Build by Emily Lex

What wonderful things were you made to build? In Build, little readers meet adorable characters who discover the joy of using their own unique gifts to create, help, and make something meaningful. With Emily Lex’s gentle storytelling and charming watercolor illustrations, this sweet picture book gives children a beautiful reminder that God made each of them with gifts worth discovering and sharing.

Created especially for ages 3–6, Build is more than a lovely story to read together. It opens the door to conversations about creativity, purpose, and the different ways children can use what God has given them. Read it at bedtime, curl up with it during a quiet afternoon, or return to it whenever your child needs a little encouragement to wonder, imagine, and build.

What Makes It Special

• Original story and illustrations by artist Emily Lex
• Created especially for children ages 3–6
• Adorable characters and charming watercolor-style artwork
• Encourages children to discover and use their God-given gifts
• Introduces meaningful ideas about creativity, purpose, and making things
• Creates natural opportunities for deeper parent-child conversations
• Gentle, encouraging storytelling made for reading aloud together
• A thoughtful addition to family reading time, bedtime routines, or a child’s bookshelf
• A meaningful gift for birthdays, holidays, baptisms, or other special occasions

Read, Talk & Explore

Enjoy Build together, then let the story continue beyond the pages. Ask your child what they love to make, what they think they’re good at, or what wonderful things they might like to build someday. It’s a simple way to turn story time into a meaningful conversation about their own gifts and creativity.

The Story Behind the Artist

Created by Emily Lex, Build reflects her belief that art is not just about making something, but about noticing—slowing down, paying attention, and finding beauty in everyday moments.

Her work is rooted in simplicity and intention, encouraging others to create without pressure and to enjoy the process as much as the result. Each page carries that spirit—gentle, approachable, and quietly inspiring.