* Loth, Paul & Nelson, Stephen, My First Study Bible : Exploring God's Word on My Own (Hardcover - 528 pp.; Thomas Nelson, 1994) - Get your child accustomed to real Bible STUDY at a young age! From the publisher: "Each Bible story is accompanied by an introduction, background information, special notes full of added details, and a summary at the end. Colorful and entertaining illustrations enrich every page!" Recommended for ages 4-8. STATUS: IN PRINT.

* Walters, David, Being a Christian: a Study Book for Children (Paperback; Good News Pub., 1994) - From the publisher: "The fourth printing of an Illustrated children's Bible study on what it means to be a Christian, with questions and answer pages. Eight chapters. For ages 7-14 years." This book is a good introduction to essential Christianity for your children. STATUS: IN PRINT. Also by Walters (all pub. by Good News) :

* Parker, Gary, Life Before Birth (Hardcover - 85 pp.; Master Books, 1997) - Both Biblical and scientific, this book is a good tool for discussing the reproductive process with your children. Honours God as the Sovereign Creator, and the unborn child as His creation. Recommended for grades 4-6. STATUS: IN PRINT.

* Harding, Susan, Tell Me About God (Paperback; Banner of Truth, 1993) - This book, as the subtitle states, offers "simple studies in the doctrine of God for children," and from a Reformed perspective. STATUS: IN PRINT. Also from Harding (all pub. by Banner of Truth) :

* RESOURCES FOR BIBLE STUDY WITH YOUR CHILD - Many parents today neglect to study the Scriptures with their children. These resources will help your child to cultivate a love for God's Word and an understanding of its truths. Please click the titles for further descriptions and recommended ages.

* CREATIONIST BOOKS FOR CHILDREN - Our children are bombarded daily through school, the media, and their playmates with the ideas of neo-Darwinism. This indoctrination only intensifies as they get older. These books offer some great resources for educating our children concerning the fact of the Creator and His creation.

* James White & Kevin Johnson, What's With the Dudes at the Door? (Paperback - 144 pp.; Bethany House, 1998) - Counter-cult apologetics for children! James White (noted apologist) and Kevin Johnson (children's author) team up to help our children understand the truth as opposed to pseudo-christian cults like the Mormons and Jehovah's Witnesses. Recommended for grades 5-10. STATUS: IN PRINT. Also by Kevin Johnson:

* Graham, Kenneth, The Wind in the Willows (Paperback; St. Martin's Press, 1996) - Share with your child the timeless wit and wisdom of Mr. Toad and his companions. A true classic in children's literature (good for adults too!). STATUS: IN PRINT.

* Lewis, C.S., The Chronicles of Narnia (Paperback; Boxed Set; Harpercollins, 1994) - Lewis, one of the greatest Christian apologists of our century, reveals his literary genius in these seven books. Children will delight in these stories, which form a sort of allegory of the truths of Scripture. The writing is deep, but easily understood by children. Classics. STATUS: IN PRINT.

* Wangerin, Jr., Walter, The Book of the Dun Cow (Paperback - 256 pp.; Harper, 1989) - Communicates Biblical truths within the context of the classic story of the battle between good and evil. Yes, the animals talk! In fact, the main character is a rooster named Chauntecleer. But the story is profound, and a good read for adults also. In fact, I would suggest that YOU read this to your child if they are below 10 years of age. Trust me - this book was a class project in high school. STATUS: IN PRINT.

* Bunyan, John, The New Pilgrim's Progress (Paperback - 240 pp.; Discovery House, 1989; revised by Warren Wiersbe) - Bunyan's classic allegory telling of the adventures of Christian, updated in modern language by Wiersbe. STATUS: IN PRINT.

* Tolkien, J.R.R., The Hobbit & the Lord of the Rings Trilogy (Paperback; Boxed edition; Ballantine Books, 1991) - Tolkien was used of the Lord in the conversion of C.S. Lewis. He was a master storyteller, and created a whole world called "middle earth," in which both The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings take place. This boxed set contains all four books, and can be read by older children or to younger children. STATUS: IN PRINT.

* Leithart, Peter, Wise Words (Paperback - 169 pp.; Holly Hall Pub., 1997) - Christian tales in the tradition of the Brothers Grimm, each story illustrating a Biblical wisdom from the book of Proverbs. From the author: "My intention in Wise Words was to write stories that would appeal to children as stories; that would challenge parents who read to their children; that would illustrate biblical Proverbs; and that would borrow imagery, plots, characters, settings, and themes from the Bible." Recommended for ages 4-8. STATUS: IN PRINT.

* Wilson, Elizabeth, Books Children Love : A Guide to the Best Children's Literature (Paperback - 330 pp.; Crossway, 1987) - A very comprehensive guide to children's liteature, arranged by reading level and category. Points to literature reflecting traditional values and a Christian worldview. Great resource for helping you choose great books for your children. STATUS: IN PRINT.

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