Why Dogs Don’t Moo: Teaching Children God’s Design with Joy and Truth with Children’s Author Vicky Wedel
How do we help our children understand who they are—and who God created them to be—in a world that tells them otherwise?
In this heartfelt episode ofAt This Table,hostShelly Brownsits down with children’s authorVicky Wedelto talk about her beautifully creative book,Why Dogs Don’t Moo.Beneath the laughter and animal sounds is a powerful truth about God’s intentional design and the peace that comes from knowing we were made on purpose—and for a purpose.
Vicky shares how this playful story helps children (and adults!) understand that every part of creation reflects God’s order and goodness. Together, Shelly and Vicky talk about how parents, grandparents, and teachers can use simple, joy-filled stories like this one to start deeper conversations about truth, identity, and God’s unchanging love.
With warmth, honesty, and wisdom, Vicky also reminds us that while truth can sometimes sting, it always leads to peace when we receive it in love. And as Shelly and Vicky reflect on how God continues to transform us from glory to glory, listeners are encouraged to rest in this hope: the One who never changes is still changing us.
If you’re longing for practical ways to plant seeds of truth and wonder in the next generation, this conversation will inspire you to see God’s fingerprints in everything—from puppies and flowers to the way He uniquely designed each of us.
Episode with Vicky Wedel Highlights:
- How a playful children’s story can open deep conversations about identity and truth
- The importance of teaching kids to see God’s design in creation
- Why repetition in children’s books helps anchor biblical truth in young hearts
- Encouragement for parents who want to teach both truth and grace
- A reminder that God is still at work, changing us daily through His love
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Connect with Vicky and grab a copy of Why Dogs Don’t Moo:
- Click here to grab your copy of Why Dogs Don’t Moo and explore Vicky’s other beautifully written children’s books at findingrestinthemess.com.
- Connect with Redemption Press: Redemption-Press.com
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