Bibles For Children Tips for picking the right bible: 1. If possible take your child to a store to look through bibles. Let them help pick which one they like the best. This makes it more likely they will use it. 2. Decide if you want to buy one for their current age or one that will last longer. If you want one that will last longer, look at the age group ahead of their current one. 3. Check the translation. As a church we typically read from the NIV. Decide whether you want a certain translation or certain qualities in a bible (i.e. daily devotions, facts about the different books, pictures, etc.) Our top pick for each age group is highlighted.

Preschool

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Every girl is a princess--the daughter of a King! With Sheila Walsh's God's Little Princes Devotional Bible, you can help your little girl blossom into the princess she was meant to be. Featuring illustrations of the characters from the picture book series Gigi, God's Little Princess, and a cover accented with sparkly "jewels," this devotional Bible is irresistible inside and out! It highlights virtues that create true beauty, such as honor, charity, compassion, sharing truth, fairness, and more.

2. Help your boys earn their armor in God's army with this devotional Bible for Christian soldiers ages 4 to 7! Selections from the easy-to-read ICB * "The Belt of Truth" article on values * "Guard Your Heart" tips on good manners * "Sword of the Spirit" memory verses * And more! * Size: 6.25" x 7.5" * 352 pages, hardcover from Tommy Nelson

3. The Jesus StorybookThe Jesus Storybook Bible tells the story beneath all the stories in the Bible. At the center of the story is a baby, the child upon whom everything will depend. Every story whispers his name. From Noah to Moses to the great King David--every story points to him. He is like the missing piece in a puzzle--the piece that makes all the other pieces fit together. From the Old Testament through the New Testament, as the story unfolds, children will pick up the clues and piece together the puzzle. A Bible like no other, this book invites children to join in the greatest of all adventures, to discover for themselves that Jesus is at the center of God's great story of salvation--and at the center of their story too. Recommended for ages 4 to 8.

4. Introduce children to the stories and characters of the Bible with this best-loved Bible storybook. Now updated with vibrant new art, text and stories, more than 90 favorite Bible stories come to life, making The Beginners Bible the perfect starting point for children. They will enjoy the fun illustrations of Noah helping the elephant onto the ark, Jonah praying inside the fish, and more, as they discover The Beginners Bible just like millions of children before. This hardcover Bible storybook measures 6.25" x 7.5" x 1.5" and has 512 pages. Recommended for ages 2 to 6.

Early Elementary We read from the NIV (New International Version) in service.

1. Comic books. Movies. Video games. You think super heroes are only found there? Think again. The NIrV Super Heroes Bible is packed with ordinary people zapped by God into super hero status. This full-text Bible, in the New International Readers Version (NIrV - The NIV for kids!), is written at a third-grade reading level. More than 200 character sketches tell the stories of Bible men, women, and kids - from Genesis to Revelation - and will help kids ages 6 to 10 learn what it takes to be a hero of faith. (Some bad guys are in there, too!) Cool codes will clue readers in to what traits of a hero each character has. For example, the sketch on Moses lists the codes for "Obeys," "Strong," and "Wise." Kids can crack the codes with a handy bookmark.

2. When kids open The Adventure Bible, they embark on a great adventure, an exciting expedition of exploring and discovering treasures in God's Word. Now, this best-selling Bible has been revised to further enrich a child's first independent encounters with Scripture. It incorporates four color tip-ins throughout and identifying key Biblical characters and including important facts kids will want to know. Recommended for ages 8-12.

3. NLT Hands On Bible for Kids, Softcover Tyndale House / 2005 / Paperback Packed with activities and experiences that invite kidsto crawl inside the Scriptures, the Hands-On Bibleis the

world's first Bible designed to help kids do God'sWord! Help your kids learn - and apply - important Bibletruths at school, at home, at practice ...Every day!Recommended for ages 7 to 12.

4. Formerly titled the Young Discoverer's Bible,this revised edition has been updated with a new coverand 30 new full-color tip-in pages. The NIV Discoverer's Bible offers the full text of the NIV translation - just like the one Mom and Dad use – in an easy-to-read, large print type. Encourage childrenages 8 to 12 as they launch into a deeper exploration of God's Word with a Biblae that's all their own.

5. Join Bob, Larry, and all the rest of the Veggie characters as they explore the most amazing book of all time! The VeggieTales Bible invites children to experience God's Word, perhaps for the first time, using the backdrop of familiar VeggieTales characters who remind them that "God made you special and he loves you very much!"

6. Now kids 6-10 can share in the love for God's Word with The Adventure Bible for Young Readers. Based on the best-selling Adventure Bible and written in the New International Reader's Version. (NIrV - "The NIV for Kids!"), this new Adventure Bible is designed especially for young readers who are ready to explore the Bible on their own. Filled with colorful illustrations and important facts and figures scattered throughout, The Adventure Bible for Young Readers will instill a life-long habit of turning to God's Word for guidance.

Upper Elementary/ Preteen We read from the NIV (New International Version) in service.

1. Every girl wants to know she's totally unique and special. Here's a Bible that says that with Faithgirlz! ™ sparkle! A girl can grow closer to God as she discovers the journey of a lifetime, in her language, for her world. The TNIV translation allows for accurate, everyday words she'll appreciate. With features written by Nancy Rue, this is a Bible every girl will cherish! Recommended for ages 8 and up.

2. ReaLife Devotional Bible for Kids, NIV (comes in blue or pink) The only NIV devotional Bible for girls ages 9-12 with one year's worth of devotions and other fun features to get kids into God's word regularly. Five fictional characters—Josh, Jenna, Miguel, Kaitlyn, and Sam—help tweens see how Scripture passages relate to their lives in The ReaLife Devotional Bible. Appearing as zany line art sketches, the characters take part in the devotions in this fun, accessible Bible through stories about their struggles and challenges, which mirror the ones real kids face every day. With 260 daily readings written by Mark Littleton and Marnie Wooding, and 52 weekend readings written by Sandy Silverthorne, The ReaLife Devotional Bible offers a yearʼs worth of devotions that are entertaining, educational, and inspiring. In addition, there are 66 book introductions, 22 full-color tip-in pages, and many “Power Thoughts” throughout that highlight important themes in Godʼs Word and help tweens see how everything in the Bible fits together.

3. NIV Boy's Bible - Hardcover By: Rick Osborne Zondervan / 2002 / Hardcover At last---a Bible designed just for 8 to 12-year-old boys! Focusing on Luke 2:52 ("And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men"), this is the ultimate Bible for boys 8-12. 252 notes help young men grow "Deeper, Smarter, Stronger, and Cooler" in the Lord. "Make It Stick" sections provide journaling and doodling opportunities. "Get a Load of This" notes add background insight and sometimes humor. "Grossology" sections highlight "gross and gory" Scripture tidbits. 1669 pages, Hardcover.

4. NLT Girls Life Application Bible –This fun, fresh Bible, created especially for girls ages 11 & up, presents God's Word in a meaningful way that helps them grow strong in their faith. Special features address issues girls and boys are facing at this age related directly to the experiences of living and growing up. There are many special features, including profiles of women in the Bible, character dilemmas ("How should I respond in this situation?"), answers to hot issues of the day, and—on the lighter side—some accounts of embarrassing stories that have happened to boys and girls at this age.

5. Young Women of Faith Bible by Susie Shellenberger

Now there is a study Bible designed especially for girls ages 8 to12. Created to develop a habit of studying Godʼs Word in young girls, the NIV Young Women of Faith Bible is full of cool, fun to read in-text features that are not only interesting, but provide insight. In addition to the bright, bold features that will inspire young women of faith, there are 52 weekly studies thematically tied to the NIV Women of Faith Study Bible to encourage a special time of study for mothers and daughters to share in Godʼs Word.

6. Note: While this is the best devotional bible for girls, it is the NCV version which is not a version we commonly use from the stage at CCJ. If version is important, look at the Young Women of Faith bible. The Revolve bible is a NCV (New Centruy Version) translation that is for preteen girls. This bible has daily devtionals, overviews of each book of the bible, articles to help you understand how the bible fits together as one story, and other life application materials.

7. This compact Bible for tween girls brings together the popular Christian tween brand "iShine" with the clearly understandable New Living Translation (NLT) of the Bible and Bible features to build tweens' faith. Full-color pages inside focus on one of the central themes of iShine: VIP— Value, Identity, and Purpose. Tweens will see how they are valued by God, how their identity is found in Jesus, and the purpose that they have because of this. The iShine Bible answers questions relating to many of the issues that tween girls face with a tween-friendly index and features articles on having a relationship with Jesus and growing in faith. QR codes and URLs in the Bible link to videos on these topics and other online faith-building content.  This compact Bible for tweens brings together the popular Christian tween brand iShine with the clearly understandable New Living Translation. The iShine Bible answers questions relating to many of the issues that tweens face with a tween-friendly index.

8. This compact Bible for tween boys brings together the popular Christian tween brand "iShine" with the clearly understandable New Living Translation (NLT) of the Bible and Bible features to build tweens' faith. Full-color pages inside focus on one of the central themes of iShine: VIP— Value, Identity, and Purpose. Tweens will see how they are valued by God, how their identity is found in Jesus, and the purpose that they have because of this. The iShine Bible answers questions relating to many of the issues that tween boys face with a tween-friendly index and features articles on having a relationship with Jesus and growing in faith. QR codes and URLs in the Bible link to videos on these topics and other online faith-building content.  This compact Bible for tweens brings together the popular Christian tween brand iShine with the clearly understandable New Living Translation. The iShine Bible answers questions relating to many of the issues that tweens face with a tween-friendly index.

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Note: This is a comic book bible and as such has no chapters or verses in it. It is a great tool for getting your child interested in the stories of the bible, but they should still have a chapter verse study bible. This action-packed rendition of the world's most awesome story will capture and draw you into all the excitement. The attention-grabbing illustrations of artist, Sergio Cariello are full of rich color, dramatic shading and light, and bold designs that communicate the emotion and significance of the figures of the Bible. With 215 fast-paced narratives in chronological order, The Action Bible makes it easier for readers to follow the Bible's historical flow as the story builds up to the thrilling climax of Christ's life. A compelling blend of clear, forceful communication with dramatic illustration creates an appeal that crosses all age boundaries and is perfect for contemporary readers.

Teens

1. LIVE delivers easy-to-understand NLT text and hundreds of relevant opportunities to respond to God's Word right on the spot. Illustrations are by teenagers, for teenagers. Brief devotions and challenges peppered through the Bible invite honest, open responses. Teenagers are drawn to this Bible like...well, like teenagers to pizza!

10. Like the acclaimed Apologetics Study Bible, the Apologetics Study Bible for Students anchors younger Christians in the truths of Scripture by equipping them with thoughtful and practical responses for whenever the core issues of their faith and life are challenged.

11. Holman Bible Publishers is pleased to offer its first student Bible featuring the popular Holman Christian Standard Bible® translation, combining biblical accuracy with modern readability like never before. A visually driven product for a visually driven culture, The Holman Student Bible enhances the study of God's Word with colorful page designs, explanatory sidebars, engaging study questions, and many other reading helps that are especially relevant to the development of true faith among this new generation.