I'm a Part of God's Plan

<p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Do you think it is important to</span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> lay a firm</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>foundation </strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>with your preschooler about who </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>God </strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>is?  </span></p><p><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)><em>I'm a Part of God's Plan</em></strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> is an excellent beginning to help young children to have a concept of who God is and how He relates to them. With each page this beautifully illustrated book ignites your child's imagination while guiding them to understand who God is and how their lives fit into His plan.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Drawing inspiration from the familiar verse </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Jeremiah 29:11</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> the book reassures both parents and their preschoolers that they are woven into the fabric of a divine plan. This book will help you start moving your child to an understanding that God has a plan and how they are a part of that plan.</span></p><p><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Interactive elements</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> enrich the reading experience inviting your child to engage with the story as they fit puzzle pieces together emphasizing their unique place in God's creation. As you read you are laying a foundation for preschoolers to come to love and trust Jesus.</span></p><p><em style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>I'm a Part of God's Plan</em><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> can be used with </span><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>adult audiences</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> when talking about this verse. We all need to be reminded that God has us in His hands and that we are a part of His great plan for all of us.</span></p><p></p><p><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Suggestions For Engagement</strong></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Here are a few ideas to help reinforce these concepts with your preschooler:</span></p><ol><li><ol><li><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Creative Activities</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>:  As you read interact with your child by helping </span><span style=color: rgba(255 0 0 1)>them </span><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>find where the puzzle piece on the left fits into the picture on the right. As you read point out that the puzzle of the little boy is complete on the page with Jesus</span></li><li><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Daily Affirmations</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>: Reinforce the message daily with simple affirmations. For example You are special and you are a part of God's plan.</span></li><li><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Family Discussions</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>: Set aside time for family devotions where you can discuss what it means to be part of God's plan relating it to your family and personal experiences.</span></li><li><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Encouraging Questions</strong><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>: Invite your preschooler to ask questions about God and their faith allowing for age-appropriate discussions that can help them explore their thoughts and feelings.</span></li></ol></li></ol><p></p><p></p>