5 Recommended Resources for Children

The importance of passing down the faith to the next generation is seen throughout sacred Scripture. God commands it in the old covenant (Deut. 6:7), reinforces it in the Psalms (Ps. 145:4), and reiterates it in the new covenant (Eph. 6:4). Such discipleship takes place formally and informally, in word and by example, corporately and individually. The following resources curated by the Ligonier editorial team can help Christians as they seek to nurture children in the faith.

The Priest with Dirty Clothes by R.C. Sproul

This beloved children’s book by R.C. Sproul teaches children about the concept of imputation by telling the story of a young priest who is invited to preach his first sermon before the king and his court, but he falls from his horse and becomes hopelessly muddy, needing powerful help if he is to stand before the king.

Growing in God’s Word by Ligonier Ministries

This children’s curriculum for grades K–5 provides an overview of the Bible in 52 lessons suitable for churches, schools, and families. Each lesson contains Bible teaching, activities, memory verses, catechism options, and coloring sheets. Level One serves grades K–1, Level Two serves grades 2–3, and Level Three serves grades 4–5.

The Big Book of Questions and Answers by Sinclair B. Ferguson

This family devotional guide contains activities, prayers, and Bible references to help parents guide their children in the faith. Each question is followed by an answer, a story, and a memory verse, and suggestions for discussion are included to help engage children in a deeper understanding of Scripture.

Bible History ABCs by Stephen J. Nichols

This book for children ages 2–7 follows the timeline of the Bible from A to Z, helping children to understand an overview of Scripture’s storyline from beginning to end. Each letter includes Scripture passages, descriptions, classical fine art, and illustrations.

Sammy and His Shepherd by Susan Hunt

This book takes children on a journey through Psalm 23 from the point of view of a sheep named Sammy. Each chapter explores a different section of this beloved psalm, helping children to more clearly understand the subject of the psalm: the Good Shepherd, Jesus Christ.