Check Out My Book Review Of Abigail and the Waterfall By Author Sandra L. Richter PLUS A Giveaway! #AbigailAndTheWaterfall
This post is sponsored by Sandra L. Richter. The review and opinions expressed in this post are based on my personal views.
ABOUT THE BOOK
Abigail and the Waterfall
Written by Sandra L. Richter
Illustrated by Michael Corsini
Ages: 4-6 | 32 Pages
Publisher:Â IVP Kids (2025) | ISBN: 978-1514008928
Publisher’s Book Summary: Explore the wonders of creation with Abigail and learn to care for God’s good earth!
Abigail loves Saturdays—especially when her family goes hiking! Follow Abigail and her family as they hike through the lush landscapes of Appalachia, encounter fascinating animals, and marvel at a big, beautiful waterfall. On their adventure, Abigail learns about caring for creation — about loving and stewarding the world God created.
Written by parent and university professor Sandra Richter and brought to life with enchanting illustrations by Michael Corsini, Abigail and the Waterfall is more than just a storybook—it’s an invitation for families to discuss what the Bible says about caring for the environment, animals, and the beautiful world around us.
Why families will love Abigail and the Waterfall:
*A captivating story about faith, nature, and stewardship
*Thought-provoking themes to help kids learn to love the environment
*A special note from the author to encourage meaningful conversations about creation care
Give your young readers a story filled with wonder and discovery. With Abigail and the Waterfall, families can experience the joy of exploring and protecting the world God has entrusted to us. Teach children to love all of God’s good earth and get your copy today!
PURCHASE LINK
Amazon ~Â Barnes and Noble ~Â Bookshop.org ~Â IVP Kids
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Sandra L. Richter (PhD, Harvard University) is the Robert H. Gundry Chair of Biblical Studies at Westmont College, a member of the Committee on Biblical Translation for the NIV, and widely recognized for her work in Deuteronomy and the Deuteronomistic history. She is best known in the church for The Epic of Eden: A Christian Entry into the Old Testament, the video courses that have grown from that project, and Stewards of Eden: What Scripture Says About the Environment and Why It Matters. Her newest project, Abigail and the Waterfall: Loving God’s Good Earth, is a children’s book about stewarding the gifts of God’s creation.
For more information, visit sandyrichter.org.
https://www.instagram.com/sandralynrichter/
ABOUT THE ILLUSTRATOR
Michael Corsini is an artist and illustrator with a BFA in illustration from Ringling School of Art and Design and an MTS from the John Paul II Institute in Washington, DC. His mission as an artist is to renew the church with works of beauty and music, and he has illustrated several children’s books including The Night the Saints Saved Christmas. Michael lives with his wife and their five children in northeast Pennsylvania where they are growing a small family homestead.
MY REVIEW
Abigail and the Waterfall follows young Abigail and her family on a hiking adventure, culminating in a visit to her favorite place: a beautiful freshwater waterfall in the forest. Along the way, they observe their surroundings such as birds, dragonflies, a thriving creek ecosystem—and learn to stay on the trail to protect fragile creek banks and wildlife. They also discover the little fish that swim in the creek, which tell them how healthy the creek environment is and enjoy a picnic soaking up sunshine while observing butterflies, ducks and more afterwards. Abigail and her family also learn the importance of cleaning up behind themselves when out exploring nature by picking up their trash and are inspired by reflecting on their responsibility to care for life and all that God has created. I also loved the part where the family encounters a Mountain Dusky Salamander near the waterfall and Abigail gets a close up with it….admiring it eye ball to eye ball. Such a cute book, with illustrations that will keep the little ones wanting to read more and a message that is perfect for young curious minds. I love it
I am loving Abigail and the Waterfall because not only is it fabulously written but it’s also fabulously illustrated and the story itself… is super special. I loved reading this book with my daughter because it offers a heartwarming and thoughtful reading experience that celebrates the beauty of nature, faith, and responsible stewardship. Through little Abigail’s eyes, young readers & their families are gently invited to appreciate God’s creation and consider how they can help to protect it. It’s a book designed to spark meaningful conversations between parents and their children and even caregivers and children. I loved the little bible verses found throughout too and also appreciated how Abigail and her family do their part to reduce their use of plastics all while ensuring that they take all of their trash with them when they leave. My daughter loves it too and wanted to keep turning the pages when I was reading it to her as she loved the pictures so much. I will be grabbing a few copies to gift to a few special kids on my gift giving list too because it’s a must-have!
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Monday, September 1, 2025
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Wednesday, September 3, 2025
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Thursday, September 18, 2025
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Friday, September 19, 2025
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NOW TO THE GIVEAWAY!
Enter for a chance to win one of five copies of Abigail and the Waterfall! Plus, one grand prize winner will receive a special Book Lover’s Bundle—complete with a Starbucks gift card and the opportunity to select a book of their choice from Amazon.com!
Abigail and the Waterfall: Book Giveaway
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