Reading ideas for little explorers

Simple activities and conversations for parents and carers sharing stories with children aged 3–8.

Cover of Moses and the Words for Everyone by Steve Lewis, Little Bible Explorers Book 35

Reading Bible Stories with Children of Different Ages

Make mixed-age Bible story time work for children aged 3–8, with shared pictures, different ways to respond and room for each child’s questions.

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A father and two children sharing a picture book in a cosy story-time corner with cushions and warm lamplight

How to Create a Calm Story-Time Corner for Children Aged 3–8

Create a calm story-time corner for children aged 3–8 with simple sensory choices, flexible routines and gentle reading ideas for big feelings.

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Cover of Who Made This Wonderful World? by Steve Lewis, Little Bible Explorers Book 1

An Autumn Gratitude Walk for Children Aged 3–8

Try an autumn gratitude walk with five simple things to notice, a window-side alternative and a shared-reading link to Who Made This Wonderful World?

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Cover of Joshua and the People Getting Ready by Steve Lewis, from Little Bible Explorers

Make a Morning Routine Chart for Children Aged 3–8

Make a simple picture-based morning routine chart with your child, with manageable jobs and a shared-reading link to Joshua and the People Getting Ready.

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Cover of A Garden Made with Love by Steve Lewis

Bible Story Kindness Activities for Children Aged 3–8

Try simple kindness activities after reading A Garden Made with Love: caring for a plant, taking turns and making a thoughtful card together.

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Illustration for How to Help Children Retell Bible Stories in Their Own Words

How to Help Children Retell Bible Stories in Their Own Words

Help children retell Bible stories in their own words with seven playful activities using pictures, props, movement and gentle questions.

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