that his favorite
grandpa taught him! With a rhyming saying, “Give a smile and give from your
heart, and your gift will keep giving even when you’re apart,” and a memorable
ending, the book displays many heartfelt sentiments. In the end, grandpa passed
on which makes this book a special read for those little ones dealing with the
loss of a grandparent. His giving of a “t” in his name symbolizes salvation and
is an opportunity for parents to tap into the salvation message. (Little ones
can see the shadow of a t on the grandpa’s back that makes for a lasting mental
impression).
This book opens the door for honest talks about the cycle of
life and how much we love our loved ones. This children’s book also is one that
children and parents alike are not likely to forget. Although, a sad ending,
the story speaks of reality to some and may help children to cope and
understand with the difficulties of a losing a loved one. Parents might explain
that Heaven is a place where we can see our relatives after we all have gone to
Heaven.
This book comes also highly recommended for a child that may
have lost a beloved grandparent, and to Christian parents that would like to
talk about salvation to their children.
The author has done an excellent job in taking a delicate
matter and leaving the reader with a touching story that will always be
remembered. Mat giving his “t” should remind us all just how much Jesus loved
us for giving us His salvation.
You may get your copy of Mat with only one t at Amazon in
hardcover.