Mayim and Shishi in the Secret Place of the Most High
With a storm on the horizon, Mayim, a first grader relies on her mother’s lessons of faith. It’s the first day of school and before the kids can even learn each other’s names good, they’re taking cover after tornado sirens go off. While some of her new friends are anxious and overcome with fear, Mayim remembers the scripture her mother reads to her. She takes refuge in Psalm 91 and rests during nap time while the twister turns. Adventure unfolds with her new friend Jared who upon waking has a similar dream about God’s protection and a new friendship is formed. Mayim’s stuffy Shishi is right beside her the whole time and doesn’t miss a moment of the action. Meet Mayim, Shishi, Mrs. Riles, Jared, and the rest of the class in the first of upcoming Mayim and Shishi series.
Childlike Faith and Grownup Lessons
Mayim grows from an anxious child who fears storms to a confident kid who understands how prayer and community provide shelter. Her friendship with Jared demonstrates empathy and inclusivity, showing moral growth. Mayim decides to embrace and declare the lesson she experienced: that God protects us and that prayer matters. She resolves to tell her friends and to encourage prayer for others, showing growth from private fear to outward confidence. The storm forces Mayim to face her deepest fear (storms and loss of control), and to rely on prayer and friendship rather than her own ability to ‘fix’ things. This emotional nadir sets up the later affirmation with her mother and the renewed conviction that prayer changes things.
Meet theAuthors
Michele Eley is a passionate author of both fiction and non-fiction dedicated to the creation of impactful literary works that resonate with readers of all ages, especially children. With a heart for storytelling and a deep love for scripture, she thoughtfully crafts fiction that mirrors real-life situations to help young minds discover the relevance and power of God’s word in their lives.
Co-author, Mayim Eley- Graham, is her seven-year-old daughter who is newly beginning her journey into the literary world. Mayim shares her mother’s passion for storytelling and uses her vivid childlike imagination to create whimsical stories that will intrigue readers young and old.