About the Book:
Fans of Chris Embleton-Hall's cheerfully distinctive artwork will be eager to see this new Bible! Twenty stories--nine from the Old Testament and eleven from the New--are retold in a concise and friendly manner in a rounded, easy-to-read font. Very, very bright, and very, very fun!
My Thoughts:
I know it is a small detail for
many, but the second story in the Toddler
Bible was a put-off to the intention and accuracy of this entire book. The author chose illustrations that show Adam
and Eve dressed in fig leaves as they till the soil and plant seed.
She totally negates the first blood sacrifice and the need for blood to
cover sin.
I thought the whole point of
introducing toddler’s to God’s Word was to begin to teach them their need for a
Savior. Yes, the crucifixion is
included, as is the resurrection, but even toddlers need to know that God’s
plan of redemption was in place from the moment Adam and Eve left the
garden. Yes the redemptive parables are
included, (lost sheep, prodigal son) and some of the miracles of Jesus, so
this is a basic introduction of the
major and most well-known Bible stories.
The illustrations are engaging
and colorful, and the language is simple and straightforward. This is a good introduction to God’s Word for
any toddler. My only complaint is that a
very important detail was passed over, and that was off-putting to me. Accuracy should be paramount when God’s Word
is being represented.
About the Author:
Juliet David has written many children's stories and Bible activity books. Her other interests include painting, music, and travel to Israel and other Bible lands. This experienced author lives in London with her family.
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