Maria Fearing: The Girl Who Dreamed of Distant Lands

Maria Fearing: The Girl Who Dreamed of Distant Lands tells the inspiring true story of a woman who, once freed from slavery, followed God’s call to bring hope and compassion to children in Africa. Despite immense challenges, Maria’s courage, determination, and love for Jesus led her to protect children from slavery, teach them God’s Word, and help translate the Bible into their own language.

Features Include:

• Inspiring True Story: Follows Maria Fearing’s journey from freedom in Alabama to missionary service in Africa, showing how faith and perseverance can change lives.
• Beautifully Illustrated: Engaging, colourful artwork captures Maria’s strength and compassion.
• Faith-Building Message: Encourages children to trust God’s calling and serve others with courage and love.
• Interactive Learning: Includes extra facts, a biographical timeline, and free downloadable worksheets to help children reflect and apply what they’ve learned.

Why We Love It:

We love Maria Fearing: The Girl Who Dreamed of Distant Lands because it celebrates God’s power to use ordinary people to do extraordinary things. Maria’s story of resilience and obedience inspires children to listen for God’s voice and respond with faith, wherever He leads.

Perfect For:

• Families and Children’s Ministries: Ideal for story time, devotionals, or mission-focused lessons.
• School Libraries: A valuable resource highlighting courage, compassion, and faith.
• Gift Giving: A meaningful gift that encourages young readers to see how God can use their lives for His glory.

Part of the beloved Do Great Things for God series — including Amy Carmichael, Betsey Stockton, Betty Greene, Corrie ten Boom, Fannie Lou Hamer, Fanny Crosby, Gladys Aylward, Helen Roseveare, Queen Elizabeth II, Susannah Spurgeon, and Joni Eareckson Tada. Collect them all to inspire your family with stories of courageous faith.