Big Look Bible is a compilation of nine well known and dearly loved Bible stories from the time of Adam and Eve through the Resurrection of Jesus. Big print and abbreviated text make it a good starter book for very young children. They will also enjoy the brightly colored whimsical, over-sized illustrations and the varied shape of each page, a very non-traditional look.
The cover made me feel as if I should be able to do something with the holes in the bottom of the ark and the illustrations within. I would consider that a missed opportunity by the author. When I notices the "With shaped pages" on the front when I ordered the book, I thought the book may serve more than one purpose in teaching children their shapes but was wrong about that as well. However, I do like the non-traditional shape of the pages as I think it will make it easier for little hands to turn the pages because there is something to grasp that is a different shape from the page underneath. Another thing I would have liked to have seen is the scripture reference included with the stories. However, since this book is designed for newborns, it isn't essential. Overall, I think this book a good way to begin to introduce children under the age of 1 to reading and the comfort and joy it can bring. Perfect selection for a baby or newborn gift.
I did receive this book free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review and am in no way obligated to write a positive one.
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