This book presents 20 of the most popular Bible stories for children. Brief introductions set the background for each. Stories include: Creation Adam & Eve Noah Babel Abraham & Isaac Joseph Baby Moses Moses & The Great Escape The Boy Samuel David & Goliath Jonah & the Whale Daniel & the Lions The Birth of Jesus Jesus in the Temple The Hole in the Roof Calming the Storm The Lost Sheep The Good Samaritan Palm Sunday & Easter. ...

All the significant stories of the Old & New Testaments from Genesis to the book of Acts are retold in clear simple language which children underst&. The stories may be read as individual stories yet they form a continuous narrative which closely follows the 'one story' of God & God's people contained in the whole Bible. The Lion Children's Bible is also available in a gift edition & in paperback. Translated into 38 languages this is the top children's Bible for both home & school. ...

All the significant stories of the Old & New Testaments to the book of Acts are retold in clear simple language which children underst&. The stories may be read as individual stories yet they form a continuous narrative which closely follows the 'one story' of God & his people contained in the whole Bible. A hardback edition is also available at GBP9.99 (ISBN: 0 7459 1939 1) ...

Stunning in presentation & full in scope The Lion Classic Bible is an evocative retelling of the Bible's great stories for children. In 12 flowing chapters Andrea Skevington brings together all the Bible's treasured tales to reveal the overarching story of God & his people. Skilfully crafting her stories with care & consideration for the biblical original yet with the energy of the story front-of-mind the result is a text with a compelling pace which is at once fresh & original for new readers but with an underlying depth & perspective that will delight those already familiar with the stories
- whatever their age. Richly coloured full-page illustrations & motifs artwork add warmth & colour throughout. Bound in a quality hardback with a glossy dust jacket this Bible is one to enjoy giving receiving reading & treasuring.
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This new children's Bible employs the successful formula of a story for each day of the year (The Children's Bible in 365 Stories has sold over 2 million copies). It is for a new generation of readers & is pitched at 7 to 9 year olds. The artwork is truly attractive & of the very highest quality modern in feel warm & bright giving fresh perspectives on the classic stories. Each story has Approx. 250 words is complemented by a matching prayer. The Bible features full Bible references on each page as well as a 'story finder' to help the reader choose a story to suit the occasion making this a complete resource & enable further exploration of the Bible as the child grows up. ...

A one-stop reference guide this Encyclopedia provides an engagingly illustrated introduction to the Bible for the junior student. Taking a chronological approach to the storyline of the Bible the authoritative text integrates the historical geographical & social background of the Bible along with overviews of the different types of writing found within its pages & how they relate to Christian beliefs. The clear layout incorporates illustrations maps diagrams & call-out boxes to introduce the reader to the salient points of the Bible & its influences throughout the centuries. The Encyclopedia is also the winner of the 2010 Christian Resources Together Childrens Book of the Year for Under 12s. In series with: The Jesus Encyclopedia (Lois Rock) The Lion Encyclopedia of Christianity & The Lion Encyclopedia of World Religions (David Self). ...

This high-quality illustrated reference book provides schools & families with accurate information & engaging glimpses of the variety of faiths that have existed & are current in the world today. Beginning with a discussion about what religion is author David Self offers 60 double page articles which cover the origins beliefs & daily lives of adherents of the 6 major world faiths (Judaism Christianity Islam Hinduism Buddhism & Sikhism) as well as Ancient East Asian & modern religions. Combining touches of storytelling with prayers extracts from scriptures photos maps diagrams & call-out boxes the result is an engaging reference work which gives an excellent grounding in this topic which is of increasing importance in todays multicultural society. ...

Here are more than sixty Bible stories specially chosen for young children: a foundation on which to build a growing knowledge of the Bible. With bright illustrations & simple clearly laid out text this retelling is ideal for beginner readers. This outstanding Bible is now available in its smallest edition yet appealing in presentation & price point to make it ideal for parents grandparents godparents or churches who want to give a small but meaningful gift or award to a child. A matching book of prayers is also available. ...

With an easy-to-read text from a much-loved reteller of childrens Bible stories & lots of illustrations packed full of character this treasury of Bible stories is designed to introduce young readers to the great stories that have shaped western culture. 18 stories are retold from the Old & New Testaments covering the Bibles most well-known events & best-loved people from creation to Jesus crucifixion & resurrection. Along with Barbara Vagnozzis bright illustrations which fill the pages these easy retellings are compellingly child-friendly throughout. ...

The Lion Handbook to the Bible was first published in 1973 & has been continuously in print ever since selling over 3 million copies worldwide. This fascinating guide to the book that has intrigued & inspired millions of people for thousands of years comprises an authoritative yet accessible commentary on the Bible book by book & chapter by chapter alongside over 100 articles by leading scholars around the world on areas of special interest. Beautifully illustrated throughout with more than 600 photographs maps & illustrations the Handbook is a pleasure to browse & read & a mine of information & insight about this crucially important book. For this new edition a number of articles have been revised in the light of recent discoveries & developments in scholarship. New photographs have also been added where available. ...