For years "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" has been everybody's non-pollutionary, anti-institutionary, pro-confectionery factory of fun Now take a look at all of the pop culture icons from the... This description may be from another edition of this product.
I might have enjoyed this book more, or got more out of it, if I'd seen Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, or even read it, more recently than ten years ago. The spiritual parallels are interesting and thought-provoking, but I couldn't really get into the book, since I didn't have much more than a foggy memory of what she was talking about. If you're a big Charlie and the Chocolate Factory fan, you'll probably enjoy this book, otherwise, you might want to choose something else.
Highly recommend
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
I heard about this book at a Christian Camp where the speaker for a group of 4th-6th grade students. This book not only kept them entertained through the relation to Wonka, but also led them to ask big quetsions, about God and salvation. This is a must for upper elementary children's ministry
Nuggets, nuggets, nuggets
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
I was one of the first to pre-order this from Rasmussen's website. After reading it, it made me wanna rush out and see the movie. Now that I have, I'm gonna re-read the book. Very insightful nuggets and a must-own for Charlie/Wonka fans.
WonkaMania is Scrumdidilyumptious!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
A great book for the young, the young-at-heart, and especially the analytical! Kris Rasmussen writes in a friendly, engaging style, yet provides a thorough analysis of Biblical themes throughout the story. She uses the characters and their trip through the chocolate factory as a vehicle for illustrating spiritual truths in a way that is easily understood. I used parts of the book for a 5 day Jr. High VBS program with great results. The parents were excited about it, the kids had fun, and I was able to elicit some interesting discussions about faith. Recommended for use with kids, or just for your own pleasure. A fun and thought-provoking read.
WonkaMania is Wonderful!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
This is an excellent book. I could not put it down even though it could have been used as a daily devotional. Kris did an excellent job revealing insights from the movie and also about the movie. I also loved the movie/actor facts that were perfectly placed throughout the book. A great read!
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