Friend, You Are Loved!
About This Book
Through whimsical illustrations and singsong rhymes, Friend, You Are Loved! invites young readers and their caregivers to explore their God-created emotions together.
Engaging characters such as the soaring, happy kite or the snapping, grumpy turtle assist children in identifying feeling words and describing emotions. Interactive questions provide opportunities for conversation and connection. Each emotion is paired with Scripture to demonstrate that these feelings are gifts from God.
The book concludes with a simple gospel message which demonstrates Jesus’ love and an invitation to talk to Him about all big feelings.
“My hope is the same for my kids and yours: that this book helps them discover their emotions as God-given gifts, shares that Jesus loves them and gave His life for them, and reminds them they can always bring every feeling to Him.“
– Melissa Magnuson
Author: Melissa Magnuson
Melissa Magnuson lives in Lakewood, Washington, with her husband, Jon. She has four children through birth and adoption, and has also opened her home as a foster mom. Her growing family now includes a son-in-law, a daughter-in-law, and a future daughter-in-law.
Melissa holds a degree in Christian Counseling and Religion and has spent decades working with children and families through education, and children’s and youth ministry. She now serves on the Saturate team in events and administration.
She enjoys the season of summer, paddle boarding, cheering at live sporting events, and walking her dog Oscar, an English Setter mix. She is excited to share this book with her daughter and illustrator, Anna Bowker. She hopes it helps children discover their emotions as God-given gifts, believe Jesus loves them and gave His life for them, and know they can always bring every feeling to Him.
Illustrator: Anna Bowker
Anna Bowker is an illustrator and artist who studied at Tacoma Community College and Western Washington University. Her favorite mediums include gouache, acrylic, and printmaking. Anna has brought her art to both professional and volunteer projects, including VBS curriculum activities, and event planning and execution.
In her free time, Anna enjoys open water swimming, gardening, and hosting craft nights. She is a newlywed to her husband, David, and lives in Lacey, WA. She is excited to share this book with her mother, Melissa Magnuson. Follow Anna’s work on Instagram @annabowkerart
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