Bible Stories & Tales Blue Collection: New Edition
Stories Jesus Told Series
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What’s inside...
This collection presents a series of Bible stories retold by Nick Butterworth, designed to engage young readers with a blend of humor and vivid storytelling. The tales are adapted to be accessible and enjoyable, while still conveying the moral and spiritual lessons from the original biblical texts. The collection includes six picture books presented in an elegant slipcase, featuring a combination of 'Stories Jesus Told' and 'Animal Tales'. The featured stories are: 'The Fox's Tale', 'The Cat's Tale', 'The Lost Sheep', 'The Precious Pearl', 'The Ten Silver Coins', and 'The Two Sons'.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-5
Length
168 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you learn about kindness from these stories?
How do you think the characters felt when they faced challenges?
Which story inspired you the most, and why?
Can you think of a way you might act differently after reading these tales?
What would you do if you were in a situation similar to one in the stories?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the stories to their own experiences, promoting personal connections and deeper understanding.
Use expressive reading to bring the stories to life, changing your tone and pace to match the events and emotions in the tales.
After reading, ask your child to draw or act out their favorite story. This helps reinforce the lessons and makes the reading experience more memorable.
Discuss the moral lessons in each story, guiding your child to understand how they apply to everyday life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Compassion and kindness
Explanation: The stories illustrate acts of kindness and compassion through various Biblical characters who help and support others in need.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to be compassionate by helping friends, sharing toys, and showing empathy towards family members and peers.
Example Lesson: Honesty and integrity
Explanation: Characters in the stories often face moral dilemmas that require them to choose honesty, demonstrating the importance of staying true to oneself and others.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to tell the truth in their daily interactions and understand the value of integrity in building trust.
Example Lesson: Perseverance and resilience
Explanation: The tales include characters who face obstacles but persevere and maintain faith through difficult times.
Real-World Application: Kids learn the importance of not giving up when facing their own challenges, whether it’s completing a difficult task or resolving a conflict.
Example Lesson: Respect for diversity
Explanation: Stories from various cultures included in the collection show the beauty of a diverse world and teach respect for all people.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children appreciate diverse cultures and viewpoints, promoting inclusivity in their own environments.
Example Lesson: Responsibility and accountability
Explanation: Several stories feature characters who take responsibility for their actions, teaching children the consequences of their decisions.
Real-World Application: This can guide children to be more responsible in their actions, such as taking care of their belongings and completing their homework.