Beautiful, richly coloured illustrations

Gift edition of My First Prayer Book for children. 32 pages. Hardcover. Size: 5 x 7.

Religion is suddenly perceived as high profile internationally (9/11, Israel-Palestine, London bombings). It arouses interest at the level of popular reading ("The Da Vinci Code"), critical diatribe (Dawkins), and educational controversy (Faith Schools). Against that background, there is a renewed interest in how schools can best equip boys and girls to be critically intelligent about beliefs and values. It is evident in continental Europe, in the US and in Asia. Throughout the world, Citizenship Education and Moral Education are receiving special attention, but in themselves they are incomplete, for they commonly overlook religion. This book argues the importance that public education should have as a priority not only that pupils become literate, numerate and sociate, but also 'religiate'. In this fascinating study, Professor Brian Gates sets out the grounds for the distinctive approach to Religious Education. He argues that this approach, central to which is a comprehensive network of local ecumenical councils, is a model worthy of global imitation. As part of the argument, Professor Gates examines four areas of complementary concern. The first is the logic of religion in education and the second concerns the process of religious development. Are there stages of understanding? What sense do children and young people have of God and transcendence, as of death and finitude? The third is the relationship between RE and Moral Education - their respective autonomies and mutual challenge. And the fourth is that of Collective Worship and its appropriateness or otherwise in public educational provision.

Snuggle up with your child and share the gift of God's love as you read this delightful collection of beautifully-illustrated stories frombestselling author Glenys Nellist celebrating Easter and the coming of spring. Spring is almost here--theseason of Hope, Joy, and Renewal!Filled with Glenys's signature rhymes and adorable animal illustrated by Cee Biscoe, Snuggle Time Easter Stories uses simple language to introduce even the youngest readers to the true meaning and hope of the first Easter, sharing Jesus is alive! This charming padded board book is the perfect gift to tuck in your little one's Easter basket, or their car seat when you take them on the go, and is also a wonderful bedtime or naptime read. Snuggle Time Easter Stories: Offers a charming Easter addition to the bestselling Snuggle Time series, impacting over 300,000 children and their families Delights children with inviting, playful animalillustrations of classic Bible stories by popular illustrator Cee Biscoe Features soothing rhymes that are perfect for bedtime snuggles with a padded cover that fits just right in little hands Teaches little ones age 0 to 4 about biblical truths in an accessible way Look for additional inspirational children's picture books and padded board books from Glenys: 'Twas the Morning of Easter 'Twas the Season of Advent 'Twas the Evening of Christmas Snuggle Time series Love Letters from God series Baptized in the Water

Having sold well over 250,000 copies, and inspired a wide-ranging series of publications including board books, big books and sticker books, My Very First Bible has become one of Lion Children's most popular Bibles. It is now available in a new mini edition. My Very First Bible includes twenty key stories, ten from the Old Testament and ten from the New. Each story is illustrated with characteristic paper collage illustrations - a style which has secured this Bible's popularity - and occupies 6 double page spreads, making the book easy to read in episodes to a very young child. The stories are told simply yet faithfully and with great respect for the original text. My Very First Prayers is also available in a matching mini edition.

A new edition of the wonderful story of Jesus' birth from Luke and Matthew's gospels retold faithfully for children aged 5-7 to enjoy. Throughout Advent to Epiphany share the stories of Mary, Joseph, the shepherds and the magi along with fascinating seasonal information about Christmas celebrations and traditions, and Advent and Christmas prayers. Carolyn Cox's lively and vibrant illustrations received widespread acclaim when they first appeared in The Lion Children's Bible and My Own Book of Bible Stories. These have been refreshed for a new generation of young readers, appearing warm and brighter than ever. Perfect to use for sharing with children or at bedtime throughout the Advent to Epiphany season.

Make the Bible come to life!

Give kids the big picture of God s story with this innovative, interactive Bible storybook. One hundred stories take readers on a journey through the Bible, and the digital pop-ups (accessed with a free "augmented reality" app) bring the art and story remarkably to life with both sound and 3-D imagery.