• Home
  • About
    • Contact Danika
    • Help Your Kids Learn and Love the Bible
    • Who What Why Series | Christian Biographies for Kids
    • When Lightning Struck!: The Story of Martin Luther
    • Wonderfully Made: God’s Story of Life from Conception to Birth
    • Statement of Faith and Beliefs
    • Thinking Kids Disclosures
    • Thinking Kids Privacy Policy
    • Thinking Kids Website & Printables Terms and Conditions of Use
  • Thinking Kids Press Store
  • Help Your Kids Learn and Love the Bible
  • Who What Why Series | Christian Biographies for Kids
  • When Lightning Struck!
  • Wonderfully Made
  • Thinking Kids Press
    • Bible Road Trip™
      • Bible Road Trip™ Year One
      • 10 Reasons to Take a Road Trip Through the Bible
      • The Buzz on Bible Road Trip™ | Reviews
      • BRT ~ The Everything Page
      • Bible Verses for Children: Bible Road Trip™ Memory Verse Cards
      • Statement of Faith and Beliefs
    • Bible Lapbooks | Hands-On Bible Study for Kids
    • Cobblestone Path
  • Book Reviews
    • Parenting / Homeschooling
    • Ages 4-7
    • Middle Grade (Ages 8-12)
    • Middle School
    • High School
  • Christian Parenting
  • Homeschooling Coolness
  • Artfully Learned

Thinking Kids

Teach Your Kids the Bible and Christian History

The 5 Solas for Families

October 11, 2022 By Danika 126 Comments

Thinking Kids Press uses referral links in posts. Signing up for free offers will subscribe you to our email list. We'll send you encouragement, free products, and exclusive offers via email. You can read our disclaimer, privacy policy, terms and conditions of use, and Danika Cooley's personal statement of faith and beliefs for more information. The Thinking Kids Press store is located at ThinkingKidsPress.com.
807 shares
  • Facebook366
  • Twitter1

The 5 Solas of the Reformation are slogans that help us remember important Biblical truths. Teach your family about the Five Solas!


The 5 Solas | A 7-Day Family Bible Study
The Protestant Reformation was a response to Roman Catholic doctrine and theology. That response began with Christians within the Church who sought a return to biblical teachings about salvation, authority, and mediation.

When Martin Luther nailed the 95 Theses to the door of the Wittenberg Castle Church, there was widespread corruption in the Church. But the 95 Theses were a response to a doctrinal teaching–the sale of plenary indulgences, which promised the complete forgiveness of sins in exchange for money. It was the sale of the merit of Christ, a way to buy Jesus’ atonement.


Grab your FREE 130-page Bible Study Tool Kit--and learn about Help Your Kids Learn and Love the Bible!


The Reform that began with Martin Luther spread like wildfire across Europe. Theologians and Church officials had been calling for reform for centuries, and they lost no time fighting for true biblical teachings.

The Reformation was messy. There were arguments over biblical theology and over how to regard the Roman Catholic Church and other religions. Many, many people died so that we can have the freedom to worship God as we see fit.

In fact, denominations are sort of an outworking of that freedom. You can baptize your infants under Covenantal theology, and I can choose the baptism of believing adults (or children old enough to understand that step) for my family, and we can talk about it as siblings in Christ–and no one dies. We can even still love each other.


Take your kids through the Bible in just three years! Try out Bible Road Trip™ with a free three-week sample pack.



When Lightning Struck!: The Story of Martin Luther for your teens.


The 5 Solas of the Reformation

Protestants read Scripture in the light of other Scripture. If we have a question about a teaching in the Bible, we can return to the rest of Scripture with that question to hash out the answer. The Bible is inerrant, infallible, and inspired. God does not lie, and His Word does not disagree with itself, so we can be confident that we can find the answers in Scripture.

To explain theology in ways that are easy to remember and that help keep us on the right track when reading the Bible, theologians and historians have come up with terms and slogans we can use to help us communicate and teach effectively. The word Trinity is not found in Scripture, but the Bible’s teaching on the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, the three Persons of the One, Triune God is clear. (This article contains a ton of references if you’re up for a rabbit trail!)

The 5 Solas of the Reformation are slogans that help us remember important Biblical truths. At the time of the Reformation, they helped distinguish the difference between Protestant doctrine and Roman Catholic doctrine. Though the slogans weren’t used together in a group of five consistently until 1958, the Reformers coined the different phrases in their writings. John Calvin emphasized most together in his writings.

Today, the 5 Solas continue to be important as the orthodox (meaning those who hold to biblical faith, so with a little “o”) Church continues to fight to hold to biblical doctrine.


Reformation Family Book Bundle
Your kids will love the Who What Why Reformation series with illustrated narratives for 8-11 year olds.
And, Martin Luther’s young adult historical fiction story makes the perfect family read aloud!
Grab the autographed Reformation Family Bundle!


The Five Solas

Sola means alone in Latin. I’ll explain each Sola briefly.

  • Sola Scriptura – By Scripture Alone: The Bible is God’s Word, our authoritative, inerrant, and inspired guide. We do not hold any authority–tradition, clerical, political, or otherwise over the authority of the Bible. In fact, we read Scripture in the light of other Scripture.
  • Sola Fide – By Faith Alone: We are saved by faith alone, not by works or merit. Faith leads to justification (salvation) and then to good works as a sign of our gratitude for salvation.
  • Sola Gratia – By Grace Alone: We are saved by God’s grace through faith. Salvation is a free gift from God. God alone gives the gift of faith and of salvation. We can’t earn grace, nor can we earn greater grace through our actions.
  • Solus Christus – Through Christ Alone: We are saved only by the atoning blood of Christ and it’s through Jesus that we know God. We don’t need anyone else to approach the Father on our behalf–Jesus does that for us.
  • Soli Deo Gloria – To the Glory of God Alone: We were created and saved to bring glory to God, the King of the Universe. Everything we do should be for His glory. We don’t glorify anyone else, living or dead–only God is to be glorified.

Bible Road Trip™ Teach Your Kid the Bible


Five Solas of the Reformation Resources

October 31st, 2017 marked the 500th anniversary of Reformation Day, the day Martin Luther nailed the 95 Theses to the door of the Wittenberg Castle Church. That act began the Protestant Reformation.

We can celebrate the return to the biblical truths that Scripture is our authority and that we are saved by grace through faith. It is only the atoning blood of Christ that accomplishes this wondrous salvation. All glory to God!

These five resources will help your kids understand the five Solas of the Reformation and the work God did in his Church through the Reformation.

When Lightning Struck!: The Story of Martin LutherWhen Lightning Struck!: The Story of Martin LutherWhen Lightning Struck!: The Story of Martin LutherThe 5 Solas: Signs to Follow on the Narrow Path, A 7 Day Family Bible StudyThe 5 Solas: Signs to Follow on the Narrow Path, A 7 Day Family Bible StudyBuy NowWho was Martin Luther? (Who What Why)Who was Martin Luther? (Who What Why)Who was Martin Luther? (Who What Why)What was the Gutenberg Bible? (Who What Why)What was the Gutenberg Bible? (Who What Why)What was the Gutenberg Bible? (Who What Why)Why did the Reformation Happen? (Who What Why)Why did the Reformation Happen? (Who What Why)Why did the Reformation Happen? (Who What Why)

  • When Lightning Struck!: The Story of Martin Luther by Danika Cooley
    • “Martin Luther’s life was too exciting not to be written for teens and younger readers! In this fast-paced, action-packed novel of Martin Luther’s life, teen readers (and more than a few adults!) will be introduced to a fascinating time when princes ruled Europe and knights roamed the countryside. They’ll learn about a time when powerful forces lined up against each other and believing the wrong thing could get you killed.When Lightning Struck! is far more than just an adventure story, of course. It also tells a theological story. Drawing carefully from Luther’s own words, this book introduces readers to a kindred spirit who struggled with what knowing God through Scripture means for daily life. They will understand what was at stake and how powerfully liberating Luther’s idea of grace through faith was in his time and in ours!In crisp, enjoyable prose, author Danika Cooley conveys both the drama and the meaning of the Reformation for younger readers like no one before her!”
  • Who Was Martin Luther? by Danika Cooley
    • “Martin Luther was a young man who was afraid of a thunderstorm. He was a monk seeking for salvation. He was a reformer who inspired a continent to return to the Word of God. Danika Cooley introduces 9–11 year olds to this key figure in the Reformation.”
  • What Was the Gutenberg Bible? by Danika Cooley
    • “Johann Gutenberg invented a world–changing machine that meant people could read God’s Word for themselves. The world could share ideas, discoveries and new and God’s Word could be quickly, inexpensively and accurately reproduced. Danika Cooley helps 9–11 year–olds discover how the printing press paved the way for the Reformation.”
  • Why Did the Reformation Happen? by Danika Cooley
    • “The Church was following the words of men rather than the Word of God but brave men read God’s Word and were saved from their sins. They fought for truth against the most powerful organizations of the time – the Church and the Crown. Danika Cooley explores how God’s people changed the Church, Europe and the World. This is the story of how the Church found the gospel and the people heard about Christ.”
  • The 5 Solas: Signs to Follow on the Narrow Path by Lindsey Stomberg and Danika Cooley
    • “The Five Solas are slogans that were popularized by the Reformers during the reformation of the Church (1350-1648). These slogans are based on biblical truths and sound doctrine. Knowing and understanding the Five Solas is important for your children–it will help read and apply Scripture to their lives.”

      Each day includes: 

      An overview of a Sola or Scriptural concept.
      A Bible passage to study with discussion questions.
      Additional Scripture passages to read to better understand the intent of each Sola.
      A structured notebooking page to encourage independent thinking and writing skills.
      A fun family activity to help creatively cement your child’s learning process.
      A memorable craft to encourage creative expression and further your child’s understanding.
      Bonus coloring pages for older children and a printable card set for memory games.”

The 5 Solas | A 7-Day Family Bible Study


Who What Why Reformation Free Printable Lapbooks


WWW InText Banner

Christian Biographies for Kids | Christian History for Kids | Theology for Kids

Douglas Bond Endorsement
“As for the saints in the land, they are the excellent ones, in whom is all my delight.” – Psalm 16:3, ESV  

Christian History Matters for Our Kids.

History matters. Now, more than ever, we see how important it is for our children to know and understand history and the Bible.

Here’s why:

  • God is the sovereign ruler of all things. It’s important for our kids to see his hand in the history of nations and in the lives of both peasants and kings. 
  • Christian history is the story of our family history. Our kids get to see how people who love Jesus follow him.
  • Understanding history can help our kids learn historic and biblical theology. They learn what the Bible says and what that means for us. They also see when the study of Scripture has taken important turns that have changed the Church.   
  • Reading Christian biographies and history can be a wonderful way for kids to think outside their own time and culture. God’s Church spans centuries and includes people from every nation.    
  • Christian biographies help kids consider their own faith, walk with Jesus, and the impact their witness may one day have on others–and on history. 

Elementary-aged kids need middle grade resources that are fun, a little sassy, and that teach valuable lessons. 

WWW Learn More Button

The Who What Why Series is the perfect resource to teach your kids about history, while helping them apply biblical truths to their lives today.


More Thinking Kids Posts You’ll Love!

Who What Why Series | Christian Biographies and History for KidsWho What Why Series | Free Printable LapbooksWho Was Martin Luther | Biography for KidsWhat Was the Gutenberg Bible? | Christian History for KidsWhy Did the Reformation Happen | Theology for KidsWhen Lightning Struck!: The Story of Martin LutherBible Road Trip | Three-Year CurriculumHelp Your Kids Learn and Love the BibleMartin Luther History for Kids | Biography LapbookGutenberg Bible History LapbookProtestant Reformation for Kids | FREE Lapbook4 Reasons to Teach Christian History to your KidsMartin Luther of the Reformation Toilet Paper Roll CraftJohann Gutenberg Printing Press | Toilet Paper Rolls CraftThe Protestant Reformers | A Reformation CraftHistory Detective Bookmark Craft for KidsChristian Church History Detectives | Kids' Craft40+ Best Books on the Reformation for your FamilyMartin Luther | When Lightning Struck! Discussion GuideThe Five Solas Family Bible StudyReformation Day SnacksReformation Day ActivitiesA Mighty Fortress is Our God Lyrics Craft & PrintableMartin Luther of the Reformation Unit Study for TeensJohannes Gutenberg Facts for KidsThe Protestant Reformation for KidsMartin Luther and the 95 ThesesChristian History Notebooking for Teens | Cobblestone Path™: The Reformation Age for TeensMartin Luther & the Reformation Resources for Your FamilyFree Reformation Study Guide for 4th-12th GradesReformation History for Kids: 13 Biographical CardsMartin Luther Historical Fiction ReviewsMartin Luther Printable Valentine's Day Cards (& Bookmarks)Martin Luther Biography Endorsements


The 5 Solas | A 7-Day Family Bible Study

Join the newsletter

Get the Family Prayer Box Project FREE!

Teach your children to pray with this fun project that includes 7 printable sets!

Awesome! Go check your email to confirm your subscription. After you confirm, I'll send your Family Prayer Box Project!

There was an error submitting your subscription. Please try again.

We won't send you spam. Unsubscribe at any time. Powered by ConvertKit

Filed Under: Christian Parenting, Homeschooling Coolness

Join the Newsletter and Get Gifts and Offers

« Reformation History for Kids: 13 Biographical Cards
FREE Reformation Study Guide for 4th-12th Grades »

Comments

  1. JennieT says

    October 9, 2017 at 3:22 pm

    When lightning strikes I am most excited about. Also the cool playmobile!

    Reply
  2. Michelle says

    October 9, 2017 at 3:22 pm

    This is a great give away! So much to learn from the Reformation!

    Reply
  3. Susan Menzmer says

    October 9, 2017 at 4:01 pm

    I am excited about “When Lightening Struck” because I am currently reading it to my daughter and it is making Hustory come alive for her!

    Reply
  4. Keicialynn says

    October 9, 2017 at 4:09 pm

    Looking forward to checking out the resources listed here.

    Reply
  5. Tonya Nickell says

    October 9, 2017 at 4:18 pm

    I would love to learn about the reformation myself and want my kids to learn too. It is something I never knew much about, even as someone who grew up in church!

    Reply
  6. Linzi says

    October 9, 2017 at 6:57 pm

    I would love to learn more about the reformation and read”When Lightening Struck”, the story about Martin Luther. It sounds like a fascinating read. We have read Peril and Peace and are now fascinated to learn more church history.

    Reply
  7. K says

    October 9, 2017 at 8:37 pm

    Awesome information!!

    Reply
  8. Mandy Bamford says

    October 9, 2017 at 10:13 pm

    I would love to share the story of Martin Luther with my kids. Thank you for offering this great giveaway!

    Reply
  9. Stephanie says

    October 10, 2017 at 5:04 am

    The reformation changed our lives all these many years removed. Our daughter has even planned a conference around the 5 Solas for youth in our community. Thanks for the resources!

    Reply
  10. Darlene K. says

    October 10, 2017 at 5:14 am

    I have been following Danika for years and finally decided to purchase the book. It is amazing. So if I win I will be donating the book to the local library.

    Reply
  11. Debra Perez says

    October 10, 2017 at 5:14 am

    I didn’t realize the 500th anniversary was this year. Would love the story to share more with my kids.

    Reply
  12. Eneff2 says

    October 10, 2017 at 5:17 am

    Looks like some good stuff.

    Reply
  13. Lisa G. says

    October 10, 2017 at 5:23 am

    Recently purchased When Lightning Struck! and have incorporated it into our homeschooling curriculum for this month. This giveaway would be an awesome addition to any home!

    Reply
  14. Cari Webb says

    October 10, 2017 at 5:23 am

    We enjoyed reading the book and learning about how God preserved his church.

    Reply
  15. Teressa says

    October 10, 2017 at 5:28 am

    Thanks for sharing the info regarding the Reformation. I plan to share with my kids today 🙂

    Reply
  16. Olivia says

    October 10, 2017 at 5:28 am

    This is great! We are going to have a reformation party this year and play pin the thesis on the door 🙂

    Reply
  17. Melanie Miles says

    October 10, 2017 at 5:34 am

    I really don’t know much about the Reformation. Church seems like a big business venture to me. I want to teach my kids without being cynical but I’m not sure what’s true and what’s tradition. I’m thinking this will help.

    Reply
  18. Sara L says

    October 10, 2017 at 5:35 am

    This is such a great giveaway! I’m looking forward to learning more about the Reformation, winner or not.

    Reply
  19. Gretchen says

    October 10, 2017 at 5:39 am

    Thanks for putting this giveaway together!

    Reply
  20. Gigi says

    October 10, 2017 at 5:39 am

    Thank you! We can’t get enough good books to read!

    Reply
  21. Karrie says

    October 10, 2017 at 5:52 am

    Thank you! We 💘 books!

    Reply
  22. Jenny McLamb says

    October 10, 2017 at 5:53 am

    Great! I’m so excited to teach my kids about the Reformation! We live overseas, but we are here in America for a few months! These are wonderful resources- hope I could cram them in our bags! 🙂 I’ll give up clothes space for books any day! 🙂

    Reply
  23. Rachel Wing says

    October 10, 2017 at 5:55 am

    I Love this give away! If I win I can use them to teach our kids at church about the Reformation. We direct the first through 6th grade children’s ministry and are highlighting the Reformation during our missions moments this year.

    Reply
  24. Jennifer Mathesz says

    October 10, 2017 at 6:09 am

    I personally don’t know much about Martin Luther so this would be a great resource for all of us

    Reply
  25. PBacon says

    October 10, 2017 at 6:24 am

    I am studying to join a Lutheran church in my area and the whole story interests me as I am growing in faith.

    Reply
  26. Julie S. says

    October 10, 2017 at 6:29 am

    I’m glad to have found these great resources to use in our homeschool with my jr. and sr. high children.

    Reply
  27. Paula says

    October 10, 2017 at 6:30 am

    Wonderful way to highlight this turning point in history!

    Reply
  28. Kirsten says

    October 10, 2017 at 6:41 am

    Wonderful! I love all of the resources! We have When Lightening Strikes already😊we’ll start reading right after the Crescent and the Cross (thanks for telling us about these great books Danika!). I know a family who’d love my extra copy if I win😁Thanks for the chance’

    Reply
  29. Lydia Joy Slater says

    October 10, 2017 at 6:44 am

    I am excited about When Lightening Struck because it’s a great read, especially aloud to my daughter, who also really loved it. I want to give a copy away !

    Reply
  30. Monica says

    October 10, 2017 at 7:04 am

    Awesome thanks

    Reply
  31. Brenda Gonzalez says

    October 10, 2017 at 7:15 am

    Excited to learn and teach my kids about Reformation Day! Especially this year! The giveaway has wonderful resources I’d love to put to good use! Thanks!!

    Reply
  32. Nicole says

    October 10, 2017 at 7:30 am

    We have already started When Lightning Strikes and it is SO good!!!

    Reply
  33. Nicole says

    October 10, 2017 at 7:31 am

    We have already started When Lightning Strikes and it is SO good!!! Would love to read the other resources!

    Reply
  34. Aaron says

    October 10, 2017 at 7:31 am

    I am excited about When Lightning Struck to refresh my memory of 18 years of Lutheran education.

    Reply
  35. Joy says

    October 10, 2017 at 7:46 am

    A living book about Martin Luther- what a great gift that would be to receive! Having the figure for the kids to act out the story is even better. Maybe Playmobil could be convinced to make an entire Reformation set. 🙂

    Reply
  36. Shannon says

    October 10, 2017 at 8:06 am

    To be able to easily teach my children the basics of the Reformation is what I’m excited about in When Lightening Struck.

    Reply
  37. Stacey says

    October 10, 2017 at 8:13 am

    I’d really like to read “When lightening struck” and learn more about Martin Luther. I also really like the Bible Road Trip. Thanks for all the great resources!

    Reply
  38. Heather Morrow says

    October 10, 2017 at 8:15 am

    Thank you for helping our family discover about the Reformation. Looking forward to reading When Lightning Struck.

    Reply
  39. Jessica Brammer says

    October 10, 2017 at 8:27 am

    “When lightning struck” sounds like a great resource for families!

    Reply
  40. Elizabeth L. says

    October 10, 2017 at 8:33 am

    This is an amazing book that makes history so interesting for children!

    Reply
  41. Kristin M says

    October 10, 2017 at 8:59 am

    I’m so excited about this giveaway to not only spend quality time with my kiddos but to learn more myself.

    Reply
  42. ROBIN GUERTIN says

    October 10, 2017 at 9:10 am

    Thank you for sharing the information about the Reformation and the Solas, so interesting. This is an area I don’t have much knowledge in.

    Reply
  43. shelly foster says

    October 10, 2017 at 9:51 am

    Would be such a blessing! Homeschooling next year so this would be great asset for us!

    Reply
  44. Peggy says

    October 10, 2017 at 10:29 am

    Reading about Martin Luther

    Reply
  45. Leigh O says

    October 10, 2017 at 11:22 am

    I love reading about Reformers and their work and lives.

    Reply
  46. C M H says

    October 10, 2017 at 11:58 am

    I am intrigued with the book WHEN LIGHTENING STRIKES–would love to own a copy, along with the other resources listed here. SO IMPORTANT to understand history and the significance of the Reformation!!

    Reply
    • C M H says

      October 10, 2017 at 12:01 pm

      Excuse my poor typing!
      WHEN LIGHTNING STRUCK !!

      Reply
  47. Amber says

    October 10, 2017 at 12:23 pm

    We only own one reformation book, so it would be so fun to win!

    Reply
  48. Joyce says

    October 10, 2017 at 12:26 pm

    Hi, Danika! I love that i love church history, and have been looking forward to finally getting to it with my daughter. The thought of Martin Luther nailing those 95 Theses to the door always does something within me… (Go, Luther!) The courage of that man! I hope to win, but as well, can you share some other references you recommend for church history? It seems like this just might be a passion for you, too!

    Reply
  49. Ruth Williams says

    October 10, 2017 at 2:29 pm

    I’m curious about When Lightning Struck because I think highly of Tauna and she’s always recommending it

    Reply
  50. katie says

    October 10, 2017 at 3:02 pm

    My husband and I want to teach the kids about the reformation and this would be great to help us!

    Reply
  51. Zekesmom10 says

    October 10, 2017 at 3:47 pm

    I’m looking forward to learning more about the Reformation with my punks.

    Reply
  52. Judi P says

    October 10, 2017 at 5:41 pm

    I’m most excited about a resource that explains the Reformation to kids in such an easy way.

    Reply
  53. Lynne says

    October 10, 2017 at 6:09 pm

    I came to Lutheranism as an adult. I now have a grandchild, and I’m excited to share being Lutheran with him starting right from the beginning…..

    Reply
  54. Leanne says

    October 10, 2017 at 8:26 pm

    I enjoyed reading “When Lightning Struck” because showed Martin Luther to be human — only God is perfect (and some people sometimes forget that!). Thank you, Danika Cooley for that! And now I am looking forward to reading it w/ my family. 🙂

    Reply
  55. Martha says

    October 10, 2017 at 8:38 pm

    I am excited about When Lightning Struck because I enjoy historical fiction and stories about Martin Luther.

    Reply
  56. Cheryl Powell says

    October 11, 2017 at 12:26 pm

    Thanks for a great giveaway! I would love to read WHen Lightning Struck- heard great things about it for awhile now!!

    Reply
  57. Felisha says

    October 12, 2017 at 8:52 am

    These are amazing resources for our family!

    Reply
  58. Kelly H. says

    October 12, 2017 at 4:24 pm

    I like teaching my children about truth and what’s right. Being able to teach them about leaders from history who stood up for truth and what’s right is very rewarding. Thank you for the contest.

    Reply
  59. Carrie says

    October 13, 2017 at 8:27 am

    Was just talking about this with my friends. Our whole family would really love and use all of these!

    Reply
  60. Deena says

    October 14, 2017 at 5:53 am

    I love church history and would love to have this book on Martin Luther. I have never heard of the 5 solas and am interested in reading about them.
    Great give away!

    Reply
  61. Michelle in OK says

    October 16, 2017 at 1:14 pm

    I am excited that When Lightning Struck is the ~story~ of Martin Luther and the Reformation, not just the list of facts. I am looking most forward to seeing the world around him as he submitted himself to God’s Purplose.

    Reply
  62. Stepheny Seabolt says

    October 17, 2017 at 6:46 am

    While we talk about the Reformation every year in church, I’d love to explore this more with my kids at home!

    Reply
  63. Susan says

    October 17, 2017 at 10:18 am

    I am excited about When Lightening Struck because we enjoy reformation stories and this would be great to share with our children.

    Reply
  64. Jamie H says

    October 17, 2017 at 11:35 am

    Everything looks great! I’m excited about the $30 Grace and Truth Books Gift Card. We already have your book and my kids love it! If we win, I will share the book with my friend so her kids can enjoy it, too.

    Reply
  65. Sarah says

    October 17, 2017 at 5:29 pm

    What a cool giveaway!

    Reply
  66. Amanda Jordon says

    October 17, 2017 at 5:47 pm

    I want to read When Lightning Struck with my children.

    Reply
  67. Seka Fierro says

    October 17, 2017 at 11:28 pm

    What a great giveaway!! We love history and learning more about Martin Luther and the Reformation.

    Reply
  68. Melissa says

    October 18, 2017 at 6:50 pm

    Everything looks amazing, it’s hard to pick a favorite!

    Reply
  69. Beth Voss says

    October 19, 2017 at 5:15 am

    What a great giveway for this anniversary.

    Reply
  70. CindyB says

    October 19, 2017 at 5:32 am

    I love history, it is so important for our children! The books you are offering provide great insights into Martin Luther and his day. Would like to share these with my grandchildren.

    Reply
  71. Marina Vincent says

    October 19, 2017 at 5:54 am

    We don’t celebrate Halloween so this is an excellent way of us celebrating something that means something on that day.

    Reply
  72. Trish says

    October 19, 2017 at 6:01 am

    Thank you for the wonderful resources for families!

    Reply
  73. Molly Cash says

    October 19, 2017 at 6:08 am

    I’m excited about”When Lightning Struck” because we’re getting ready to learn Abby Martin Luther in our homeschool and it looks like an amazing living history resource.

    Reply
  74. Elizabeth Smillie says

    October 19, 2017 at 6:18 am

    It looks like an amazing resource to add to our library – I love using a biography based approach to history, and this seems perfect!

    Reply
  75. Jen says

    October 19, 2017 at 6:20 am

    I love sharing stories about men and women of the faith and this looks like a great resource!

    Reply
  76. Dyan Croushore says

    October 19, 2017 at 6:37 am

    We’d like to have a tool to help take the focus off Halloween and put it on God.

    Reply
  77. Melissa says

    October 19, 2017 at 7:07 am

    Thanks for all the great info! These resources look fabulous! Would love to add them to our homeschooling day- especially When Lightning Struck.

    Reply
  78. Mrs Chaps says

    October 19, 2017 at 8:39 am

    All of these resources look great. I would love to learn more about the reformation with my children.

    Reply
  79. Narae Shin says

    October 19, 2017 at 10:48 am

    This is an awesome post! I was looking for some resources to study the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation. I really hope we win the giveaway!

    Reply
  80. Stephanie says

    October 19, 2017 at 11:12 am

    I would like to learn more myself as well as help teach my niece more about the Reformation.

    Reply
  81. Becky M says

    October 19, 2017 at 11:22 am

    What a great giveaway! I’m always looking for great reformation resources.

    Reply
  82. Christy says

    October 19, 2017 at 12:05 pm

    I really enjoyed reading When Lightning Struck with my children last fall. It was so cool learning about Martin Luther’s thought processes before his conversion and then seeing how God worked to change him and save him and then used his influence to reform so many in the church. Great story and so well written!
    I love this blog.

    Reply
  83. ko says

    October 19, 2017 at 1:17 pm

    Great giveaway!

    Reply
  84. Lisa Neal says

    October 19, 2017 at 1:19 pm

    I am really looking forward to teaching my son about the reformation in more detail this year!

    Reply
  85. Ali says

    October 19, 2017 at 1:40 pm

    This looks like a great family tradition to start. I shared these posts with the head of Sunday school at our church and she is going to use some of it for teaching during the children’s church.

    Reply
  86. Kristi says

    October 19, 2017 at 3:30 pm

    It looks like a wonderful way for my children to learn more about Martin Luther!

    Reply
  87. Becca Eichler says

    October 19, 2017 at 4:22 pm

    I’m excited to reading this story to help my background knowledge and for all these extra resources to use to teach my students in a Lutheran elementary school more about the Reformation!! The reformation cards were a hit with my second graders!!

    Becca Eichler

    Reply
  88. Valerie says

    October 20, 2017 at 11:32 am

    I’m always excited about helping my grands understand what Luther was all about. I’m especially excited about the five solas!

    Reply
  89. Dennis says

    October 20, 2017 at 1:37 pm

    This would be so great for my kids, grandkids and great grandkids.

    Reply
  90. Julie P says

    October 22, 2017 at 10:29 am

    I am interested in the Reformation, amazed by the men and women who were so confident in the powerful, saving power of Jesus, the Truth of His Word, and the lives they lived as evidence of these convictions. I’ve been piecing together information to share with my children, but see such a wealth of information here. Thank you for passing these testimonies on to the next generation!

    Reply
  91. Laura M says

    October 22, 2017 at 10:18 pm

    Fun giveaway. Thanks for putting it together.

    Reply
  92. Stacy M says

    October 23, 2017 at 5:21 am

    I am always looking for ways to make history come alive for my children.

    Reply
  93. Ruby Olsen says

    October 23, 2017 at 5:37 am

    coming in on the tail end……. LOVE When Lightning Strikes. would LOVE a MLK figure.

    Reply
  94. Helena Vander Ploeg says

    October 23, 2017 at 5:42 am

    I am learning so much about the Reformation, these books will just add to teaching our children!

    Reply
  95. Lori Brown says

    October 23, 2017 at 5:56 am

    I have purchased the Bible curriculum and we are enjoying that. We do not have When Lightning Strikes. It sounds like a great read!

    Reply
  96. Annie says

    October 23, 2017 at 6:03 am

    What a fun giveaway! I would love a copy of When Lightening Struck!

    Reply
  97. Nicole C says

    October 23, 2017 at 6:04 am

    I have When Lightning Struck! on my book wishlist, I would be very excited to win a copy and read it with my kids.

    Reply
  98. Kelley D says

    October 23, 2017 at 6:16 am

    Love celebrating Christian History!!

    Reply
  99. Karey Davenport says

    October 23, 2017 at 6:17 am

    Looks like a pack of great resources!

    Reply
  100. Lana Simanovicki says

    October 23, 2017 at 6:20 am

    What I love about it is the history behind it

    Reply
  101. Ruth says

    October 23, 2017 at 6:24 am

    This is a great giveaway and an exciting addition to our family devotional time and home schooling on the reformation.

    Reply
  102. Tracy Hoover says

    October 23, 2017 at 6:31 am

    I love teaching about the Reformation! This is an outstanding giveaway

    Reply
  103. julie says

    October 23, 2017 at 6:51 am

    Great giveaway!

    Reply
  104. Melinda Tinkham says

    October 23, 2017 at 6:54 am

    I had no idea about these details on Reformation Day until you guys started posting it. I would love to have resources to teach my kids all about it as a tradition! Thank you for the opportunity!

    Reply
  105. Erica Howell says

    October 23, 2017 at 7:11 am

    I’m so excited to bring these important teaching to my children on this monumental 500 year celebration! Thanks for doing the heavy lifting for us!!

    Reply
  106. Kathy says

    October 23, 2017 at 7:32 am

    This is a great give away! We r studying Martin Luther with our kids along with the song he wrote, “A Mighty Fortress.” We currently read “Martin Luther, a man who changed the world.” It’s a great book but the resources in the giveaway are also great as well! So thank you for doing this. It’s so important to be teaching our kids about such God Fearing people and the impact they made on Christianity!

    Reply
  107. Hallie says

    October 23, 2017 at 7:47 am

    I studied in Wittenberg one summer, but that was well before I could appreciate the significance of the history there. I hope to educate my children and even our kids at church about this important time in the history of the church. Thanks for sharing these great resources!

    Reply
  108. Margit says

    October 23, 2017 at 7:57 am

    When Lightening Struck sounds like a great adventure story for a family read-aloud!
    Can’t wait!

    Reply
  109. Caroline Landon says

    October 23, 2017 at 8:46 am

    What a fun giveaway! There is very little available at my library for kids about the Reformation. Thanks for providing some great resources!

    Reply
  110. Debra says

    October 23, 2017 at 8:53 am

    We as a family have recently had our eyes open to God’s sovereignty. It has been thoroughly EXCITING to see God so big after years of commanding God to do what was right in our own eyes. This will be our first celebration seeing God for who He really is and we are really looking forward to celebrating His greatness and His Word for years to come with the children that are still home and as grandparents, with our 7 grandchildren!

    Reply
  111. Christa says

    October 23, 2017 at 9:00 am

    What a wonderful list of resources! Thank you!
    Christa Small

    Reply
  112. Audrey Stewart says

    October 23, 2017 at 10:25 am

    This is a great giveaway! All these books I would love to have.

    Reply
  113. Nancy S. says

    October 23, 2017 at 10:31 am

    My son and I have almost completed “When Lightning Struck” in preparation for a book club discussion at our church. We’d love to expand our study with more material, and share the book with someone else.

    Reply
  114. Heather Culver says

    October 23, 2017 at 11:27 am

    This is a wonderful resource thank you!

    Reply
  115. Denise W. says

    October 23, 2017 at 12:02 pm

    What an amazing giveaway!

    Reply
  116. mh says

    October 23, 2017 at 1:07 pm

    Resources for teaching about the Reformation to this age group are critical; a great addition ~

    Reply
  117. Anne Sanborn says

    October 23, 2017 at 2:34 pm

    I’m excited to study the reformation with my kids

    Reply
  118. Ruth says

    October 23, 2017 at 3:05 pm

    The Reformation is a fascinating subject and changed church history. These would be fantastic resources!

    Reply
  119. Mel Sue says

    October 23, 2017 at 4:41 pm

    Our timing of our history studies just happen to coincide with the life of Marin Luther in time for the big 500th year celebration!

    Reply
  120. Sara says

    October 23, 2017 at 4:53 pm

    I’m such a Lutheran geek! So excited about this giveaway as I’ve been looking for solid Biblical and historical resources for the kids.

    Reply
  121. Alene says

    October 23, 2017 at 5:43 pm

    I’m excited about When Lightening Struck to get my son excited about the true gospel reformation.

    Reply
  122. Shannon Alexander says

    October 23, 2017 at 6:12 pm

    I’m excited about it because I love history.

    Reply
  123. Laura says

    October 23, 2017 at 6:41 pm

    I’ve been drooling over these items for a while and would love to bring some meaning to Oct 31st

    Reply
  124. Kim K says

    October 23, 2017 at 7:51 pm

    I think that my kids and I would really enjoy reading “When Lightning Struck”. Sounds fascinating!

    Reply
  125. Amanda says

    October 23, 2017 at 8:35 pm

    What an amazing giveaway. We are also Lutheran so this is extra special!

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

photo credit: @billdjohnson

Welcome to Thinking Kids!

My name is Danika Cooley, and I’m glad you’re here. This site exists to help equip you to teach your kids the Bible and Christian history. I’m an author, a homeschool mom, and a curriculum developer. Pull up a chair and stay awhile.

Get Gifts & Exclusive Offers

Love the Bible for Kids | A resource you'll love!
Bible Road Trip™ Year One Curriculum
Bible Study Tools for Kids | FREE Bible Study Resources for Your Family
Who What Why Reformation Free Printable Lapbooks

Popular Posts

4 Reasons for Daily Bible Reading with Your Family

4 Reasons for Daily Bible Reading with Your Family

Armor of God Crafts and Activities for Kids

Armor of God Crafts & Activities Kids Adore

The Armor of God Bible Study and Lapbook

The Armor of God Bible Study and Lapbook

Bible Verses about the Armor of God for Kids: Bible Memory Verse Cards

Bible Verses about the Armor of God for Kids: Bible Memory Verse Cards

Copyright 2010-2019 Danika Cooley.

About page images © Pam Koch 2015. Headshot © Bill D. Johnson 2015.
807 shares