The Log Cabin Church

Reach for this book when your child is feeling like an outsider in a new neighborhood or struggling to find their place in a community. This gentle historical story follows Elvira, a young girl whose family has moved to the frontier, where she misses the familiar comforts of her old home. Through the collective effort of her neighbors to build a log cabin church, Elvira learns that a sense of belonging isn't just about a physical building, but about the connections and shared purpose found within a community. It is a quiet, reassuring read for children ages 5 to 9 who are navigating big transitions. Parents will appreciate how it emphasizes resilience, teamwork, and the importance of finding joy in small, hard-won victories. It provides a historical perspective on faith and labor while remaining deeply grounded in a child's emotional reality of wanting to feel at home.