God Gave Us the World: A Picture Book (God Gave Us Series)
God Gave Us Series
What’s inside...
Little Cub's trip to a special museum exhibit, 'Bears Around the World,' sparks a flurry of questions from the young polar bear who is just beginning to learn about life beyond her North Pole home. As Mama Bear shares with her about the different types of places that God has put the various types of bears, with their different kinds of fur and food, Little Cub begins to wonder: Why didn't God make us all the same? With Mama's loving guidance, Little Cub is taught to see the vastness of God's wonderful creation; His abilities as an amazing, inventive Creator; His desire for us to care for our world, and especially the important lesson that 'Every bear has a special place in God's great, big world.' This adorable story offers young children who are discovering their place in God's big world an opportunity to learn about the wonder of diversity, the gift of creativity, the importance of caring for His gifts, and how each child-each creation-is special to God. Also Available: God Gave Us You, God Gave Us Two, God Gave Us Christmas, God Gave Us Heaven, God Gave Us Love, God Gave Us So Much a limited three book treasury From the Hardcover edition.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-7
Length
40 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think makes our world special?
How can we show care and love for our planet like the characters in the book?
Can you think of ways we are different and similar to people from other parts of the world?
Why do you think it's important to appreciate and respect the earth and all its creatures?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the themes discussed in the book.
Relate the book’s message to real-life situations, such as discussing diversity within your community or ways to help the environment locally.
Use descriptive praise to acknowledge your child's insights, reinforcing their interest and engagement.
Suggest drawing a picture or creating a small project based on their favorite part of the book to deepen their connection to the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Appreciation of Diversity
Explanation: The book showcases various animal species living in different habitats around the world, teaching children about the diversity of life on Earth.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate and respect differences among people in their community and embrace diversity as a natural and beautiful aspect of life.
Example Lesson: Environmental Stewardship
Explanation: As the characters explore different environments, they learn about the importance of taking care of the world and the role each creature plays in its habitat.
Real-World Application: This lesson can encourage children to engage in environmentally friendly practices like recycling, conserving water, or planting trees.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: The book's characters ask questions and explore new places, illustrating the joy and importance of learning.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to ask questions and seek knowledge about the world around them, fostering a lifelong love of learning.
Example Lesson: Gratitude
Explanation: Throughout their journey, the characters express thankfulness for the world and its wonders.
Real-World Application: Children can practice expressing gratitude for their surroundings and the people in their lives, promoting a positive mindset and emotional well-being.
Example Lesson: Unity and Harmony
Explanation: Through their interactions, the various animal characters learn to live in harmony despite their differences.
Real-World Application: This lesson can be applied in a child’s everyday interactions, teaching them to work cohesively with others and resolve conflicts amicably.