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Anna’s Friends Children’s Book Series Review by Ashley Koulak of The Old Schoolhouse Magazine:

"Identifying my kids’ motivational gifts is the parenting tool I never knew I needed! With four different kids come four vastly different personalities.

Why would my parenting style really speak to one of my kids but frustrate another? Anna’s Friends’ Parent’s Tote Bundle not only taught me how to recognize my kids’ spiritual gifts but taught them to recognize them as well.

Throughout the series, you will get to know all about Anna and her friends, who represent each of the Spiritual Gifts found in Romans 12:6-8. These Spiritual Gifts include exhortation, facilitation, giving, mercy, prophecy, service, and teaching."

Ashley Koulak, The Old Schoolhouse® Magazine * Link to the Full Review is at the bottom of this page.

More Reviews from Parents who purchased Anna’s Friends Books:

Janice: Anna’s Friends is an amazing series of books. At first glance, it seemed interesting and then Yvonne Williams’ description really whetted my appetite. The real delight came when I began to read the first book…My twin 8-year-olds were mesmerized…They LOVED IT!

They could not get enough…they totally related to the characters and were doing a lot of thought processing to see how they were similar or dissimilar to the characters. I was also amazed at how much these books drew ME in. They really got me thinking and wanting more. Our reading time increased because we all wanted more. We have since read the entire series of books and have enjoyed them so much…we are bugging the author for the next one…Please Yvonne.

I have recommended these books to tons of families with confidence that they will enjoy and grow. Thank you, Yvonne, for a lovely, REAL, series for an often-overlooked age and topic.

Tammie: “Kendyl and I have loved The Assignment! We are reading it together, laughing and learning. The book prompted Kendyl to ask me what her gift was. I said, ‘Let’s keep reading and find out.’ It also prompted Kendyl to think about her friends and classmates and their gifts. What is great is that this age group can relate so well to the author’s purpose. It comes shining through clearly. I didn’t tell Kendyl the theme of the book…she figured it out on her own which is important for this age audience.

Parent: Anna’s Friends Save the Animal Shelter: “My daughter has never laughed so hard when reading a book, especially when Hiro was emceeing the animal beauty pageant. She cried a little bit too. She said, ‘Mom, I love Furry Fred. He looks so big and furry. That is a good name for him.’ Great writing, remarkable story! Inspiring our kids to care is much needed.”

Paola: “I really enjoyed reading The Assignment with my children. It got my children and I thinking about our own God given gifts and how we want to explore them further. We were so into the story that we could feel the emotion coming from the book. We felt Anna’s excitement as well as her sorrow at times. It is an enjoyable book which I will recommend to anyone! You even made my eyes water a few times.”

Amelia-8 years old: “I love the Anna’s Friends books. I really like Anna and Maria.”

Gail: “My daughter is just like Maria in The Hayride. She’s always giving her things away. She gave her stuffed bunny to a little girl once.”

Cindy: “We have thoroughly enjoyed The Hayride! My daughter likes reading how kids respond to other kids through the stories. She told me she likes Maria because she stands up for other kids. What a great series!”

Mike: “Hiro rocks! He’s a cute kid with a fun and happy spirit. Reminds me of how I used to tease my friends with rubber critters. My son does the same thing!” Hiro Plays Tiny Tim.

Janice: “My daughter reads as much as Sarah does and she has the same problem getting outdoors to play. She asked, Mom. I’m just like Sarah! Do you think I have the gift of teaching?’ She is really enjoying, Sarah Learns a Lesson.”

Rebekah: “Oh, my gosh! Little Jesse, in Jesse Can’t Say No, reminds me of my nephew. He is always jumping in to help, and many times makes matters worse, lol! Now we know why; he’s a servant. You developed his character so true to form.”

Doug: “My son and I felt like we were right there with Cayden and Mrs. Jules all the way to the end of the book. This is one of our favorites in the Anna’s Friends series. Doug, Jr. laughed so hard sometimes, he got me to laughing too. He loves Spike the spider and that Mrs. Jules never wears shoes.”

Elizabeth: “This is a tool (the Anna’s Friends series) that I as a parent, as well as my children, have thoroughly enjoyed. It became the book that my three girls requested to read every night. Early in the study, they would each be so excited to see if the next character were the one they could closely relate to. Then, when they had the exciting moment of figuring out their gift, I found myself equally as excited. They enjoyed the questions at the end of the chapters in Book #1 that helped them figure out if they were like Maria, Anna, Jesse, Hiro, and so forth.

My youngest two daughters, ages 4 and 6, would squeal with excitement, “That’s me! I do that!” Interesting enough, not only did this book series help build confidence in each child regarding their gifts and how best to use them, but it helped build confidence in their “weaker” areas. For example, my middle daughter, age 6, who has the gift of Mercy, realized that daydreaming is common for others who possess the gift of mercy, as well as the hesitation to jump in and make new friends. She is less self-conscience about these things now because she sees it as part of God’s design in her and others. It has encouraged her not to shy away from those areas, but to embrace them and grow.

Again, thank you for sharing. I find myself recommending this series any time I am talking with another mom about books for their families. In fact, I have been loaning mine out already as we finish each book! Anna’s Friends is a good, solid study is enjoyable for the whole family.”

Angela: I opened the manuscript and began reading a few pages and was immediately “sucked” into the story. I don’t have the words. This is a God thing. I have never seen anything like this for children. The coloring books are amazing! What a creative way to help develop children’s cognitive skills through quizzes and puzzles while they color!

Lorin age 5: “I go to preschool. It is great! I like the part about Anne and friends “Jesus” and making friends.” (Anna’s Friends Go to Preschool)

Rebekah: “This is a delightful book (Anna’s Friends Go to Preschool) to simply challenge you and your family to understand personal gifting’s. My preschooler loves to read Anna and friends. The first night he did not want me to stop reading it. He wanted to learn more about his new friends! This book is fun and engaging for preschoolers-first grade as well as the whole family! He shouted out, That’s like me. I am a good teacher!”

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