Child Books/ages 9-12 Religion

Forget boring! Dave Strehler's "The Bible Made Easy--for Kids" takes young (and old!) readers on a fun-filled, informative journey to understand the Bible and apply it to their lives. Conversational in tone, the writing is clear and simple. Contents are jam-packed with line drawings that beg to be colored, charts that help explain complex facts/concepts, questions that provoke thoughtful reflection and prompts that generate rousing discussions. Key biblical topics like faith and salvation are explained in kid-friendly, age-appropriate terms.

Children will experience a deeper relationship with Jesus as they read 365 daily devotions written as if Jesus is speaking directly to their hearts. Adapted from Sarah Young's bestselling adult book, this inspiring year-long devotional?has scripture and personal reflections that share Jesus' message of peace, for today and every day.

Jesus Calling: 365 Devotions?for Kids?focuses on the biblical promise of peace, which can be experienced at any time and in all circumstances. With peace-filled reminders from the Word of God, these devotions will intimately and gently connect your children with Jesus, the One who meets them where they are. Written as if Jesus Himself is speaking directly to the reader, ?this devotional?will engage your children and tweens and help them find lifelong encouragement in Him.

In Jesus Calling: 365 Devotions?for Kids, ?your 6- to 12-year-old child will

Feel comforted by words of hope and encouragement

Be reassured of Jesus' unending love for them

Receive gentle guidance based on Scripture

Read scripture verses that strengthen their faith

Connect with Jesus further as they reflect and meditate on God's Word

With versions of Jesus Calling for adults and kids, families can explore God's Word together as they discuss what they've read during their devotional times. With these much-loved devotions, children will spend time in the presence of the Savior and calm their minds and hearts with His love.

Sarah Young has sold more than 40 million books worldwide. Some of her other children's books include

Jesus Calling My First Bible Storybook

Jesus Calling: The Story of Easter

Jesus Calling: The Story of Christmas

While the Advent season is filled with fun and expectations, Lent can be more difficult for children. How can we help children approach this season in a way that is meaningful and not frightening?

Make Room presents Lent as a special time for creating a welcoming space for God. Other books offer excellent ideas for going through the Lenten season with children, but Make Room uniquely connects its projects to the story of Jesus. Simple and practical activities such as baking bread, having a neighbor over for dinner, uncluttering your room, and watching less TV become acts of justice and kindness, part of a life of following and imitating Christ, and a way to make room for God in our lives and in the world around us.

Other books tell the Passion narrative for young readers; this unique book integrates themes of hospitality and self-giving that echo Jesus' ministry, Jesus' entire life. Make Room invites children to wonder about the story, to encounter Lent with all their senses, and to experience activities in Lent as part of a life of discipleship.