Back to the Beginning
#1 of 6 in Adventures in His Story Series
What’s inside...
Get swept back in time with this new children's chapter book series for kids ages 6-9! A wonderous angel swoops in and escorts Tommy and Janie back to the Garden of Eden. Everything is perfect as they enjoy amazing fruit, fish, and birds. But then, something happens that changes everything. Suddenly, Eden is a scary and dangerous place. Will they make it out alive? Who will save them from the lion and the snake? Back to the Beginning is just the start of a Christian chapter book series for kids ages 6-9!
Discussion points
What did you like the most about the story and why?
Which character would you like to be friends with and what would you do together?
How do you think the story would change if it happened in our town?
What is one thing you learned from the book?
If you could add another chapter to the book, what would it be about?
Tip: Role play these questions
Utilize open-ended questions that allow for more expansive thoughts and responses.
Show genuine interest in their thoughts and perspectives to encourage them to share more.
Relate parts of the book to your child’s own experiences to deepen their personal connection to the story.
After discussing, you could both draw scenes or characters from the book to further enrich the conversation.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The value of perseverance
Explanation: The characters in 'Back to the Beginning' face various challenges but persistently work towards solving them, demonstrating resilience.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to keep trying and not give up easily when they encounter difficulties in school or during play.
Example Lesson: Importance of teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the story, characters collaborate to achieve common goals, showing the power of working together.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the significance of cooperation and helping each other in group activities or family tasks.
Example Lesson: Respect for diversity
Explanation: The book features a cast of characters from various backgrounds, promoting inclusivity and understanding of different cultures.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by embracing and celebrating the differences among their peers.
Example Lesson: Creativity as a problem-solving tool
Explanation: Characters in the tale use their imagination to navigate obstacles, highlighting creativity as a vital skill.
Real-World Application: Kids can be encouraged to use creative thinking in their approach to homework or in resolving conflicts.
Example Lesson: The joy of exploration
Explanation: The book encourages curiosity and the discovery of new environments and ideas, fostering a love for learning.
Real-World Application: Children will be motivated to explore new topics, ask questions, and engage more deeply with the world around them.