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Customer Reviews for Harvest House Publishers The Donkey That No One Could Ride
Harvest House Publishers The Donkey That No One Could Ride
Jesus said to the donkey, "It's time that you knew/About the great thing/That you're destined to do." Charming rhymes and colorful illustrations tell the story of the little animal who believes he'll never do anything important---until he meets Jesus and carries him into Jerusalem! A timely tale for young and old alike. 32 pages, hardcover from Harvest.
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14 out of 1688%customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for The Donkey That No One Could Ride
Review 1 for The Donkey That No One Could Ride
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Date:June 11, 2013
Mary Ann Thomas
Location:Summit NY
Age:Over 65
Gender:female
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Story NOT at all related to a Bible account.( Was hoping it would refer to the time Jesus sent his disciples to loose the ass and foal. He said " If anyone say ought unto you say the Lord hath need of them.")Only product I ever got and did not like.
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Review 2 for The Donkey That No One Could Ride
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Date:April 26, 2013
opinionsviewed
Location:Mid west
Age:Over 65
Gender:female
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Very neat artist! The story line needed a little explaining to a 6 year old. But he was thinking! Yea! -- But be sure you know the Bible story ahead of time.
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Review 3 for The Donkey That No One Could Ride
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Beautiful Easter Story for all ages!
Date:April 19, 2013
mcmusic
Location:Sudbury, Ontario
Age:45-54
Gender:female
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I loved this story as much as my grand daughter, who is four yrs. The art work is wonderfully done and the poetry brings to life the special relationship between the donkey and Jesus. I read this story to my craft group at Church and the ladies loved it as well. A tradition to start every easter season!
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Review 4 for The Donkey That No One Could Ride
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My Grand daughter loved this story!
Date:April 15, 2013
Helen Nelson
Location:Glyndon, MD
Age:55-65
Gender:female
Quality:
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A message of hope, written for young children. Meeting Jesus is a life-changing event for this donkey. Doubt and sadness are replaced with joy and confidence. My 3 yr. old granddaughter loved this story!
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Review 5 for The Donkey That No One Could Ride
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Date:April 12, 2013
ritamae
I bought this to read to my grandchildren, they loved it kept their attention thru out the story
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Review 6 for The Donkey That No One Could Ride
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Great story---wonderful art work
Date:April 8, 2013
willy
Location:Winfield, KS
Age:Over 65
Gender:female
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I used this book with a group of children on Palm Sunday. It held their attention and they seemed to really enjoy it. The story is something all children can relate to and the message is powerful. I would recommend this book to any personal collection for children or any church library. The art work is adorable and makes the book so special.
pleasant to read.
pleasant to read.
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Review 7 for The Donkey That No One Could Ride
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Sweet story & great illustrations!
Date:April 4, 2013
Jane
Location:Charleston, SC
Age:55-65
Gender:female
Quality:
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Wonderful story and great illustrations. My grandchildren loved the book!!
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Review 8 for The Donkey That No One Could Ride
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fantasized and non-Biblical
Date:March 24, 2013
Mary
Location:New Jersey
Age:55-65
Gender:female
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I ordered this book for our church library, but returned it for being so far from the real story of Palm Sunday. It fantasizes about why the donkey couldn't be ridden (weak, sad, unloved) and then sensationalizes his sudden healing when he is brought to Jesus. I wouldn't want children to get the idea that this is what really happened. Other reviews mention that it was loosely based on the Bible story. Yes, VERY loosely.
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Review 9 for The Donkey That No One Could Ride
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Delightful re-telling of Jesus' triumphant ride
Date:October 9, 2012
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This delightful piece of children’s literature introduces the young reader or listener to the donkey that Jesus rode during his triumphal entry into Jerusalem prior to his crucifixion.
This humble little donkey is portrayed as “young, weak and small”, unable to be ridden by anyone. But then he meets the Man, so kind and wise, who reminds the small beast of burden, “My help is enough.” Indeed the Master’s help was enough for the frail little donkey who is no longer frail and weak, but carries the King through the gates of the city to shouts and cheers of hosannas and praise.
This book is beautifully illustrated and a delightful retell of the Lord’s triumphal entry that will be enjoyed by any reader, whether young or young at heart. It is also a wonderful reminder that Jesus can use and make profitable any of his creatures no matter how frail or useless; even we who are frail humans and in much need of the Master’s help. (reviewed by J.La Tour)
About the author: Anthony DeStefano is the bestselling author of Ten Prayers God Always Says Yes To, A Travel Guide to Heaven, This Little Prayer of Mine, and Little Star. He has received prestigious awards from religious organizations worldwide for his efforts to advance Christian beliefs in modern culture.
About the illustrator: Richard Cowdrey is the talented and well-known illustrator of numerous children’s books, including Bad Dog, Marley! and Marley Goes to School. He has worked with such distinguished clients as Bantam Books, National Football League, and World Wildlife Federation. Desiring to honor God with his work and with his life, Richard lives in Ohio with his wife and children.
DISCLOSURE: A complimentary of The Donkey That No One Could Ride was provided to ACS for the purpose of rendering our honest review. Opinions expressed are those of the reviewer solely.
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Review 10 for The Donkey That No One Could Ride
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Date:May 26, 2012
Irene
Location:Albany, Oregon
Age:55-65
Gender:female
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Even I enjoyed the story about the Donkey and it kept my three year old grandson's interest and he asked me to read it over again several times.
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Review 11 for The Donkey That No One Could Ride
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Wonderful story
Date:April 22, 2012
CherGad
Location:South Carolina
Age:45-54
Gender:female
Quality:
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I bought this book for my granddaughter for Easter and she loves it. This book reminds me that no matter how incapable we see ourselves as being that God can still use us to do great things if we just trust Him.
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Review 12 for The Donkey That No One Could Ride
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Absolutely great for young children
Date:April 20, 2012
nana
Location:Hopkinton, MA
Age:Over 65
Gender:female
Quality:
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I reviewed 2 other books and feel the same way about this one for my younger grandchildren. I hope that CBD will continue to have great books for everyone.
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Review 13 for The Donkey That No One Could Ride
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Date:April 3, 2012
Silvie
Location:Commerce, Tx
Age:45-54
Gender:female
Quality:
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Awesome story; great illustrations. Written so children can understand it
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Review 14 for The Donkey That No One Could Ride
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Date:March 27, 2012
Jean Werth
Location:Rio Rancho, NM
Age:55-65
Gender:female
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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5
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This is a darling book for children. The story is understandable for their little minds and show that Jesus can use anyone for His purpose...even a little donkey! The illustrations are beautiful. I would highly recommend this book to anyone without hesitation. We are sending it to our godson for Easter.
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Review 15 for The Donkey That No One Could Ride
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Delightful version for children
Date:January 12, 2012
Quality:
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You will see a young donkey tied there that no one has ever ridden.
This beautiful children's story book in lovely rhyme is a loosely told version of the Biblical account of the donkey that was chosen to be the one on which our Savior, Jesus Christ, would ride into Jerusalem the Sunday prior to his death. (Found in Luke 19:28-38)
Anthony DeStefano, author, and Richard Cowdrey, illustrator, have worked together to bring a lovely version of this lowly beast who feels no worth but who is chosen to be the one to carry or Lord.
He was tied to a post on a small dusty road
And left all alone while his tears overflowed,
Left all alone and wondering why
He was born to be weak, and born to be shy,
And born to be frightened,
And born to cry.
And left all alone while his tears overflowed,
Left all alone and wondering why
He was born to be weak, and born to be shy,
And born to be frightened,
And born to cry.
Although this little book is focused on the account of the donkey being chosen to carry our Lord, there is also an underlying theme. It is that our Lord sees worth in each and every one of us and can use us for His purposes.
"My help is enough;
It's all that you need,
It's all you require in the life to succeed."
It's all that you need,
It's all you require in the life to succeed."
Children will delight to have this read to them repeatedly and will also be enchanted by the good use of rhyme to tell the story. Cadence and rhyme are beautifully done by Anthony DeStefano.
Publisher: Harvest House Expected Publication Release: February 1, 2012
ISBN: 9780736948517
I was provided a complimentary copy of "The Donkey That No One Could Ride" by Harvest House Publishers in order to provide a review. I was under no obligation to write a positive review.
Reviewed on my blog: http://ChatWithVera.blogspot.com
ISBN: 9780736948517
I was provided a complimentary copy of "The Donkey That No One Could Ride" by Harvest House Publishers in order to provide a review. I was under no obligation to write a positive review.
Reviewed on my blog: http://ChatWithVera.blogspot.com
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Review 16 for The Donkey That No One Could Ride
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The Donkey No one Could Ride
Date:January 10, 2012
Quality:
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Christians are all familiar with the verses in Luke 19:28-38 about Jesus’ ride into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday - where He was greeted with Hosannas and praise.
THE DONKEY THAT NO ONE COULD RIDE is loosely based on these scriptures, telling the story of why the author thinks possibly the donkey couldn’t be ridden, how the donkey felt about it, and the miracle that God wrought in the donkey’s life.
Written in poetic style, this book is great for a parent or other adult to read to young children or even for readers to read for themselves. The colorful images kept my daughters’ attention, while the story had them riveted. Even my teen son cheered when he heard part of the story, and made sympathetic sounds during the sadder parts.
THE DONKEY THAT NO ONE COULD RIDE is a charming addition to any child’s library. A wonderful tale that will emphasis stories they hear in Sunday School or church, and will bring the story of Palm Sunday and THE DONKEY THAT NO ONE COULD RIDE to life. Recommended. Perfect for children ages 2 – 6.
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