Purposefully Resilient – Children’s Book About Resilience, Injury Recovery & Perseverance (Hardcover – Preorder)

Purposefully Resilient

Preorder available, ships late 2026

A powerful children’s book about resilience, perseverance, and discovering strength during life’s unexpected challenges.

Written by Sara Lewis Hartley • Illustrated by SK Artista

Jordan is an energetic fourth grader who loves sports, competition, and the thrill of the game. But when an unexpected injury suddenly sidelines him, everything changes. Unable to run, play, or compete the way he once did, Jordan begins to feel frustrated, discouraged, and unsure of who he is without the sport he loves.

With encouragement from his teacher, Ms. Purse, and the support of his friends, Jordan slowly begins to understand that true strength isn’t just about winning games—it’s about patience, perseverance, and healing from the inside out.

Told in heartfelt rhyme and brought to life through expressive illustrations, Purposefully Resilient helps children understand how to navigate setbacks and rediscover their confidence and purpose.

✨ Through Jordan’s journey, children will learn to:

• Cope with disappointment and unexpected change
• Identify and express difficult emotions in healthy ways
• Build resilience through self-belief and support from others
• Redefine what it means to be strong and capable

Part of the Purposefully Me™ Series, this inspiring hardcover supports social-emotional learning and encourages children to find hope and purpose even during challenging times.

Perfect for parents, teachers, counselors, therapists, and classrooms supporting children navigating injury, setbacks, or big life changes.

📘 Book Details:

• Hardcover
• 8.5 x 10 inches
• Approx. 32 pages
• Full color interior
• Ideal for ages 5–10

🎯 Themes: Resilience • Injury Recovery • Emotional Strength • Perseverance • Identity & Self-Worth • Growth Mindset

📦 Preorder Information:

This title is available for preorder and will ship upon release in late 2026.