Monday, November 29, 2010

Review of ICB Big Red Children's Bible with 3D art

I was excited to get the ICB 'Big Red' Holy Bible for children with 3D art-" The translation children can read and understand". I had no prior experience with this version of the bible, and I have an 8-year-old son who I wanted a bible for that wasn't just bible stories, but a real bible. I was disappointed that the bible was not hard cover. It already has bends and creases just from me reading through it carefully. Especially with a bible meant for kids, I would have liked it more durable.

This bible contains some nice features. In the back following the old and new testaments are a dictionary that is quite extensive. Next is "Where do I find it?", which is an alphabetical listing of people and events and where to find them in the scriptures. "Memory Verses for My Life" is an assortment of about 21 verses focusing on things such as love, patience, worries, and kindness. Last are maps-Abraham's Journey, The Desert Wanderings, Jesus' Last Week in Jerusalem, and Palestine in Jesus' Life.

The illustrations in the bible are amazing-vivid, colorful, and eye-catching for kids. I found that I do like this ICB version for kids-it is written in a simple, easy to understand wording. I think the print is too small for a younger reader like my son, but I could see a 11-12 year old or older having no problem reading it. I look forward to reading this bible with my son for now, and his being able to read it independently within the next few years. I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their Booksneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.