Treasury of Bible Stories

The timeless tales from the early books of the Bible have captivated generations. In this lush storybook, the fresh voice of lyrical storyteller Donna Jo Napoli and the lavish artwork of Christina Balit bring classic stories to life for a young, modern audience.Noahs Ark, Moses, David and Goliath, the ten plagues, Daniel and the lions den, Jonah and the giant fish, and many more of the Bibles most powerful stories27 in allare compellingly retold in this beautifully illustrated treasury. Readers will be fascinated by the ancient people and events they encounter, surprised by some of the lesser known accounts revealed, and inspired by the lessons these tales impart. Stories cover important ground beyond religion, such as culture, history, and geography, and they touch on issues that remain relevant todayfaith, loyalty, kindness, violence, generosity, greed, jealousy, and more. These accessible, readible stories give kids a rich picture of biblical times, which encourages them to think about our role in the world and to learn more.Napolis magicial storytelling is sure to ignite childrens imaginations. Along with Balits stunning art, this is a book kids will want to explore again and againa classic that families can read aloud together.Donna Jo Napoli