What's so Wonderful about Webster

Boys and girls, just like men and woman, are created in God’s image. Unfortunately, we don’t always see how that applies to us.  I think that children often confuse their lack of ability in a certain area for being less than. Less than their friends or classmates, less than a sibling or cousin, less than everyone else.

Human nature leads us to focus more on what we can’t do than the one or two areas where we excel.

So, What’s so Wonderful About Webster? By Stephen and Alex Kendrick, with illustrations by Daniel Fernandez (B&H Kids, 2019) (inspired by the film Overcomer) comes along at an ideal time.  We need to get over giving participation trophies, and acknowledge the unique person that God created each of us to be. A person with unique gifts and talents.

                Webster, in his opinion, has no talent, he’s a klutz, and probably reminds you of the kid who always gets picked last at recess or in gym class. And now it’s time for games day at school, it’s a fierce competition between classes, and Webster is convinced that he should be sick and stay home from school so he won’t be a liability for his team. 

                He goes to school and realizes that God has given him a special gift, a gift that ultimately helps his class win.  A delightful way to teach children that we’re all a part of God’s family, and each member of the family brings something special to the table.

                I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. There was no requirement to write a positive review.

                5/5