Best Family Ever (A Baxter Family Children Story)

I was subbing for a teacher and found this book on her desk. I read half the book during lunch and stayed after school long enough to finish it! I had to buy it that afternoon because I knew my girls (ages 9 and 10) would love it! As predicted, they said it was the best book they have ever read! They ask me every day to look up the latest news on when the next book will be coming out. I love that they love it so much because it has encouraged them in their faith, gotten them to pray more frequently and has reminded them that their best friends are their siblings, which has only brought them closer to each other. They have even read the book to their younger sister (6) and she loves it, too. Currently, the book is being borrowed by a friend of theirs and they cant wait until shes done reading it so they can hold a book club meeting about it! For me, not only do I love how much they love it and the positive influence its had on them, but it also introduced ME to the Baxter family and I have now spent my entire summer break so far reading the whole Baxter series (thanks to my hubby who bought me the entire series for my birthday on ebay!) So good! I highly recommend any of the Baxter family books! I cant wait for her to continue this childrens series!

I was so excited for the release of this novel. Karen Kingsbury is one of my absolute favorite authors and her Baxter family has been my favorite for a long time now. This book is the start of books about her Baxter family characters as children. I've always wondered about the Baxter kids and what there life was like growing up, and with this book, we get just that and so much more! It's definitely Life Changing Fiction For Kids everywhere!This one focuses on Ashley Baxter. Ashley was one of my favorite characters in the Baxter series and her character as a child......let me tell you, she was full of mischief and I saw myself in her so much! The experiences of having to move and make new friends and adjust to life in a new way, was something that I could relate to, after my dad retired from the military and I had to leave my best friend. The faith, the hope, the love that the Baxter children had as young ones was inspiring, even for this adult!Whether you have a child or grandchild, niece or nephew, who loves to read, this book is perfect for them! Every child, and adult needs to read this sweet book! I read it in one sitting. Mother and Son did a phenomenal job on this creation! If you're 8, or 98, this is a 5 star read that you will want on your shelf forever! Bravo and magnificently done, Mrs. Kingsbury and Mr. Russell. I can't wait to read the next one!

This is a good story for young readers. I purchased for a 6th grade girl.

Needed to replace a damaged library book.Also a sweet story with lots of laughs. Good condition upon recieval.Brooke.

Being that I’m a fan of the Baxter family series by Karen Kingsbury, I was excited to find out that her and her son Tyler Russell were writing a children series about the Baxter kids. Granted this book is geared towards kids ages 8-12, but I knew I would read it.A simple, easy read because of the intended audience, I still found myself caught up in the adventures of Brooke, Kari, Ashley, Erin and Luke. You are taken back in a time where no iPads, cell phones, etc. are the focal point of growing up. My own childhood memories came back as I turned the pages of BEST FAMILY EVER.While the book centers around middle daughter Ashley, as a reader you still get a good glimpse into the childhood of the other four children. Ashley is a funny, yet very imaginative girl, who finds herself in trouble with her teacher, her parents and siblings, but you have to love her young heart. As in every family, the Baxter children have their moments of not getting along, moments of feeling alone, not being loved. But when the biggest change in their young lives are about to take place, a move to another state for their dad John Baxter’s job, the five bond closer together and remember the words their mother Elizabeth always tells them....Your best friends are the ones around the dinner table each night. I love the children’s faith throughout the book.I think that BEST FAMILY EVER is a good introduction to the this beloved family for the young reader. And to be honest a good book for all the adult Baxter family readers. I loved reading about the family in the early days and look forward to the next books.If you have young readers in your life, I highly recommend this book. And definitely take the time to read along with your child, you will find yourself laughing and reminiscing about your own childhood....and maybe even shed a few tears.

A beautiful beginning to this beloved family's story. The emotions I experienced were strong and life giving. I felt so connected with the characters and what they were going through. This story is so powerful, it will change the course of family relationships for generations. Pouring out hope and healing in every page with rich examples of grace lined parenting and biblical encouragement Karen and Tyler equip their young readers with immeasurably important tools for navigating trials and emotions they face from day to day. So many lies the enemy tells our youth are combatted with beautiful encouragement throughout the book. Thoughtfully written, Best Family Ever will captivate the minds of not only young readers, but adults as well. The lessons in Godly parenting woven into the everyday situations are certain to make a great impact. I gained priceless insight into how I want to parent my children going forward. It's filled with real life situations, honest emotional responses and guidance for young readers to find their hope, healing and true identity in Christ. Breathing life into a world so desperately in need of our Savior's healing.

Wonderful wonderful book!! My 12 year old daughter has absolutely loved both books and can't wait to read the third and fourth books. Please write lots more!!!

This book is by the BEST AUTHOR EVER