May 15, 2006

MINNEAPOLIS – Rings, Kings, and Butterflies: Lessons on Christian Symbols for Children with CD-ROM is a helpful resource for teachers, worship leaders, and parents who want to help children learn about Christian symbols and the seasons of the church year. Bold art in a woodcut style accompanies thematic lessons, children's sermon ideas, and activities to help illuminate the story of our Christian faith.

The accompanying CD-ROM includes downloadable versions of the art and helpful appendices for viewing Bible texts, seasonal themes, and more. Print out the art for use as visuals in classroom settings or download smaller versions into take-home handouts.

"Comprehensive and child friendly. Rings, Kings, and Butterflies surrounds a child's sense of wonder and imagination with stimulating images and activities for a yearlong celebration of Christ's life and ministry. This book offers teachers, parents, or worship leaders a one-stop resource for maximizing the teaching potential found within the rich rhythms and symbols of the church year." – Diane Monroe, Association Director, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Christian Education Team.

Author Harriet VanderMeer has taught music and literature to children of all ages in schools and churches. She has written curriculum for schools and the Wisconsin Council on Children and Families. She is currently a member of the Westminster Presbyterian Church in Madison, Wisconsin.

Illustrator Elizabeth "Betsy" Steele Halstead is the resource development specialist for visual arts at the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship. She has degrees in art and theology and is interested in integrating worship and the arts. She enjoys printmaking and working in oils.

Rings, Kings, and Butterflies, By Harriet VanderMeer and Illustrated by Elizabeth Steele Halstead, Item Number: 0-8006-3853-0, Specs: 160 pages, 5.5" x 8.5," paperback, Price: $10.00. Item Number: 0-8006-3855-7, Specs: 160 pages, 5.5" x 8.5," jacketed hardcover, Price: $17.00.

To order Rings, King, and Butterflies please call Augsburg Fortress at 1-800-328-4648 or visit the Web site at http://www.augsburgfortress.org/.

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