New Bible Story Series Aims to Connect Young Children and Grandparents
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
Authors Shira Greenspan and Rinat Gilboa have released "My First Tanakh Stories," a series of eight children's books designed to introduce biblical narratives to young kids and their grandparents. The books, available in multiple languages, feature engaging text, illustrations, and discussion prompts. While praised for loyalty to biblical texts and fostering intergenerational connection, the reviewer notes some potentially mature themes like death and murder may be unsuitable for the youngest audience. The series aims to connect families with Jewish heritage.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- "My First Tanakh Stories" is a new series of eight children's books by Shira Greenspan and Rinat Gilboa.
- The books are designed for children aged six months to six years, and their parents and grandparents.
- The series aims to introduce biblical stories and foster intergenerational discussion.
- The books are available in English, Hebrew, French, and Spanish.
- The reviewer noted some potentially mature themes like death and murder for the target age group.
- Each book includes a "Guide for Grown-ups" and a glossary of Hebrew terms.
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