Jesus loves the little children, and they deserve to know it. Kids do not connect with the Bible like adults, which is why they need books written especially for them. Consider these five Bible options when looking for stories to share with your little ones.
God’s Colorful Kingdom Storybook Bible: The Story of God’s Big Diverse Family by Esau McCaulley
Ages: 6-10
Esau McCaulley is a Biblical scholar and clergy in the Episcopal Church. He advocates for justice and acceptance of everyone who desires to follow Jesus, regardless of cultural background. Some call McCaulley a progressive Christian. He simply believes he is following the tenets of his faith.
In God’s Colorful Kingdom Storybook Bible: The Story of God’s Big Diverse Family, McCaulley delivers Bible stories with an emphasis on diversity. The author not only wants children to understand that God loves them, but McCaulley also wants kids to know they are loved just as they are. This book is great for storytimes that highlight the unique differences of individuals.
The One-Year Devotions for Preschoolers by Crystal Bowman
Ages: 2-4
You do not have to wait until your child knows how to read to start instilling the value of daily devotions. Toddler and preschool-aged kids can enjoy the benefits of spending time with God at their age with a devotional book that speaks directly to them.
The One-Year Devotions for Preschoolers was written just for small children. There are 365 devotions, so your little one can explore a new Bible passage every day. The illustrations by Elena Kucharik add value to the text so kids can get the full picture of what is being conveyed on every page. This devotion is great for bedtime stories.
NIrV, Adventure Bible For Easy Readers by Zondervan
Ages: 6-10
Who says reading the Bible is boring? Certainly not those who have engaged with the NIrV, Adventure Bible For Easy Readers!
This version was created just for Elementary and Middle School kids with full color, introductions to Bible books, and more. The NIrV, Adventure Bible For Easy Readers makes for a good first-time Bible for children as all 66 books are present.
The Be Kind Bible Storybook: 100 Bible Stories About Kindness and Compassion by Annabelle Hicks
Ages: 3-6
In a world that seems to get more cruel by the minute, there is a remedy. Compassion and kindness are not just words used when reprimanding someone for poor behavior. They are concepts that should guide the Christian’s life.
In The Be Kind Bible Storybook: 100 Bible Stories About Kindness and Compassion, kids are given 50 stories from the Old Testament and 50 stories from the New Testament that highlight kindness and encourage compassion. This is a great choice when you want to use storytime to teach a lesson or two.
Brick Builder’s Illustrated Bible: Over 35 Bible Stories For Kids by Zondervan
Ages: 6-10
Kids who enjoy a good Minecraft book or love building LEGOS may appreciate this gem. Thirty-five Bible stories are written in kid-friendly language, and brick-styled illustrations drive home the points. Readers can get more out of the text as they are presented with “Building Block” takeaways that challenge them to apply the lessons of the stories to their lives.
Brick Builder’s Illustrated Bible: Over 35 Bible Stories For Kids may be great as a first-time Bible for the creative kid in your life.
What Suits Your Boat?
God’s Colorful Kingdom Storybook Bible: The Story of God’s Big Diverse Family by Esau McCaulley – for families who love diversity.
The One-Year Devotions for Preschoolers by Crystal Bowman – for parents of toddlers.
NIrV, Adventure Bible For Easy Readers by Zondervan – for parents of Middle Schoolers.
The Be Kind Bible Storybook: 100 Bible Stories About Kindness and Compassion by Annabelle Hicks – for parents who homeschool or want to use storytime to teach their kids valuable lessons.
Brick Builder’s Illustrated Bible: Over 35 Bible Stories For Kids by Zondervan – for parents of kids who love Minecraft.