Here at Thinking Kids, I’m committed to writing about the Bible, theology, and Christian history for your kids. You’ll find links here to all my reviews and resource lists, divided into subjects, for 8-12 year olds. I hope these are helpful for you as you seek to raise up your young people.
~ Danika Cooley
Christian History
The Absolutely Enormous List of Christian History Books {By Grade and Time Period}
History Lives Series by Mindy and Brandon Withrow (Christian Focus Publications)
John Knox by Simonetta Carr (Reformation Heritage Books, 2014)
John Knox: The Sharpened Sword by Catherine Mackenzie (Christian Focus Publications, 2012)
Michael Faraday: Spiritual Dynamo by Derick Bingham (Christian Focus Publications, 2010)
Fanny Crosby: The Blind Girl’s Song by Lucille Travis (Christian Focus Publications, 2013)
Hannah More: The Woman Who Wouldn’t Stop Writing by Sarah Allen (Christian Focus Publications, 2014)
With Two Hands: Stories of God at Work in Ethiopia by Rebecca Davis (CF4K, 2010)
Lights in a Dark Place: True Stories of God at Work in Colombia by Rebecca Davis (CF4K, 2014)
Living Water in the Desert: True Stories of God at Work in Iran by Rebecca Davis (CF4K, 2015)
Titanic, the Ship of Dreams: John Harper by Robert Plant (CF4K, 2011) Eric Liddell: Finish the Race by John W. Keddie (CF4K, 2012) Frances Ridley Havergal: The Girl Who Loved Mountains by Lucille Travis (CF4K, 2014)At the Mercy of Kings: Mary of Orange by Linda Finlayson (CF4K, 2012)
John Stott: The Humble Leader by Julia Cameron (CF4K, 2012)
John Newton: A Slave Set Free by Irene Howat (CF4K, 2014) Robert Moffat: Africa’s Brave Heart by Irene Howat (CF4K, 2014) Augustine: The Truth Seeker by K.C. Murdarasi (CF4K, 2014) Guarding the Treasure: How God’s People Preserve God’s Word by Linda Finlayson (CF4K, 2012) Wielding the Sword: Preachers and Teachers of God’s Word by Linda Finlayson (CF4K, 2014) Brother Andrew: Behind the Lines by Nancy Drummond (CF4K, 2014) Anselm of Canterbury by Simonetta Carr (Reformation Heritage Books, 2013) Nate Saint: Operation Auca by Nancy Drummand (Christian Focus Publications, 2012) True Heroes ~ A List of Several Great Narrative Christian Heroes Series Four Reasons to Teach Christian History ~ Book Suggestions Hammer of the Huguenots by Douglas Bond (P&R, 2015)Marie Durand by Simonetta Carr (Reformation Heritage Books, 2015)
The Hiding Place ~ Young Reader’s Version by Corrie Ten Boom (Chosen Books, 2015)
John Welch: The Man Who Couldn’t Be Stopped by Ethel Barrett (Christian Focus 4 Kids, 2004)
Trailblazers Boxed Sets (CF4K)
Patrick of Ireland: The Boy Who Forgave by KC Murdarasi (CF4K, 2016)
Prayer
40 Days 40 Bites: A Family Guide to Pray for the World by Trudi Parkes (CF4K, 2014)
Family Time: 82 Devotional Lessons and Simple Prayers by Andrew Brannigan (CF4K, 2015)
Bible
When God Says It – He Does It by Carine MacKenzie (CF4K, 2014)
Great Kings of the Bible: How Jesus is greater than Saul, David and Solomon (CF4K, 2014)
Family Time: 82 Devotional Life Lessons and Simple Prayers by Andrew Brannigan (CF4K, 2015)
The Christmas Story: The Bible Version by Carine Mackenzie (CF4K, 2014)
The Easter Story: The Bible Version by Carine Mackenzie (CF4K, 2015)
The Bible is God’s Word: The Evidence by Catherine Mackenzie (CF4K, 2015)
Children’s Stories by JC Ryle (CF4K, 2015)
How to be a Bible Beauty by Catherine Mackenzie (CF4K, 2015)
Tough Questions About the Bible by Joel R. Beeke (Christian Focus Publications, 2013)
The Lighted Way by Cousin Bessie (Grace and Truth Books)
Summer Theology for Kids Ages 2-18!
The Ology by Marty Machowski (New Growth Press, 2015)
God’s Servant Job by Douglas Bond (P&R Publishing, 2015)
The King Without a Shadow by RC Sproul (P&R Publishing, 1996/2012)
God’s Gospel by Jill Nelson (P&R, 2015)
Bible Activity
Colour the Psalms by Carine MacKenzie (CF4K, 2014)
Bible Heroes Coloring Books by Carine Mackenzie (CF4K, 2014)
Children’s Bible Learning Cards
Creation Science
The Electrifying Nervous System by Dr. Lainna Callentine (Master Books, 2014)
44 Animals of the Bible by Nancy Pelander Johnson (Master Books, 2014)
The Flood of Noah by Bodie Hodges & Laura Welch (Master Books, 2014)
Giants: Legends & Lore of Goliaths by Charles Martin Jr. (Master Books, 2015)
Bugs: Big and Small God Made Them All by Will Zinke (Master Books, 2014)
The New Astronomy Book by Danny R. Faulkner (Master Books, 2014)
The Mineral Book by David McQueen (Master Books, 2014)
Growing Up God’s Way for Girls (EP Books, 2013)
Growing Up God’s Way for Boys (EP Books, 2013)
Jonathan Park Audiobooks by Pat Roy (Creation Works LLC)
Explore Dinosaur National Monument with Noah Justice (Master Books, 2015)
Awesome Science DVDs with Noah Justice (Master Books)
Christian Fiction
Jungle Doctor and the Whirlwind Audiobook (CF4K, 2012)
Concord Cunningham, Scripture Sleuth by Mat Halverson (Focus Publishing, Inc)
My Life As… The Incredible Worlds of Wally McDoogle Series by Bill Myers (Thomas Nelson)
Read & Play Kits ~ Hands-On Learning Suggestions
Christian History Read & Play Kits
Creation Science Read & Play Kits
Curriculum
Bible Road Trip ~ A Three Year Bible Survey for Preschool to High School (Thinking Kids Press)
Exploring Creation Science Elementary Science by Jeanie Fulbright (Apologia)
The Electrifying Nervous System by Dr. Lainna Callentine (Master Books, 2014)
Studies in World History by Dr. James P. Stobaugh (Master Books)
Intro to Archaeology & Geology by David Down and Dr. John D. Morris (Master Books)
The New Astronomy Book by Danny R. Faulkner (Master Books)
Tapestry of Grace (Lampstand Press)
All Through the Ages: History Through Literature Guide by Christine Miller (2001)
It’s Not Greek to Me by Todd Friel (Master Books)
Our 2013-2014 Curriculum for 4th and 5th Grade
Our 2014-2015 Curriculum for Preschool, 5th and 6th Grade
Character Quality Language Arts
Resource Lists
Bible Road Trip Upper Grammar Resource List (Grades 4-6)
Koine Greek Language Resources for Your Family
Seven Ways to Teach Worldview ~ Book Suggestions
Christian History ~ The Apostolic and Early Church Ages ~ c.30-325 AD ~ Resource List
Christian History ~ The Nicene Age ~ 325-600 AD ~ Resource List
Christian History ~ The Dark Age ~ 600-950 AD ~ Resource List
Christian History ~ The Medieval Age ~ 950-1350 AD ~ Resource List
Christian History ~ The Reformation Age ~ 1350-1648 AD ~ Resource List
Christian History ~ The Rational Age ~ 1648-1790 AD ~ Resource List
Christian History ~ The Revival & Missions Age ~ 1790-1914 AD ~ Resource List
Christian History ~ The Postmodern Age ~ 1914 AD – Present~ Resource List
The Absolutely Enormous List of Christian History Books {By Grade and Time Period}
Fabulous Christian Children’s Magazines
Thinking Kids Book Review Indexes
Thinking Kids Pinterest Book Boards
- Christian Books for Preschoolers
- Christian Books for 4-7 Year Olds
- Christian Books for the Middle Grades
- Christian Books for Middle School
- Christian Books for High School
- Christian Books for Kids’ Devotions
- Christian Books about Parenting
Painting: The Boyhood of Lincoln – Evening in the Log Hut, 1868, Eastman Johnson (1824-1906), Public Domain
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Wow! This is such a great list of Christian History books. I especially love reading about the Reformation. Thank You!