Baby's First Bible

Name: Baby's First Bible
Brand: HarperCollins New Zealand
SKU: 9780310704485
Price: 20.0 NZD
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Little Stories for Little Hearts

By Melody Carlson

Series: Baby’s First Series

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Baby's First Bible by Melody Carlson introduces very young readers to key stories from the Bible in a simple, understandable manner. It is designed to engage children through vibrant illustrations and easy-to-follow narratives, making it an excellent first introduction to Biblical tales and lessons. This book offers a gentle way for parents to share foundational spiritual stories with their children.
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With this story Bible you can begin to hide God's word in a little girl's heart.

Description

Snuggle up with your little one and share God’s Word. For babies or toddlers, this adorable first bible features simplified Bible stories from the Old and New Testament that are sure to captivate young one's hearts. Treasure this small beginning bible as your child grows in faith.

Start your child’s journey in faith with Baby’s First Bible. Written specially with little hearts in mind, these engaging Bible stories feature rhyming text and easy-to-understand words. A perfect companion for naptime, bedtime, mealtime, and story time, your son or daughter will delight in growing closer to God and Jesus through this gem of a Bible.

Baby's First Bible:

Includes both Old and New Testament Bible stories
Is perfect for small children ages 2–5 years-old, as well as preschool and kindergarten toddlers
Fits in small hands comfortably and features colourful, playful illustrations
Is ideal for commemorating your little one’s birth, baptism, first birthday, or First Communion
Makes an unforgettable gift for baby dedications, baby showers, christenings, Easter baskets, Christmas stockings, or other gift-giving holidays
Uses simpler words and shorter sentences making the text easy to read and understand

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Baby's First Bible

Snuggle up with your little one and share God’s Word. For babies or toddlers, this adorable first bible features simplified Bible stories from the Old and New Testament that are sure to captivate young one's hearts. Treasure this small beginning bible as your child grows in faith. Start your child’s journey in faith with Baby’s First Bible. Written specially with...

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Baby's First Book of Blessings

Celebrate your little one’s birth, baptism, dedication, or just say “I love you” with this adorable book of blessings featuring 41 delightful rhyming poems. Baby’s First Book of Blessings lets tiny ones know God’s blessings are all around them. From "Comfy Laps" to "Furry Friends," and "My Front Porch" to "Bathtub Bubbles," these charming rhymes will fill the hearts of...

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Baby's First Book of Prayers

A charming first book of prayers for baby. Makes a wonderful gift for a new baby. Mums and grandmums alike will love this padded, foil-stamped, and embossed edition of Baby's First Book of Prayers. Baby will love it too as soon as Mum starts reading it.

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Her First Bible

Enjoy treasured times at bedtime or anytime as you share these 41 familiar Bible stories from Her First Bible with your sweet girl again and again. Written by author Melody Carlson, these short, rhyming Bible stories are sure to plant the love of God and his Word in your little angel’s heart. Perfectly sized for little hands and specially written...

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His First Bible

Enjoy treasured times at bedtime or anytime as you share these 41 familiar Bible stories from His First Bible with your sweet boy again and again. Written by author Melody Carlson, these short, rhyming Bible stories are sure to plant the love of God and His Word in your little angel’s heart. Perfectly sized for little hands and specially written...

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780310704485

Publisher: Zondervan

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 19 August 2002

Country: United States

Imprint: ZonderKidz

Contributors:

Illustrated by Tish Tenud

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 109.0mm

Height: 155.0mm

Weight: 163g

Pages: 96

Collections

Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Melody Carlson Series: Baby’s First Series

About the Author

Melody Carlson has published more than thirty books in the CBA market for children, adults, and teens, including the best-selling Benjamin's Box and Baby's First Bible. She lives in Sisters, Oregon.

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Baby's First Bible and Book of Prayers Gift Set

Ideal for commemorating your little one’s birth, baptism, or first birthday, these beloved family classics are sure to be keepsakes your child will treasure for years to come. Perfectly-sized for little hands and specially written for little hearts, the bestselling Baby’s First Bible and Baby’s First Book of Prayers are perfect for bedtime, mealtime, story time, or anytime. Colourful, playful...

By Melody Carlson

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$29⁰⁰
Elsewhere:
~~$32⁰⁰~~

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Baby's First Book of Blessings

Celebrate your little one’s birth, baptism, dedication, or just say “I love you” with this adorable book of blessings featuring 41 delightful rhyming poems. Baby’s First Book of Blessings lets tiny ones know God’s blessings are all around them. From "Comfy Laps" to "Furry Friends," and "My Front Porch" to "Bathtub Bubbles," these charming rhymes will fill the hearts of...

By Melody Carlson

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$18⁹⁹

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Baby's First Book of Prayers

A charming first book of prayers for baby. Makes a wonderful gift for a new baby. Mums and grandmums alike will love this padded, foil-stamped, and embossed edition of Baby's First Book of Prayers. Baby will love it too as soon as Mum starts reading it.

By Melody Carlson

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$16⁹⁹
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~~$18⁰⁰~~

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Her First Bible

Enjoy treasured times at bedtime or anytime as you share these 41 familiar Bible stories from Her First Bible with your sweet girl again and again. Written by author Melody Carlson, these short, rhyming Bible stories are sure to plant the love of God and his Word in your little angel’s heart. Perfectly sized for little hands and specially written...

By Melody Carlson

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$19⁹⁹

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Ships in 4-6 weeks
His First Bible

Enjoy treasured times at bedtime or anytime as you share these 41 familiar Bible stories from His First Bible with your sweet boy again and again. Written by author Melody Carlson, these short, rhyming Bible stories are sure to plant the love of God and His Word in your little angel’s heart. Perfectly sized for little hands and specially written...

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