Heroes of the Bible Treasury: Level 2 (I Can Read! / Adventure Bible)
I Can Read Comics Level 1 Series
What’s inside...
Heroes of the Bible Treasury by David Miles is a collection based on The Adventure Bible, featuring six stories in one edition. This book allows children to explore the adventures of well-known biblical heroes such as Noah, Joseph, Moses, Queen Esther, Elijah, and Paul as they face various challenges and learn important life lessons in faith and courage. Each story emphasizes bravery and the significance of trusting in God. The Adventure Bible Bible Story Collection is a six book treasury of level 2 Adventure Bible I Can Read titles designed for newly independent readers and based on the Adventure Bible —the #1 Bible for kids! Read all about people in Bible times and their adventures in these well-known Bible stories. This 6-book bind-up
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
192 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Who is your favorite hero from the stories and why do you admire them?
What important lessons did the heroes in the Bible teach us about facing challenges?
How do the heroes' stories inspire you to act in your daily life?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone, just like a hero in the book?
What qualities do you think make someone a hero, based on the stories we read?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, briefly introduce the concept of heroes and ask your child to think about what makes someone heroic.
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and impressions after each story to reinforce comprehension and empathy.
Relate the moral lessons from the heroes' stories to real-life situations your child might encounter, enhancing their ability to apply lessons learned.
After reading, ask your child to draw their favorite scene or hero from a story, fostering creativity and reinforcing memory.
Celebrate and praise your child’s insights and connections made, boosting their confidence and enthusiasm for reading and discussion.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage and bravery
Explanation: Through tales of biblical heroes facing overwhelming odds, children learn the importance of courage in difficult situations.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply these examples when dealing with challenges such as standing up against bullying or trying something new.
Example Lesson: Compassion and kindness
Explanation: Stories of biblical characters showing kindness teach children the value of treating others with respect and empathy.
Real-World Application: Children can practice compassion by sharing with others, helping friends in need, or supporting family members.
Example Lesson: Honesty and truthfulness
Explanation: The moral repercussions of deceit versus the rewards of honesty are illustrated through various stories.
Real-World Application: This principle is applicable in a child’s life by encouraging them to be honest in their schoolwork, games, and when interacting with peers.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Characters who persist in the face of adversity teach children the importance of not giving up.
Real-World Application: Perseverance can be nurtured in children by encouraging them to complete their tasks such as homework or chores, even when they find them challenging.
Example Lesson: Faith and trust
Explanation: Many stories emphasize the power of having faith and trusting in a higher power or in the inherent good in situations.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children to develop trust in their guardians and to remain positive during uncertain times.