The Easter Story: 10 Pack (Candle Bible for Kids New edition)
Candle Bible For Kids Series
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What’s inside...
This book retells the traditional Easter story for a young audience, focusing on the last week of Jesus's life, his death, and resurrection. Illustrated with vibrant pictures by Candle Bible for Kids artist Jo Parry, it aims to convey the message of Easter to children in an accessible and age-appropriate way. Through clear and simple text, children come to understand the events leading up to Jesus' death and the astonishing miracle of his resurrection, introducing them to the reason we celebrate this special day and sharing with them the wonderful gift of God's Good News.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-5
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Jesus
Discussion points
What emotions do you think the characters felt during the Easter story?
How do the actions of the characters teach us about kindness and forgiveness?
Why do you think Easter is an important time for many people?
What part of the Easter story did you find to be the most surprising or interesting?
How can we apply the lessons from the Easter story to our everyday lives?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before starting the story, provide a brief overview of Easter to contextualize the significance of the story.
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story by asking them how they would feel in the characters’ situations.
Discuss the moral lessons of the story such as forgiveness, sacrifice and renewal. Relate these themes to real-life situations that your child might encounter.
Allow your child to ask you questions about Easter and share your personal insights or family traditions related to the holiday.
After reading, engage in an Easter-related activity together like drawing scenes from the book or creating an Easter craft to reinforce the themes discussed.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Compassion and empathy
Explanation: The story of Easter depicts acts of kindness and understanding towards others, teaching children the value of being compassionate.
Real-World Application: Children learn to understand and share the feelings of others, promoting helpful and empathetic behaviors in school and at home.
Example Lesson: Hope and resilience
Explanation: The resurrection of Jesus in the Easter story serves as a powerful symbol of overcoming adversity and maintaining hope in challenging times.
Real-World Application: This teaches children that no matter the difficulties faced, maintaining hope and resilience can lead to positive outcomes.
Example Lesson: Forgiveness
Explanation: The story emphasizes the importance of forgiveness, as demonstrated by Jesus forgiving those who wronged him.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of forgiving others, which can lead to healthier and more positive relationships.
Example Lesson: Faith
Explanation: The narrative encourages having faith even in difficult circumstances, illustrated by the disciples’ faith in Jesus.
Real-World Application: Instills the value of trust and belief in something greater, helping children navigate uncertainty with confidence.
Example Lesson: Self-sacrifice for the greater good
Explanation: Jesus’ sacrifice depicted in the Easter story teaches the importance of self-sacrifice for the well-being of others.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of putting others' needs before their own, fostering a sense of responsibility and community awareness.