Overview
Kids have natural religious curiosities! Knowing where something comes from, like the origins of the Bible, matters. Learn all about the who, what, where, when and how of this very special book.
You might think the Bible is just a book like any other book, but it’s not. The Bible is the “Word of God.” That means people were inspired by God to write it. It’s a way for people to learn about God’s love for us. Where did the Bible come from? It’s a long story, one that begins thousands of years ago.
From where it was written to who wrote the various parts to what it was written on, author Amy Houts details everything you need to know about the Bible.
Topics include:
- What is the Bible?
- What material was used to write the Bible?
- Where was the Bible written?
- How many books are in the Bible?
- Who wrote the Bible?
- When did they decide what books to put in the Bible?
- How has the format of the Bible changed over time?
- Who translated the Bible into other languages?
- Why did they write the Bible?
- Where is the Bible today?
Author Bio
Amy Houts is the author of over 100 books for children featuring early learning concepts. She writes for both faith-based and mainstream publishers. Amy’s faith-based books include God’s Protection Covers Me (Beaming Books) and The Giant Book of Bible Fingerplays for Preschoolers (Group Publishing). Amy’s educational books include 60 retold tales for the series, Compass Children’s Classics, and 10 nonfiction science early readers for Highlights Press.
