Description
Gwen Tells Tales helps young readers see how God always accepts us when we confess and repent—and he gives us the humility to speak the truth when it’s hard.
Gwen Raccoon is embarrassed when she gets a failing grade on a math test. But that’s not the big problem: the big problem is that she is cultivating the habit of lying to do what she wants and cover up her mistakes. Gwen’s lies pile up. But when Mama confesses her own failure to tell the truth, Gwen gains the courage to confess and ask forgiveness of Jesus and of those she has lied to.
Edited by Edward T. Welch, Gwen Tells Tales offers concrete, grace-based help for understanding God’s forgiveness and is part of the Good News for Little Hearts series, which brings gospel wisdom and biblical counsel to families. Based on CCEF’s model of hope and help, each story focuses on an animal family’s real-life issues, encouraging young readers toward a growing relationship with Jesus during challenging circumstances.
- A special section at the end of the book guides parents in having meaningful conversations with their kids about how God’s forgiveness is always available to cleanse us from sin.
- Children ages four to seven will be captivated by Joe Hox’s colorful, fun illustrations that bring the animal world to life.
- Teaches children and parents how to apply God’s Word to the everyday problem of having the courage to always tell the truth.
Endorsements
"These books are a uniquely different genre from classic children's bedtime reading. They are counseling books to help children. They provide a creative avenue for children to consider how their faith is intimately relevant to their struggles. This is what makes this series of books so significant."
David Powlison, (1949–2019) was Executive Director of CCEF and editor of the Good News for Little Hearts series
"When our children were little, we read to them constantly—and had these books been available, they would have been among the favorites. With the simplicity and engaging charm of the Peter Rabbit stories, yet with the quiet grace of Christian insight, these stories stamp themselves on young minds. Text and pictures support each other tellingly. These books are destined to become favorites for young families."
D. A. Carson, Research Professor of New Testament, Trinity Evangelical School, Deerfield, IL; cofounder of The Gospel Coalition
"I love these books. My daughter Kim who struggles with a disability loves these books. She giggles all the way through them—catching all the subtle humor. I read them to my grandkids. We especially love the drawings. I buy copies for all my grandchildren. What more can I say? They are fun!"
Paul E. Miller, Director of seeJesus; author of A Praying Life and J-Curve: Dying and Rising with Jesus in Everyday Life
Product Details
Title: Gwen Tells Tales: When It's Hard to Tell the Truth
Author: Edward T. Welch
Publisher: New Growth Press
Pages: 32
Ages: 4-7 Years
Binding: Hardback
Size: 22.2 x 22.2 x 1.0 cm
ISBN: 9781645071372