Children's Bible, New Revised Standard Version
What’s inside...
Before Israel entered the promised land, Moses emphasized the importance of teaching God's commands to children. He instructed the Israelites to love God wholeheartedly and to diligently teach His words to their children, discussing them throughout daily life. This principle of imparting knowledge about God and His commands remains relevant today. The KJV Holman Classic Children's Bible is designed to help parents and grandparents provide a moral and spiritual foundation for their children and grandchildren in a postmodern age. It features 40 full-color illustrations of key biblical moments, four full-color maps, and over one hundred retold stories from the Old and New Testaments, accompanied by facts about life in biblical times.
Age
9-12
Length
1088 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Jesus Christ
King David
Moses
Mary, Mother Of Jesus
Simon Peter
Joseph (Earthly Father Of Jesus)
Judas Iscariot
Discussion points
What is one story from the Bible that stood out to you, and why?
How do the characters in these stories show kindness or bravery?
What lessons can we learn from this story that we can use in our daily life?
If you were a character in one of these stories, who would you want to be, and what would you do differently?
How do you think the messages in these stories help us become better people?
Tip: Role play these questions
Select a specific story from the Bible that resonates with contemporary events or personal experiences to make the discussion relevant.
Encourage your child to imagine and describe how they would feel if they were in the same situation as the characters.
Ask your child to draw parallels between the moral teachings in the stories and their own actions or decisions in life.
Use a puppet or toy to act out scenes from a story to make the conversation more interactive and engaging.
Praise your child for their insights and encourage them to ask questions to foster a deeper understanding and curiosity about the stories.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Compassion and kindness
Explanation: The stories in the Children's Bible, especially those of Jesus helping the less fortunate, teach children the values of compassion and kindness.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these lessons by helping a friend in need or sharing their toys with others.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Through parables and teachings, the Children's Bible emphasizes the importance of being responsible and taking ownership of one’s actions.
Real-World Application: This can be applied in a child's everyday life by encouraging them to complete their homework on time or take care of their pets.
Example Lesson: Forgiveness
Explanation: Various stories, including the Prodigal Son, illustrate the power and importance of forgiveness, showing that everyone makes mistakes and deserves a second chance.
Real-World Application: Children learn to forgive others who may have wronged them, whether it’s forgiving a sibling for breaking a toy or a classmate for an unkind word.
Example Lesson: Courage and faith
Explanation: Stories such as David and Goliath teach children about the strength found in faith and the courage to face daunting challenges.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to face their own 'giants,' whether it be speaking in front of the class or standing up for what is right.
Example Lesson: Justice and fairness
Explanation: The teachings in the Children’s Bible about treating others justly and the importance of fairness are recurrent.
Real-World Application: Children can practice this by being fair in games, sharing equally, and understanding the importance of rules.