God Made You to Be You

Written by Jamie Ivey and Tama Fortner · Illustrated by David Creighton-Pester

A cactus learns why being stuck is his special gift.

4.5 Goodreads · 57 ratings

24 pages· 480 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· ~520L

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Bookroo's summary

Sammy the cactus envies his mobile desert friends, wishing he could slither, soar, or hop. Stuck in one spot, he feels sad and out of place. But as Sammy discovers his unique purpose, he learns that being rooted is a gift, allowing him to help his community in ways only he can. This charming tale of self-discovery and acceptance invites young readers to embrace their individuality and understand that everyone has a special role to play. Will Sammy find joy in his sticky situation and realize his true potential?

From the publisher

Sammy the cactus is stuck–sticky stuck in the ground to be exact, with no way to move, run, or roam. Snake can slither. Hawk can soar. Jackrabbit can hop. But Sammy? He must stay rooted in one spot. This makes him sad, and he begins to wish he could be more like his desert friends. But could there be a reason Sammy is planted in one place? In this fun, rhyming board book for children ages 2-6, Sammy discovers that God made him sticky stuck on purpose so that he can help his community of friends! A story about learning the importance of being yourself, God Made You to Be You is sure to delight and encourage young readers with the reminder that God has a special purpose and plan for each of us!

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