Childrens' Books

... from infancy you have known the holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.
I Timothy 3:15

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Featured below is a selection of books from Candle, reviewed by staff member, Anna Nunn.

Candle Bible for Toddlers range Candle Bible for Toddlers by Juliet David.  Illustrated by Helen Prole The Candle Bible for Toddlers is a brilliant way to introduce classic Bible stories to toddlers. It includes 133 stories from the Old and New Testaments, written using short, simple sentences and words. The colourful pictures are sure to maintain even the most fidgety toddler’s attention! This Bible comes in Hardback, and is suitable for toddlers aged 1 upwards. Candle Prayers for Toddlers Short, simple prayers for all occasions, bourght to life by Candle's fantastic artwork.  This is an excellent introduction to prayer for any young child.       Mix and Match Bible Stories Five classic Bible stories brilliantly illustrated with the chance to mix up the characters who feature in them with hilarious results!     Noah and his Great Ark The story of Noah and his ark told in a fun and innovative way.  Fill in the blank with Candle's colourful stickers.  Both a Bible story book and an activity book all in one.       Learn and Play Introduce children to the story of Noah while they practice drawing on a colourful, easy-to-understand chalkboard book.     Carry Along Bible fun Four paperback booklets of bible stories on Noah, Moses, Jesus and Jesus' birth - with lots of fun activities to complement them.   Candle Bible for Toddlers Stickers Over 200 colourful stickers from Candle for Toddlers Art range.  Use the stickers to remind you of Bible stories wherever you see them.   Candle Prayers for Toddlers Greetings Cards 24 colourful cards with 12 illustrations from the Candle Prayers for Toddlers book.  Cards are left blank to write your own personal message for any occasion.     Jigsaw fun Six jigsaw puzzles of Bible stories - Noah's ark, Moses and the Red Sea, David vs Goliath, Daniel in the lions' den, Jonah andhis fish and the lost sheep.  Includes a Bible story book.  12, 24 and 48 pieces.     Bible for Toddlers Memory Game Board game for two or more players.  Match up the pairs of Bible characters by remembering where they were when they were turned over. Cards can also be used to play Snap. The cards are fantastically illustrated in Candle's vibrant style.

Pilgrim's Progress Board Game Author: Tim Dowley An exciting new board game which shares the adventures and perils of Christian as he sets out on the journey of his life. On the road he meets terrifying monsters, horrible giants, a cruel judge, raging lions and scary dark places. But he also makes good friends and, at last, reaches journey's end - the Celestial City. Play the game and read the story in the book to help children learn the importance of ths John Bunyan classic.

 Who is Cecil?
Cecil is part of a new range of hardback children’s storybooks retailing at only £2.99. Some of them are based on Bible stories, others on concepts such as trust and belief and being part of the Vine.  All of them have stunning artwork and teacher’s tips.   Some are available on one cd-rom Storytelling kit  entitled God’s Love (£14.99),  while others are available as  BIG BOOKS.  One or two in the range also have a hidden punchy meaning that only adults can really appreciate.   Check out Webster the preacher duck or Bob the Bird.

My Busy Bible Storybook
by Jill Roman Lord.   
Illustrated by Trace Moroney

Bible Stories for Every Day

This Bible Story Book, with a story for each day of the year, is ideal either for a family quiet time, or to introduce young children to reading the Bible alone. The book includes beautiful illustrations and a date at the top of each story.

Bible Stories for Every Day is easy to read, and suitable for children aged 7 and up.

The Beginner’s Bible: Timeless Children’s Stories
Illustrated by Kelly Pulley

A bestselling Bible Storybook, The Beginner’s Bible is ‘full of life and fun’. Suitable for children up to age 6, it is an excellent way to introduce them to Bible stories and characters.
 
The Beginner’s Bible was first written 15 years ago, and over 5 million copies have been sold since. It has recently been updated, with vibrant new illustrations and easy to read text.

It is a bright, colourful Bible containing over 90 different Bible stories with only a few lines of text on each page. 

Sure to be popular at bed time!

The Beginner's Bible is also available in a gift edition (left) with green leatherette binding and gilt edge in a presentation box with acetate lid. 

The Beginner’s Bible: Board Books Eight of the most popular stories from The Beginner’s Bible have been produced in a chewable and chuckable format, providing a fun and simple way of teaching very young children simple morals.  The series includes ‘Daniel and The Lions’, ‘Jesus is Risen’, ‘Jesus, Mary and Martha’, ‘David and Goliath’, ‘Noah and the Ark’, ‘Jonah and the Big Fish’, ‘Jesus and the Children’ and ‘Mary and Little Jesus’.   The Beginner’s Bible: Noah’s Busy Ark. Noah’s Busy Ark is an interactive board book in the shape of an Ark, with lots of flaps, fold-outs and loose moveable figures! The story of Noah’s Ark is explained using simple language and vivid illustrations typical of The Beginner’s Bible. This book is suitable for children aged 3 and under, and is fun to play with alone or with an adult!

 

Baby’s First Bible by Melody Carlson

Baby’s First Book of Prayers by Melody Carlson

This book contains 40 simple rhyming prayers relevant to babies, such as ‘Thank You for my Nose’ and ‘Thanks for Hugs’. A great way of teaching babies that God likes to share every aspect of life with us.

Baby's First Book of Prayers makes a fantastic present for baptisms, dedications and christenings. It is suitable for children up to the age of 3, and comes as a hardback with a padded cover.

It is available in a Gift Set, with Baby’s First Bible.

 My First Christmas  ( Magnetic Adventures /HB ) by Tim Dowley

Children can create their own pictures of the first Christmas by arranging the cut out characters on the special magnetised pages!
This is an interactive book that will be used over and over again.
The characters are stored in a bubble on the front cover. This is a bright and colourful book with a retelling of the Christmas story suitable for 3-7 year olds.

The Nativity Story  by Geraldine McCaughrean ( HB )

A brand new Christmas book to keep and treasure in the family by an acclaimed author for children  who loves retelling traditional tales.  The prose is lyrical and evokes the wonder at the heart of  Christmas reminding us that in Jesus’s birth love and hope are born anew. The pastel illustrations by Sophy Williams create an atmosphere that complements the text perfectly. This book can be enjoyed alone or read aloud in homes and churches. The book comes with a foil-effect dust jacket.