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Children's and Teen: 6 - 8 years old


Cover art for JOURNEY INTO THE BIBLE
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 15, 2011
by Lois Rock, illustrated by Andrew Roland

"Though the pages seem crowded at first glance, a considerable amount of information is packed into a short volume, and the explanations of complicated history will be useful to adults teaching Bible history and interesting to young readers. (Picture book/religion. 6-10)"
This British import offers an eclectic approach to biblical stories and history with panoramic, detailed illustrations, colorful maps and sidebars with "travel tips" geared to travelers of the time period. Read full book review >
Cover art for SAINT PAUL
CHILDREN'S
Released: March 1, 2010
by David Self, illustrated by Jason Cockcroft

"The most glaring omission is the lack of a chart of the Bible books that are attributed to Paul; only a vague reference indicates that Paul's letters are found in the New Testament. (Religion. 8-12)"
What we know of the complicated life of this early Christian missionary is related through several books in the New Testament. Read full book review >
Cover art for JESUS FROM A TO Z
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 7, 2009
by Kevin Graham, illustrated by Jennifer Yoswa

"A woefully flimsy binding will necessitate reinforcement for public circulation. (author's note) (Picture book/religion. 4-9)"
Stunning oil paintings with glowing colors and a flattened perspective provide memorable visual impact in this alphabetical introduction to important people, events and stories from the life of Jesus. Read full book review >
Cover art for BENJAMIN AND THE SILVER GOBLET
CHILDREN'S
Released: March 1, 2009
by Jacqueline Jules, illustrated by Natascia Ugliano

"This is the third in the publisher's Bible series. (author's note) (Picture book/religion. 6-9)"
When Jacob's sons arrive home from their travels in Egypt, they tell their father that one brother is being held as a hostage by the governor, who demands that they return with the youngest brother, Benjamin. Read full book review >
Cover art for DANIEL AND THE LORD OF LIONS
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 1, 2008
by Gloria Jean Pinkney, illustrated by Robert Casilla

"A solid treatment, both textually and visually. (author's note) (Picture book/religion. 6-9)"
The Old Testament story of Daniel in the lions' den is smoothly retold in this longer story for children in the early elementary grades. Read full book review >
Cover art for SARAH LAUGHS
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2008
by Jacqueline Jules, illustrated by Natascia Ugliano

"An accessible rendition of the ancient biblical text for young religiously oriented listeners. (Picture book. 4-7)"
The beautiful and gentle Sarah married Abraham and joined him on his nomadic life where they led families through the desert, teaching a monotheistic faith in "a God who demanded kindness and good deeds." Read full book review >