Jonah and the Whale (My Very First Bible Stories) - Hardcover

Lois Rock

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0745960278 ISBN 13: 9780745960272

Publisher: Lion Children's Books

Synopsis

This is the much loved story of a runaway prophet, a storm at sea, a wicked city - and a happy ending. The story fills six double-page spreads. There are also two double page spreads of special words from the story and a related prayer. There are eight titles in the My Very First Bible Stories Board book set. This title publishes simultaneously with Jesus and his Friends, Daniel and the Lions and The Good Samaritan, which join the already published Noah and the Ark, Baby Jesus, Our Father and The Lost Sheep.

About this title

About the Author:

Lois Rock has established an international reputation as a children's writer. Specialising in Bible stories, prayer books, and information books, her books have been translated into over 30 languages with sales approaching 4 million copies. She draws on her experience as a mother of three, and as a leader of church children's groups. Alex Ayliffe's papercut illustrations are bright and bold, dainty and detailed, with lots of character. She has an established reputation as a storybook illustrator, working with major publishers. She won the Sainsbury's Best Book for Babies award in 2000.

Review:

"'The vivid collage-style pictures, by Alex Ayliffe, beautifully complement Lois Rock's spare, direct text. The stories are told with an exquisite simplicity which faithfully reflects the language of the Bible.' Times Educational Supplement - about My Very First Bible."

About this edition

• Publisher: Lion Children's Books
• ISBN 10: 0745960278
• ISBN 13: 9780745960272
• Binding: Hardcover