Laura Sassi at The Lahaska Bookshop

Join us in welcoming Children’s author Laura Sassi as she signs copies of her new book My Tender Heart Devotions on Saturday, November 16th, 2024 from 1:00-3:00PM at The Lahaska Bookshop.

About the Book:

My Tender Heart Devotions introduces little ones to weekly reflections with 52 Bible-based readings and rhymes. Encourage young readers to learn and grow in their relationship with God through this uplifting and interactive book of devotions!

My Tender Heart Devotions offers 52 age-appropriate meditations for toddlers and preschoolers, including Bible verses and prayer. Using concrete, everyday experiences or objects that little ones can relate to, each weekly reflection is easy to understand and prompts conversation about God’s goodness and love. Written in catchy rhyme, an opening poem is followed by a short devotional that includes a Bible passage, a playful “Heart Moment” activity, and a prayer.

With short and sweet, well-written text and whimsical illustrations, this devotional will become a beloved part of any morning or bedtime routine. Beginner readers will enjoy using items from around home or thinking about daily activities when it comes to God’s Word. Simple yet uplifting Biblical application shines through every “Heart Moment” for parents or other caregivers to share and ponder. Scripture references for further reading are noted throughout and encourage regular Bible reading. With a note from the author and tips on how to help young readers begin daily devotions, every household or classroom will learn and grow in their relationship with God while using My Tender Heart Devotions.
 “My Tender Heart Devotions takes profound, timeless truths from Scripture and packages them in a format that will make sense to young eyes and ears.
This colorful resource will help bolster your young child’s faith—and it just might bolster your faith, as well.”
—Jim Daly, President, Focus on the Family
My Tender Heart Devotions:

• Contains 52 easy-to-read, easy-to-understand devotions for younger children ages 0-6
• Uses concrete, everyday experiences or objects that little ones can relate to as the spark for conversation and connecting with God
• Pairs kid-friendly poems with short devotionals that includes a Bible passage, a playful “Heart Moment” activity, and a prayer.
• Offers colorful and vivid illustrations that can hold the attention of busy toddlers and active preschoolers
•  Provides an active response for young children to interact with for improved understanding and life application
• Is the perfect go-to resource for bedtime devotions or family Bible time
• Can also be used as the spark for Sunday school lessons, preschool chapels, even children’s sermon
• Learn more about My Tender Heart Devotions and find free resources at MyTenderHeartBooks.com.

About the Author:

Laura Sassi has a passion for telling stories in prose and rhyme. Her books with Paraclete Press include Happy Birthday, Christmas Child, My Tender Heart Bible, MyTender Heart Prayer Book and My Tender Heart Devotions, coming in 2024.  In addition, she is the author of multiple books for young children including the best-selling Goodnight, Ark, Love Is Kind , Diva Delores and the Opera House Mouse, Little Ewe, and Bunny Finds Easter. She also writes stories and poems for various children’s publications.

Laura had a fulfilling teaching career before becoming a children’s author. She’s been a homeschool mom, children’s ministry director, historic museum interpreter, and more. She writes daily from her home in New Jersey and finds special joy in sharing messages of kindness, comfort, and faith through story at school visits, church gatherings, and other events.