Love One Another: The Last Days Of Jesus

by Lauren Thompson, Elizabeth Uyehara (Illustrator)

Recalls how Jesus taught people to love, how he was crucified for his teachings, and how his resurrection brought hope to the world.

Genres: Childrens, Religion, Picture Books

32 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1948

Reviews

[Beverly · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was difficult to determine if Thompson believes in the bodily, physical resurrection of Jesus in this book. The text seems to imply that Jesus was simply human, not the God-Man, King of Kings and Lord of Lords. It does say that Mary found an empty tomb and met the resurrected Jesus. It does have Jesus miraculously appearing to the disciples. However, on the last page, there is a confusing statement: "In his love, Jesus lived on" as if he only lived on in the memories of people, rather than as our Living savior. So, very unsure what exactly to think of this book, but the illustrations were nice.

[Renee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read this book this Sunday during class - Palm Sunday. Large illustrations were great to share during this read aloud in which we have to stay 6 feet apart for COVID-19 reasons.

I had to add more details and elaborate on the scourging and death of Jesus on the cross as that part has minimal text.

[Jackie · Rating 5 out of 5]

The best book I've ever found to read to children on Easter.

[Beth Kakuma-Depew · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is an emotional retelling of the Easter story. The text is longish, until the end, when the author uses dramatic page turns to emphasize the moments of Jesus's death on the cross. The Risen Christ is not shown, only glows from off stage - an interesting artistic choice. The acrylic paints are heavy and warm - a bit dark.

[Kimmy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really liked this book, I like how it was simple enough for the kids and that it had enough detail to teach the kids about who he was, what he taught and did, and what happened to him. Great Easter story my 4 and 5 year old listened to the whole story without losing any interest.

[Jfrlewis · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought this was a very good retelling of the Easter story. The author uses some of the language of the New Testament, simply narrating the last week of Jesus' life.

[Patricia · Rating 2 out of 5]

Emma chose this book at the library and read it to us for Family Home Evening last month. It's fine, but I don't like the illustrations! They're very hard and dark.

[V]

V's Review

The last week of Jesus' life and his resurrection are narrated.

This religious picture book is a straightforward narration of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, Judas's betrayal, the trial, the crucifixion, and the resurrection. Illustrations portray all events, including the crucifixion, but in an age appropriate way. Events are not glossed over, as in some of T's other books, but presented matter-of-factly. As I said in my review of The Story of Passover, I don't understand the point of conveying watered-down versions of faith. This was a good fit - it prompted much discussion, and T now has a better understanding of the events surrounding Jesus' death.

T's Review
(age 3)

While reading (we discussed all of his questions, but including my answers would make this super long):
T: Is that Jesus? Why is Jesus wearing white? What means purity? What are disciples? Why is [the temple priest] angry? What does arrest mean?

V: Arrest is like when the police come and say you have to have a time-out.

T: Why do the temple priests want Jesus to have a time-out?

V: Well, they feel like Jesus is going to make people not listen to them anymore, so they want the police to come and make Jesus take a time-out.

T: That doesn't sound fair.

V: Why doesn't that sound fair?

T: Because time-outs are bad. And Jesus is teaching good. Love is good.

T: What does betray mean? What is the terrible thing that is going to happen [to Jesus]? Why are there Roman soldiers? Why were the disciples hiding? Why did Jesus die?

After reading:
V: How did this book make you feel?

T: Sad because Jesus died.