This Is the Day! written by Amy Parker and illustrated by Leeza Hernandez , reviewed by Terry Wahrman

 

Summary:  Psalm 118:24 says This is the day the LORD has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it.  Today,  we will wake up and rejoice.  God created this day - He made it for you.  Get up; get ready to go. Go see and do all the things God has created for you.  Sing songs and ride rides.  Even if you are feeling sad, you can make this the best day you’ve had.

Straight Talk for Librarians:  This Christian book references Psalm 118:24.  This is the Day encourages small children to see the new day as one of wonder.  It brings the promise of a new joyous beginning and tells of all the happy things and sites to see in the new dawn. They talk about God and how he is present and gives us all these wonderful things.  This is a good fit for any school library catering to a Christian community.  This love and goodness book can be a welcome addition to an elementary library.  Recommended.