I'm so excited to introduce you to Benjamin Sherman, who at the age of 8, heard about how little children in Cambodia are being mistreated, and wrote a book about it. This book is called Gregory's Paper Airplane. Some of the proceeds from his book go to two different organizations that are working towards freeing children from human trafficking. (International Justice Mission, and Agape International Missions)
Gregory's Paper Airplane tells the story of a boy whose restless heart compels him to act
after watching a TV show about Cambodian children living in an orphanage.
When I read about Benjamin and what he is doing for the children around the world, it really moved my heart. I am so proud of Benjamin! I'm so encouraged to see kids making a real difference in this world! I love this message, it doesn't matter how young or old you are, you can make an impact! Please consider buying this book for your kids. You can purchase his book here, and to learn more go to http://www.gregoryspaperairplane.com/.
A message from Benjamin's Parents
Benjamin started writing "books" when he was 5 years old. By the time he was 8, he had written over 100 books, including “Gregory’s Paper Airplane”. Revealing his entrepreneurial spirit, he opened up Ben's Bookstore in his bedroom and sells his books to willing customers (aka, Dad).
As a dad, of course, I think all of his books are awesome. But this one, which he originally titled "How a Guy Made Earth Beter by a Flyght of a Paper Airplane" (and which cost me $1, I might add), really touched me. Ben told me he wrote it after learning about the enslaved children in Cambodia one day at church. I was so moved by the compassion of the story; I knew I had to do something with it. Although I did some editing and tweaked the storyline, the vast majority of the book stays true to Benjamin’s original composition.
Our prayer is this story inspires you to help oppressed and less fortunate children.
Ben’s Dad
Our hope is that readers of this book will look beyond their own world and be inspired to use their gifts and passions to make a difference in the world. Ben continues to speak at events in order to raise funds to help bring rescue, freedom, and hope to children here in the United States, as well as around the world. Because his compassionate heart moved him to action, our whole family is now on mission for justice!
Ben's Mom
I hope this story inspires you as much as it has me. I love that at the age of 8, a little boy joined the fight for justice around the world! Great job Benjamin!
Love,
Jessica
Info, pictures, and video were used with permission and can be found at:http://www.gregoryspaperairplane.com/
