Planted by the Water

Growing Strong Like a Tree by the Stream

by Kimani Upshur, M.Ed.

A tree planted by a stream does not panic in the dry season — its roots drink deep and its leaves stay green. Through a young gardener's seasons, children discover Psalm 1's picture of a life rooted in God's Word: growing strong, bearing fruit, and standing firm, because it is planted by the water.

Written for children ages 6–12, this book has ten chapters, each with three illustrations (30 in all) and a "Do" activity and a "Pray" prayer to close. All Scripture is quoted from the King James Version (KJV). It ends with a Gospel Invitation that helps a child understand how to begin following Jesus, plus a note for grown-ups. Part of The Made Simple Through Christ Framework from Upshur Unlimited LLC — stories that teach biblical truth with clarity, wisdom, faith, purpose, and discipline, from a Christian worldview.

Written from a Christian worldview — Scripture first.