Synopses & Reviews
Written to engage little ones, a collection of Bible favorites retold simply and respectfully with a background of vibrant, full-color illustrationsIncluding six stories from the Old Testament and six from the New, the 12 stories in this collection were first published as individual stories in the Bible Story Time series. They have now been brought together in one chunky little volume, perfect for dipping into whenever story time might occur—from before bed to nursery or Sunday school, or all throughout the day. Families who love reading together can now introduce their young ones to these classic religious stories in a fun and engaging way that everyone will enjoy.
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"A thoughtful retelling of the major events of Jesus life." —Kirkus Reviews
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". . . the retelling is polished and easy to understand." —Kirkus Reviews
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"Rich, pastel images of daily life" —Publishers Weekly
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"Right up preschoolers' alleys . . . [the illustrations are] bright [and] smiley." —Booklist
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A cute little Bible story book with Dubravka Kolanovic's distinctive and adorable illustrations.
Ten stories are briefly but accurately retold, making this an ideal gift for a young child.
Includes a dedication page and a prayer. A perfect partner to Dubravka's My Baptism Book.
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A sweet and gentle angel-themed prayer book for young children, with a padded cover and gold foilingJust the gift to remind every little child of the heavenly love that surrounds them, this is a delightful book of prayers and verses asking for God's love and protection through the day and through the night. It is illustrated in soft pastels with heartwarming pictures of children and angels, and is an ideal remembrance for an anniversary of baptism or on the occasion of a newborn sibling being baptized.
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A heartwarming collection of 10 Bible stories that is sure to be a favorite every bedtime Ideal for reassuring and comforting toddlers at the end of the day, each story in this adorable board book Bible is retold across two double pages, leaving room for Claudine Gévry's colorful and enticing pictures as well as a bedtime prayer to share. Stories include Who Made the World?, The First Rainbow, Abraham and the Night Sky, The Baby in the Basket, Jonah and the Great Big Fish, Daniel and the Lions, Baby Jesus, The Boy Jesus, The Scary Storm, and The Lost Sheep.
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Simple prayers and appealing illustrations make this precious book a delight to give on the occasion or anniversary of a baptism or christening A selection of modern and traditional blessings touch on the values that a grown-up wishes for every newly baptized child in this adorably illustrated baptism companion. Themes include love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. The book also includes a dedication page to record the date of the baptism, the name of the child, and the godparents.
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A delightful introduction to 20 much-loved Bible stories, each with a simple and reassuring message for the very young
This collection features 20 Bible stories from both the Old and New Testaments. Each Bible story is told on a double page spread with wonderfully colorful, collage illustrations. There are smiling characters, sweet animals, and bright backdrops throughout. Each story is retold in language that is easy to read aloud to a child, and which reflects God's love and care.
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Cuddly illustrations help little children connect with Jesus' words, providing an effective medium for adults and children to share these special prayers togetherA colorful, engaging take on the words of Jesus, this unique book contains a variety of prayers inspired by Jesus' teachings, including a special version of the Lord's Prayer specifically tailored for little ears. Filled with adorable and heartfelt illustrations that provide a soft and warm background for hearing Jesus' words, this is a perfect book for reading aloud together.
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Gospel stories retold from the Bible—perfect for early readersThis book retells key episodes from the gospels simply and respectfully, and weaves them into a narrative that tells a compelling story from the birth of Jesus to his death and resurrection. The illustrations are faithful to the first century setting and are both evocative and serious, in keeping with the mood of the book. A beautiful hardback with gold foiling and a plastic presentation jacket, this book will make a perfect gift for special occasions.
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This book presents and explains the tradional prayer, and is the perfect religious gift for young children This sincere book presents the traditional prayer and explains its Bible origins line by line. Drawing on passages from the Bible, it sets the prayer into a wider context. It contains additional prayers—traditional, contemporary, and Biblical—and makes a perfect gift for religious occasions; enhancing a child's Christian knowledge and making a beautiful addition to the bookshelf. Illustrated in a style full of grace and strength, the book is presented in a white hardcover with gold foiling.
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A delightful little Christmas keepsake volume for children and families to treasureThis wonderfully festive book tells the gospel story of the Nativity simply and faithfully. Author Sophie Piper is much respected for her charming and detailed retellings of Bible stories, and in this book her lyrical text, combined with soft pastel illustrations by Sophy Williams, produces a book full of color and warmth, and the stillness and wonder of the Christmas message.
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Saying a prayer doesn't always have to be just for bedtimethis delightful guide includes the perfect prayer for any time of day or night This colorful little book helps parents and toddlers learn that each moment in the day can be a time for prayer and reflection. Emily Bolam's colorful illustrations show children learning to pray through simple everyday activitiescounting fingers, washing hands, making music, or walking along a pathwhile the selection of traditional and new prayers included offer just the right words for each occasion.
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A thoughtful selection of simply retold Bible stories and prayers, written especially so that young children may come to understand the faith into which they have been christenedEach Bible story in this delightful compendium composed especially for young readers ends with a simple prayer telling of God's promise of blessing, to say together and remember how lucky are those who live in his benevolent love. Adorably whimsical illustrations also accompany each story, to help little children take the sentiment of the stories and blessings to heart and providing a warm and soft focus as adults and children share these special words together.
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A stylish collection of prayers with a strong Biblical and traditional foundationElegant illustrations make this collection of prayers stand out as a book to be treasured through the years. Many of these prayers have found inspiration from the Bible; others have come from the canon of best-loved prayers and include famous prayers from the saints. Small and elegant with a strong Biblical foundation, this is an ideal gift for a First Holy Communion.
About the Author
Sophie Piper is the author of numerous religious books for children, including the Bible Story Time series, An Arkful of Animal Prayers, Goodnight Prayers, How to Be Good, The Lion Read & Know Bible, and Thinking of Heaven. Emily Bolam is a highly successful children's illustrator whose previous work includes the Chunky Farm books; the Chunky Safari books; and the Touch, Look, and Learn series which includes Colors and Counting.