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Books

What is a Church?

Written by Angie Quantrell

Illustrated by Gayle West

Woman’s Missionary Union (WMU), 2026

Blurb:

With bright pictures and easy words, What Is a Church? helps preschoolers and young children understand that church is not just a building — it’s the people who come together to worship God, learn from the Bible, and spend time with others who love Jesus.

Be Kind, Make Friends

Written by Angie Quantrell

Illustrated by Gayle West

Woman’s Missionary Union (WMU), 2024

Blurb:

What does it mean to be kind and make friends? Why is this important? Preschoolers will explore the whys and hows of being kind to others and making friends as they interact with the engaging text and colorful pictures found in Be Kind, Make Friends. You can encourage preschoolers to be kind and make friends with this picture book. Preschoolers will be especially glad to follow the examples when you share that missionaries show kindness and make friends with others in their work around the world.