Children's Ministry Resource Catalog

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY RESOURCE GUIDE

THE NIV BESTSELLING TRANSLATION!

THE NIV ACTION STUDY BIBLE

The NIV Action Study Bible helps preteens build a strong foundation of faith to last a lifetime!

The Action Bible® has introduced millions to the exciting stories in the Bible with dramatic comic-bookstyle illustrations. Now you can go deeper with The NIV Action Study Bible

If you’re ready to explore the rich and amazing truths of God’s redemptive story alongside the pictures, The NIV Action Study Bible is your guide for seeing God in motion everywhere, including in your own life.

Designed to help you build a stronger connection with God, this essential study Bible includes the complete NIV translation and amps up the action with these features:

What About This?

Insights to tough questions about your faith.

Unlock It!

Who did what, when, where … and why it matters. Guess It!

Person, place, or thing? Guessing fun with five clues. Find It!

Distinct icons that appear next to stories featured in The Action Bible Activate

Reflection on Bible themes and how they apply to life today. Ancient Archives

THE NIV ACTION STUDY BIBLE

Retail $32.99USD |

ISBN 978-0-8307-7254-4

ALSO AVAILABLE

THE NIV ACTION STUDY BIBLE PREMIUM EDITION

Retail $39.99USD

ISBN 978-0-8307-7255-1

THE AUTHOR

Cultural history of ancient times—what were clothes, houses, weapons, food, celebrations, and traditions like? Experience the Drama!

Comic book artist Sergio Cariello’s dramatic illustrations capture the imagination and transport readers to another time. Forty full-color illustrated pages throughout the Bible, plus book introductions, maps, a dictionary, and more.

Developed by David C Cook, the Bible features were written by a team of writing professionals, most of whom hold a master’s of divinity theological degree. Illustrated by Brazilianborn renowned artist Sergio Cariello, who has worked for Marvel Comics and DC comics and has illustrated dozens of characters, including Batman, Spider-Man, Superman, Iron Man, and Wonder Woman. Sergio and his wife live in Florida.

Retail $16.99USD | ISBN 978-0-7814-1420-3

THE ACTION STORYBOOK BIBLE

An Interactive Adventure through God’s Redemptive Story

catherine devries and sergio cariello

The Action Storybook Bible invites families with children ages eight and under to explore God’s redemptive story together. From the sleek and amazing creatures God created at the beginning of the world to the powerful kings who reigned over ancient Israel to Jesus’s gift of eternal life for you and your family—God has a beautiful and exciting plan for the world. Where do you fit into that plan? How are the truths found in God’s Word reflected in your life?

Perfect for families with young children.

THE ACTION BIBLE

God’s Redemptive Story

sergio cariello

Here’s the most complete picture Bible ever! And it features a captivating, up-to-date artwork style—making it the perfect Bible for today’s visually focused culture.

The Action Bible presents 215 fast-paced narratives in chronological order, making it easier to follow the Bible’s historical flow—and reinforcing the build-up to its thrilling climax.

The stories in The Action Bible communicate clearly and forcefully to contemporary readers. This compelling blend of clear writing plus dramatic images offers an appeal that crosses all age boundaries.

Retail $27.99USD | ISBN 978-0-7814-4499-6

THE AUTHOR / ILLUSTRATOR

Catherine DeVries, author of The Action Storybook Bible and has written more than twenty-five books for children, including the bestselling Adventure Bible Storybook Catherine lives with her husband, their three children, and their big furry dog in the Colorado forest.

Sergio Cariello is a master illustrator. He has worked for Marvel Comics and DC Comics, illustrating Batman, SpiderMan, Superman, Iron Man, Wonder Woman, Fantastic Four, and dozens more comic book characters. Sergio is the illustrator for The NIV Action Study Bible, The Action Storybook Bible, and The Action Bible.

THE ACTION STORYBOOK BIBLE

THE ACTION BIBLE

THE ACTION BIBLE VBS

JESUS—THE FIRST ACTION HERO

OVERVIEW

Kids will discover how to Love, Believe, Trust, and Witness as they engage in God’s big story of redemption! Each day features a lesson that points to Jesus who Saves.

YOUR ALL-IN-ONE DIGITAL KIT INCLUDES

• Director’s Guide

• Crew Booklets

• Videos

• Action Bible Masks

• Theme Song

• Bible Masterpiece Coloring Sheets

• Send-Home Parent Devotional

ALL-IN-ONE DIGITAL KIT PRICING

ISBN 978-1-4347-1238-7

$129.99 (Up to 50 children)

ISBN 978-0-8307-7307-7

$199.99 (51 children and more)

*Each download is limited to a single site use.

QUICK FACTS

Duration

• 3 hours

Format

• Large Group/Small Group with built-in flexibility

Age Range

• Preschool through grade 5

The Action Bible Take-Home Collector’s Cards

These collector’s cards have been created for each child to remind them what they learned about God each day at VBS. The front of the card features a full-color image of the Bible character and the Action Word for the day. The back compiles Bible fun facts for who each person was and what they did. These exciting images direct kids back to God’s Word or can be shared with their friends and family.

ISBN 978-0-7847-3359-2

13 VERY SERIES

mikal keefer

ISBN 978-0-7847-2122-3

Help kids discover the faith-building, lifechanging truths tucked into Scripture.

Kids will discover, think about, talk about, pray about, and apply what they learn. You’ll drive that point home through Bible exploration, fun discussions, giggle-worthy games, and “Oh, wow!” activities that engage kids in multiple ways.

Each book in this now six-book series includes 13 easy-to-lead, undated sessions to keep kids engaged, entertained, and growing in their faith. Each session is flexible, multi-aged, low-prep, 45 minutes of fun, and relational.

T HE AUTHOR

ISBN 978-0-7847-2123-0

Mikal Keefer has published more than 20 books and is a frequent contributor to Group Publishing curriculum. He’s an active volunteer leader in children’s ministry at Church of the Good Shepherd in Loveland, Colorado Mikal, who is married and the father of two children, is the author of all six titles in this series.

Price $12.99USD

PERFECTFORANYCHILDREN’S MINISTRY PROGRAM: SUNDAY SCHOOL, CHILDREN’S CHURCH, AND MORE!

13 VERY AMAZING ANIMALS AND HOW GOD USED THEM

13 VERY BIG MISTAKES PEOPLE MADE AND WHAT GOD DID ABOUT THEM

13 VERY SURPRISING SAYINGS AND WHY JESUS SAID THEM

13 VERY COOL STORIES AND WHY JESUS TOLD THEM

13 VERY AWESOME PROMISES AND HOW GOD ALWAYS KEEPS THEM

13 VERY BAD DAYS AND HOW GOD FIXED THEM

ISBN: 978-0-7814-1457-9

Price: $9.99USD

COLD-CASE CHRISTIANITY FOR KIDS

Investigate the Case for Jesus with a Real Detective

Preteens often start to wonder if Christianity is true. In ColdCase Christianity for Kids, detective J. Warner Wallace draws readers into the thrill of high-stakes investigation by showing them how to think rather than telling them what to think. Readers will follow Detective Jeffries, Jason, Hannah and Daniel as they test witnesses, examine the evidence, and investigate the case for Christianity.

GOD’S CRIME SCENE FOR KIDS

Investigate the Case for Creation with a Real Detective

In this companion to Cold-Case Christianity for Kids, Jason uncovers a mystery in his grandmother’s attic. He and his friends, Hannah, Daniel and Jasmine, enlist the help of Detective Jeffries at the Jr. Detective’s Academy. Along the way, they develop the skills needed to investigate the mystery and the evidence in the universe that demonstrates God is the creator.

ISBN: 978-1-4347-1032-1

Price: $9.99USD

Through these interactive books, real-life detective J. Warner Wallace, walks readers through mysteries as they explore evidence that points to the truth of Christianity. Find additional classroom resources at CaseMakersAcademy.com.

THE AUTHORS

J. Warner and Susie Wallace have been training young people in the church setting for over a decade. J. Warner is a coldcase detective who has been featured on Dateline, Fox News, TruTV, and other crime-related television shows. A former atheist, he is the author of Cold-Case Christianity, God’s Crime Scene, Forensic Faith, Cold-Case Christianity for Kids, and God’s Crime Scene for Kids. J. Warner and Susie have four children and live in Southern California.

ISBN 978-0-8307-7243-8

BIG BIBLE LEARNING FUN!

No matter which children’s curriculum you use or what type of children’s ministry program you have, Big Books will provide hours of creative Bible learning and fun! You’ll find games, art activities, coloring pages, creative storytelling, object lessons, Bible talks, crafts, puzzles, science experiments, and more! Plus each Big Book is reproducible and comes with perforated pages.

BIG BOOKS ARE PERFECT FOR:

• Sunday School

• Children’s Church

• Evening Programs

• Vacation Bible School

• Christian Schools

• Home Schools

• Camps

THERE ARE 5 AGE CATEGORIES OF BIG BOOKS:

• Kids of All Ages

• Toddler

• Early Childhood

• Elementary

• Preteen

Price $19.99USD

ISBN 978-0-8307-7232-2

BIG BOOK OF EASY-TO-DO BIBLE TALKS FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES

BIG BOOK OF BIBLE STORY COLORING PAGES FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD

BIG BOOK OF COLORING PAGES AND ACTIVITIES FOR TODDLERS

ISBN 978-0-8307-7237-7

BIG BOOK OF BIBLE STORY COLORING ACTIVITIES FOR ELEMENTARY KIDS

ISBN 978-0-8307-7230-8

MORE TITLES

BIG BOOK OF BIBLE STORY COLORING ACTIVITIES FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD

ISBN 978-0-8307-7234-6

BIG BOOK OF BIBLE ACTIVITIES, SONGS, AND RHYMES FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD

ISBN 978-0-8307-7241-4

BIG BOOK OF BIBLE STORY COLORING PAGES FOR ELEMENTARY KIDS

ISBN 978-0-8307-7233-9

BIG BOOK OF BIBLE PUZZLES FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD

ISBN 978-0-8307-7235-3

BIG BOOK OF BIBLE CRAFTS FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES

ISBN 978-0-8307-7239-1

BIG BOOK OF BIBLE FACTS AND FUN FOR ELEMENTARY KIDS

ISBN 978-0-8307-7247-6

BIG BOOK OF BIBLE GAMES FOR ELEMENTARY KIDS

ISBN 978-0-8307-7231-5

BIG BOOK OF BIBLE PUZZLES FOR PRETEENS

ISBN 978-0-8307-7242-1

BIG BOOK OF COLORING PAGES WITH BIBLE STORIES FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES

ISBN 978-0-8307-7236-0

BIG BOOK OF OBJECT TALKS FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES

ISBN 978-0-8307-7238-4

BIG BOOK OF SCIENCE FUN FOR ELEMENTARY KIDS

ISBN 978-0-8307-7244-5

HELP KIDS CONNECT WITH GOD THROUGH HIS WORD WITH THESE GREAT RESOURCES FROM DAVID C COOK.

BIBLE MEMORY POSTER PACK FOR ELEMENTARY KIDS AND PRETEENS

ISBN 978-1-4347-1242-4

BIBLE TOOLS POSTER PACK FOR ELEMENTARY KIDS AND PRETEENS

ISBN 978-1-4347-1241-7

EACH PACK CONTAINS 10 FULL-SIZE POSTERS

In the Bible Memory Poster Pack for Elementary Kids and Preteens, kids will memorize key Bible verses and be reminded of who God is and what He has done for us. Kids will be challenged to live out their faith as they respond to God’s Word.

In the Bible Tools Poster Pack for Elementary Kids and Preteens, kids will explore Old and New Testament maps and discover through Bible time lines that God offers salvation to all people. Kids will also learn Bible tips and tools, be challenged to memorize the names and order of the books of the Bible, and learn that God’s Word is priceless!

• 4 Bible Time Lines depict the eras of Bible history and key events in the Old and New Testaments

• 3 Bible Maps depict the locations of important Bible events

• 3 Bible Tools help students learn to use their Bibles and realize the importance of God’s Word

Price $19.99USD

NOAH’S PARK CHILDREN’S CHURCH KITS

GREEN EDITION

ISBN 978-0-7814-4912-0 | $129.99USD

Green Edition correlates with Bible-in-Life preschool and early elementary themes for Units 13–24

RED EDITION

ISBN 978-0-7814-4490-3 | $129.99USD

This edition provides another year of weekly lessons for diving deeper into Bible stories and themes

BLUE EDITION

ISBN 978-0-7814-3630-4 | $129.99USD

Correlates with Bible-in-Life preschool and early elementary themes for units 1–12

EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR 3 YEARS OF CHILDREN’S CHURCH ADVENTURES— Preschool through Elementary!

Noah’s Park Children’s Church is a 60-minute adventure through the Bible! Lessons take your kids through Discovery Trails to learn about the Bible story; Worship Trails to sing praises, share and pray; Wildlife Trails for the fun and creative craft and games; and Happy Trails to review the Bible story, memory verse, and songs.

Each one-year kit comes complete with music CD, leader’s guide, craft book, snacks and game book, a Park Patrol Training Manual, Noah’s Park puppets, and free downloadable resources. Materials are completely reproducible and books are perforated for ease of use.

The 4th and 5th graders participate as helpers in the “Park Patrol.” The older children assist the leader, perform puppet skits, and help with snacks, games, and crafts.

As an added bonus, Noah’s Park Children’s Church Kits connect with David C Cook’s Bible-inLife curriculum. An online chart correlates with Bible-in-Life weekly lessons for preschool, early elementary, and elementary.

FLEXIBLE ANYTIME PROGRAMS!

EVERY MOMENT COUNTS

It is important for children to learn about the love of God from the adults in their lives. At David C Cook, we want to help create precious moments between parent and child by offering storybooks for children of all ages—from stand-alone blessings for a new baby to complete storybook Bibles.

As a ministry leader, you are invited to take a look at some of our resources and encourage the parents and guardians in your church family to make every moment count.

GOD’S STORY FOR ME BIBLE

Available February 2018

ISBN: 978-0-8307-7200-1

Price: $16.99

HEARTSHAPER BIBLE STORYBOOK

Available July 2018

ISBN: 978-0-7814-1273-5

Price: $16.99

THE ACTION STORYBOOK BIBLE

ISBN: 978-0-7814-1420-3

Price: $16.99

THE PRESCHOOLER’S BIBLE

ISBN: 978-1-4347-0293-7

Price: $16.99

THE KING JESUS STORYBIBLE

ISBN: 978-1-4347-1148-9

Price: $12.99

THE TODDLER’S BIBLE

ISBN: 978-0-7814-0579-9

Price: $16.99

WELL-PLACED WORDS

Write a thank-you note or email. Simple is enough. Af rmation lifts the spirit and encourages volunteers to keep serving. Make a short video with your phone. Send them a quick “Hey, hey we love you!” You’ll make them smile.

TIME TOGETHER

Take your volunteers out for coffee. Spend some time in 1-on-1 conversation to let them know you care. Do something relaxing or fun with a volunteer. Shoot hoops. Take a walk. Get a manicure.

THOUGHTFUL GIFT

It’s all about relationship. Know your volunteers. Af rm their hearts for Jesus. Celebrate their in uence in your church. Be speci c and timely in saying thank you. Everyone is sacri cing something to serve—whether that’s time, money, or energy they could be using for something else. Your appreciation makes all the difference in their world.

Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.

—Proverbs 12:25

TIME AWAY

Give ‘em a break! What a way to say thank-you—by giving them time for rest. Take them to a conference or a network meeting you attend. Investing in their gifts will encourage them in their ministry.

GROUP APPRECIATION GOODNESS

Give them something from the kids they serve. Have the kids create a picture or tell personal stories about a volunteer who has helped them. Share the stories through letters or video. Get your team members together and have them each write a sentence about a volunteer. Gather the sentences and anonymously put them on a paper titled The Things We Admire About You.

Think of gifts that would matter to them. Gifts don’t have to be expensive, just personal. Birthdays or anytime.

Lots of people like to take notes. Give out notebooks with an inscription on the rst page: Take Note—I think you’re awesome!

SILLY IDEAS

Pass out lotion or soap with a reminder: The kids are in GOOD HANDS with you!

Surprise your volunteers with $5 coffee gift cards and say, Thanks a latte! Who doesn’t love s’mores? Pass them out and let them know, We need s’more like you!

Give them a plant (real or fake) and af rm them: Thank you for helping kids grow in God’s love.

With David C Cook, you get an entire family of trusted curriculum for all ages of your children’s ministry. As you compare the options below, turn to the pages indicated to learn more.

Connects everyday conversations to biblical wisdom

UNIQUE FEATURES

• Faith lived out in relationship with God

• Interaction with God’s Word

• Application to life today

AGES/GRADES

Nursery/Toddler

Preschool*

Elementary*

Upper El/Preteen

Middle School

High School

FORMAT

Classroom Setting

Large Group / Small Group

AVAILABILITY

Print Editions

Digital Download

Disciplr.com

Introduces Jesus for the next generation

• Understanding Jesus through relationships

• Evangelism focus

• Teacher training

Helps kids of all ages and abilities connect with God

• Connection to God through the Bible

• Special needs inclusion

• Serving focus

Invites kids and families into God’s Big Story

Engages preteens in an action-packed adventure of faith

Celebrates the biblical and cultural heritage of African Americans

Build a faith foundation on the authority of Scripture

• Empowering parents to nurture kids’ faith

• God’s Word as a chronological story

• Response to the Holy Spirit

• Bible study skills and application

• Empowering preteens to own their faith

• Worship and devotional practices

• Highlighting Black history and faith

• Interaction with God’s Word

• Faith lived out in relationship with God

• Discovering God’s Word through study

• Application to life today

• Mission-minded

The Action Bible® Curriculum

The Action Bible® Curriculum takes preteens deeper into the heart of God’s Word to discover an active faith they can claim as their own!

The Action Bible invites preteens to take the spiritual leap from Bible information to life transformation.

Videos animate the comic-style graphics of The Action Bible to set weekly themes in motion. With their leader as a coach, preteens discover who God is and who they are in Him. Together they investigate God’s Word, memorize key verses, and connect timeless truth to their life today.

Through daily devotions, preteens learn about God during the week. Parent resources are included that continue to encourage preteens to see God’s Word brought to life.

AGES

Preteen (Grades 4, 5, 6)

FORMAT

Classroom setting

SCOPE & SEQUENCE

2 Years

MAXIMUM LESSON TIME

60-90 Minutes

Complete age level overviews available at TheActionBible.com

Bible-in-Life®

Help your kids see God’s truth all around them.

As our best-selling children’s ministry program, Bible-in-Life is perfect for churches of all sizes. Its theologically balanced approach has been trusted for generations.

To help kids seek God in everyday moments, Bible-in-Life uses real-world applications in an easy-to-teach format to keep your students engaged with relevant scriptural content.

Bible-in-Life Kids has a new look.

Experience all the same great lesson content… with a few new elements!

• Brand new covers for teacher guides, student books, and resources

• Updated interior pages for teacher guides

• NEW lesson videos support monthly themes and show children living out their faith in everyday moments

Visit BibleInLife.com to view video trailer!

AGES

Toddlers to Preteen

FORMAT

Age graded classroom setting

SCOPE & SEQUENCE

Toddler–Early Elementary: 2 years

Elementary–Upper Elementary: 3 years

MAXIMUM LESSON TIME

60-90 Minutes

Complete age level overviews available at BibleInLife.com

HeartShaper®

A HEART THAT IS SHAPED. A LIFE THAT IS CHANGED.

Help your kids discover God through His Word.

HeartShaper Children’s Curriculum takes kids on a journey like no other through the Bible. By the time kids reach 6th grade, they’ve gone through the Bible 5 times.

HeartShaper even includes Special Needs friendly activities that will work well with all kids—each approved by special needs experts. This helps ensure all kids can learn about God together.

No matter where your students go or what hey do, the lessons you’ve taught them in Sunday school will be with them for a lifetime. Come along on the journey—shape hearts and change lives!

AGES

Toddlers to Preteen

FORMAT

Age graded classroom setting

SCOPE & SEQUENCE

Toddlers & 2s: 1 Year

Preschool–Preteen: 2 Years

MAXIMUM LESSON TIME

2+ hours

Complete age level overviews available at HeartShaper.com

Gospel Light

JESUS FOR THE NEXT GENERATION

Discover the Gospel Light difference.

Gospel Light Sunday school builds year upon year from birth through preteen with a proven scope and sequence and age-appropriate lessons. Children will journey through the Bible 5 times from preschool to preteen and our teacher training materials will help turn your volunteers into experts.

Known for strong Bible content and easy-toteach lessons, Gospel Light curriculum also places special emphasis on the evangelism and discipleship of children and preteens during their formative years.

Try Gospel Light in your church!

AGES

Nursery to Preteen

FORMAT

Age graded classroom setting

Elementary large group

SCOPE & SEQUENCE

Nursery, Preschool & Preteen: 2 Years

Elementary: 4 Years

MAXIMUM LESSON TIME

2 hours

Complete age level overviews available at GospelLight.com

Tru

Develop lifetime faith for a new generation.

Tru is a spiritually forming, parent-empowering curriculum that equips children, leaders, and families to know Jesus and live out a vibrant lifetime faith.

With every Tru lesson children connect to God through the revealing of His character and find their place in The Big God Story! Each lesson creates space for kids to connect with God through the power of the Holy Spirit during a time of worship response. And the At Home Weekly encourages families to spend time together in God’s Word and introduces kids to next week’s lesson.

Explore every age level and view our training resources at TruMinistry.com.

AGES

Toddlers to Middle School

FORMAT

Large Group / Small Group and Classroom

Fully Digital Curriculum

SCOPE & SEQUENCE

TruBlessings (3 year olds): 1 year

TruWonder (Pre-K–Kindergarten): 3 years

TruStory (Elementary): 3 years

MAXIMUM LESSON TIME

75 –120 Minutes

Complete age level overviews available at TruMinistry.com

Echoes

Uniquely designed to meet the needs of the African-American church and community with real-life application of biblical truths.

Echoes curriculum is one of the most widelyused resources among the African-American church. Rich in African-American imagery and history, alive with family situations and storylines, and leveraging a shared quarterly theme—Echoes serves you better!

Lessons are easy to use, teacher friendly, and certain to keep your students engaged with relevant Scriptural content that applies to everyday lives. Echoes offers a unified scope and sequence that strengthens the entire church body through shared quarterly themes.

AGES

Toddlers to Preteen FORMAT

Age graded classroom setting

SCOPE & SEQUENCE

Toddler–Elementary: 2 years

Elementary & Upper Elementary: 3 years

MAXIMUM LESSON TIME 60-90 Minutes

Unified scope and sequence for Elementary–High School, along with the Superintendent’s Handbook.

Complete age level overviews available at EchoesCurriculum.com

Shopping Made Simple

Shop for all your ministry resources in 1 place. At DavidCCook.org you can choose from a variety of products and curriculum lines to keep your programming fresh and effective. Sort by product line or various categories to find exactly what you need for all ages— toddlers through adults. Whether shopping for outreach, family, men, or women—we have it all.