This touching tale follows Tyler and his mother as they navigate the aftermath of a powerful storm that has left their home in ruins. During the chaos, Tyler loses his beloved stuffed bear, Leroy. As volunteers from Mennonite Disaster Service (MDS) work tirelessly to restore their home, Tyler holds onto hope—will they be able to find and mend Leroy, too?

Written by Hillary Daecher and illustrated by Berrie Torgan-Randall, this vibrant and engaging book captures the emotions of disaster survivors—the initial despair, the trauma, and ultimately, the joy of rebuilding. Mended is a delightful read for children of all ages. Published in celebration of the 75^th Anniversary of Mennonite Disaster Service. (32pp. illus. hardcover. Masthof Press, 2024.)

Optional add-on includes Tyler's adorable "mended" bear Leroy, the touching depiction of service and love in the aftermath of life's storms.