Baby Moses
Beginner's Bible Board Books S. Series
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What’s inside...
With its bold, modern art and simple text of about 100 words, this fresh take on the story of Moses is just right for babies and toddlers. Children will learn how Moses's mother laid him in a basket and placed the basket in the reeds along the banks of the Nile; how Pharaoh's daughter found the baby and asked Moses's mother to help take care of him; and how Moses grew up to become a great leader. This charming depiction of Moses's story is a wonderful gift for little ones and expectant mothers.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
1-3
Length
16 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Baby Moses felt when he was in the basket on the river?
Why do you think Moses' mother put him in the basket?
How do you think being in the basket changed Moses' life?
What would you do if you found a basket like the princess did?
How do you think the story shows us to care for others?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to convey the emotions of the characters, helping your child connect with their feelings.
Pause after key events in the story to give your child time to reflect and respond to what happened.
Ask your child to imagine alternative endings or scenarios to encourage creative thinking.
Relate the story to your child's experiences, asking if they've ever felt scared or brave like Moses.
Encourage your child to draw scenes from the book, fostering a deeper connection with the story through visual expression.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and compassion
Explanation: Through the story of baby Moses being cared for by his sister Miriam, children learn about the importance of empathy and caring for others.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these values by helping and showing kindness towards their siblings or peers in school.
Example Lesson: Courage and bravery
Explanation: Miriam’s brave act of watching over baby Moses teaches children about the courage to protect and stand up for those who are vulnerable.
Real-World Application: Children can demonstrate bravery by standing up against bullying or helping someone in trouble.
Example Lesson: Trust and faith
Explanation: The story exemplifies trust and faith through the actions of Moses' mother, trusting the Pharaoh's daughter to care for Moses.
Real-World Application: Children learn to trust family members and friends, fostering strong and secure relationships.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Miriam's quick thinking in suggesting her own mother to nurse Moses demonstrates problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Children can utilize problem-solving skills in resolving everyday conflicts or challenges at school or home.