The Living Truth Series

"The Umbrella That Keeps Me" is a heartfelt children's Story in The Living Truth Series that used gentle imagery and symbolism to help young readers understand honesty, conscience, kindness, and forgiveness.Henry is a thoughtful little boy who feels safe and comforted by an "invisible umbrella" his parents describe as protection that comes from telling the following directions, being kind to others, and telling the truth. As Henry imagines this invisible umbrella around him, colorful birds surround him as symbols of peace, joy, and safety from the gray birds that linger all around. After telling small lies however and making sad choices, Henry begins to feel uneasy inside. The colorful birds disappear, gray birds begin to follow him advising Henry to make even more sad choices, and the comfort of his invisible umbrella fades away.As Henry struggles with guilt, fear, and loneliness, he learns an important truth: honesty bring peace. With the loving guidance of his parents, Henry finds the courage to confess, apologize, and make things right. When he tells the truth, his peace returns, the colorful birds reappear, and the invisible umbrella shines brightly once again in his mind.With its comforting message and imaginative visual storytelling, The Umbrella That Keeps Me encourages children to understand that truth, kindness, and love helps protect their heart and mind.