I was given the privilege of receiving a most wonderful book to review.
Hymns For A Child's Heart is truly worthy of the description wonderful!

This book was written by Bobbie Wolgemuth and Joni Eareckson Tada. There are personal from the authors, tying together the hymn and a real life tale. But, the most interesting stories in this gem are those of the hymn writers. How very interesting to learn the inspiration behind such moving hymns as O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing, America, The Beautiful, A Mighty Fortress Is Our God, and my personal favorite, Amazing Grace.

The story entitled, The Brave Caroler, tells the story of Martin Luther. I think this one spoke to me especially in light of today's current events. In Germany long ago, the people could not get a Bible in their own language and had to depend upon others to tell them what it said. Some were not truthful and told lies of what the Bible said. Martin saw to it that his fellow believers could have Bibles and hymnbooks that they could read. When the dishonest people took them away, he and other believers printed more! We don't know what the future holds for our country, but to have this example is truly a blessing.

The most touching personal story I read was from Joni, titled The Right Foundation. Such a truth!!

There are pages in the back for personal notes. How thoughtful to put those there....while reading this book to your own family, you could record special thoughts about your favorite hymns, their authors or your personal stories. What a gift for future generations.

A really neat part of this book is the section titled, Do You Know What It Means? Throughout the book, there are crosses next to some words that may not be easily understood. Words like dross, noblest mirth and tumult. Do you know what they mean?! If you read this section, you would know that dross is the scum on the surface of metal, noblest mirth is splendid joy, and tumult is loud, angry weather! 

The accompanying cd is soothing, inspiring and uplifting. I can see this one being used as a lullaby cd in the nursery, one to listen to when working around the home, or just as a family to hear the words of these truly remarkable hymns we have been blessed with from generations ago.

The book jacket says it's for ages 3-15. I will say that this adult (long since past the age of 15!) sure learned alot and enjoyed this book and cd immensely!