In a world of walls and screens and difficult things…

invite your kids into

WONDER

Pre-order for Bonus Gift + Discount by 3/24/25

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In a world increasingly dependent upon screens and technology, it's as crucial as it is countercultural to help kids capture the natural joys and treasures each day holds. Written and illustrated by mom of four, former teacher, and award-winning author Amanda Dykes, this family-friendly field guide offers fifty low-prep or no-prep hands-on activities that invite children and their caregivers to spot the wonders of God's creation. Taking a multisensory approach, each entry

· Incorporates physical activity, art, music, poetry, exploration, Scripture, and prayer

· Appeals to a vast array of personalities, interests, learning types, and abilities

· Offers tools to see and magnify the meaning God has woven into this world

· Fills little hearts with hope while pointing to a Creator who loves them very much

Small in size but big in impact, A Pocketful of Wonder is an adventure-filled guide that encourages parents, caregivers, and young children to see and explore our amazing world.

While this book is geared toward adventurers ages 3-7, fun for a wider age range awaits, to create whole-family experiences. Playful rhythm found in the readings will enchant babies and toddlers, while the hands-on activities welcome all ages into adventure.

Invite Kids to Delight in the Wonder All Around Them

LET THE ADVENTURE BEGIN

Open-and-go resource for families, teachers, and caregivers.

A Pocketful of Wonder is divided by nature-based topic for easy navigation.
Out on a walk and a wind gust kicks up? Open to the wind section & let the fun begin! Puddle in your path? Discover the joy in store on the puddle pages! 50 entries including all seasons and locales are designed to:

  • Create Memories

  • Discover Meaning

  • Build Connection

  • Instill a wonder-spotting lens to offer
    hope and faith for the years ahead.

No prep needed.*
No experts required.
Just you, this moment, and the kids
in your care.

*or sometimes super low prep.
We’re talking “get a cup of water for doing something memorable
and awesome” level low-prep. Sometimes chalk, paint, or paper etc.—but always easy to grab.
From one busy parent to another- I’m not trying to trick you into hours of tasks! ;)
A handy list of simple materials to keep on hand is designed to cut through the prep and get to the fun. You likely have many of them on hand already!

Adventure is waiting,
right where you are.

Word on the Trail is…

  • "A Pocketful of Wonder is a wildly delightful and practical book. Find inspiration for venturing into God's creation and see His fingerprints all around. I find myself time and again using the daily entries, inspired by the day's weather or discoveries, to create meaningful and memorable moments with my children."

    —Eryn Lynum, Master Naturalist, host of the podcast for kids Nat Theo: Nature Lessons Rooted In The Bible and author of The Nature of Rest, Rooted In Wonder, and 936 Pennies, and learner of bird songs, one by one.

  • "This is the resource our hearts have been hungry for! Homeschool parents, adventuring caregivers, teachers with an imaginative bent, will adore it. Dykes brings the keen sense of wonder and beauty from her novels to these adventures. She offers creative ideas and the words to convey a deep sense of wonder to the children in our care. "

    —Joanna Davidson Politano, award-winning fiction author, homeschooling mom, champion wonder chaser and adventurer.

  • "A delightful anthology of adventures! Amanda understands that a child who explores the world through God's eyes opens the door to a life filled with awe, appreciation, and hope. Enjoy this inspired journey through His creation."

    —Carol T Swartz MD, Pediatrician, Child of God, Wife, Mom, Grandma, Hiker of Mountain Trails, Swimmer of Lakes

  • "Amanda Dykes has created a treasure in A Pocketful of Wonder. Thoughtfully illustrated and bursting with creativity, this joy-filled guide awakens wonder in both parents and children, inspiring a deeper connection with God’s creation. Highly recommended!"

    —Jim Denney, author of Battle Before Time. Star-farer and God-follower.

  • "A Pocketful of Wonder guides parents, grandparents, and families through a pattern of pausing, pondering, praying, playing, and pairing to discover how God can do anything! As a piano teacher, the addition of pairing quality musical selections assists me in everyday habits of creating wonder at the keyboard."

    —Jaclynn DeKuiper, wife, mother, sister, friend, homeschool Mima, Moms in Prayer mom and grandma and lover of all God's creation (well, maybe not snakes)

  • "A Pocketful of Wonder is an inclusive invitation for the family or group desiring to adventure outside more but stuck on what to do and how to facilitate outdoor ventures. Dykes gently guides and lifts the mental load, replacing it with delight and freedom to wonder and enjoy."

    —Shanae Thompson, mother, home educator, sky gazer, sunflower, wishful gardener

  • "Aptly named and timely written, A Pocketful of Wonder is the perfect addition to every parent’s toolbox. Not only has it cultivated joyfully beautiful moments with my young children, but it has renewed my own sense of wonder and has me looking for wonder-full opportunities at every turn."

    —Cheyenne Sabin, lifelong stargazer and homeschool mom of two

  • "A Pocketful of Wonder is a treasure trove of adventures to be had. Each entry contains a whimsical poem, wonder-inducing prompt, prayer, hands-on activity, befitting musical selection, and corresponding Scripture. Sure to result in hours of outdoor revelry for you and your 3-7 year-old!"

    —Nicole Schmidt, music teacher, wonder seeker, and dandelion wish blower

  • "A beautiful book that combines poetry, scripture, and fun activities to cultivate wonder in your child's life."

    — Jennifer L. Scott New York Times Bestselling author of Connoisseur Kids

  • "Beyond nature study- this is a handbook to help your family delight in reading God's creation as a love letter. Poems, ponderings, prayer, play, and paired music cultivate multi-sensory adventures in a low-stress way to develop your wonder-spotting habit."

    —Sarah Dixon Young, mom, author, and snowshoer who loves playing hide and seek with the Aurora Borealis.

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Pre-Order Exclusive: Hand-Designed End Pages

Pre-order from Baker Book House to receive your
free
printable end pages,
hand-designed and illustrated with care for you by the author.

Choose one for inside the front cover and one for inside the back cover.
Print, trim, affix, and prepare for adventures!
Your 3 design choices are:

  • Take-Anywhere Treasure Hunt (pictured above). The design is bordered with lists of things to hunt for anywhere, and the design is chock-full of them, too. Missions include spotting colors, textures, patches of sunlight, something bigger or smaller than a design element, and so much more!

  • A customizable “This Adventure Belongs To” page (pictured below), including instructions for adding leaves to the trees or cobbles to line the path, all made from your family’s fingerprints!

  • A poem that serves as a purpose-filled anthem (pictured below) centered around the theme, “Let the have wonder”…and the countless gifts wrapped up in that mission. Instructions included for adding leaves to the trees or cobbles to line the path, all made from your family’s fingerprints.

    Transform your book into a
    customized keepsake!

Your file, containing all 3 designs for you to mix and match,
will arrive via email from Baker Book House after you’ve placed your order with them.

Thank you for joining the adventure! So much joy awaits…


Pre-order offer through Baker Book House also includes 40% off plus free shipping.
This discount and the bonus gift offer are good through 3/24/25.

Other Places to Buy

While the pre-order discount and gift are exclusive to Baker Book House (see above),
you can purchase A Pocketful of Wonder wherever books are sold:

The Playlist

Whole Playlist:

By Topic:

Each nature-themed entry in the book comes paired with a lively song to match the tone of the topic and activities. There are two ways to enjoy below:

1) (Recommended) Scroll through the topical list below (the order matches that of the book), click on your entry of choice, and be taken directly to that song. Or…

2) Listen through the whole list on the video below as background music Have fun!

Let the adventure…begin.

Press Kit Contact May delight grace your day!