"This book is an affirmation of who our boys were made to be: godly men who are strong, wise, and loving. I picture my own son as I read these words!"
-Phylicia Masonheimer
Author of
Every Woman a Theologian
When Kelsie Detweiler was looking for a good book that would teach her own young children they were perfectly created by their loving Creator, she discovered there weren't a lot of books out there that celebrated His beautiful intent for each one of us. Wanting something that would show her son he was "fearfully and wonderfully made," Detweiler developed a beautiful picture book to discuss the uniqueness of each boy. The result is
God Made You, My Darling Boy
-a delightful, age-appropriate book to help begin the conversation about God's handiwork in our creation and what it means to be a boy. Also available is the companion book,
God Made You, My Darling Girl
.
Endorsements
"As a parent and grandparent of boys, I am thrilled that Kelsie has written this delightful book to affirm God's unchanging truth and encourage little boys to fully embrace who He created them to be."
-Mary Ann Crum
Newspaper columnist, Podcaster of
Unquenchable Hope
, and author of
A Giggle Goes a Long Way
and
Live. Learn. LAUGH!
"Thank you for this 'must-read' for parents, teachers, and family ministry leaders in need of a sensitive, well-written narrative for children on the subject of gender identity."
-Angela J. Didway, M.S., LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, specializing in children & families
Owner, Maximum Child Learning Center
Founder & CEO, Maximum Elementary Christian School
"Kelsie Detweiler does a beautiful job intertwining God's Word in
in a way that will lovingly open up your son's eyes to God's truth. Unfortunately, the world is teaching our children otherwise! This invaluable, illustrated book will be a joy to read aloud to your little one over and over again."
-Kirby King
Speaker and author of
Abiding in Christ-What is it Anyway?
Walking Through Fire Without Getting Burned
"
tenderly addresses gender identity in a way that even a child can understand...I personally recommend this book to anyone who wants to help their young son, nephew, or other special boy in their life to know God's love for him just the way he is!"
-Stephen Bradshaw, MBA, MA, Christian Ministry
Preaching Minister, Haigler St. Church of Christ
Abbeville, South Carolina
"In our confused culture, parents cannot wait to begin teaching their children the goodness of God's design for their bodies. This book is a great first step in building a biblical foundation on gender in the hearts of our sons."
-James Norris
Pastor, New Hope Presbyterian
"In
, Kelsie beautifully communicates biblical truth...This book is needed."
-Rachel Benham
Author and illustrator of You Are Fearfully and Wonderfully Made
is an incredibly beautiful read for young boys! The message in this book shows just how special boys are, why God made them, and how vital they are in our lives. It is a sweet and heart-warming read to share with that special little boy in your life!"
-Yalixa Rodriguez
Mila & Mica Butterfly Cheese
"A precious book celebrating God-given masculinity."
-Carmen Schober
Author