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Tacky the Penguin

Tacky the Penguin books will take readers on fun adventures as Tacky demonstrates how being unique and different can be a really good thing to be!

God has created each of us with different looks, personalities, talents and more!  


Tacky the Penguin book

"I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well".

Psalm 139:14

Summary

Tacky is an odd bird, but a good bird to have around. He steps to the beat of a different drummer from the other penguins. But in his own haphazard way, Tacky saves the other penquins by being unordinary.


penguins on ice

It begins...

There once was a Penguin.

His home was a nice icy land he shared with his companions.

His companions were named Goodly, Lovely, Angel, Neatly, and Perfect.

His name was Tacky.  Tacky was an odd bird.


In each Tacky the Penguin book we Tacky being the odd bird, but a very good bird to have around.  Tacky's troubles take him on odd adventures compared to his companions and usually end up in a bit of trouble.

All eventually works out and his companions realize Tacky may be different, but many times his odd ways are what saves them!


Book Discussions

Have kids think of at least three unique things about themselves.  They may have a freckle on their nose or be able to jump high in the air.  They may like pickles but not like ice cream.  With older kids, see if they can remember some of the unique qualities the others mentioned about themselves.  


BIble Lesson

God has created each of us to be unique and special. We shouldn't look down on anyone including ourselves because we are different in some way. God designed us to be more than just a part of the crowd; He has a special plan for our life! Jeremiah 29:11 in the Bible says so!

"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

Scripture basis: Hebrews 11:23 tells us: "By faith Moses' parents hid him for three months after he was born, because they saw he was no ordinary child, and they were not afraid of the king's edict."

Use the story of Moses to show that although he grew up in Pharaoh's house, he chose to live differently and honor God with his life. Because of this, He was able to lead God's people out of Egypt, and they were saved.

God has created each of us to be different too. We all look different, we act different, we even think differently. Because we are all different, God is able to use us in unique ways to spread His love to others.

The Bible tells us to be "a peculiar people" in 1 Peter 2:9:

"But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light"

More Bible Lessons from Children's Books...

Different can be good!!!


Tacky Penguin on Ice

Extended Activities

  • Have a box of dress up clothes and have kids dress up in their best "Tacky" outfit.  Compliment their creativity.
  • Have children recount the order of events from the story - "What happened first?", "What happened next?"  This helps build their comprehension skills.

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