- Paperback
- Publisher: Scholastic Inc. (2003)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0439599962
- ISBN-13: 978-0439599962
- Product Dimensions: 24.4 x 22.1 x 0.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is a book worth having, if only for the stunning artwork by Illustrator Cheng-Khee Chee. But in addition to the artwork, the story is one that is ideal for young and old. The world is a beautiful place, filled with lucious trees and flowers and a wide variety of creatures. They all begin arguing over who God is. Before they come to blows, Old Turtle offers her wisdom and view of the future. There is peace again, until God adds people to the earthly creatures, and they (we) go through the same argument - whose definition of God is the accurate or better one. The people argue, hurt each other, wars break out (stop me if you've heard this one!). Old Turtle comes to the rescue again.
Diversity, God as in all of us - a wonderful book!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
How do you explain what God is to children? As a parent, how do you explain about the importance of caring for the environment and all living creatures? This book accomplishes these things and more. The flowing text and beautiful water-color drawings inspire an understanding of Spirit that children and adults alike can relate to. If you have children, please share this book with them, my daughters love it. If you don't have children, buy this book as a gift for yourself, and read it often, to reconnect with the Spirit that is all around us and in everyone of us. Many thanks to Douglas Wood and Cheng-Khee Chee for such a beautiful book, it has become a family favorite.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
No matter what your beliefs are this book will touch your soul. It covers the earth's (as well as the universes) past, present, and future and will make the young and old think about where we come from and where we are going. A very well written book!
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A superb take that all talk of God is metaphorical.
For religious educators Wood's magnificent book is a true treasure. If you believe that for God to be God, God must be greater than anything we can conceive, then all talk of God... Read more
Published on 12 Aug 1999
Thought provoking words of wisdom!
The words of Mr. Woods are timely. The book promotes unconditional love toward everyone. Hearing Mr. Read more
Published on 7 July 1999
It is a awesome book
The water color pictures are breath taking. I recommed it for all ages. If you have not read it yet you should !!
Published on 5 Feb 1999
A wonderful book
This is a wonderful book for people of all ages. I had the opportunity to go to a book reading by Douglas Wood, he is an extraordinary person, and he has many songs that the kids... Read more
Published on 5 Feb 1999
A thought-provoking, smile-inducing, really groovy story
The Old Turtle is truly an incredible book that works on so many levels. The author incorporated his love of, and respect for, the environment, as well as his concept of God, into... Read more
Published on 11 Dec 1998
beautiful pictures accompany a universal message
this book is appropriate for all ages, as it contains a universal message of love and peace. the various animals all think they know who God is and they alone know the truth. Read more
Published on 10 Dec 1998
This book is wonderful!!!
This book is a must have, even for adults. At times we tend to look to hard when we try to define God. This books allows you to see how God is in everything. Read more
Published on 2 Sep 1998
A Must-Have for All!
"Old Turtle" is a book that hits right at the heart of us all. God is something different to each of us. Understanding those differences is the key to life. Read more
Published on 23 Aug 1998
Old Turtle's Wisdom Brings Peace
All of creation is having an arguement about God. Only Old Turtle can bring everyone together in peace and harmony. What an inspiring book! Read more
Published on 14 Feb 1998
If you love a child, and believe in God, buy them this book!
"Old Turtle" talks about God and creation without being preachy.
This is one of my very favorite childrens' books, and I like a lot of childrens' books. Read more
Published on 20 July 1997
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