If you are looking for some good Christian books to share with your children this Valentine's Day, consider the below list. Each book is designed to highlight “Christian love.” The love that God demonstrated towards us when He sent His son Jesus.
Valentine's Day Books for Children Birth through Preschool
I Love U by God by Maris Stella, Kyla Christie, and Maria Martha Parman - Stepping into a child's world, the author tries to explain the unconditional greatness of God's love with concrete examples that showcase the wonder and sensory appeal of his physical creation. Glow in the dark image, pop-ups.
An "I Love You" Prayer by Amy Parker and Frank Endersby - Simple, yet sweet rhymes teach event the smallest members of the family about love and thanking God for those that love us.
My Valentine for Jesus by Laurie Lazzaro Knowlton is a board book that will help parents of children ages 2-5 share the meaning of love. The rhyming text and delightful illustrations tell the story of a child’s love for his family―and his special love for Jesus.
Valentine Day Books for Children Ages 6 and up
The Garden Wall: A Story of Love Based on 1 Corinthians 13 by Jennie Bishop and Jeff Stoddard - In the story two friends decide to plant a garden and build a wall to protect it. As they build the garden and wall, they realize that task is not as easy as they think. Sometimes they don't get along, and the work is even harder then they imagined. Should they just give up? Will the flowers ever bloom? Can their friendship last when disaster strikes the garden? The answers lie within the friends and within The Garden Wall. When disagreements between Petra and Seth arise, they are reminded of the biblical definition of love.
Mom, How Much Does God Love Me? by Wanda E. Binion - In the simplicity of a bedtime story, a child asks a very important question, Mom, How Much Does God Love Me? Author Wanda E. Binion uses biblical truths, supported by Scripture, to provide the answer. The author gently speaks to the hearts of children. However, both children and adults will delight as they turn the pages of this book to experience the great love that God has for each individual whom he has created.
God Gave Us Love – by Lisa T. Bergren Little Cub and Grampa Bear’s fishing adventure is interrupted by mischievous otters, the young polar bear begins to question why we must love others… even the seemingly unlovable. In answering her questions, Grampa Bear gives tender explanations that teach Little Cub about the different kinds of love that is shared between families, friends, and mamas and papas. Grampa explains that all these kinds of love come from God and that it is important to love others because…
“Any time we show love, Little Cub, we’re sharing a bit of his love.”
“Any time we show love, Little Cub, we’re sharing a bit of his love.”
What is Love by Corine Hyman is a delightful children's educational, faith-based pictorial book that introduces children to the concept of love as well as the knowledge of Bible verses. Twin sisters have just finished a Bible lesson taught by their parent on the topic of love. The sisters invite readers to share their understanding of love pertaining to their Bible lesson as they compare it to their everyday life. Follow along and view a picture of their experiences and Bible verses on each page
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