Tori Comes Out of Her Shell helps children remember that Jesus is always our greatest friend and sees us when we feel all alone.
Tori the turtle feels all alone. She has just moved to a new pond with her family and it seems like everyone has a friend at her new school except for her. When her teacher, Miss Minnick, notices Tori feels alone, she helps her remember Jesus is always her friend and encourages her not to be scared about meeting new people. When Tori finds another lonely classmate on the playground, she feels brave enough to come out of her shell and make a new friend.
Edited by counselor Jayne V. Clark, Tori Comes Out of Her Shell offers concrete, grace-based help for overcoming loneliness 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.
"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, (1949Ð2019) 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
"So many Christian parents are looking for engaging, age-appropriate ways to help their young children learn what the Bible teaches about everyday struggles and challenging situations. This new book series edited by David Powlison and Ed Welch fits the bill! In the Good News for Little Hearts series, kids will be enthralled by relatable characters, charming illustrations, and gospel-centered lessons. These volumes would make a valuable addition to any family's library."
Jim Daly, President, Focus on the Family
"For years I wished there were resources that would help equip children to face the many trials and temptations that come in this life rather than waiting till they are neck-deep in the mire before throwing them the lifeline of biblical truth. The Good News for Little Hearts series is an answer to my longing. These books communicate life-changing biblical truths through beautiful illustrations and stories that connect with young hearts in meaningful ways."
Curtis Solomon, Executive Director, Biblical Counseling Coalition
"Wow, what a series! Within these books you meet wonderfully relatable characters with feelings and experiences readily identifiable to children of all ages, clever and creative illustrations, excellent questions that will spark meaningful conversations with your child or grandchild, and simple scriptural connections that are easily understood. Can't wait to recommend them to our kids and read them to our grandkids!"
Dave Harvey, President of Great Commission Collective; founder of RevDaveHarvey.com; author of When Sinners Say I Do and I Still Do: Growing Closer and Stronger Through Life's Defining Moment
"Kids struggle with loneliness, just like adults. Tori Comes Out of Her Shell teaches us how God cares for us. The cure for our loneliness starts with a new relationship with God through his Son, Jesus. That's a message every kid (and parent) needs to hear!"
Deepak Reju, Author of On Guard and Preparing for Fatherhood
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This is a very sweet story about children's struggles with loneliness and how Jesus is always there to help. Now, I am not a Christian myself, I'm Pagan, but still found the story to have a good message for young readers about making friends when it seems impossible.
This is a very sweet story about children's struggles with loneliness and how Jesus is always there to help. Now, I am not a Christian myself, I'm Pagan, but still found the story to have a good message for young readers about making friends when it seems impossible.
I really enjoyed the narrative of this book. It encompasses the 5 parts of a narrative; the characters, the setting, the plot, the conflict, and the resolution. Such a cute book. Great pictures and such a good storyline. The story is something that most kids can relate to.
I really enjoyed the narrative of this book. It encompasses the 5 parts of a narrative; the characters, the setting, the plot, the conflict, and the resolution. Such a cute book. Great pictures and such a good storyline. The story is something that most kids can relate to.
Another excellent read from this absolutely fantastic children's book series. In this book, kids (and adults) get to see a turtle struggle with the "common to man" issue of loneliness. Tori and her turtle family move to a new area. Tori's siblings strike up friendships easily, but Tori struggles to come out of her shell. As such, she faces the battle of loneliness until...Until her teacher offers her some advice that she got when she was young. The advice is backed up by a statement that Tori sees in church the following Sunday about Jesus always being with us. This encouraged Tori. Soon thereafter, Tori meets another creature who is hiding in a shell, which is actually a handbell. Tori and this creature soon become friends, thus helping Tori and her new found friend both deal with loneliness. The lesson is excellent. The art work is amazing. The story line is perfect to help the reader learn about the presence of Jesus in the midst of our loneliness. Highly recommended book, for sure.
Another excellent read from this absolutely fantastic children's book series. In this book, kids (and adults) get to see a turtle struggle with the "common to man" issue of loneliness. Tori and her turtle family move to a new area. Tori's siblings strike up friendships easily, but Tori struggles to come out of her shell. As such, she faces the battle of loneliness until...Until her teacher offers her some advice that she got when she was young. The advice is backed up by a statement that Tori sees in church the following Sunday about Jesus always being with us. This encouraged Tori. Soon thereafter, Tori meets another creature who is hiding in a shell, which is actually a handbell. Tori and this creature soon become friends, thus helping Tori and her new found friend both deal with loneliness. The lesson is excellent. The art work is amazing. The story line is perfect to help the reader learn about the presence of Jesus in the midst of our loneliness. Highly recommended book, for sure.
Love this series for kids.
Love this series for kids.
Loneliness is a feeling that is often difficult for our children to articulate and yet it’s so common. This Good News For Little Hearts book is relatable and comforting for our kids. Although it may be a more difficult concept, knowing that Jesus is always there for them is such an important lesson to reinforce. The lovely illustrations will draw your children into the story and the understandable text will speak to their hearts. I highly recommend this book for your family!
Tori Comes Out of Her Shell is a relatable story for children who are experiencing loneliness. For parents who are struggling what to say or how to help their kids through such a time, the section in the back of the book entitled “Helping Your Child with Loneliness” will give them great counsel. The Back Pocket Bible Verses in the very back of the book can be cut-out and given to the children who need that reminder from the story. If you know or parent a child dealing with feelings of loneliness, especially facing this issue at school, then offer them the encouragement by reading them Tori Comes Out of Her Shell: When You Are Lonely. I received this book from New Growth Press in exchange for this review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own and are my honest review of the book.
