This boardbook tells the story of Jesus's entry into Jerusalem, the Lord's Supper, and the crucifixion and resurrection. Illustrations show Jesus as a friend to children while the story, based on the Gospels, simply and gently explains Jesus' death as the means of salvation for mankind.
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Patricia A. Pingry has written dozens of children's books and edited hundreds more. Among her best-known titles are the previous edition of this book and its companion, The Story of Christmas. Together thee two titles have sold more than 2 million copies.
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87 of 87 people found the following review helpful
By S. Warren
Format:Paperback
We bought this book for our two year old to understand and introduce the story of Easter and why we, as Christians, celebrate Easter. I originally thought I wanted "The Story of Easter" by the same author, but after reading the content in that book, I found it really wishy washy and fluffy - with statements like "this is why we go to church on Easter" and explaining why there are crosses on tops of churches and how spring is when we celebrate new life - without really getting around to new life in Christ (which I recognize is a big leap for the preschool set, but it seemed like the obvious next sentence, but it didn't appear and the page just fell flat). . . Relevant information, sure, but we go to church every week, not just on Easter and a lot of the content just seemed like filler, without getting into the Easter story.
THIS book, on the other hand, was just what I was looking for. In about one sentence per page (perfect for short attention spans) it talks about where Jesus lived, some of the miracles he did, how he chose 12 apostles and told him that he would die for their sins, how they didn't understand, that Jesus died (no scary images of the crucifixion, just Jesus walking up a hill with a cross) and they were sad, but that on the third day he rose again as he said he would and finishes up with how Jesus is alive today and if we believe in him, we will live with him too, basically.
This book is going in my son's Easter basket and I see him being interested in this particular book for the next two Easter's at least (and for future little ones in the future!).... Read more ›
THIS book, on the other hand, was just what I was looking for. In about one sentence per page (perfect for short attention spans) it talks about where Jesus lived, some of the miracles he did, how he chose 12 apostles and told him that he would die for their sins, how they didn't understand, that Jesus died (no scary images of the crucifixion, just Jesus walking up a hill with a cross) and they were sad, but that on the third day he rose again as he said he would and finishes up with how Jesus is alive today and if we believe in him, we will live with him too, basically.
This book is going in my son's Easter basket and I see him being interested in this particular book for the next two Easter's at least (and for future little ones in the future!).... Read more ›
22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
By Rachel Himes
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I ordered this book to explain Easter to my 3 year old daughter. I felt that the content was very appropriate to the age. There was nothing graphic here to scare small children. For example, there is a picture of Jesus walking with the cross on his back, but no crucifixion scene.
The story gives a brief synopsis of who Jesus was and what He did as far as miracles and healings so the kids have a point of reference about the character in the story.
The amount of printed words on each page was very apprpriate for the age. My daughter wasn't anxious to get to the next page.
The artwork is beautiful. This book is very lavishly illustrated in full scale artwork, not just line drawings.
I would have liked to see a little more information given for 4+ year olds, but the reader can expound upon the story easily and add information as it is relevant. Overall, I was happy that my daughter developed a strong grasp of who Jesus is and started to recognize Him in other books and relate Him to dying eggs and hunting them.
I would highly recommend this for parents of young children.
The story gives a brief synopsis of who Jesus was and what He did as far as miracles and healings so the kids have a point of reference about the character in the story.
The amount of printed words on each page was very apprpriate for the age. My daughter wasn't anxious to get to the next page.
The artwork is beautiful. This book is very lavishly illustrated in full scale artwork, not just line drawings.
I would have liked to see a little more information given for 4+ year olds, but the reader can expound upon the story easily and add information as it is relevant. Overall, I was happy that my daughter developed a strong grasp of who Jesus is and started to recognize Him in other books and relate Him to dying eggs and hunting them.
I would highly recommend this for parents of young children.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Bugs Mama
Format:Paperback
This version of the Easter story is the best one I have read for the toddler/preschool age (2-4). Some are either too graphic and scary, meant for an older audience. Or they go the other way and are so soft that you can't really even tell what the story is about. You have to acknowledge the fact that Jesus died to understand the joy in his coming back. I have another version that refuses to use the word die and it makes it very hard to tell the story that way. This is beautiful, simple and on track.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Board book
Easter is such a big cultural event that it can be a challenge for Christian parents to orient their kids to the holiday’s Christian meaning. This board book presents the events from Jesus’ Passion, Death and Resurrection at a preschooler’s level, showing that Jesus died and rose from the grave to save us and give us life.
A significant omission is any mention of human sinfulness, the reason humanity needs to be saved. And although the story is presented accurately, it isn’t all that exciting. Jesus’ death and resurrection to save us from sin is the core of Christianity; it’s the most momentous event in the history of the universe. You might expect even a preschooler’s book to convey some of the drama, suspense, and surprise the first disciples experienced. Some parents may prefer to read the same story from a good picture Bible instead.
All that said, however, it does present the Easter story events clearly, and could make a good supplement for hands-on activities such as salt dough Easter tombs or Resurrection Cookies.
A significant omission is any mention of human sinfulness, the reason humanity needs to be saved. And although the story is presented accurately, it isn’t all that exciting. Jesus’ death and resurrection to save us from sin is the core of Christianity; it’s the most momentous event in the history of the universe. You might expect even a preschooler’s book to convey some of the drama, suspense, and surprise the first disciples experienced. Some parents may prefer to read the same story from a good picture Bible instead.
All that said, however, it does present the Easter story events clearly, and could make a good supplement for hands-on activities such as salt dough Easter tombs or Resurrection Cookies.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Kris10
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is a great little Easter book. It is the story of Jesus & not scary & denomination-neutral. It sticks to the Bible story & has gorgeous (& not scary) pictures. I highly recommend this book!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By J. L. Turner
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
We bought this book for our 4 month old daughter's Easter basket. It tells the story of Easter in a very basic childlike manner. If your looking for deep theological accuracy and ideology use your own bible, because that's not the purpose of this book. A very nice way to introduce young ones to the real reason we celebrate Easter. Very nice illustrations and a short story line to keep little ones engaged.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Kid Wrangler
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
A very nice way to explain the Easter story to children. My 4 year old daughter understood everything and asked to hear it again.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
3.0 out of 5 stars
good summary of Easter story
It is hard to summarize the Easter story, especially for children, but Patricia did a decent job. I feel like some of her other books did a better job summarizing other scripture... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mindy Andrew
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great for 2 yr olds.
Great, simple introduction for kids too young for the Beginner's Bible. Gets the basics across without any scary words or imagery.
Published 1 month ago by lwin
5.0 out of 5 stars
perfect wording
i bought a few easter books for kids but this one is the best, the wording is not harsh but gets the point across and the pictures are cute.
Published 1 month ago by catherine
5.0 out of 5 stars
clear Christian message
the traditional Christian message that is easier for young ones to understand. Our kids read it over and over.
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Published 1 month ago by nancy hawking
5.0 out of 5 stars
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Before purchasing this book for my 2 kindergarten grand daughters, I read previous reviews, found them to be positive so purchased the book based on them. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mary E. Carr
4.0 out of 5 stars
The Easter Story
The Easter Story was truth filled and entertaining. I gave it to my 20-month-old grand daughter. It was a little over her head with too many words for her, but it would be... Read more
Published 2 months ago by P. Starnes
5.0 out of 5 stars
Cute and perfect
An Easter basket stuffer and will work great. I wanted to read this to my son for Easter and think it's just perfect for the job!
Published 2 months ago by Caity
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love the Lilies
The four year olds I teach relate to this simple telling of the story and know enough of the story that they fill in any additional details that are important to them at their age. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Rebecca, art teacher
5.0 out of 5 stars
thanks
this is a very nice book for my sunday school class they enjoyed hearing the story and looking at the pictures
Published 3 months ago by suzanne
3.0 out of 5 stars
book
This book was a little of what I wanted but left out the details of the the story I still think my child liked it.
Published 3 months ago by AZ
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