Emily LeyGrace, Not Perfection for Young Readers: Believing You're Enough in a World of Impossible Expectations

My teen looks forward to her devotional time and enjoys that it speaks to real life things she is dealing with. She often shares or includes me (mom) in on her readings or reflections. It has helped her a lot with anxiety.

As an adult, I really appreciate Emily Ley’s approach to life and family. When she created a book for young readers, I was excited to read what she put together. The ideas and principles are similar to things I’ve read of here, so her messaging is consistent for young readers. I have already packaged this up with a personalized note and sent it to my goddaughter as she starts her 8th grade year. I’m encouraged to share this book with her and share in conversation as time goes on!

It's great for my 12yo daughter.

Beautiful author with such amazing words for young girls today. Very captivating and very inspiring. I will buy this for all young girls today

It was such a good message

In this book, the author expands on the idea of what grace means in several ways, hoping to help the young reader allow grace into their lives. In the first section, she looks at allowing yourself grace, meaning that you don't have to live up to any perfect standard. You can just be you. The next section expands this outward; as you allow grace into your life for yourself, so you should extend it to your family, friends, and community. Finally, the author suggests that the reader should not only extend themselves grace for the past and present but also the future. What do they want to do with their lives? What direction do they want to go in? What are their natural aptitudes? These questions, if pondered while being open to grace, should help lead readers to the future they want. This is a positive, helpful book. The slant is definitely Christian, so it would be best suited for younger teens who are strong in their faith.I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.

I remember my tween and teen years. Trying to fit in, trying to impress boys, finding the “in” outfit, changing who I was to be like the ones everyone seemed to adore. I wish I had a book like this. Grace, Not Perfection for Young Readers is the book for those years. The awkward trying to find myself years. The author, Emily Ley, speaks to girls on their level. Not like a nagging adult, but as an encouraging “I’ve been there” older friend. This book goes through the issues surrounding girls, teaches them that God loves them for who they are, and shows them practical ways to enjoy this season without being overwhelmed. Each chapter has a journaling section for girls to answer questions or to write their feelings. Not only can it help with a girl in her tweens/teen, I feel like this is something she can look back on during other difficult times and remember the advice it gives. Definitely a perfect gift for that young lady in your life to remind her that she is worthy, beautiful and God has given her a great life with exciting plans!(I received an advanced copy of this book from the publisher for my honest review. Thanks Thomas Nelson Children’s! )#netgalley#GraceNotPerfectionYR

I got this book for my nine year old daughter when she got a B on her report card and started crying, exclaiming "B is for Bad Grade". While my husband and I have never demanded that she get straight A's, she always had, and the thought of not being "perfect" on her report card was difficult for her.I wanted something to guide my daughter to understand perfection is not the goal. I think I found a tool that we can work through together, because I think understanding Grace a little better should be the goal for all of us. I want her to change her focus in life.This book has 15 chapters divided into 3 parts. There are stories to which you can relate and an interactive part where you can answer questions. There is also practical application, like a whole section on cleaning and decluttering our space (I know I needed to read some of this). There is a section on friends, phone usage, finding joy, focus, and so much more. I love the way that it is written directly to the individual.This is defiantly a book that I am excited to share with my daughter. I will say this book is written from a Christian perspective, however there are sections that are not overly religious and have great insight for anyone.