2026 Christian Book Awards Children's Book of the Year
An inspiring true story of Karen Kingsbury's adopted son celebrating new beginnings, found family, and faith.
Hello! My name is Emmanuel. I was born in beautiful Haiti and lived with my grandma who loved me very much. Grandma always told me my name meant something special. But when I faced a scary change that turned my world upside down, I met the One who would never leave me and discovered the true meaning behind my name.
In this heartwarming children's book, you'll find:
Inspiring parent resources for adoption
An Interactive I Spy Map of Haiti
Haitian Creole words hidden on each story page
An endearing addition to read aloud time, this picture book gives an inside look at the adoption process from a child's perspective and will remind kids and parents alike that God is always with them.
