Ages 3–8 · Picture Book · 32 pages
Oh no, Goats!
When the goats get loose, chaos follows—and so does a chance to practice kindness, patience, and self-control. A cheerful, Christ-centered story that brings the fruit of the Spirit to life for little readers.
- Themes
- Kindness · Patience · Fruit of the Spirit
- Ages
- 3–8
- Format
- Paperback
- Scripture
- Galatians 5:22–23
A Story That Continues Beyond the Final Page
Oh no, Goats!
What if two playful little goats turned an ordinary school day into an unforgettable lesson about following God’s Way?
Laughter, excitement...and just a little bit of chaos!
When two curious little goats unexpectedly wander into a classroom, their playful antics quickly capture everyone’s attention. As they leap, nibble, explore, and seem to forget every classroom rule, the children discover that even unexpected moments can become opportunities to learn something far greater.
Through the gentle guidance of a caring teacher, children learn that following Jesus is about more than simply knowing the rules. It is about choosing love, patience, kindness, gentleness, and grace every day as God’s Spirit works within our hearts.
Oh no, Goats! is more than an entertaining story. It is a Christ-centered picture book that introduces children to the Fruit of the Spirit while encouraging them to see everyday moments through the eyes of faith. Beautiful illustrations and relatable characters draw young readers into the story, making it a book families will enjoy reading again and again.
Beautifully illustrated and thoughtfully written, this story is created to continue beyond the final page. Each book includes a Family Faith Connection, Scripture, and family prayer, along with a FREE Family Faith Guide filled with activities and conversation starters to help families grow together in faith and apply God’s truth to everyday life.
Whether you’re reading together at bedtime, sharing it in a classroom, using it during homeschool, or enjoying it in Sunday school, Oh no, Goats! creates meaningful moments that help children grow in faith as they learn to follow Jesus Christ, the Way.
Perfect for Ages 3–8
Children Will Discover
- The Fruit of the Spirit in everyday life
- That following Jesus is about more than simply knowing rules
- How kindness, patience, and grace strengthen relationships
- How God’s Word lights our path and guides our choices
- That God uses everyday moments to help us grow in faith
- How to confidently follow Jesus, the Way
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.”
Why We Wrote Oh no, Goats!
Sometimes the most unexpected moments become the greatest opportunities to grow.
Oh no, Goats! was written to help children discover that when life doesn't go as planned, God is still at work. Through laughter, unexpected adventures, and the Fruit of the Spirit, this story encourages families to see everyday challenges as opportunities to grow in patience, kindness, self-control, and faith.
It is our prayer that this story brings smiles to your family, opens meaningful conversations, and reminds every child that God is faithfully growing their heart, one day at a time.
Family Faith Connection
Rooted in Scripture
John 14:6
“Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, and the truth, and the life.’”
John 14:6 (ESV)
Galatians 5:22–23
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.”
Galatians 5:22–23 (ESV)
Ephesians 4:2
“with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love”
Ephesians 4:2 (ESV)
Growing Together in Faith
Continue the conversation by reflecting on the story, discovering God’s truth, and encouraging one another as you grow together in faith.
Reflect on the Story
Think about a time when something didn’t go the way you expected. How did you feel? What can help you respond with patience, kindness, and self-control the next time?
Discover God’s Truth
Jesus tells us that He is the Way. As we follow Him, the Holy Spirit works in our hearts and helps us grow in love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
What does it mean to follow Jesus, the Way? Which Fruit of the Spirit would you like God to help you grow?
Live It Out Together
What is one way our family can show kindness, patience, or self-control to one another this week? How can our choices show others the love of Jesus? Let’s encourage one another as we learn to follow Him each day.
Family Prayer Time
Pray together after reading.
Dear Jesus,
Thank You for loving us and for helping us grow each day. Fill our hearts with Your Spirit, and teach us to show love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control in the way we live.
Help our family follow You, the Way, share Your love with others, and trust You in every part of our lives.
In Your name we pray,
Amen.
Butternut Publishing Mission
Growing Deeply Rooted in Christ
“Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.”
Colossians 2:6–7 (ESV)
It is our prayer that every Butternut Publishing story helps children grow deeply rooted in Christ, firmly established in God’s Word, and overflowing with thankfulness as they walk with Him each day.
Free printable
Continue the Adventure at Home
Download the companion printable created especially for Oh no, Goats! Each printable extends the message of the book through Scripture, family prayer, biblical encouragement, and simple faith-filled activities that help children follow Jesus, grow in the Fruit of the Spirit, and apply God's truth to everyday life.
The printable includes
- Scripture Focus
- Bible memory verse
- Family prayer
- Biblical encouragement
- Faith-filled family activities
- Conversation starters about following Jesus, the Fruit of the Spirit, and showing His love to others
Bring the story home
Order Oh no, Goats! and share a joyful story that brings the fruit of the Spirit to life.