Kids’ Books about Jesus

Looking for great kids books about Jesus? These ten children’s books on Jesus and his life will help your family understand who Jesus really is!

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When my kids were young, I really wanted to spend time reading to them from quality resources that glorified God.

Finding great Christian books for kids became sort of a passion of mine, and sparked my desire to write for Christian families. I love putting together menus (if you will) of great Christian books for kids that your family can read together!

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Kids’ Books about Jesus

There are lots of kids’ Bible story books. But what about kids’ books about Jesus? They’re a little harder to find, but in the last few years, Christian Focus 4 Kids has put out some wonderful options!

I’ve put together a list of seven kids’ books about Jesus that I’m really excited about. You’ll want to check them out, then add them to your family’s library. Some of these books are really meaty, and are perfect for spending a few weeks reading together.

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Kids’ Books about Jesus to Add to Your Library

Who Were the Disciples? (Who What Why)What Was the Cross? (Who What Why)Why Did the Resurrection Happen? (Who What Why)30 Prophecies: One Story: How God’s Word Points to JesusMeet Jesus in Mark: His Gospel in 24 ReadingsFollow Jesus With Peter: His Letter in 25 ReadingsMark’s Marvellous Book: Learning about Jesus through the GospelJesus Rose From the Dead – the EvidenceMy First Book About Jesus (My First Books)Big Book Of Questions & Answers About Jesus

• Who Were the Disciples? by Danika Cooley ~ Meet the Ordinary Men Who Changed the World!
  

  Ever wondered what it was like to walk alongside Jesus? Dive into this exciting exploration of the twelve disciples – regular guys who became part of the greatest story ever told! With fun black-and-white illustrations throughout, you’ll discover how fishermen, tax collectors, and even a former terrorist became Jesus’ closest friends and changed history forever.

  Follow Peter as he walks on water (and sometimes sinks!), watch Matthew throw a huge party after leaving his tax booth behind, and see how Thomas went from doubting to believing. You’ll learn how John went from being called a “Son of Thunder” to becoming known as the apostle of love, and find out why Jesus chose Judas even though He knew what would happen.

  Each chapter brings these fascinating characters to life, showing how Jesus transformed ordinary people into extraordinary followers. You’ll see their mistakes, their victories, and their incredible courage as they spread the good news across the world – even when it meant facing danger.

  Perfect for young readers who love history, adventure, and discovering how God can use anyone for His amazing plans. Get ready to meet twelve remarkable men who prove that with Jesus, ordinary becomes extraordinary!

• What Was the Cross? by Danika Cooley ~ More than just a symbol – the Cross is the greatest story ever told!

  Discover the amazing story of the Cross in this special book from the Who, What, Why? series! With fun black-and-white illustrations and easy-to-understand explanations, young readers will explore one of the most important events in the Bible.

  Why did Jesus die on the Cross? What does it mean for us today? Author Danika Cooley takes kids on an exciting journey through time, starting in the Garden of Eden and following God’s incredible rescue plan all the way to Jesus. Along the way, readers will meet fascinating characters like Isaiah who told people about Jesus hundreds of years before He was born, John the Baptist who called Jesus “the Lamb of God,” and the disciples who followed Jesus everywhere.

  Just like pieces of a puzzle coming together, this book shows how God’s plan unfolds through history. Kids will love learning about the true meaning of the Cross through stories, examples they can understand, and friendly illustrations that bring each scene to life. Perfect for curious young minds, this book makes big ideas about faith easy to grasp and remember.

  Whether reading at home, in Sunday school, or during family devotions, children will discover why the Cross is more than just a symbol – it’s the greatest story of God’s love ever told!

• Why Did the Resurrection Happen? by Danika Cooley ~ Jesus’ Resurrection: History’s Most Important Morning

  This exciting book explores one of the most important events in history – when Jesus rose from the dead three days after dying on the cross. Written especially for kids ages 8-12, it explains why the resurrection happened and what it means for us today.

  You’ll learn about the Feast of Firstfruits in the Old Testament and how it pointed to Jesus’ resurrection. Follow along as women discover the empty tomb, disciples race to see for themselves, and over 500 people witness the risen Jesus! The book explains how Jesus appeared to his followers for 40 days, even eating meals with them, before ascending to heaven.

  But this isn’t just history – the book shows why Jesus’ resurrection matters for you. It explains how Jesus conquered death so that everyone who believes in him can have eternal life. You’ll discover what the “already-and-not-yet kingdom” means and learn about the amazing new Jerusalem that awaits believers.

  With engaging illustrations and clear explanations, this book helps kids understand this crucial part of the Christian faith in a way that’s both meaningful and exciting. Perfect for curious young minds who want to learn more about Jesus’ victory over death!

  • Read more about the Who What Why Christian History series here.

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• 30 Prophecies One Story by Paul Reynolds ~ This is such a neat book. At 93-pages, it’s not your typical picture book. Instead, it’s an oversized book with beautiful graphics that covers 30 Old Testament (and a few New Testament) prophecies fulfilled in the life of Jesus. Each prophecy is covered by a two-page (sometimes four-page) spread. I highly recommend this fabulous book for your family’s library. You could even use the book as a unit study for 6 weeks!
  Each spread covers:

• The prophecy made
• The prophet and date of the prophecy
• The reaction of the people hearing the prophecy
• The fulfillment of the prophecy
• How the prophecy fits into God’s great story of the gospel
• An application of the prophecy to your child
• A prayer for your family to offer after reflecting on God’s great story.
• Paul Reynolds is the author of 66 Books, One Story which is a resource used in Bible Road Trip™. You can read the Thinking Kids review here.

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• Meet Jesus in Mark by Matthew Sleeman ~Meet Jesus in Mark: His Gospel in 24 Readings is a great book for family worship time or for bedtime with young children (ages 4-8). The book is perfectly aligned with a schedule of a short two-page reading per sitting. While the reading time should be under 10 minutes a sitting, you’ll want to leave a few minutes for discussion with your children.
  • Read the Thinking Kids review here.

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• Follow Jesus with Peter by Matthew Sleeman ~ Another  great book from Sleeman, this volume covers 1 Peter a few verses at a time. Each two-page spread has an explanation of the story in narrative kids aged 4-8 can understand, a prayer, and vocabulary terms that are described for your children. The illustrations are engaging, and match the ones shown above for Meet Jesus in Mark. These two books make a great set!

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• Mark’s Marvellous Book by Alan Mann ~ Alan Mann’s 160-page Mark’s Marvellous Book is fabulous. It’s fun, each chapter is a readable bedtime or family worship section, it’s contemporary, and it’s true to the scripture covered. I highly recommend this resource for families with young kids, and as a gift for birthdays. It’s that great.
  • Read the Thinking Kids review here.

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• Jesus Rose from the Dead by Catherine MacKenzie ~ “If you were to go out into the street with a questionnaire to find out what people thought about truth you would get a variety of answers. Some people think that the truth doesn’t really matter. They think it’s all right for one person to believe one thing and another person to believe something entirely different. But the meaning of the word truth is important. Truth is the opposite to lies. Sadly many people today instead of believing the truth about Jesus Christ, actually believe the lies that are told about him. So what do you believe about Jesus Christ? Do you believe he rose from the dead? This book will help you find out the truth – and how this truth is not only amazing – it also makes sense!”
  • Read the Thinking Kids review of The Bible is God’s Word: The Evidence, a companion book.

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• My 1st Book about Jesus by Carine MacKenzie ~ “Children want to know about Jesus. They flocked to him in the past and they still do today. Little books like this will help them to understand the truth about Jesus, about who he is and what he has done for them. With key Bible verses as the focus this book shows Jesus throughout scripture. We see him as he was and is and will be. Encourage your children to make friends with the friend of sinners, the Saviour of the world and the Lord of Glory. As they soak in God’s word, pray that they will, with the power of the Holy Spirit, find a true and eternal relationship with Jesus Christ and that he will, truly be theirs.”
  • My 1st Book about Jesus is included in My 1st Books and More. You can read my review of that book here.

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• Big Book of Questions and Answers about Jesus by Sinclair B. Ferguson ~ “Following on from the success of the original Big Book of Questions and Answers, this book tackles the many questions that children have about Jesus, including: What was special about Jesus? Why did Jesus heal sick people? Why did Jesus have to die? How can I give my life to Jesus? An answer is given for each question, accompanied by a page of reading and a memory verse. To help the children take the message on board there are activities and suggestions for discussion. Prayers are also given to encourage them to bring every aspect of life to their Heavenly Father. An invaluable tool for introducing children to Jesus and helping them to get to know Him better, in an enjoyable and interactive way.” Also, check out Ferguson’s Big Book of Questions & Answers: A Family Devotional Guide to the Christian Faith.

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Whatever you choose, you’re bound to be pleased with these wonderful kids’ books about Jesus.

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Your kids can learn about the Bible, who God is and more with this fun daily devotional for kids. With 12-months of Bible verses calendar printable sheets, your family will concentrate on a monthly focus. There are six days of reading each week, each day with it’s own focus within the monthly theme.

Your 12-month Bible verse calendar has themed devotions focusing on:

• The Bible
• Love
• The Church
• Resurrection
• Jesus
• Prayer
• The Holy Spirit
• The Fruit of the Spirit
• Salvation
• Our Father
• Thanksgiving
• Advent

Want a sample calendar? Grab your free Christmas Advent calendar here.

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A Resource to Help Teach Kids About Life in the Womb

Wonderfully Made: God’s Story of Life from Conception to Birth

Your kids will love learning about life inside the womb with Wonderfully Made: God’s Story of Life from Conception to Birth, published by Christian Focus 4 Kids.

Wonderfully Made is a science- and Scripture-filled picture book for kids ages 5-11. The book is told from the perspective of a mother telling her child about his or her development in the womb week-by-week. In fact, Wonderfully Made is written to help parents meet the theological, scientific, and relational purposes of teaching kids about life in the womb.

You can also learn more about Wonderfully Made over at the book page.

Head over to the Thinking Kids Press store for your free Wonderfully Made posters, Bible memory verse cards, and lapbook!
They’re a great companion to the book Wonderfully Made, and the perfect way to teach your kids about life in the womb!

You can purchase Wonderfully Made now:

Autographed from Danika Cooley: Wonderfully Made: God’s story of life from conception to birth
Amazon: Wonderfully Made: God’s story of life from conception to birth
Amazon UK: Wonderfully Made: God’s Story of Life from Conception to Birth
Christian Book: Wonderfully Made: God’s story of life from conception to birth

Grab a Pregnancy Resource / Gift Bundle of 10 or 15 copies and save!

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