The Quiet in the Pot - Brother Lawrence

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The Quiet in the Pot - Brother Lawrence is a heartwarming children's book inspired by the life of Brother Lawrence, a humble 17th-century monk who found peace in everyday tasks. Through lyrical prose and glowing illustrations, young readers follow his journey from a curious boy to a joyful kitchen helper, discovering that peeling potatoes or stirring soup can be acts of love and prayer. Perfect for ages 4-8, this gentle tale invites kids to find joy and mindfulness in their own daily moments, making it a cherished read-aloud for families and classrooms. Publisher: The Evergreen CentrePublisher's Cataloging-in-Publication DataFinch, Bronwyn. The Quiet in the Pot: Brother Lawrence / text by Bronwyn Finch; illustrations by Mark Anderson. - First edition. Summary: A gentle tale inspired by Brother Lawrence, a humble 17th-century monk, showing how simple kitchen tasks can be acts of love and prayer. Identifiers: ISBN 978-1-989647-73-8 Subjects: Brother Lawrence, of the Resurrection, 1614-1691-Juvenile literature. Monks-Juvenile literature. Mindfulness-Juvenile literature. Christian life-Juvenile literature. Classification: 248.4-dc23