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The Explorer's Bible for Kids: Explore and Live God's Word (Nkjv)

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I began shopping for bibles for my young children and became dismayed at all the "kiddie" bible gimmicks, with poor and / or incomplete translations, etc. Although there is value in having a bible that feels right to a child, it is certainly error to place too much emphasis upon these things and not give enough emphasis where it belongs - upon the Word of God that alone has the power to heal, redeem and save.

I love these little bibles! The New King James text appears in its entirety, and many of the usual memory verses are highlighted. There are frequent "digging in" notes appearing at the bottom of the pages - just like an adult study bible, and these notes are both conservative and correct (as far as I have been able to discern).

This bible has frequent "call outs" on the pages. These will sometimes have headings in a different color of text and are used to summarize the life and character of major persons in the sacred text. For example, Naomi, Ruth's mother-in-law is discussed in one such call out. This call out teaches the meaning of Naomi's name ("pleasant") and why she wanted to be called "Mara" (bitter). The same call out discusses briefly Naomi's husband, sons and two daughters-in-law. Ruth has her own call out on the first page of the book of Ruth.

There are black-and-white photographs of interesting places and archaeological findings in the Holy Land. There are frequent, shaded, black-line drawings. These drawings are rendered more real -- not "cartoony." No ridiculous big noses and clown feet. The paper is similar to the paper in your telephone book, but a little heavier. It has no sheen and the type is large and easy to read.

This is a real bible, a complete bible, but very friendly to the young child. It has just enough in the way of pictures and colors to make it fun and approachable without being obnoxious.

This is an excellent product! I bought it for my 9 year old son and he loves it. He was ready to graduate from a "little kids" Bible to something a little more mature and this was the perfect choice. There is still plenty of extras that capture his attention and help him to understand what he is reading but gives him the feel of more of a "study Bible". He considers this Bible to be more grown up and loves reading it and taking it to church. Highly reommended!

My child loved this bible until it was misplaced. He read it all the time because of the fun facts in it. If your child likes to discover new things and is challenged in reading the Bible this may encourage them to read it more especially if they like to discover things. The fun facts in this Bible are written as if the Bible characters are speaking to the child encouraging a dialogue with the parent or guardian and certainly a closer more personal walk with God. My child was 7 when I bought it the first time and will be getting the replacement very soon.

It's too bad this Bible is out of print, it is one of the only kids Study like Bible that doesn't focus on relationships with the opposite sex or same sex. It focus's on THE BIBLE. I have purchased 1 brand new and the other one used. I love the highlights that help kids to focus on certain passages, explanations of history and pictures that show what it may have looked like at that time. Great for a beginner or one who knows the Bible well.

Since receiving this Bible my family has been reading it nearly every night. It not only has the typical Biblical verses but added information on many pages which promote discussion and additional thought.

My 8 year old son loves his new Bible. It's a great one for kids. I also love that it is a hardcover so he can take it to school with him and it doesn't get destroyed.

I have this Bible for my 8 & 12 year olds. It is great in that it has the full NKJV text, but also digs deeper for the kids. My children love it and can navigate through it well. I would recommend this Bible to anyone with a child that is reading the Word on their own.

My kids pray, study, and work together. Their ages are 4years in difference each and they feed off of eachothers insights. It was great to have a bible that simply appealed to their common love of God and their desire to learn from as well as teach eachother.