Wonderfully Made

by Joyce Meyer, Mary Sullivan (Illustrator)

"God gives all of us unique gifts. We just have to discover what they are."Hayley Hippo really wants to perform in the Everyday Zoo Talent Show. But she doesn't fly like Gabby Goose, and she can't spin a ball like Squirt the Seal. What is her talent?

Just in time for the show, Hayley's friends remind her that God loves everyone just as they are. Her talent could be right in front of her eyes...

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens

40 pages, Paperback

First published May 7, 2013

About the author

Joyce Meyer is one of the world's leading practical Bible teachers. A New York Times bestselling author, Joyce’s books have helped millions of people find hope and restoration through Jesus Christ. Through Joyce Meyer Ministries, Joyce teaches on a number of topics with a particular focus on how the Word of God applies to our everyday lives. Her candid communication style allows her to share openly and practically about her experiences so others can apply what she has learned to their lives.

Joyce’s programs, Enjoying Everyday Life and Everyday Answers with Joyce Meyer, can be seen around the world through television, radio, and the Internet. Joyce has authored more than 100 books, which have been translated into more than 100 languages and over 65 million of her books have been distributed worldwide. She teaches in cities across America as well as internationally. Joyce Meyer Ministries has offices in nine countries.

Joyce’s passion to help hurting people is foundational to the vision of Hand of Hope, the missions arm of Joyce Meyer Ministries. Hand of Hope provides worldwide humanitarian outreaches such as feeding programs, medical care, orphanages, disaster response, human trafficking intervention and rehabilitation, and much more – always sharing the love and Gospel of Christ.

Her latest book, LIVING A LIFE YOU LOVE, releases Spring 2018.

Hachette Book Group has sold over 30 million copies of Joyce Meyer's books.

Reviews

[Beyond the Pages with Eva K · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my! This was such an adorably sweet book. The message was simple enough for any child to grasp. It would be hard not to walk away with something. The illustrations were bright, colorful, and entertaining. The characters were diverse and encouraging. I really liked that. I thought there were many different teaching points that could be used by a parent or a teacher who wanted to show a child or a group of children what God's word says about them. I would definitely place this book on my bookshelf.

A complimentary copy of this book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley. I was not required to give a positive review. The words I have expressed are my own.

[Christy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Adorable story with a great purpose. I'll definitely read this to my students.

[Kirsten · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is what happens when authors who typically write for adults change things up and write a picture book--there is potential but it is not really suited for the target audience. I was hoping this book would make for a great read aloud picture book at a Sunday School class. However, word count aside, the book is a bit long-- a full 10 pages longer than the average picture book. Furthermore most of the pages have too much text in my opinion, at least for pre-readers. Most frustrating, though, are the illustrations. The water color is done in very light colors that would make seeing the illustrations (which are sometimes small and not full page pictures) difficult to see from any distance (like when you are reading aloud to a group of children). Overall this book could be usefully for teaching about finding your talent but only if the lighting wouldn't cause any glare. Also book would probably be best suited for a primary grade read aloud and not pre-school, due to it's length and detail of story.

[Ginny B · Rating 5 out of 5]

"God gives all of us unique gifts. We just have to discover what they are."

Joyce Meyer's children's book reminds us that everyone is special in God's eyes, and we each have a unique gift and talent if we just take the time to discover it. Hayley Hippo is so busy trying to imitate the talents of her friends that she becomes frustrated that she can't find her own talent. When a friend reminds her, "God didn't make you to be like everyone else, He made you to be you!" she finally discovers her own gift.

The illustrations are cute and the story is endearing. It captured the attention of my 4 year old and opened the door for some wonderful discussions.

[Carol · Rating 3 out of 5]

The zoo was having a talent show and everyone already knew what they were going to do. Everyone except Hayley Hippo. She tried everything her friends did but they just weren't the right thing for her. She felt like she had no talents and could not contribute to the show in any way. Finally someone discovered something Hayley was good at, something she had been doing all along without even knowing it. This cute picture book is a simple way to show young kids that everyone is talented in different ways.

[Diana · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love this children's book. You can use it to teach children about finding their talents. You could also use it to teach about how God loves all his children and makes us all different. There is hardly any talk of God, just at the end. It is about Halley the Hippo and her finding a talent for the town talent show. Halley goes around seeing everyone else's talents and is discouraged thinking she has no talent of her own until she discovers that she too has a talent.

[Margaret Chind · Rating 4 out of 5]

There is a talent show and Hayley the hippo is going around and around trying to discover her talent. This is another fun and attractive picture book from inspirational author Joyce Meyer.

*Thanks to Zondervan for providing an ARC for review.*

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[Katherine Salinas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Adorable book! It's hard finding your own talent, especially when everyone around you seems to have already found theirs! I like that the friends were the ones to help the hippo find her special talent. Cute illustrations too. I also love that the Scripture was included and even coincided with her verse at Awana this week.

[Kerry · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a lovely book to read with children. I work with kids who have self esteem issues and who are often comparing themselves to all their friends. This is a lovely way to approach the topic of being unique and beautiful no matter who you are with younger children. I loved it. Nice pics too.