LeAnn Race has released Today I Will Be Strong, an uplifting Christian book for children designed to help young readers navigate difficult moments, relationships, emotions, and the everyday challenges of growing up. The book, announced on October 7, 2026, is a collection of short, meaningful affirmations that encourage children to recognize the strength they already possess and approach each day with a positive heart.
The release matters because it addresses a growing need for resources that support children's emotional and spiritual development. Today I Will Be Strong serves as a children's book about courage, reminding children that strength is not only about being fearless but also about choosing bravery, kindness, forgiveness, and confidence when life becomes difficult. The book opens with the powerful reminder, "I will be strong when things are hard," establishing its central message of resilience and determination. Other affirmations encourage children to choose laughter and bravery, apologize when they hurt someone, help their friends, and practice forgiveness.
At its heart, the book supports children's emotional development by giving young readers positive language they can use to understand and express important values. The affirmations create opportunities for children to think about how they respond to challenges, how they treat others, and how they can build confidence from within. This approach aligns with research showing that affirmations can help children develop a growth mindset and emotional regulation skills.
Faith is also an important part of the book's message. Through Christian affirmations for kids, young readers are reminded that forgiveness can come from love for Jesus and that they can have confidence because they are children of God. The book also emphasizes the importance of family, presenting home as a place of safety, togetherness, and unity. Its final affirmation leaves children with a hopeful message for the day ahead: "Today will be great, because I am strong!"
With its accessible language and faith-centered encouragement, Today I Will Be Strong can be a meaningful addition to homes, classrooms, Sunday school settings, and family reading time. As a collection of positive affirmations for children, the book seeks to help young readers begin each day with greater courage, confidence, compassion, and faith.
The book is now available for purchase. Families and young readers can find Today I Will Be Strong at Barnes & Noble and on Amazon. Readers can also explore more works by LeAnn Race at her Amazon Author Store.
LeAnn Race lives in Meridian, Idaho, and grew up in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. She is a devoted mother whose heart for her children inspired the message found within these pages. What began as a simple prayer during a challenging season of parenting became a daily declaration of strength and faith for her family. The book is published with the support of Storytime Publishers, a publishing company dedicated to helping authors bring meaningful books to readers.
