52 AMAZING ANIMALS That Point to One Great God
Wild Faith Devotional for Kids
The 52 incredible creatures in this engaging devotional will have young believers marveling at how awesome God is as they discover the journey of wild faith God invites them to! Filled with stunning photographs and gorgeous illustrations, it gathers well-known animals like flamingos, snakes, dogs, and cats along with lesser-known creatures like the capybara, glass frog, and rock-climbing goby to help kids celebrate God’s creativity, seek God with all their hearts, and rest in God’s great love for them.
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Free Wild Faith Activity Pack
Perfect for ages seven and up, this resource has a crossword, word search, sudoku, and more. You’ll also find ideas for getting out in nature and learning about the critters God created. Plus, there are 52 Bible verse cards to help you hide God’s word in your heart. Download it as my gift to you!
Wild Faith on The Bible App
Get a taste of the quirky animal facts and meaningful takeaways in Wild Faith Devotional for Kids by exploring the five-day devotional plan on The YouVersion Bible App.
With shortened versions of five animal devotions from the book, this plan offers the perfect way to take in God’s word as your family wakes up, goes to sleep, or anytime you gather for a moment. The YouVersion Bible App plan is also a great way to share God’s love with your neighbors. Just send them the link to the Wild Faith plan and invite them to read along with you. Of course, the biblical encouragement in Wild Faith Devotional was designed with kids in mind, so it’s great for fostering an independent Bible reading habit too.
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Invite Valerie for an Author Visit
exciting experience, lasting memories
One of my favorite things about writing books is visiting with young readers. I love connecting virtually and in person to share God’s love and get kids excited about reading, writing, and the Bible.
Author visits can be tailored to the needs of your group and include an activity pack, the opportunity to get signed books, and more.
Get the full scoop about a visit to your classroom, church, or event, on my Books & Author Visits page here. I hope to see you soon!
Pastors and Parents Agree
Wild Faith Devotional for Kids is “a delight,” “irresistible,” “a perfect spiritual formation tool”!
“This devotional feels like a warm hug! Every page is a delight and offers a new opportunity for kids to get to know God in a deeper way. It’s perfect for starting meaningful conversations about kindness, faith, and the love of Jesus with your kids.”—Mandy Arioto, president and CEO of The MomCo
“The Wild Faith Devotional for Kids has breathed fresh air into the devotional time I share with my son. Each reading is not only inspired and biblically based but also informative, eye-opening, and fun to read! I’m so grateful for this book that points our entire family to the awesome wonder of our great Creator.”—Sanya Richards-Ross, Olympic gold medalist and world champion athlete
“Written with both gentleness and playfulness, Wild Faith takes nature-loving kids on a journey of discovering God’s creativity and presence in His created world.”—Christie Thomas, award-winning author of Fruit Full: 100 Family Experiences for Growing in the Fruit of the Spirit
“Wild Faith combines science, Scripture, and soul-shaping application—with joy, depth, and a whole lot of wild fun—making it irresistible for curious kids! From otters to owls, this devotional is packed with fascinating facts and powerful biblical truths that help kids see God’s hand in every part of creation.”—Brock Eastman, author of Faith and Science with Dr. Fizzlebop
“The Wild Faith Devotional for Kids presents the gospel in a clear, child-friendly way, then uses animals to help kids explore who God is and how they can live their lives for Him. The interesting animal facts will draw kids in, and the corresponding important truths about God and faith will make them say “wow”! I love the practical steps and thought-provoking questions throughout the book that invite kids to consider how they might live out the truths in their daily lives. This devotion is perfect for any animal-loving elementary child looking to grow deeper in their faith and learn about God’s creation at the same time!”—Brittany Nelson, Creator of DeeperKidMin.com, author of Time to Update: 7 Areas to Integrate Digital Discipleship into Your Children’s Ministry Strategy
“Valerie Ellis has created a one-of-a-kind devotional resource for children and their parents. With captivating illustrations, the Wild Faith Devotional for Kids draws the reader in with interesting facts about animals and relates them to clear truths about Creator God. A perfect spiritual formation tool for families and children.”—Dr. Brian Haynes, author of The Legacy Path: Discover Intentional Spiritual Parenting, lead pastor at Bay Area Church and Christian School
“From friendly capybaras to leaping klipspringers, Wild Faith Devotional for Kids is a joyful celebration of the creative love of God.”—Courtney Ellis, pastor and author of Looking Up: A Birder’s Guide to Hope Through Grief
“Wild Faith is a fun and impactful devotional that invites kids to discover God through the wonders of the animal world. Each devotion is packed with fun, fascinating facts, and meaningful faith connections.”—Vanessa Myers, author of Wondering to Bethlehem, creator/founder of Family Faith Builders
“Wild Faith Devotional for Kids is a magnificent book! Valerie Ellis ties the unique, special facts about each animal to a specific Bible verse and then shares a beautiful devotional about seeking God and God’s love for us. I can’t think of a better devotional for our animal loving family!”—Paige Murray, author of Rosie’s Wild Ride and Rosie’s Ranch Rescue