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Bibles and Bible Reference Books
Reading/Reference Books : For Children : For Adults
Children and Church
General
CJ2
The Gifts of Baptism
An essential guide for parents,
Godparents, sponsors and leaders
CJ3
Hear Our Voice
A record of the Year of the
Child – children’s responses to Children’s
Forum Agendas, with discussion
points for adults.
CJ
4 Vision Statement – Workbook
Workshop sessions to help congregations
to respond to the Year of the Child’s Vision Statement
for
Children.
CZ23
Year Of The Child - the video (23 minutes)
A statement for this year and
many years to come - the Children's Vision Statement and the
Church's
response, guiding and informing the process of taking Children's Ministry forward.
Communion
CJ5 Children and Holy Communion (Ph)
A book written with the Episopalian tradition in mind, nevertheless could be used with 7-11 year
olds to prepare them for Communion in most Christian denominations. Helpful and clear, with
careful explanations of the theology and history behind the lessons.
CJ6
Communion Cube
A fun activity for the youngest
children, as an introductory background to Holy Communion
CJ8
Come and Join the Celebration
A resource book to help adults
and children experience Communion together
See
also titles under:-
Teaching Resources - Leadership Development
Bibles and Bible Reference Books
Bibles and Bible Stories
CE1
Children's Illustrated Bible
A Dorling –Kindersley
publication, beautifully bringing to life the stories and
the world of the Bible, for
older primary children.
CE2
The Lion First Bible
specially chosen Bible stories
to be read aloud to the youngest children
CK3
The 21st Century Children's Bible
A Bible for the whole year
- 365 stories, facts and background. Well laid out and illustrated
- excellent
study material for older Primary/younger Secondary children.
CE4
Picture Word Bible Stories
Lovely, lively, and fun - an
introduction to some of the best known Bible stories for the
youngest
children.
CE5
New Testament Activity Bible
CE6 Old Testament Activity Bible
Fun, imaginative introduction
to Bible Study for mid to late Primary age - favourite Bible
stories retold
with lots of information, stimulating activities and problem solving.
CE7
The Lion Storyteller Bible
Bible stories retold by master
storyteller Bob Hartman espedially for reading out loud. A
joy for younger
children
CE16
Bible Stories for Children
A Bible probably more for leaders
than children, it retells the best-loved tales with more than
1500
illustrations and has an excellent reference section at the end, as well as background information about
each story throughout.
CE18 Bible Stories for Children
A Bible probably more for leaders than children, it retells the best-loved tales with more than 1500 illustrations and has an excellent reference section at the end, as well as background information about each story throughout.
Bible Reference Books
CE9
How the Bible Came to Us
the story of the book that
changed the world - imaginatively constructed and illustrated
CE10
Bible Encyclopedia
a first reference book - lots
of interesting detailed pictures to spend time exploring with
younger children
CE11
What’s What In the Bible
Pictorial reference book/encyclopaedia
building up a picture of life in Bible times. Essential knowledge
for
children’s understanding of Bible stories. For older primary age.
Bible
World Series:
CE12 The Great Plan: The Bible Story Begins
CE13 Mission Extraordinary: The First Christians
in Action
reference/information/background.
Well laid out and illustrated
CE14
The Lion Illustrated Bible for Children
The great stories of the Bible,
retold by Lois Rock in 100 beatifully illustrated episodes.
A delight for
storytellers and children alike.
CE15
Jesus Said Bible Storybook
A book of Old and New Testament
stories, to be told to or read by young children. In each
case a "What
Jesus Said" section reinforces the relevance of Jesus' teaching in all of God's Word.
CE17 In the Beginning
An irresistable Bible story book for reading aloud or for children to read for themselves. With vivid illustrations, notes for parents and teachers, and a section for follow up activities, this is a top-notch addition to the many Bible resources for children.
Social and World Issues
Christian Aid Material
CD1 Goat For It!
Discover how to recycle a goat
and butt out poverty …
CD2
Life Changing Tomatoes
Produced as a Harvest Appeal
but can be used at any time. Raises global issues and shows
how helping
in a small way really does make a difference.
CD3
Trade Rules Are Nuts!*
A Christian Aid video and publication
about world trade “ telling it like it is”. Includes
booklet, games,
activities to explore this whole issue with older children/youth.
CD4
H2knOw
A thought provoking but fun
activity pack to explore the essential and often underrated
topic of water
around the world, including floods and drought, water and health, access to water, and things water
brings. Aimerd mainly at young teens but includes booklet for younger children also. For harvest time or
for general use.
CD5
That’s The Spirit
2005 Christian Aid week’s
offering for children – can be used equally well at
other times. Focusses on
the lives of a single family in Mozambique. Lots of activity suggestions and worship material.
CD6
Poverty
A Christian Aid publication,
including a video, leaders booklet and activities for a young
teen group to
work through a project about the "Make Poverty History" campaign. Excellent resource.
CD7
War and Peace*
A video resource accompanied
by a leader's booklet and children's mini booklets. Raises
the issues
about war worldwide and how we as Christians can respond. For older children/young teens.
CD12 Peer Educator Pack on HIV and Aids
Great idea from the Global Student Forum - this pack for teens allows the group to use one or more of their own peers to lead a project about HIV and Aids. All that's needed to prepare, organise, and facilitate the group's study and response.
Other publications
CD9
We All Have Equal Rights
Guidelines and ideas for drama
workshops, aimed at challenging racism, but with many applications
for
basic drama work.
CD10
For Every Child
A Unicef publication for children
which explains their rights in simple words and beautiful
illustrations. An
absolute must for every household and children’s organisation.
Bullying Issues
For up to date advice telephone the Church of Scotland Safeguarding Office at 0131 240 2256, or visit any of www.children1st.org.uk , www.childline.org.uk , www.kidscape.org.uk and others.
CD8 Let’s Celebrate Our Differences
An anti-bullying strategy for
youth and children’s workers
CD11 Preventing Bullying
Stop Bullying!
Two Kidscape publications which
will help parents, leaders, bullies and victims alike to cope
with and
break the cycle of bullying. Extremely helpful.
(Other material to combat bullying, aimed at Youth leaders, is also available in the same pack)
CD13The
Action Game
A floor size board game to
help children work through bullying issues
Reading/Reference Books
For Children’s Use
Christian Reading
“Church
and Me” series
CK1 My Book of Special Times of Year
A book to help children to
find the most special times of year with God, inside the church.
Brings alive
the whole church year with straightforward explanations, insights and activities.
“Toby
and Trish” series
CK3 The Amazing Book of Daniel
CK4 The Amazing book of John
CK5 The Amazing Book of Acts
Three books in a series produced
by BRF to take 7-11’s into the world of the Bible in
a way that not only
makes sense but is interesting and attractive. Highly recommended for children who enjoy reading to
take away and read at home. Adults might learn something too!
CK6
Bears and Giants
Super book for 6-8 year olds
– they find out all about the main characters in the
Bible by writing them
letters - and getting replies! Fresh and original.
CK7
Jesus and Me
Stories and activities to encourage
children to develop a “Quiet Time” with God each
day. Clearly laid
out and brightly illustrated.
CK8
Jesus: the Man Who Changed History
background to Jesus life and
times. Well laid out and illustrated
CK10
What Happens When We Die
a Christian view of death and
dying, simply and sensitively approached for children to read
on their own
or with an adult
CK12
More Stories To Make You Think
CK13 Further Stories to Make You Think
Two books for children who
want to explore moral and ethical issues on their own –
or with a leader - in
an interesting and stimulating way. Each topic has an introduction for adults, a bible link, a story, a
section for reflecting, praying, doing, and comments from other children.
CK25 God's Funny Ways
A little pocket sized book of 5 Bible stories retold for modern readers, to give to older Primary or young teen ages – a filler in of a few spare minutes or as a reward. Best for good readers as illustrations are confined to the cover for the most part.
CK28 A First Look at the Christian Faith
Ideal introduction to Christianity for children of around 5 – 89 to read for themselves or with an adult. Simple words, good illustrations, based on everyday experiences, clear insights into basic Christian beliefs.
CK29 Angel Alert!
CK30 Loud Speakers for God
CK31 Hidden Heroes of the Bible
Three books from a series by Scripture Union retelling familiar and less familiar stories from the Bible, for children who are just ready to read on their own.
General
CK9
The Secret of the Rainbow
for reading and talking about
with the youngest children.
CK
25 Who Left Grandad At the Chip Shop?
Children will love this
book of poems which taps into the childlike wonder with which
children approach
the world. Not specifically Christian but with so many applications in a Christian setting.
CK26
Our Poems and No Messin'
a collection of poems on Christian
themes written by children for assemblies, literacy work and
RE.
Arranged in themed sections and with special sections for poems by infants and poems by teachers.
Something for everyone here!
Also
in other sections…
CC4 Picture Word Prayers
to read and en]oy with
the youngest children - a lovely introduction to prayer
For Adults’ Use
CK17
Not Just Sunday
All you need to know
about setting up and running mid-week clubs for children.
CK18
Prepare the Way with Posters (Ph)
Ideas to help you create
eye catching posters to attract attention and stimulate interest
- useful for all
church groups
CK20
The Adventure Begins
a practical guide to
exploring the Bible with under 12's
CK21
Saying Goodbye to Greg
A training resource for primary
school teachers to help pupils to cope with the death of a
child. Has
equal value for church workers. Sensitive and professional, it uses a “real life” situation involving
children in a school to work through this difficult issue.
CK27
From the Ground Up
Written
by Kathryn Copsey from her immense experience of working with
inner-city children for 30 years,
this book is a must for leaders working in these areas and has much to say to all leaders, inner-city or
not, about the physical and spiritual development of the child, with practical suggestions to help the
church as a whole to become more child- and family-aware.
CK32 Anyone Can Tell A Story
Bob Hartman, best selling author and storyteller, knows what works, and gives a personal view on how to do it well and enjoy it yourself. Lots of tips for experienced storytellers as well as beginners.
CK33 Open The Book
A new resource to link schools with churche, also for all-age worship or to use for a children's address. The Bible stories are told in a weekly ten minute slot by a storytelling team. Based on Bob Hartmans's “The Lion Storyteller Bible” and including simple introductions and follow up worship to go with each story, this easy to deliver idea has spread rapidly through the south of England and is welcomed by teachers who may not feel they can do this subject justice.
Also
from other sections…
CC12 Dear God, Can You Wink?
a parent's guide to helping
children to pray - also useful in church situations
CC14
Stories To Help You Pray
10 stories with guided prayer
journeys for children. Helps children to use an actively imaginative
approach to journey into the Gospel, leading to a habit of meanigful prayer. Helpful notes for teachers
and leaders
CI14
The Works
Guidelines for churches in
working with children and youth - covering planning issues,
working with
volunteers and advice on employing a specialist worker. Invaluable.
And for coffee time!
CK22 Out of the Mouths of Babes
Take time out for a chuckle
at the child’s eye view of God and church – funny
stories, quotes and quips
CK23
Gaun Yersel Moses!
A lighthearted trip through
the Old Testament in Glaswegian verse
CK24
Parable Patter
Another set of light-hearted
Glaswegian wisdom - in story form this time.
CK28
Children’s Letters to God
A child’s eye view of
God. Opening a window on a child’s perspective on life,
this book will captivate and
perhaps even motivate the adults in their lives. For coffee time, or any time when you need a little lift!
Stories to Read or to Tell
(an asterisk* indicates there is an accompanying video or cassette tape)
Bible Based
CL3
The Complete Storykeepers Collection
To accompany the videos, teacher's
resource book and activity book from the popular TV series
CL5
Elijah*
from the imaginative animated
TV series - for older children to adult
CL7
The Ten Commandments for Children
Simply retold and explained
for younger children
CL8
The Miracle Maker*
The story of the animated film
"The Miracle Maker" - the life of Jesus as seen
through the eyes of Jairus'
daughter. In paperback format for older children.
CL10
Complete Bible Baddies
Bob Hartman, that wonderful
storyteller, takes us on a gripping journey of discovery through
the Bible -
baddies who turn good, how some really horrible baddies get their come-uppance, and much more.
General
CL1
The Lion Storyteller Bedtime*
Book and cassette tape of traditional
folk tales for reading aloud to younger children
CL2
Maisie In The Rainforest
Edinburgh’s favourite
cat takes a trip to the rainforest. Can she rescue it before
it is destroyed for ever
CL4
Stories of the Saints
Saints from the Bible and from
Christian History – stories to be read aloud or by children
on their own.
CL6
50 Five Minute Stories
A resource for parents and
leaders, with notes, suggested songs, and Bibles references
for each story
CL9
The Chronicles of Narnia
The seven books in CS Lewis'
famous series, including "The Lion, The Witch and The
Wardrobe" Great
reading for all ages.
CL11
Elmer
Elmer the elephant discovers that
it’s all right to be different. For young children.
CL12
The Rainbow Fish
The Rainbow Fish learns how to share
– and how to be happy. Award winning book for younger
children.
Also
from other sections…
CC14
Stories To Help You Pray
10 stories with guided prayer
journeys for children. Helps children to use an actively imaginative
approach to journey into the Gospel, leading to a habit of meanigful prayer. Helpful notes for teachers
and leaders
CH1 If I Had Lived in Jesus’ Time
picture book comparison
of Jesus’ time and present day
CH2 Stories Jesus Told
a jigsaw book for youngest children
CH13
The Good Samaritan
a jigsaw book for youngest children