Born Again!

By Phil A. Smouse

Year: 2004

Publisher: Barbour Publishing, USA

Age: 4 -7 years

No. of Pages: 62

Book Type: Picture book

ISBN:  978 1 59310 099 5

Born Again belongs to the I Can Read God’s Word series for young children which features stories from the Bible written to suit little ones.

I liked this book because it explains complex verses like 2 Corinthians 5:17 in elegant simplicity and vividly colored illustrations to etch the truth in a young child’s mind.

Excerpt from Peace (Philippians 4: 4-7)

At all times, in every way, in all things, rejoice!

Let your heart be filled with joy.

You do not need to worry.

God hears your prayers. 

The Legend of the Christmas Kiss

Text: Barbie Penkins

Illustrations: Joyce Revoir

Year: 2005

Publisher: Howard Publishing Co., USA

Age: 3 – 8 years

No. of Pages: 34

Book Type: Picture book, Poetry

ISBN:  978 1 58229 450 6

Here’s a truly adorable festive story that takes place during the very first Christmas.

When Baby Jesus is born, all the angels wonder what would make a perfect gift for the baby. A little angel wishes to kiss His face. That strange wish sets in motion a series of delightful events culminating in one of the most beautiful natural events, snowflakes.

The paintings are fabulous! :-)

This is a splendid book - one that could become an heirloom.

Excerpt

Sparkling specks fell from the sky.

All day and through the night.

They didn't stop ‘til morning came

And everything was white.

The Story of Jesus

Illustrator: Chris Rothero

Year: 1992

Publisher: Award Publications, London

Age: 2 and above

No. of Pages: 24

ISBN: 978 1 84135 034 6

This “See and Say Storybook” is a fantastic way to get young ones to read even if they don’t know letters, yet.

The book uses images instead of words for a specific set of nouns which are then “read” by the little ones.

The story of Jesus features angels, manger, Joseph, Mary and many other familiar words that the child can call out as parents read the rest of the text. Loads of reading fun! :-)

Other titles in this series:

• Noah and the Ark, Review here
• Moses in the Bulrushes
• Daniel in the Lions’ Den
• David and Goliath
• Jonah and the Whale
• Joseph and his Brothers
• The Story of Jesus
• Stories Jesus Told