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Good News for Little Hearts
Buster's Ears Trip Him Up: When You Fail
Buster’s Ears Trip Him Up, follows the adventures of Buster, a lop-eared bunny, who thinks he is the fastest bunny at camp, but unexpectedly loses his race. His older sister Ivy helps him to think about failure from God’s perspective and learn from the Bible where his identity is found.
A new series of hardback, illustrated children’s books for three-to eight-year-olds —each centered on an animal family—bring gospel help and biblical counsel to families. The animal characters, colorful illustrations, and the real-life issues each animal family face will captivate children. The first three books address anxiety, anger, and failure bringing biblical help and hope to issues every child faces. The last page of each book contains information for parents on how God, in his Word, helps children apply biblical truth to specific issues. Together children and parents will be guided by the stories into meaningful conversations about living by faith in the details of everyday life.
- Each story, based on a different animal family, will keep even the youngest child engaged.
- Brightly colored, fun illustrations welcome children into a detailed animal world.
- Each story helps children process a challenging situation with concrete, grace-based, help.
- Instead of moralism, children are offered a practical way to follow Jesus through a difficult situation.
- Based on CCEF’s model of hope and help that encourages a growing relationship with Jesus.
A new series of hardback, illustrated children’s books for three-to eight-year-olds —each centered on an animal family—bring gospel help and biblical counsel to families. The animal characters, colorful illustrations, and the real-life issues each animal family face will captivate children. The first three books address anxiety, anger, and failure bringing biblical help and hope to issues every child faces. The last page of each book contains information for parents on how God, in his Word, helps children apply biblical truth to specific issues. Together children and parents will be guided by the stories into meaningful conversations about living by faith in the details of everyday life.
- Each story, based on a different animal family, will keep even the youngest child engaged.
- Brightly colored, fun illustrations welcome children into a detailed animal world.
- Each story helps children process a challenging situation with concrete, grace-based, help.
- Instead of moralism, children are offered a practical way to follow Jesus through a difficult situation.
- Based on CCEF’s model of hope and help that encourages a growing relationship with Jesus.
32 pages, Hardcover
Published October 1, 2018
About the author
Edward T. Welch
123 books393 followersEdward T. Welch, M.Div., Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist and faculty member at the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation (CCEF). He has counseled for thirty years and is the best-selling author of many books including When People Are Big and God Is Small; Addictions: A Banquet in the Grave; Blame It on the Brain?; Depression: A Stubborn Darkness; Crossroads: A Step-by-Step Guide Away from Addiction; Running Scared: Fear, Worry, and the God of Rest; and When I Am Afraid: A Step-by-Step Guide Away from Fear and Anxiety. He and his wife Sheri have two daughters, two sons-in-law, and four grandchildren.
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January 5, 2019
BUSTER'S EARS TRIP HIM UP is an adorable story about a bunny who tripped due to his pride. The theme verse is pride goes before a fall, and it is sure true. It does. For people and rabbits.
Buster was bragging all over the place that he was going to win the race -- and he probably would've except he looked back to privately gloat over how far ahead of everyone else he was.
And then he tripped. And fell. And didn't get up. Instead, he just gave up.
But there are valuable lessons to learn here too. God loves us even before we mess up and He still loves us afterwards.
A great book for those who struggle with bragging and failing or who struggle with messing up, or who are afraid to even try.
I was given a copy free. All opinions are my own.
Buster was bragging all over the place that he was going to win the race -- and he probably would've except he looked back to privately gloat over how far ahead of everyone else he was.
And then he tripped. And fell. And didn't get up. Instead, he just gave up.
But there are valuable lessons to learn here too. God loves us even before we mess up and He still loves us afterwards.
A great book for those who struggle with bragging and failing or who struggle with messing up, or who are afraid to even try.
I was given a copy free. All opinions are my own.
December 28, 2018
Continuing in the series of Good News for Little Hearts, Buster’s Ears Trip Him Up takes a look at pride and our failures. It also explains the difference of being the best as to doing our best. As with the other two books, the artwork is creative, lively, and draws children in yet the message of the text is made in the simplest of terms that even has me looking at these life lessons a little differently.
One of the things that really popped out to me was the phrase, ‘practice makes perfect’. How many times have I said that to myself or to my children? My son and I have enjoyed reading this series together and I am happy that even I could come away with a new thought to ponder.
This series is definitely a shelf keeper.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher. I was not required to post a positive review and all views and opinions are my own.
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One of the things that really popped out to me was the phrase, ‘practice makes perfect’. How many times have I said that to myself or to my children? My son and I have enjoyed reading this series together and I am happy that even I could come away with a new thought to ponder.
This series is definitely a shelf keeper.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher. I was not required to post a positive review and all views and opinions are my own.
https://pausefortales.blogspot.com/20...
December 13, 2018
Buster is a bunny rabbit and he is a lively character that loves to run, race, and win. As he goes off to camp he looks forward to running the race and being the winner. But he fails and feels terrible about it. He is consoled and learns a lesson from failing to win.
This a delightfully cute and sweetly illustrated series and children and parents will certainly love the illustrations by Joe Hox. The critters that populate the pages of the stories are charming and beautifully drawn with a pallet of colors that delight the senses.
The text or story line is sweet and deeply infused with Biblical teaching that guides the critters through emotional mindfields helping them to understand reliance on God for help and control. The books are intentionally Scriptural and centered around Christian counseling.
The books are all a bit preachy but that is o.k. since the story line is intentionally designed to use children's story picture book venue to provide Christian Counseling. I think the books would be ideal for Christian school libraries, preschools, and Church libraries. Personally, I would take care about introducing these stories to children who do not exhibit these emotions or traits - anger, failing, and anxiety.
Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy to facilitate a review. Opinions are mine and freely given.
This a delightfully cute and sweetly illustrated series and children and parents will certainly love the illustrations by Joe Hox. The critters that populate the pages of the stories are charming and beautifully drawn with a pallet of colors that delight the senses.
The text or story line is sweet and deeply infused with Biblical teaching that guides the critters through emotional mindfields helping them to understand reliance on God for help and control. The books are intentionally Scriptural and centered around Christian counseling.
The books are all a bit preachy but that is o.k. since the story line is intentionally designed to use children's story picture book venue to provide Christian Counseling. I think the books would be ideal for Christian school libraries, preschools, and Church libraries. Personally, I would take care about introducing these stories to children who do not exhibit these emotions or traits - anger, failing, and anxiety.
Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy to facilitate a review. Opinions are mine and freely given.
February 7, 2019
I absolutely love this book!! Thoughtfully approaching the topic of failure in a manner that both parents and kids can relate to. It is a joy to read this book for our one year old, even though he doesn’t understand much of it yet we hope and pray that through repetition he can grow up knowing that even when we fail, Jesus love never fails.
The author gently deals with topics such as success/failure, humility/pride, striving/grace, and lays out the gospel through the illustration of a very stirring story.
And I just love the illustrations by Joe Hox!
“God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners” (Rom 5:8).
The author gently deals with topics such as success/failure, humility/pride, striving/grace, and lays out the gospel through the illustration of a very stirring story.
And I just love the illustrations by Joe Hox!
“God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners” (Rom 5:8).
March 8, 2022
26 years old and reading this children’s book with no shame. I can’t wait to read this book to my own kids one day! It’s something I needed to hear as a child, and it’s still something I need to hear today.
November 8, 2018
At present, there are three volumes in the "Good News for Little Hearts" series which seeks to help kids and parents face anxiety, failure, and anger in a God-honoring way. While these animal stories don't quite have the enduring charm of classics such as the Beatrix Potter books, Little Bear, or Frog and Toad and some conversations between characters seemed to come off a little unnatural (and maybe even a little "preachy") at times, my little ones enjoyed them nonetheless. The volumes are sturdy and full of creative, vibrantly colored illustrations. Each book concludes with Tips for further helping your child and four "Back Pocket Bible Verses" in the New Living Translation that you can cut out and give to your child.
Buster's Ears Trip Him Up: When You Fail has the clearest Gospel message of the three books, and both it and Jax's Tail Twitches: When You Are Angry mention the need for Jesus' forgiveness. I love that these books clearly point our kids to Christ! As far as articulating biblical counseling material, Jax's Tail Twitches seems to have the most content as it models the proper way to handle conflict: going to God in prayer, taking the log out of one's own eye first, asking forgiveness, and being reconciled. Parents will want to make sure to avail themselves of the parent tips at the end for the clearest Gospel presentation in this work. Buster's Ears Trip Him Up came in close but, in addition to confessing sin to God, parents will likely want to follow the example and parent tips in Jax's Tail Twitches and encourage kids to apologize and reconcile with those who have been hurt by their prideful boasting.
Altogether, these titles are useful picture books that will serve adults as they seek to minister to children in their lives and help them to better image and glorify their Creator and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Many thanks to New Growth Press for sending me complimentary copies! I was not obligated to write a positive review. These words are my honest opinion!
Buster's Ears Trip Him Up: When You Fail has the clearest Gospel message of the three books, and both it and Jax's Tail Twitches: When You Are Angry mention the need for Jesus' forgiveness. I love that these books clearly point our kids to Christ! As far as articulating biblical counseling material, Jax's Tail Twitches seems to have the most content as it models the proper way to handle conflict: going to God in prayer, taking the log out of one's own eye first, asking forgiveness, and being reconciled. Parents will want to make sure to avail themselves of the parent tips at the end for the clearest Gospel presentation in this work. Buster's Ears Trip Him Up came in close but, in addition to confessing sin to God, parents will likely want to follow the example and parent tips in Jax's Tail Twitches and encourage kids to apologize and reconcile with those who have been hurt by their prideful boasting.
Altogether, these titles are useful picture books that will serve adults as they seek to minister to children in their lives and help them to better image and glorify their Creator and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Many thanks to New Growth Press for sending me complimentary copies! I was not obligated to write a positive review. These words are my honest opinion!
November 11, 2018
One of three in an excellent series of books for 5-10 years olds that deal with the heart issues that affect us all: anger, pride and fear. They are beautifully illustrated by Joe Hox, who brings animals engagingly to life with captivating touches.
Buster learns literally that pride goes before a fall, when he trips in the big running race he was sure he would win. Zoe’s worries keep her from trusting that God cares for her and will take care of her. Jax’s family learn how anger can affect them all, and that they need to turn to God, apologise and forgive. One great feature of these books is the strong parental figures. They guide their children in the truth, acknowledge their own faults and listen well (Zoe’s mama “had good listening ears”). They bring their children back to God’s word as they guide and instruct, and are corrected by it themselves.
Each book contains notes and guidance to help parents as they teach children about managing fear, failure and anger, which many parents will appreciate and hopefully realise to apply to themselves as well. There are also tear out bible verses for kids to keep in their pocket to remember God’s truths.
Buster learns literally that pride goes before a fall, when he trips in the big running race he was sure he would win. Zoe’s worries keep her from trusting that God cares for her and will take care of her. Jax’s family learn how anger can affect them all, and that they need to turn to God, apologise and forgive. One great feature of these books is the strong parental figures. They guide their children in the truth, acknowledge their own faults and listen well (Zoe’s mama “had good listening ears”). They bring their children back to God’s word as they guide and instruct, and are corrected by it themselves.
Each book contains notes and guidance to help parents as they teach children about managing fear, failure and anger, which many parents will appreciate and hopefully realise to apply to themselves as well. There are also tear out bible verses for kids to keep in their pocket to remember God’s truths.
October 28, 2018
Buster's Ears Trip Him Up: When You Fail deals with failure and disappointment. My daughter (age 6) zooms through our house on a regular basis and Buster doing the same was her favorite part in the story. She related well to the characters and remembered the story even a few days after I had read it to her. It teaches a dual lesson that God loves us no matter what and to turn to him in our failures. These are important lessons for both adults and children and I'm thankful for this book. I can use it to teach my daughters how to address failure in life in a healthy way that encourages spiritual growth.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
December 28, 2018
This is probably my favorite book from the collection because it talks about trying your best. We all want to do everything well and sometimes we get competitive. Buster tries so hard but his silly ears get in his way . I remember how I always wanted to do good at everything so I would not be made fun of. I wanted kids to like me, but I was so shy and not good at sports.
When Buster doesn’t do well in a race, the book does a great job of reminding children that God love’s us no matter what. We don’t always have to be first as long as we try out best and have a humble heart. Buster learns a valuable lesson about pride. We all have had to deal with that issue and the book is well written in a way that children can understand that God love’s us no matter what.
I received this book from New Growth Press and Read With Audra Blog Program. The review is my own opinion.
When Buster doesn’t do well in a race, the book does a great job of reminding children that God love’s us no matter what. We don’t always have to be first as long as we try out best and have a humble heart. Buster learns a valuable lesson about pride. We all have had to deal with that issue and the book is well written in a way that children can understand that God love’s us no matter what.
I received this book from New Growth Press and Read With Audra Blog Program. The review is my own opinion.
January 3, 2024
These books get on my nerves a bit because of the horrendous punctuation and some lackluster grammar at times. However, they are rewritten by a great counseling organization, and have hit the nail on the head for my kindergartner.
This one is closest to five stars, but I can’t give any of them that because of the writing. I love the clear message that it’s not about what we can do or have done, but rather that God loves us always in spite of anything we do.
This one is closest to five stars, but I can’t give any of them that because of the writing. I love the clear message that it’s not about what we can do or have done, but rather that God loves us always in spite of anything we do.
October 27, 2018
This book creatively gives biblical counsel to children when they fail. If you are a parent who has a child that takes failure hard or tends to express a prideful heart, make sure you pick up a copy of Buster’s Ears Trip Him Up: When You Fail today!
See my full review at: http://www.entrustedbygod.org/2018/10...
See my full review at: http://www.entrustedbygod.org/2018/10...
October 2, 2020
An excellent short story for kids on the topic of humility and forgiveness. Not only is the lesson great, the art work is really awesome too. Great job by author and artist. Highly recommended read for your young kids.
October 22, 2018
Must read with your littles. Should be on every Christian family’s bookshelf.
December 14, 2021
Lovely book about failing.
December 30, 2021
(5☆ Would recommend & would read again)
Such a cute book. Great pictures and such a good storyline. I love how this book takes situations that kids might actually encounter and point them to Jesus.
Such a cute book. Great pictures and such a good storyline. I love how this book takes situations that kids might actually encounter and point them to Jesus.
February 17, 2024
God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble
God loved us before we did anything right. What a great message. We need God always and depend on Him for everything
God loved us before we did anything right. What a great message. We need God always and depend on Him for everything
April 19, 2024
This is such a great book to help teach your children what to do when they fail. I know we will be reading this book time and time again.
September 18, 2019
Read my full review at Spoiled Milks (02/15/19).
What stood out to me in this book was how Welch described how Buster felt after his tumble. "He remembered how he told everyone how fast he was—how he'd surely win the race. What would they think of him now? The weight of it all seemed to hold him down. He could not get up." This is exactly how it feels. Welch is able to put into words how embarrassment physically feels—a feeling a six-year-old wouldn't know how to express (at least not in this way).
The book ends with eight ways to help you child with failure. They help give parents direction on what to say to their children, such as talking about pride, having the wrong goal, turn to Jesus and confess their sin, living in God's kingdom, and more. There are four back-pocket Bible verses that can be cut out of the book and given to your child to carry around.
Illustrations
Joe Hox did an excellent job in this book. There is plenty of color. The animals display emotions well, so it's always plain what they are feeling, and the environments, from inside the house, to the forest (and its sunlight), to the school classroom, to the lake in the background of of the campsite, the backgrounds are well made.
There are some grammatical mistakes, but they are few. The rest of the book is great!
Recommended?
Failure is constant throughout life, as trial and error is how we learn. Yet in a world of performance and "TV perfection," our failings feel obvious to everyone around us, and we wish we'd never even tried. This book is well-suited to help children move through failure. They will trip and fall. They will mess up their words, forget, be awkward. And they can be prideful and arrogant. But Jesus offers them love, forgiveness, and the ability to love the other kids around them. Highly recommended.
What stood out to me in this book was how Welch described how Buster felt after his tumble. "He remembered how he told everyone how fast he was—how he'd surely win the race. What would they think of him now? The weight of it all seemed to hold him down. He could not get up." This is exactly how it feels. Welch is able to put into words how embarrassment physically feels—a feeling a six-year-old wouldn't know how to express (at least not in this way).
The book ends with eight ways to help you child with failure. They help give parents direction on what to say to their children, such as talking about pride, having the wrong goal, turn to Jesus and confess their sin, living in God's kingdom, and more. There are four back-pocket Bible verses that can be cut out of the book and given to your child to carry around.
Illustrations
Joe Hox did an excellent job in this book. There is plenty of color. The animals display emotions well, so it's always plain what they are feeling, and the environments, from inside the house, to the forest (and its sunlight), to the school classroom, to the lake in the background of of the campsite, the backgrounds are well made.
There are some grammatical mistakes, but they are few. The rest of the book is great!
Recommended?
Failure is constant throughout life, as trial and error is how we learn. Yet in a world of performance and "TV perfection," our failings feel obvious to everyone around us, and we wish we'd never even tried. This book is well-suited to help children move through failure. They will trip and fall. They will mess up their words, forget, be awkward. And they can be prideful and arrogant. But Jesus offers them love, forgiveness, and the ability to love the other kids around them. Highly recommended.
October 26, 2018
Fun, colorful illustrations will attract your child’s attention, and the moral of the story will teach a great lesson.
Buster is really disappointed and feels like a failure. His sister teaches him God always loves him, no matter what, and that it doesn’t matter what others think. Such a timely lesson for our children, it teaches truth from scripture. I highly recommend it!
I received a complimentary copy of this book but was not required to leave a review.
Buster is really disappointed and feels like a failure. His sister teaches him God always loves him, no matter what, and that it doesn’t matter what others think. Such a timely lesson for our children, it teaches truth from scripture. I highly recommend it!
I received a complimentary copy of this book but was not required to leave a review.
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