Let it SHINE!Doodles and the Light of the Lord
By Cassondra Sobrepena
A joyful Christian picture book for ages 3-8 about faith, friendship, and following the Light of Jesus.
In Let it SHINE! Doodles and the Light of the Lord, readers meet two playful golden doodles, Sandy and Honey, whose cheerful game of chasing sunshine turns into a meaningful conversation about God's greatest gift.
As Sandy pounces on dancing beams of light and marvels at how nothing can ever "catch" the light, Honey shares the story of creation: how God spoke light into darkness in the very beginning. Their conversation continues as they explore the powerful truth that Jesus said, "I am the Light of the world," and that His light leads us away from darkness and toward love, peace, truth, joy, and heaven.
With rhythmic sound effects, engaging dialogue, and vibrant illustrations, this heartwarming story introduces young children to foundational Christian concepts in a way that feels playful, warm, and accessible. The pups' curiosity and enthusiasm gently guide readers toward understanding that following Jesus means living with courage, kindness, and hope.
Designed especially for children ages 3 to 8, this beautifully illustrated picture book is ideal for:
- Christian families and bedtime read-alouds
- Church libraries and Sunday school classrooms
- Christian schools and homeschool programs
- Baptism, baby dedication, Easter, and Christmas gifts
The story concludes with a joyful reminder to "let it shine," encouraging children everywhere to reflect Christ's light in their everyday lives.
Created by Alaska-based author and illustrator Cassondra Sobrepena, founder of Sea Starz Art, Let it SHINE! blends art, faith, and imagination to spark meaningful conversations between children and the grownups who love them.
This uplifting picture book offers young readers a simple yet powerful message: God's light cannot be defeated, and when we follow Jesus, we shine too.
Sobrepena, Cassondra M.: - Cassondra Sobrepena, Sea Starz ArtWhere art and education combine with a love for nature, God, and kids.I am an artist, a crafter, and an animal lover. I was born in Montana, 1984. In 2012, I moved to Alaska after I received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Montana State University. Since moving to Alaska, I have been a homeschooling mom, a childcare provider, a special needs mom, an author, an illustrator, a coach, and much more. I seek to create books that capture kids' attention and curiosity, WOW them with uplifting and unique illustrations, and encourage them to be positive and live their best lives. I love introducing kids to the knowledge and love of Jesus. It is my truest hope that my works may bless my readers in many ways for years to come. A special thank you to my family, my friends, my pets, my church family at C3AK in Anchorage, and of course, God, because without all their support this book would not have been possible!
