Big Thoughts For Little Thinkers: The Trinity [Hardcover]

Joey Allen (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 30, 2005 | Age Range: 4 and up | Series: Big Thoughts for Little Thinkers

The most foundational teachings of the Christian faith are presented in the Big Thoughts for Little Thinkers series at a level preschool and elementary children can understand. In simple and precise language, God-centered theology is promoted, giving children a firm foundation in God?s timeless truth.

The Trinity promotes the Christian doctrine that there is one God who exists as three persons- the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. This teaching is important for children to relate rightly to each member of the godhead. Our ideas about God affect every area of our lives.

32 PAGES 5 1/4 X 5 1/4 Hardcover Full-color Interior Ages 4-8

Joey Allen is a missionary and artist who desires to see people all over the world worship God for who He truly is. Joey has traveled to Bangladesh, China, India, the Philippines, and Russia to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ. Joey and his wife Christy currently reside in Dallas, Texas.

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About the Author

Joey Allen earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Georgia and was awarded the Cliff Chandler Graphic Design Scholarship. Joey and his wife Christy currently reside in Dallas, Texas.

Product Details

• Age Range: 4 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: New Leaf Press (AR) (April 30, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 089221614X
• ISBN-13: 978-0892216147
• Product Dimensions: 0.4 x 5.9 x 5.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #219,803 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic easter gift March 8, 2010

By Candice D. Hopper-owrey

Format:Hardcover

Looking for an Easter gift for your preschooler that delivers a message about Jesus instead of the Easter Bunny? I found these little books a few months ago but waited to review them until closer to Easter. They are the most unique christian books for little one's that I've come across.

Have you guys heard about the wonderful little series called Big Thoughts for Little Thinkers? This series teaches little children ages four to eight about the Bible. It isn't just Bible stories but fundamental teachings that preschoolers can understand. No kidding, I think I learned a few things! The illustrations are a big hit with little kids. I like that each page is based on scripture but reworded in a way that kids understand and are intrigued by. I do think that elementary age children may like these books a bit more than preschoolers because some of this is some pretty heavy stuff. What I like to do and recommend you do as well is introduce one page at a time, rather than try to read the entire book. I will say that there are parts that bother my little girl. It reads: "Everyone in the world has the same problem: we are all separated from God and deserve to die because of our sin." This might be a little heavy for three year olds.

The Trinity book explains to children that there is one God in three persons-Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. I have to say that the Trinity is a hard concept to understand even as an adult. This book explains, "There is only one God, but God is three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. They are all different from each other, but each one is God. This is called the Trinity."

The Scripture teaches children that the word of God is true. It helps little ones to understand that the Bibl comes from a heavenly source, that Christ is the center, and that the Holy Spirit is needed to properly interpret the Bible. It helps children to know that God speaks to them through the Bible. It helps children to understand the difference between the Old Testament and New Testament. This is my favorite of the little books.

The Mission is about sharing Jesus with other people. A favorite part of the book is "so many people need Jesus but there are not many messengers. God wants to use you to tell other people about Jesus and invite them to the party in heaven. You can be one of God's messengers! Isn't it fun to help your mom bake a cake or help your dad fix the car? You can help God tell people the good news about Jesus." The book goes on to tell little ones how to be part of the mission such as using talents to show people how great God is, get kids to tell their friends about Jesus, pray for those who haven't heard of Jesus, learning about missionaries, and so on. It's a great book to introduce mission work to little ones.

The Gospel is about salvation. Gracie talks directly to your child throughout the book and addresses fundamentals about God's unending love, how our sins separate us from God and how Jesus took the punishment for our sins so we can be reconciled with God.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Good book, but didn't give the clearest picture of the 3 in one concept. February 24, 2009

By Jana Taylor VINE™ VOICE

Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase

If you want a children's book that really gives a great explanation of the Trinity you should try "3 in 1: A Picture of God". It explains the Trinity using the example of an Apple.

I bought this book and the 3 and 1 book to use for a Sunday School class, and I will probably not use this book and focus on the other one.

That being said, this book is good for an introduction for really little kids, maybe 3-5 year olds, but much over that and I think they would lose interest. So I give it 4 stars because it is a good book, but I know there is at least one out there that is better, and that one will get my 5 stars!

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Everyone should own a complete set! May 6, 2005

By Not what you'd expect

Format:Hardcover

These books are great! The illustrations are amazing and the characters will capture your heart while teaching children the truths about God.

Joey has captured the innocence and energy that make children so special. Adults will be reminded of the faith and trust of children that we should all have when it comes to trusting God.

These books make a perfect gift for any child or a unique baby shower gift for those who are expecting. Joey has not only presented the truth of God in easy to understand books, but his illustrations really come to life. I love them all!

Be sure to read the Forward and A Word to Parents in this book. It is a great message to adults as well!