A First Book of Jewish Bible Stories [Hardcover]

Julie Downing (Author), J. Downing (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 2002 | Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up

An entertaining and educational introduction to Jewish Bible stories. In this beautifully illustrated picture book, seven stories from the bible are retold for the very young. Children can follow the stories in pictures while an adult reads aloud, and each page provides opportunities for shared discussion. A First Book of Jewish Bible Stories is an entertaining and delightful introduction to the teachings of the Bible.

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About the Author

M. Hoffman has written over sixty books for children. Her keep observation brings vitality and humor to each of her stories. J. Downing has illustrated many picture and storybooks for children. She lives with her family in San Francisco.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Hardcover: 48 pages
• Publisher: DK CHILDREN; 1st edition (February 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0789485044
• ISBN-13: 978-0789485045
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 9.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #735,697 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book but not for bedtime reading, January 31, 2004

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zelnoandfrye (Zebulon, NC, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A First Book of Jewish Bible Stories (Hardcover)

This book is a beautiful book from an illustration perspective. However, it is not for bedtime reading with young children. The stories are quite detailed, and reading verbatim will take longer than anticipated. This book is best suited for the motivated child who reads well.

As well, the book is titled as a Jewish Bible story book. However, the table of contents lists the stories as being part of the Old Testament, a clearly Christian perspective.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Best I've found, but for kids in elementary school, December 3, 2008

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SJS (Chicago, IL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A First Book of Jewish Bible Stories (Hardcover)

The stories in this book are eloquently told. I agree with the reviewer who thought that some of the content to have a slightly christian slant on these biblical stories; but not to an extent that I (as a Jewish parent) found problematic. The stories are fairly long and detailed, and are unlikely to hold the attention of a child younger than 7.

8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally! A bible book for non-Christian children!, September 4, 2006

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Steve Benkin "OneSeeker" (Durham, NC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A First Book of Jewish Bible Stories (Hardcover)

As a monotheist but neither Jewish nor Muslim, it has been almost impossible for me to find Bible/Religious stories to read to my 6 year old daughter. 99% of the books are Christian based, and their interpration of their "Old Testament" is either foreign to non-Christians or they see everything as proof of the existance of their christ-god. Jewish books typically focus on Jewish Holidays and their Bible books aren't really made for young children. And I have been unable to find any Islamic books that cover these classic Bible stories.

So I was thrilled when I took a chance on this book. Great pictures, age appropriate words and the stories were wonderfully told.

My only disappointment is that there are only 6 or 7 stories - and I can find no other more in the series!

Don't be misled by the title. This is not just for Jewish children. This is HIGHLY recommended for anyone of any faith who wants to teach their children some of the classic stories from Hebrew Scripture.