Tori Comes Out of Her Shell: When You Are Lonely

Help Your Child Overcome Loneliness with Tori Comes Out of Her Shell: When You Are Lonely

Teach your child about friendship, God’s presence, and finding courage to connect with others through Tori Comes Out of Her Shell: When You Are Lonely, a tender and beautifully illustrated story from the Good News for Little Hearts series. This gentle story helps children understand feelings of loneliness and shows them that Jesus is always their friend.

Features Include:

• Relatable Story:
  Meet Tori the turtle, who has just moved to a new pond and school. At first, she feels left out while everyone else seems to already have friends. With encouragement from her teacher, Tori learns that Jesus is always with her and discovers ways to make new friends along the way.
• Faith-Filled Lesson:
  Children will learn that feeling lonely is normal, but God’s presence and friendship are constant. They are encouraged to turn to Jesus and take small steps toward connecting with others.
• Beautiful Illustrations:
  Joe Hox’s vibrant artwork brings Tori’s world to life, helping children relate to her feelings and the comfort found in God’s love.
• Parent Resource Section:
  Includes biblical guidance and conversation prompts for parents to help children process loneliness and learn to rely on Jesus in their relationships.
• Back Pocket Bible Verses:
  A tear-out page of Scripture helps children remember God’s promises and companionship when they feel alone.

Perfect For:

• Children Ages 3–8: A gentle introduction to loneliness, friendship, and God’s presence.
• Family Reading Time: Encourages thoughtful conversations about making friends and trusting Jesus.
• Christian Schools & Sunday Programs: A practical resource for teaching children about God’s care and friendship in everyday life.

About the Series:
The Good News for Little Hearts series brings gospel hope and biblical wisdom to families through beautifully illustrated stories. Each book follows an animal family facing real-life challenges, offering children a warm, grace-filled way to see how Jesus meets us in everyday struggles.

Illustrated by Joe Hox, Tori Comes Out of Her Shell is a thoughtful, faith-filled story that will be treasured by children, families, and educators alike.