Dear God, I Don't Get It (2nd Edition)

In days where our children are bombarded by anti-Christian or at best, secular attitudes and messages, good Catholic books are an indispensable S.O.S. for their faith. The bonus is that these books are entertaining even older kids and parents who Patti keeps being told, “couldn’t put them down.”

This book is a must read for elementary school kids. Aaron Ajax is a character kids can really relate to. We laughed out loud beginning with the first chapter. Between laughs there is a great message about God's love for us and his plan for our lives.

In Dear God, I Don't Get It, Patti Maguire Armstrong paints a realistic picture of a boy's spiritual struggle as he adjusts to circumstances beyond his control. In an era when children's authors promote pop culture values in stories that ignore their readers' spiritual yearnings, Armstrong offers a wonderful real-life example of questioning and commitment to one's faith that results in a genuine friendship with God. In particular, in a world where the Catholic faith is often portrayed negatively, Armstrong gives young readers a heartwarming story of a Catholic boy's faith journey. Finally, by providing discussion question at the end of the book, the author gives readers and leaders the tools to understand the story's message. An essential book for every Catholic school library!

Prayer is a hard subject to discuss; it is difficult to relate and explain to children, especially when our prayers seemingly go unanswered. Armstong pens a beautifully accurate portrait of Aaron who (like myself) 'does not get God' ---but still retains a robust faith life. I laughed, I was inspired, and I above all -- was reminded in the universality of this Catholic church that Armstong describes so well. Can't wait to share this book with young catholics in my parish.

My 11 year old son absolutely LOVED this book. He is gifted and reads at college level, and he read this book TWICE in just a few days time. In his own words, "The book is AWESOME and I LOVE it! Every time I read it I get worried for Aaron. Fantastic....Enriching....Hilarious!"

Shortly after reading the book, my son jumped out of our car at the store to help a lady put her groceries in her car. Since he had never done that before, I asked why he did it. He said it was because it reminded him of the book! All I can say is that it is FANTASTIC to have a book that inspires kids to do great things. I highly recommend this book!

I wanted to read, Dear God, I Don't Get It, because of it's nostalgic summary, having had something very similar happen to me at age twelve. Patti transported me back, with her descriptive moments of fear and flight, apprehension and anger, and prayer and faith to exactly how it felt to make a new life in a new place as a kid. This is an inspiring book that guides the reader to the blessings that God delivers when we walk with Him through hard times and abide in truth in our decision making. Absolutely a refreshing read!