The Prisoners, the Earthquake, and the Midnight Song
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Bible storybook that teaches young children about Jesus' ongoing power to save and how they can tell their friends about Jesus.
Bob Hartman Books
October 12, 1955
Bob Hartman's Rhyming Bible
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Popular children's storyteller Bob Hartman re-tells the Bible - in rhyme!
The Play-Along Bible
- 112 pages
- 4 hours of reading
A fresh, multisensory approach to engage in the retelling of 50 Bible stories
Bible Stories Through the Year
Lectionary Readings for Year A, Retold for Maximum Effect
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Featuring engaging retellings of Bible stories for each week of Year A, this resource by Bob Hartman offers a fresh and accessible approach to scripture. Hartman's storytelling captivates audiences, making it an excellent tool for educators and families looking to explore biblical narratives together. The book emphasizes the importance of storytelling in conveying spiritual lessons, making it a valuable addition to any religious curriculum or personal study.
The Prisoners, the Earthquake and the Midnight Song Board Book
A True Story about How God Uses People to Save People
The story explores the journey of the Philippian jailer as he encounters Jesus, making it accessible and engaging for toddlers. Through simple language and illustrations, this board book introduces young readers to themes of faith and redemption in a way that resonates with their understanding. It aims to foster early spiritual awareness and connection to biblical stories.
The Littlest Camel and Other Christmas Stories
- 66 pages
- 3 hours of reading
Featuring a selection of seasonal folk tales from around the globe, this collection showcases the storytelling prowess of Bob Hartman. Derived from the popular The Lion Storyteller Christmas Book, it includes over seven engaging narratives. The book is visually appealing, with a series-style cover and charming line illustrations that enhance the storytelling experience, making it perfect for readers who appreciate traditional tales.
The story follows Little Wolf, who is fed up with his mother's repetitive cooking and dreams of a more exciting meal—Boy. In a bid to spice up his dinner, he calls out for a boy, but when a real one appears, chaos ensues. This humorous tale weaves in a classic moral, echoing the lesson learned by the boy who cried "Wolf!" as Little Wolf navigates the consequences of his actions.
Catch and hold the attention of your listeners as you tell great stories from the Bible.
The Busy Builders
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
T wo busy builders have been hard at work building their homes, but when the storms come, will their houses stay standing or will they fall into a pile of rubble?The Busy Builders is a fun retelling in rhyme of a classic Bible parable for kids, showing the importance of following Jesus’ teachings, from award-winning author Bob Hartman.The story of the Wise and the Foolish Builders is vibrantly retold in this entertaining picture book for 3-5 year olds. With Bob Hartman’s beloved entertaining wit, The Busy Builders is the perfect way to introduce this classic Bible story to kids in a way that’s accessible and easily understood.Bright, quirky illustrations from Mark Beech bring this Bible story book to life, and kids will love joining in with the fun and memorable rhymes as they read along. The clear, simple text is ideal for young children just starting to read and for adults to read aloud.The Busy Builders is a picture book that children and parents alike will adore and is the perfect follow on from Bob Hartman’s Rhyming Bible. It is also a brilliant story time resource for KS1 teachers, Sunday School teachers and those involved in children’s ministry. Kids will learn about the parables in a memorable, engaging way, and gain a new understanding of why it is important to follow Jesus’ teachings.
Bob Hartman retells his favourite stories of Jesus... with his own inimitably subversive and good-hearted twist!