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About the Book
Alex has big plans for his summer at Grandma's farm—and they include a hen of his very own! He buys one from the widow down the road, gives her the best care possible, and is certain he's given her the perfect home.
But his new hen has other ideas. Day after day, she vanishes from her cozy coop and returns to the widow's humble farm. No matter how many times Alex brings her back, she always follows the voice she knows.
Through this puzzling mystery, Alex discovers a profound truth. Just as the hen recognized her owner's call, children can learn to hear and follow the voice of Jesus.
In a world full of competing voices, this charming farm adventure gives parents a natural way to talk with children about recognizing and following Jesus through prayer and Bible reading.
A story that will have your family talking about what it means to truly follow Jesus.
Available in PAPERBACK and eBOOK formats.
About the Author

Ann Marie Bell felt the Holy Spirit's gentle prompting for years before finally putting pen to paper to share this story. Her heart's desire is that children will learn to draw close to Jesus so they can identify His voice and follow His guidance. When she's not at work reviewing financial reports, you'll find her reading, cooking, traveling, or enjoying time with family. Her life is guided by 2 Timothy 1:7: "For God has not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind."
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Questions this book answers
- How do I teach my child to hear Jesus' voice?
- Alex and the Hen gives parents a story to start that conversation. Just as the hen knew her owner's call, children can learn to hear and follow Jesus through prayer and Bible reading.
- What is Alex and the Hen about?
- Alex buys a hen for his summer at Grandma's farm, but she keeps returning to the widow who raised her. The mystery teaches him a lesson about following the voice you know.
- Is this a Christian children's book?
- Yes. It teaches children to draw close to Jesus so they can recognize His voice and follow His guidance.
- What Bible lesson does Alex and the Hen teach?
- It pictures Jesus' teaching that His sheep know His voice. The hen's loyalty helps children understand following Jesus.
- Who is Ann Marie Bell?
- Ann Marie Bell wrote this story after years of feeling prompted to share it. Her desire is for children to learn to identify Jesus' voice.
Details
Binding: |
Paperback |
Printed: |
2025 |
Pages: |
24 |
Edition: |
1st |
ISBN: |
9781479618095 |
Dimensions: |
8.50 x 8.50 |
Book Title: |
Alex and the Hen |
Author: |
Ann Marie Bell |