Let's Find Out About Jesus
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What’s inside...
This is a child-friendly, small format book packed with stories about Jesus. In each story, young readers are asked one question about each picture to reinforce facts about Jesus' life and teaching.
Discussion points
What are some things that Jesus did to help others around him?
How do you think you can apply Jesus' teachings in your daily life?
Why do you think kindness was so important to Jesus?
How does hearing about Jesus make you feel about treating others?
What is one lesson from the book that you would like to share with your friends?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the stories of Jesus to their own experiences with friends and family.
Use the stories in the book as examples to discuss broader themes of kindness, forgiveness, and compassion.
After each reading session, ask your child to draw a picture of their favorite scene and explain why they chose it.
Create a 'kindness chart' with your child, marking instances when they practice a teaching from the book, linking it back to the story.
Discuss the historical and cultural setting of the stories to give your child a broader understanding of the context in which Jesus lived.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Compassion and Empathy
Explanation: The book illustrates various scenarios where Jesus shows compassion and empathy towards others, regardless of their background or situation.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to understand and share the feelings of others in their everyday interactions, promoting a more inclusive and caring attitude.
Example Lesson: Forgiveness
Explanation: Through anecdotes about Jesus forgiving others, the book teaches children the importance and strength in forgiving those who may have wronged them.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to resolve conflicts amicably and maintain healthy relationships with peers and family.
Example Lesson: Helping Others
Explanation: The book portrays Jesus helping the needy and the sick, emphasizing the value of selflessness and assistance.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this teaching by engaging in acts of kindness such as sharing with others and participating in community service.
Example Lesson: Perseverance in Adversity
Explanation: The stories reflect how Jesus persevered through challenges, teaching children the power of resilience.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to face their own challenges, whether it be at school or in their personal lives, with courage and determination.
Example Lesson: Living with Integrity
Explanation: Jesus is portrayed as a figure of moral integrity, consistently choosing what is right and just.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of honesty and ethics, which can guide them in making correct decisions and acting responsibly.