The Gospel Story (One Big Story)

The Gospel Story (One Big Story) is a stunning little book with big potential. Filled with gorgeous illustrations and a heartwarming message, it aims to introduce children to the core of the Bible through ten key stories. While it hits the mark in many ways, the small text size and dense reading level make it more suitable for shared read-alouds than independent reading for younger children.Here's what I loved:Gorgeous Artwork: The illustrations are truly captivating, bringing the Bible stories to life with vibrant colors and engaging scenes. My child was constantly asking about the pictures and their connection to the text.Christ Connections: The "Christ in Scripture" sections are a brilliant addition. They cleverly highlight how Jesus is woven throughout the entire Bible, even in stories seemingly unrelated to him. This opens up wonderful opportunities for discussions and deeper understanding.Perfect for Family Time: This book shines as a shared experience. Reading it together fosters conversation, reflection, and a stronger connection to faith. It's perfect for bedtime stories, family devotions, or Bible school classes.However, there are some points to consider:Small Text & Reading Level: The text size is quite small, and the vocabulary and sentence structure are geared towards older children (possibly 10 and up). While my 7-year-old enjoyed the pictures and some simpler passages, reading it independently proved challenging.Paperback Durability: The paperback format might not be ideal for younger children who tend to be rougher on books. A hardcover option would be more durable for frequent use.Overall, The Gospel Story (One Big Book) is a beautiful introduction to the Bible's core message. With its stunning artwork, insightful "Christ Connections," and emphasis on shared experiences, it's a valuable resource for families and religious educators. However, for independent reading by younger children, the small text and reading level might pose a hurdle. Consider this book more as a shared journey of discovery rather than a solo read for under-8s.If you're looking for a visually captivating and meaningful book to share Bible stories with your family, especially children aged 10 and up, this is a gem. But for younger independent readers, you might want to explore options with larger text and simpler language.

I have to admit that I made a mistake by not reading the description here. I thought I was buying a single kids bible book but when the box came there were many inside. I kept two and ended up giving them to a friend who was able to pass them out. It worked out well because I was able to share. Good quality books and happy with my purchase!

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I think it was pretty good. I like the pictures. I liked how the Gospel was shown to start in Genesis and end in Revelation - and the Bible stories with explicit Biblical text were excellently chosen. I really liked the Application and the Christ Connection questions. It was well done and good for understanding of the Gospel in the Bible and how the old and new testaments relate. The price was amazing and this would be an excellent study for youth Sunday Schools or gifts to youth. My only disappointment was that I expected, by the cover and description, that this would be good for young kids (under 12) and they could read it on their own as they could. The answer is not really or it depends on the reading/comprehension level of your child. The reading level is probably 7th grade. It's best for 12 and up (my opinion). I have 2 youngsters under age of 8, and though they were interested and the pictures are good, I had to paraphrase and substitute words as I read to them so that they could understand.

The media could not be loaded. The gospel in 16 stories. I like the “Christ connection” & “God’s plan for me.” This could be summarized for younger children, but would probably be best for about 3rd-5th graders. A previous reviewer mentioned it ends with Christ’s death/resurrection, but the version I received goes to revelation.

This has become my go to in children's ministry outreach. Not only does it tell the story of the Bible well but has the option to scan the Gospel Project app for additional audio and visual stories. I'd give it more stars if I could.

Easy for kid's to understand. Cute book

good book

Great collection for children of all ages

Great for kids!