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The Seed Who Was Afraid To Be Planted

The Seed Who Was Afraid To Be Planted

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"The Seed Who Was Afraid to Be Planted" is a beautifully illustrated children's book that retells the parable of the grain of wheat. Suitable for ages 3 and up, it follows a tiny seed's journey from fear to transformation, reminding readers of God's wonderful plans. Authored by Anthony DeStefano and written in delightful verse, this 32-page hardcover measures 9"x9". See more...

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  • The Seed Who Was Afraid To Be Planted
  • Retelling the parable of the grain of wheat
  • Suitable for children ages 3 and up

So begins this lovely retelling of the parable of the grain of wheat for children ages 3 and up.

The Seed Who Was Afraid to Be Planted introduces children to a tiny seed who is content to remain in his safe, cozy drawer with the other seeds. But one day the gardener who lives in the mansion comes and takes the seed outside and plants him in the ground. Faced with his biggest fear, the seed experiences a miraculous adventure that changes his life forever.

Beautifully illustrated and written in simple but delightful verse, The Seed Who Was Afraid to Be Planted reminds us all that no matter how small or scared we may be, God has great plans for us—plans even more wonderful than we can imagine.


SKU: 1006567

  • Measures: 9" x 9"
  • Author: Anthony DeStefano
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 32

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Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 10 reviews.

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The Seed Who Was Afraid To Be Planted

"I mailed this book with a note and a packet of seeds to my grandchildren. They love reading this book and the seeds. My grandson who is six said at first he was not going to plant the seeds, then he said he would plant a couple of seeds and now he said he would plant one seed every year."

— Mary P. (5/5)

good for all ages

"good for all ages"

— PAT W. (5/5)

The Seed that was afraid to be Planted

"Bought this for our 5 yr old granddaughter. She absolutely loves it !"

— John W. (5/5)

An incredible little book with

"An incredible little book with a great story line and deep meaning."

— Deborah K. (5/5)

This book is for adults

"This book is for adults as well as children!"

— Dino C. (5/5)

Beautiful illustrations and story.

"Beautiful illustrations and story."

— Alison Y. (5/5)

My grandchildren love this book.

"My grandchildren love this book. Read it 2-3 times in a row."

— Margaret F. (5/5)

Perfect for all children

"I ask 8 year old to read aloud and others listen. It is a poem that helps kids understand several parables: grain of wheat that dies; mustard seed. A wonderful book!"

— Cheryl A. (5/5)

Cute. Place to teach Lesson

"Like book. Good place to start to discussions with kids about fearing change. Got this book for Grandbaby even though he's not old enough to talk yet. Saving it for later."

— Peggy H. (4/5)

Like most people that little seed was afraid of change. .

"Beautifully illustrated, and I adore the story. ."

— Patricia J. (5/5)

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