Love Is: An Illustrated Exploration of God’s Greatest Gift (Based on 1 Corinthians 13:4-8)

By Paola Escobar and Zondervan

“Love is patient, love is kind.” These familiar words from the Bible begin one of its most beloved and recognized passages. Love Is brings the text of 1 Corinthians 13 to life through an illustrative exploration of God’s greatest gift to us.

Critically acclaimed artist Paola Escobar delivers beautiful, nature-filled illustrations , reminding us that love is a constant positive force in the lives of those touched by it–from beginning to end, through good times and tough times.

This beautiful, jacketed hardcover:

• Will appeal to parents and grandparents of children ages 4-8
• Draws directly from the New International Reader’s Version of the Holy Bible
• Features stunning illustrations by award-winning artist Paola Escobar
• Is perfect for gift-giving for Christmas, Valentine’s Day and birthdays
• Is especially giftable for anniversaries, engagements or weddings

Love Is shares imaginative, thought-provoking depictions of the concepts found in 1 Corinthians 13, presenting opportunities for thoughtful conversations about love, selflessness, service, humility, honor, self control, trust, hope and perseverance. Read this picture book aloud to someone you love ... over and over again.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Zondervan
• Release date: Aug 17, 2021
• ISBN: 9780310767763

Paola Escobar

Paola Escobar is a graphic designer and illustrator from Colombia. As a child she loved drawing the stories told by her grandmother about their family and culture and it was her dream to become an illustrator for children’s books.   She is now the illustrator of the award-winning picture book Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré as well as many other critically-acclaimed books. She has worked with publishers across the world illustrating stories that celebrate cultural diversity and champion unsung heroes.   Paola lives very happily in Bogotá, Colombia, with her husband and their dog, Flora.

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Reviews for Love Is

[vintagebeckie · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

My 2 year old granddaughter loves books. I am thrilled! She looks at them throughout the day and enjoys some read-to-me time right before bed. I shared Love Is illustrated by Paola Escobar during her stay with us. Love Is takes the famous scripture passage of 1 Corinthians 13 and puts it into a stunning children’s book. The verses are accompanied by beautiful pictures of the animal world with a tree as the central image. The tree starts out as a small sapling surrounded by bugs and grows to give safety and nourishment to those animals who shelter around it. The tree endures a number of seasons and events, including fire and snow, to show how it still stands through all of life. My granddaughter wasn’t able to appreciate the metaphor; she’s only 2! But she did enjoy the colorful illustrations and identifying the animals, birds, and bugs represented. This book is a wonderful edition to any family’s library and can be enjoyed by children and adults of all ages. It is especially appropriate for children ages 4-8, and provides parents and grandparents an opportunity to share just what love really is.Recommended.Audience: preschool to early elementary school children.(Thanks to Zonderkidz for a complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are mine alone.)

[jetangen4571 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Brought into brilliant life by the illustrations is New Testament verse 1 Corinthians 13 which is appropriate for any belief system. No preaching, just simple truth made visible by the use of lovely illustrations of the natural world. An excellent asset to any home or library!I requested and received a free temporary ebook from Zonderkidz-Books via NetGalley. Thank you!