If Jesus Came to My House
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$1700
Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 1941 · Est. 6 min read-aloud

If Jesus Came to My House

Written by Joan G. Thomas · Illustrated by Lori McElrath-Eslick

What if a divine guest visited your home? How would you treat them?

4.4 Goodreads · 299 ratings
40 pages· 694 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· ~580L
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Bookroo's summary

A young boy imagines Jesus visiting his home, sparking a journey of kindness and empathy. As he wonders how to treat this special guest, he learns profound lessons about generosity and compassion. Would he share his favorite toys or offer the longest turn on his rocking horse? This heartwarming tale invites readers to reflect on how they treat others, inspired by the idea of welcoming someone extraordinary into their lives. What changes when we see the divine in everyone?

From the publisher

If Jesus came to your house, would he be your age and height? How would you treat him? Would you give him your nicest toys and let him have the longest turn on your rocking horse? In this simple, touching story, a young boy realizes that he can treat others according to the lessons he would learn if Jesus really did come to his house.

At a glance
Format
Library Binding
Pages
40
Words
694
Reading age
3–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~580L
Themes & topics
Books about Jesus ChristBooks about the golden ruleBooks about social themesBooks about imagination and playBooks about values and virtues
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.8
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
123515
Publication
Published
June 10, 2008
First published
January 1, 1941
Publisher
Harpercoll
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780060839437

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