Book Review: Wonderful by Stephen Kendrick, Alex Kendrick, and Amy Parker

Wonderful It’s almost field day, and Webster is worried. He can’t run fast, he trips on the jump rope, and his Frisbee always lands in a tree. How will he help his class get the medal? Webster is sure that God forgot to make anything special about him.  Join Webster and his class as the whistle blows and he discovers a few God-given skills that just might save field day. This whimsical, illustrated picture book reminds young readers that they were each wonderfully made by God!

If you asked a group of kids to describe themselves, how would they reply? Probably with their names, ages, or favorite sports—who they are on the outside. But what about who they are on the inside? Do they know they are unique, made new, and loved children of God?
            This book for middle-grade readers focuses their identity right back where it belongs: on their hearts and souls and minds, reflecting the glory of the One who made them. Featuring fun full-color illustrations, each short essay and activity will help kids discover their worth in God and learn that their true identity is nothing short of wonderful.

Wonderful is just one resource that brothers Stephen Kendrick and Alex Kendrick have created in conjunction with the new film release,

Overcomer.

This book, marketed as a middle grade reader, shows kids that their identity comes from who God says they are. Filled with bright illustrations and space at the end of each chapter to journal/draw, it gives kids truth to combat the lies the world is constantly throwing at them. I know I’m not the demographic, but I found the font a bit small, even for small fingers that might want to read along. Other than that, I loved the message and the way it was presented. There are stories kids can relate to, verses that are important for them to learn, and colorful illustrations that are pleasing to look at.

I think Wonderful is a great book not only to put in your library, but in your child’s spiritual arsenal.

I received Wonderful from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. I was not influenced or compensated in any way. All opinions are my own.