Bob Hartman's Rhyming Bible

Name: Bob Hartman's Rhyming Bible
Brand: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
SKU: 9780281077946
Price: 35.99 NZD
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By Bob Hartman

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Summary

Bob Hartman's Rhyming Bible by Bob Hartman presents beloved Bible stories in a lively and engaging rhyme format. This collection brings to life various tales from both the Old and New Testaments, making them accessible and enjoyable for young readers. Through the use of rhyme and rhythm, the book aims to entertain and educate children about significant biblical events and characters.
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Format: Hardback

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You might enjoy this children's book if you love engaging stories from the Bible told in playful rhymes. It's perfect for young readers who enjoy rhythmic storytelling and offers a delightful way for children to connect with spiritual lessons. Each tale is crafted to bring ancient stories to life with entertaining and memorable verses.

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Bestselling children's book storyteller Bob Hartman re-tells the Bible in rhyme. Filled with joyful rhymes, these 41 rhyming stories from the old and new testaments will delight children and adults alike.

Description

Internationally acclaimed storyteller and best-selling children's author Bob Hartman re-tells classic Bible stories in rhyme. Featuring popular tales from the Old and New Testaments, this is an ideal book for a parent to read with a child or for use in any storytelling setting with young children.

Bob Hartman's fresh take on these well-loved stories is a joy to read aloud with any child. They also lend themselves to be used in any storytelling setting with children, such as toddler groups or all-age services.

Bob Hartman's Rhyming Bible brings these timeless stories to life for a new generation.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Bob Hartman's Rhyming Bible has been praised for presenting Bible stories in an engaging and exciting way, making it a favourite for bedtime reading. The rhyming style captures children’s attention and adds an element of fun, while retellings are noted for their humour and dramatic flair.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780281077946

Publisher: SPCK Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 21 March 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: SPCK Publishing

Contributors:

Illustrated by Mark Beech
Contributions by Mandy Norman

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 215.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 591g

Pages: 128

Collections

Bob Hartman Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational

About the Author

Bob Hartman has an international reputation as a storyteller and writer. He has entertained audiences on both sides of the Atlantic, including performances at the Edinburgh International Book Festival and Northern Children's Book Festival. His many titles for children include The Lion Storyteller Bible, which has sold over 140,000 copies in the UK since its first publication in 1995. It has been translated into over 11 languages and spawned a number of spin-off titles. Born in the USA, Bob now lives in Wiltshire.

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