When is the last time you held a Children’s Hymnal in your hands? This is a gem of a songbook and discipleship tool. It’s now my song source for my curriculum, The Children’s Sanctuary.

A Baptismal Banner Keepsake Idea

This little board book gives your young one a simple way to talk to God simply by using their fingers. The first four fingers are for others, the last is for themselves. It’s a wonderful and very sweet resource.

This is a tremendous gift written by Joni and Friends, the organization founded by Joni Eaarkson Tada after she became a quadrapeligic at 17.

The book cleverly helps us see those with special needs as uniquely created by God. The book explains some of the resources that those with disabilities use and weaves in the truth that as members of the Body of Christ, we all need one another.

We Wonder is a podcast that tells God’s stories slowly and provides room for listeners to reflect on the God’s purposes. Take a listen.

The story of God as our Shepherd is foundational to a young child’s faith formation. Found by Sally Lloyd-Jones shares this message in lovely and careful ways.

Gift Books for Children: Big Theology for Little Hearts

Theology for Children. What a concept. Beautifully illustrated and full of deep truths, this book is an excellent resource for families. Some families use it as a devotional guide. I’d prefer to use it as a supplement to Bible stories, but in any case this is worth a place in your children’s library.

Teach your child to share their feelings with God as they read summaries in Psalms for Young Children by Marie-Helene Delval, illustrated by Arno. A five-star spiritual growth book for children.

Unlike other Creation stories, Love Made first explores the question: “What did God do before He created?”

A great resource for all of us, especially those theologically inquisitive children.

As we enter the season of Lent, it is helpful to understand “How the Church Tells Time,” or the Liturgical Calendar.

What is Lent? Why is it six-weeks long? Why do we drape the cross and the altar in purple?

This 10-minute introduction to the Liturgical Calendar provides a clear and simple way for young learners to grasp the concept of Lent as well as to consider the other major events in the church year. Teachers may choose to combine this with an activity in which children create their own liturgical calendars. It is a free resource for anyone to use.

The Passover Song by Iamson profoundly links the Crucifixion with the Passover and is easily sung by children. It is from his album Iamson.

I am so impressed with these songs. They are thoughtful, contemplative, and easy to sing along.

Homebound and faithpassing? This is a great song by Ellie Holcomb with an accompanying book that will remind your family that God’s love is steadfast all day long. It is particularly appropriate in these coronavirus homebound days. The tune is easy to sing. The verses are rich and poetic.

This list is worth its weight in gold. It’s from my annotated bibliography at Covenant Seminary, compiled in 2014. I will continue to add to it.