What’s My Missing Piece?

Whitney Huskey

Description

A grounded Jewish root, Mr. Root and a lofty Gentile leaf, Mr. Leaf goes on a search for their, "Missing Piece."

REVISED 2023 EDITION

This book features two stories coming together in the centerfold revealing the answer to life's question. What/Who is my missing piece? What makes me who I am? What’s my purpose? Join the adventure and help these characters with the clues to discover the mystery. All this and possibly more might be answered in these fun-filled stories of two lovable characters that history has blessed and rejected for centuries. A grounded Jewish root, Mr. Root and a lofty Gentile leaf, Mr. Leaf goes on a search for their, "Missing Piece." This delightful, rhyming, two in one flipbook is the first of multiple lovable series to follow. She is also working on curriculum for Homes/Schools/Synagogues and Churches and Preschools. It will include musical CD’s for the whole family to enjoy, interactive stories, and fun-traditional Jewish Prayers and so much more! Find out even more to come for families everywhere at www.1NewKid.com.

Sujets

• Religion
• Christianisme
• Juvenilee Fiction
• People
• Middle East
• Places
• Tree

Informations

• Publié par: WestBow Press
• Date de parution: 28 juin 2022
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9781664263314
• Langue: English
• Poids de l'ouvrage: 1 Mo

Extrait

Copyright © 2022 Whitney Huskey.

All rights reserved. No part of this book may be used or reproduced by any means, graphic, electronic, or mechanical,

including photocopying, recording, taping or by any information storage retrieval system without the written

permission of the author except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical articles and reviews.

This is a work of fiction. All of the characters, names, incidents, organizations, and dialogue in

this novel are either the products of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously.

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Developmental Editor/Website Editor: Jennell Houts

This children’s book is the first of a lovable series to follow. Learn more about Whitney

Huskey’s projects and how you can support her at www.1NewKid.com .

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Interior Image Credit: Whitney Huskey

ONMB:

Scripture taken from The One New Man Bible, copyright © 2011 William J.

Morford. Used by permission of True Potential Publishing, Inc.

ISBN: 978-1-6642-6330-7 (sc)

ISBN: 978-1-6642-6332-1 (hc)

ISBN: 978-1-6642-6331-4 (e)

Library of Congress Control Number: 2022906834

WestBow Press rev. date: 09/26/2023
DEDICATION
I dedicate this book to:
Adonai, who inspired it and walked me through page by page.
Darrell Huskey, who I couldn’t have done this without. With his support and creative writing talent, he taught me syllable counts and encouraged me to write with passion.
Our daughter, who I learn something from every day. She is a treasure of encouragement, a promising comedian, a walking/talking musical, and our joy.
To the families of every nation, every generation, Jew and Gentile, who are searching for their missing piece! We need each other. I am nothing without Adonai and my Jewish friends! I do not support the root; the root supports me. Let every generation, every tongue and tribe experience the presence of the God of Israel! Come join the family! We need you!
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
I want to thank:
The JKC - Jewish Community Center and The J’s Childhood Development Center. Thank you for allowing me to be a teacher and a part of the family.
Pastor Steve and Kathy Gray at World Revival Church (Smithton Outpouring) for allowing God to use them mightily in Revival. Pastor Steve, your words, “What does Revival feel, sound, and look like?” taught me that there is more to what I had experienced with God. There is such beauty in corporate hunger and fighting together for Heaven to come to Earth. Thank you for your hunger and heart for God.
Pastor Mike Bickle (IHOPKC) for providing a threshing floor for the Revival of the heart. Thank you for showing me the love and mercy of God and how it can be expressed to others around me. I greatly enjoyed my time in the prayer room—I’m so grateful for this tabernacle of David. Your teaching on Isaiah 19:23–25 touched my heart deeply and gave me another missing piece in the puzzle.
Others Who Helped Make This Possible: My parents, Mike and Vicky Viar, Alec, Ashley (my sister), Katelyn and Cason Sprinkle, my aunt, Jeannie Pagnotta, Pastor Laury Hunter, Laura Woodworth, Darcie Silvers, Megan Troyer, Kimberly Varner, Pat Barnes, Pat Ogan, Rabbi Jerry Feldman, Jacque Deck, Bobby Gee, Pastors Don and Norma Shultz, Jerry Irwinsky, Pastor Ziggy Sanchez, Dr. Nalini Pierson, Sarit Liberman, Dana Ben Haim, Matthew and Rebecca Smoler, Jessica Hamburg, Mary Miller, Miller Kids-Faith, Haven, Neely, Mercy, Asaph Miller, Megan Kasper-Luke, Doobie Sabbo, Maida Khizer, Leilani Corpus-Haywood, Amy Edward, DeAnne M. Williams (The Precise Pen Writing and Editing Services), Jennell Houts and wonderful people in my Biblical Citizenship Class.
Scripture Inspiration: “In that day there will be a highway out of Egypt to Assyria and the Assyrians will come into Egypt and the Egyptian into Assyria, and the Egyptians will serve with the Assyrians. In that day Israel will be the third with Egypt and with Assyria, a blessing in the midst of the land: whom the LORD of Hosts will bless saying, Blessed be My people Egypt, and Assyria the work of My hands, and Israel My inheritance.” Isaiah 19:23–25 (One New Man Bible)
MEET THE CHARACTERS

(Mr. Leaf’s Story Characters)

Mr. Leaf is a fun guy who loves to have a great time with friends and welcomes others into anything he’s doing. He is searching for a place to belong and for family and friends to share his life with. He’s looking for who he is, how he fits in, and who he’s going to be. He is influenced in his decision-making, so he’s searching for good role models whose footsteps he can walk in as he paves his own unique path. He enjoys a good joke, wants to be seen, and is a loyal friend. He is eager to explore the right door for himself through the example given by his heritage, parents, community, and friends. Being young , he is learning quickly through observance, family traditions, and community experiences.

Mr. Cloud is a great listener, gives fantastic wisdom, and tells the most amazing stories. He is loving and patient as others learn something new. He gives great advice from the past and provides a clear path for others to follow. He enjoys playing board games, helping his neighbors, and laughing while sharing old memories and creating new ones with both friends and strangers alike. As a grandfather , he shares his journey of dreams and lets others stand on his shoulders to reach theirs.

Mr. Rain is brave and courageous with a big heart. He’s the protector who continually looks out for the good of others. He stands on his God-given authority to govern his home and serve his country that he loves. He enjoys telling silly jokes while creating animated stories that take others on transformative adventures. They leave feeling strengthened and aware of their heritage with clear direction for their future. He is full of great advice and is a terrific coach, hero, and lifelong friend. As a dad , he’s someone who is always there and can always be trusted to love unconditionally.

Ms. Rainbow is full of beautiful wonder with a fairly blank canvas who’s excited to paint her dreams upon it. She observes everything in sight, taking in the unlimited adventures of the day. Through her colorful personality, she lights up every room with her joy and contagious love for life. Resilient and ready to conquer any challenge, the sky’s the limit—nothing is impossible. The simple things and the big things are both huge in her view. All the moments in between are a great adventure for her to explore, grow, and share. She is a kid , full of pure innocence, contagious inquisitiveness, and childlike faith that will warm and inspire any heart.
PREFACE

Two stories come together in the centerfold,

revealing the answer to life’s questions:

What/Who is my missing piece?

What makes me who I am?

What’s my purpose?

All this and more will be answered

in these fun-filled stories of two

lovable characters that history has

blessed and rejected for centuries.

Join the adventure and help these characters

use clues to discover the mystery.

Mr. Root, a grounded Jewish root, and

Mr. Leaf, a lofty Gentile leaf, go on a

search for their missing piece.
Author and Illustrator

Whitney Huskey is a wife and mother, teacher, and author/illustrator who also develops children’s curriculums. She lives in Kansas City, Missouri—Go Chiefs and Royals! She has been a co-senior pastor and children’s pastor and served in various roles working with children and their families. Thus, her heart is to see children and families grow stronger together through community, faith, and love for God and each other. She enjoys reading, singing with children, Israeli dance,

learning the Hebrew language, and exploring different cultures of the nation’s families. She especially loves reading children’s books, taking adventures to parks with her family, and spending time with God and friends.
Coming Next
The second book in the What’s My Missing Piece? series will be a story featuring Mr. Rain (father figure) and Mrs. Well (mother figure) as readers dive into America on one side of the story and Israel on the flip side. They will celebrate the beauty of the two Jewish holidays Shabbat and Havdalah which honor the fathers and mothers who have gone before us to pave the way for generations to come.
1 New Kid Brand
This delightful, rhyming, two-in-one flipbook is the first of multiple books in a lovable series to follow. Whitney is also working on a curriculum for homes, schools, synagogues, churches, and preschools. It will include musical CDs for the whole family to enjoy; interactive stories; fun, traditional Jewish prayers; and so much more! Whitney plans to create a curriculum from this book series as well as animation, movies, and more to offer an alternative for family entertainment and facilitate multigenerational gathering places. Learn more about how to support her vision at www.1NewKid.com .