Made For This (Paperback)

Made For This adopts a playful yet profound approach to addressing fear and anxiety through the story of a young otter named Ozzie.

Ozzie has a terrifying fear of drowning and being separated from his Mama. He faces the same challenges many children face, such as comparison, feeling overwhelmed, and fearing inadequacy. With the support of his Mama and his new friend, Chip, Ozzie learns to confront his fear with compassion and kindness, discovering techniques to soothe himself and develop important coping skills.

Made For This provides a non-direct way for caregivers, teachers, and children to engage in conversation about fears, fostering an environment of open dialogue, acceptance, and self-compassion.

Jenny Hornby, a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Tidewater, Virginia, specializes in using play therapy, art expression, and storytelling to support children and families grappling with big feelings in a chaotic world. As the mother of two sons, she has a deep appreciation for nurturing stories to help children unlock their amazing potential. Jenny received her Bachelor’s Degree from James Madison University, where she met her best friend and husband, Ben. She earned her Master’s Degree in Community Counseling from Regent University. In her free time, she enjoys painting watercolors, watching her children fish, cheering loudly at their sporting events, and catching up with her girlfriends over coffee.

Madeleine Murphy has been drawn to art from a very young age, a passion that led her to pursue higher education in the field. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Fine Arts and a Master’s in Education, with a focus on Art Education, from Lee University. Currently residing in Western Michigan, she dedicates herself to teaching art at the elementary level. Outside the classroom, Madeleine’s interests include reading, illustrating, enjoying the outdoors, and spending quality time with her husband, Bryan, and their dog, Griffin.