Kindness When Someone Is New

A Christian Picture Book About Kindness and Inclusion

When a new child joins a group, big feelings can appear - curiosity, uncertainty, and sometimes the fear of not fitting in. Kindness When Someone Is New is a gentle Christian picture book that helps young children learn what kindness looks like in everyday moments. Through a warm and relatable story, kids discover how small choices like staying close, waiting together, and making room for others can help someone feel safe and included. Set during a joyful birthday celebration, this story follows a simple but meaningful moment: choosing to stay with a new friend who doesn’t yet understand the game. Without preaching or moralizing, the book shows children that kindness is not about fixing someone, but about being present. Part of The Fruits of the Holy Spirit series from the Little Hearts with Big Faith Collection, this book introduces kindness as a fruit of the Spirit in a way children ages 3–6 can truly understand and feel. This book helps children: Learn how to welcome someone who is new Practice kindness through inclusion and friendship Understand big feelings in social situations See kindness as a calm, everyday choice Grow in empathy, patience, and faith Perfect for families, Christian parents, churches, and Sunday school classrooms, Kindness When Someone Is New encourages children to reflect God’s love through gentle actions — one moment at a time.