Tell Them I Love Them
What’s inside...
Tell Them I Love Them was the directive in Amy's heart from the Lord. Adults and children alike need to know they are cherished. So many problems in every aspect of society can be traced back to a moment or habitual repetition in individual lives, where one needed love and did not receive it. By touching the surface of the fathomless depths of describing God's love, this book seeks to reawaken the long sheltered hearts of the adults as they read it to their children while establishing a foundation for thriving in the hearts of the small ones.
Age
5-9
Length
28 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think 'love' means in the context of this book?
How do you feel when someone tells you they love you?
What are some ways you can show love to others?
Why do you think it is important to let people know that we love them?
Can you think of a time when you felt loved by someone's actions or words?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by sharing a personal story about a time you felt loved. Use expressive reading to emphasize the emotional parts of the book. Encourage your child to think of specific examples from their own life relating to the themes of the book. Reinforce the idea that expressions of love can be through words and actions. Wrap up by discussing how spreading love can improve our lives and the lives of others.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding the Power of Words
Explanation: The book emphasizes how expressing love and kindness through words can positively impact others.
Real-World Application: Children can practice using kind words to strengthen relationships with family and friends, and observe how their positive words make others feel happy and valued.
Example Lesson: Importance of Expressing Emotions
Explanation: Joyce Meyer illustrates the importance of openly expressing love and emotions as a way to deepen connections.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to express their feelings more openly, helping them build emotional intelligence and better connect with peers.
Example Lesson: Learning to Forgive
Explanation: The story teaches forgiveness as a vital aspect of love, showing that everyone makes mistakes and deserves compassion.
Real-World Application: This lesson can guide children in resolving conflicts with friends or siblings by understanding the importance of forgiveness and moving forward without holding grudges.
Example Lesson: Value of Self-Love
Explanation: The book discusses the significance of loving oneself as a foundation for being able to love others genuinely.
Real-World Application: Parents can use this to help children develop healthy self-esteem and self-respect, which are essential for their mental and emotional well-being.
Example Lesson: Resilience Through Love
Explanation: It portrays how love can provide strength and resilience during tough times.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to find comfort and strength in loving relationships during challenging moments, cultivating resilience from a young age.