A Whimsical Way to Share the Most Important Message
About the Book:
Kids love to dream about what they might do when they grow up: jobs they might have, places they might go, people they might meet. And parents and caregivers love to encourage and support them.
But for Christian parents, their greatest aspiration for their children, their dream of all dreams, is that whatever their kids do and wherever they go, they will love and follow Jesus.
As children embark on life’s journey with all their potential and aspirations, express to them your biggest dream with this beautiful illustrated rhyming children’s book.
As well as teaching children about the only thing that really matters in life, this book also reminds parents that telling their kids about Jesus is more important than anything else.
Makes a wonderful gift for a wide range of children–from 3 year olds to 8 year olds and even beyond–for birthdays, Christmas or graduation.
About the Author:
Melissa Kruger serves as director of women’s content at The Gospel Coalition. She is also the women’s ministry coordinator at Uptown Church (PCA) in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is the author of The Envy of Eve: Finding Contentment in a Covetous World, Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood, and In All Things: A Nine Week Devotional Bible Study on Unshakeable Joy. Her husband, Mike, is the president of Reformed Theological Seminary, and they have three children. She writes at Wits End, hosted by The Gospel Coalition.
Endorsements:
“What a fantastic book! The flowing poetry and vibrant artwork allow every Christian parent to tell their child what we find hard to say, but wish we could. It cuts to my heart and reminds me of the supreme value of following Christ. May many families be greatly blessed by regularly reading this book.”
Ed Drew
Director, Faith in Kids
“Oh the places our kids may go! Melissa writes a sweet book to read to your kids that will inspire and encourage their imagination. And wherever they go, Melissa hopes they’ll love Jesus. With precision and simplicity, she guides us to him.”
Trillia Newbell
Author, God’s Very Good Idea and If God Is For Us
“ Like the best books for little kids, this one combines playful illustrations with a simple, powerful message. We will definitely be reading this book to our young children, letting them know of our biggest dream for them—that they know God’s love and follow Jesus all their days.”
Kevin and Trisha DeYoung
Kevin is Senior Pastor at Christ Covenant Church, Matthews, North Carolina
“Wherever You Go, I Want You To Know captures so well the heart of any Christian parent. What matters most is not what our kids grow up to do, but Who they grow up to know. This is a book parents will want to read often to their children; and the whimsical rhymes and inviting illustrations will make it a favorite for kids too. Get this book for the youngsters—or the young parents—in your life!”
Brett McCracken
Senior Editor, The Gospel Coalition; Author, Uncomfortable: The Awkward and Essential Challenge of Christian Community
“A bouncy text with illustrations to match! A book about the dreams every Christian parent has for their child—including the biggest dream of all.”
Bob Hartman
Author, The Prisoners, The Earthquake, and the Midnight Song and The Bible App For Kids
“Wherever You Go, I Want You to Know encourages readers both young and old to chase after King Jesus with all of their hearts. In a world that prioritizes earthly accomplishments and academic pedigrees, this message is exactly what I want my children hearing before their heads hit their pillows at night.”
Hunter Beless
Founder, The Journeywomen Podcast; mother of three