You Were Worth the Wait
What’s inside...
We wanted nothing more than to have a child of our own, but becoming pregnant took longer than we expected! Now, as we welcome you into the world, our sweet child, we realize why we needed to wait. We had so many lessons to learn so we could welcome you into this world and be prepared for what you'd teach us. This is an ode to you, our sweet babe, and the incredible person you will become.
Age
1-12
Length
26 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think made the wait worth it for the parents in the story?
How do you think the child felt when they were finally together with their family?
Why is patience important in our lives?
Can you think of a time you had to wait for something special? How did you feel?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about waiting and patience by relating to the child’s character in the book.
Use examples from the book to discuss the virtues of patience and the joy of fulfillment with your child.
Ask your child to draw or describe their perfect family day, inspired by the family scenes in the book.
Share a personal story where you had to wait for something important, highlighting the positive outcomes of patience.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Patience and Perseverance
Explanation: The story illustrates how waiting patiently, despite various challenges and obstacles, ultimately leads to fulfilling a worthwhile goal.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of waiting patiently for something they want, teaching them self-control and persistence in their daily activities and goals.
Example Lesson: Understanding and Compassion
Explanation: Characters in the book show empathy and support to each other during their waiting period, highlighting the value of understanding others' feelings and situations.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply these principles by showing empathy and supporting friends and family in their times of need, fostering strong, compassionate relationships.
Example Lesson: The Joy of Fulfillment
Explanation: The joy and satisfaction of the characters when their wait is over is vividly depicted, teaching children the emotional rewards of achieving something after a long wait.
Real-World Application: This helps children appreciate the value of achieving goals through hard work and patience and encourages them to strive towards their own goals with enthusiasm.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the Face of Delay
Explanation: The story teaches that delays and setbacks are part of any journey, and overcoming them is crucial for success.
Real-World Application: Children learn to remain resilient and optimistic even when facing delays or challenges in tasks like school projects or personal goals.