More About Jesus: With Illustrations and a Map
#2 in The Peep of Day Series
What’s inside...
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Discussion points
What did you learn about Jesus and his teachings from this book?
How do you think the illustrations help tell the story of Jesus?
If you could ask Jesus one question, what would it be?
How do the places shown in the map relate to the stories you read about?
Which story about Jesus did you find most inspiring and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the stories and illustrations. Use the map included in the book to help them visualize the locations where events took place, enhancing their understanding of the context. Relate the teachings of Jesus to everyday situations your child may encounter to make the lessons more applicable and relatable. Respect their perspectives and gently guide the conversation to deeper reflections about the values and teachings discussed.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Compassion and Empathy
Explanation: The book portrays Jesus' acts of kindness and healing, showing children the importance of caring for others.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these lessons by showing empathy and helping friends or family members in need.
Example Lesson: Forgiveness
Explanation: The narrative includes instances where Jesus forgives those who wrong him, teaching children the power of forgiveness.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to forgive others for their mistakes, fostering a forgiving and peaceful atmosphere at home or school.
Example Lesson: Faith and Trust
Explanation: Through various stories, the book emphasizes having faith and trusting in higher powers or in the goodness of people.
Real-World Application: Children learn to trust their instincts and have faith during challenging times, reinforcing resilience.
Example Lesson: Importance of Prayer
Explanation: The book illustrates how Jesus often prays, highlighting prayer as a source of strength and communication.
Real-World Application: Children can incorporate prayer or meditation into their daily routine to find solace and express their thoughts and fears.
Example Lesson: Service to Others
Explanation: Jesus' life of service, including feeding the hungry and healing the sick, underscores the importance of selflessness.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to engage in acts of service within their community, such as volunteering or helping those in less fortunate situations.