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Why Easter?
Easter is a celebration of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. But how many children know why Jesus died and came to life again? This illustrated devotional contains 28 lessons - one for each day of the four weeks leading up to Easter - in a short, focused format designed to help parents show the Christ of Easter to their children.
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67 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2012
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Barbara Reaoch
8 books28 followersBarbara Reaoch says, "Nothing thrills me more than to see the great truths of the gospel change kids lives. I love to give adults tools to disciple the next generation. I want every parent and teacher to know that God's Word has power to enable their children to discover the joy of loving God."
Teaching cross-culturally changed Barbara’s perspective. She says, "Living overseas I learned in a new way that God's Word can reach children in every situation. No matter what reasons people think they cannot disciple their children - they can! I've seen the power of God's Word help children around the world — from Africa to Asia, India to the Alps, poor or rich. Whatever the challenge - God has given parents the privilege and power to reach their children with the transforming truth of his Word."
Barbara and her husband lived in Michigan before moving to Cape Town, South Africa, to teach Bible Study Fellowship classes. They also worked with the Rafiki Foundation to train young women in job and life skills. With her grandchildren far away, Barbara began to write Bible studies for them to bridge the distance. She drew her first two books, “Why Easter” and “Why Christmas" from those studies. Barbara’s most recent book is “A Jesus Christmas.”
After returning to the US, Barbara directed the Children’s Division of Bible Study Fellowship International. Barbara now lives in Minneapolis, MN, where she is learning to love snow again! She and her family are privileged to be a part of the wonderful body of believers at Bethlehem Baptist Church.
Teaching cross-culturally changed Barbara’s perspective. She says, "Living overseas I learned in a new way that God's Word can reach children in every situation. No matter what reasons people think they cannot disciple their children - they can! I've seen the power of God's Word help children around the world — from Africa to Asia, India to the Alps, poor or rich. Whatever the challenge - God has given parents the privilege and power to reach their children with the transforming truth of his Word."
Barbara and her husband lived in Michigan before moving to Cape Town, South Africa, to teach Bible Study Fellowship classes. They also worked with the Rafiki Foundation to train young women in job and life skills. With her grandchildren far away, Barbara began to write Bible studies for them to bridge the distance. She drew her first two books, “Why Easter” and “Why Christmas" from those studies. Barbara’s most recent book is “A Jesus Christmas.”
After returning to the US, Barbara directed the Children’s Division of Bible Study Fellowship International. Barbara now lives in Minneapolis, MN, where she is learning to love snow again! She and her family are privileged to be a part of the wonderful body of believers at Bethlehem Baptist Church.
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March 27, 2015
Why Easter?Why Christmas?
About the Books:
Easter is a celebration of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. But how many children know why Jesus died and came to life again? This illustrated devotional contains 28 lessons—one for each day of the four weeks leading up to Easter—in a short, focused format designed to help parents show the Christ of Easter to their children.
Why do we celebrate Christmas? Most children do not know the true answer to that question or why God sent Jesus to live on earth. Why Christmas? is a helpful devotional with Scripture reading, memory verse, Christmas carol and questions to direct your child’s heart towards God. The readings, which begin on the first day of December, are Biblical, short, and effective. Colorful illustrations illuminate the events of the incarnation. This book will provide parents with the assistance they desire for leading their child to the Christ of Christmas.
About the Author:
Barbara Reaoch is Bible Study Fellowship International's Director of children's programs. For nearly twenty years, she taught women s BSF classes in the U.S. and South Africa. Barbara also worked at the Rafiki Girl s Center in South Africa, teaching the Bible and life skills to young women. She has been married to Ron for 40 years; they have three grown children and four grandchildren.
My Review:
The perfect teaching tool for children, is something that can teach them again and again. Why Christmas? and Why Easter? are devotionals for children but it doesn't stop there. You can literally teach your children or Sunday school class from either text. Both are very easy to use. There are 7 items listed on each lesson that are used to apply these devotionals or lessons. These include Pray, Read, Listen, Truth, Discuss, Memorize, and Sing. Why Christmas/ has 25 different lessons to be used 24 days before Christmas and Why Easter? is to be used 4 weeks before Easter Sunday.
Each lesson or devotion is short, simple, and straight to the point. My boys are enjoying the Easter lessons already and I plan on using these very helpful books to teach my preschool Sunday school class, as well. Gone is the time in our household where we commercialize these holidays, my children need to know what these two holidays stand for and my husband and I intend on sharing that with them and emphasizing it each and every holiday. We are blessed to live in a country where we can freely worship our Savior and this is something I plan to teach my children as long as I can. These books are perfect for this!
**Disclosure** These books were sent to me free of charge for my honest review Cross Focused Reviews.
About the Books:
Easter is a celebration of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. But how many children know why Jesus died and came to life again? This illustrated devotional contains 28 lessons—one for each day of the four weeks leading up to Easter—in a short, focused format designed to help parents show the Christ of Easter to their children.
Why do we celebrate Christmas? Most children do not know the true answer to that question or why God sent Jesus to live on earth. Why Christmas? is a helpful devotional with Scripture reading, memory verse, Christmas carol and questions to direct your child’s heart towards God. The readings, which begin on the first day of December, are Biblical, short, and effective. Colorful illustrations illuminate the events of the incarnation. This book will provide parents with the assistance they desire for leading their child to the Christ of Christmas.
About the Author:
Barbara Reaoch is Bible Study Fellowship International's Director of children's programs. For nearly twenty years, she taught women s BSF classes in the U.S. and South Africa. Barbara also worked at the Rafiki Girl s Center in South Africa, teaching the Bible and life skills to young women. She has been married to Ron for 40 years; they have three grown children and four grandchildren.
My Review:
The perfect teaching tool for children, is something that can teach them again and again. Why Christmas? and Why Easter? are devotionals for children but it doesn't stop there. You can literally teach your children or Sunday school class from either text. Both are very easy to use. There are 7 items listed on each lesson that are used to apply these devotionals or lessons. These include Pray, Read, Listen, Truth, Discuss, Memorize, and Sing. Why Christmas/ has 25 different lessons to be used 24 days before Christmas and Why Easter? is to be used 4 weeks before Easter Sunday.
Each lesson or devotion is short, simple, and straight to the point. My boys are enjoying the Easter lessons already and I plan on using these very helpful books to teach my preschool Sunday school class, as well. Gone is the time in our household where we commercialize these holidays, my children need to know what these two holidays stand for and my husband and I intend on sharing that with them and emphasizing it each and every holiday. We are blessed to live in a country where we can freely worship our Savior and this is something I plan to teach my children as long as I can. These books are perfect for this!
**Disclosure** These books were sent to me free of charge for my honest review Cross Focused Reviews.
March 23, 2015
On Easter Sunday, we celebrate the life, death, and resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
In a culture where the commercialization of these holidays has flourished, does your child understand the real meaning behind this celebration – and do you feel equipped to teach your children why the resurrection of Jesus is more important than the arrival of the Easter Bunny?
If not, Bible Study Fellowship International's Director of Children's Programs, Barbara Reaoch, is here to help!
In her book Why Easter?, Barbara arms you with everything you need to tackle this important educational task!
Why Easter? is an illustrated devotional from Shepherd Press that provide families with a meaningful and Scriptural way to communicate the true meaning of Easter to their children.
Although this book can be read anytime during the year, it is specifically designed to be used during the 4-week period leading up to Easter.
Why Easter? contains 28 beautifully illustrated lessons that are divided into several parts:
• Bible Reading
• Devotion
• Truth
• Discussion Questions
• Memory Verse
• Hymn or Christmas Song (lyrics provided in the back of book)
• Discussion Topic
Because of the interactive nature of this book, Why Easter? works particularly well as a family devotional. You can use the book each year as part of your family’s holiday tradition and watch how your child’s knowledge and faith grows each year!
Why Easter? makes a wonderful addition to your family’s library and should hold particular interest to homeschooling parents!
To read this review in its entirety, visit Create With Joy.
Disclosure: I received a copy of this book from the publisher for review purposes. However, the opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.
In a culture where the commercialization of these holidays has flourished, does your child understand the real meaning behind this celebration – and do you feel equipped to teach your children why the resurrection of Jesus is more important than the arrival of the Easter Bunny?
If not, Bible Study Fellowship International's Director of Children's Programs, Barbara Reaoch, is here to help!
In her book Why Easter?, Barbara arms you with everything you need to tackle this important educational task!
Why Easter? is an illustrated devotional from Shepherd Press that provide families with a meaningful and Scriptural way to communicate the true meaning of Easter to their children.
Although this book can be read anytime during the year, it is specifically designed to be used during the 4-week period leading up to Easter.
Why Easter? contains 28 beautifully illustrated lessons that are divided into several parts:
• Bible Reading
• Devotion
• Truth
• Discussion Questions
• Memory Verse
• Hymn or Christmas Song (lyrics provided in the back of book)
• Discussion Topic
Because of the interactive nature of this book, Why Easter? works particularly well as a family devotional. You can use the book each year as part of your family’s holiday tradition and watch how your child’s knowledge and faith grows each year!
Why Easter? makes a wonderful addition to your family’s library and should hold particular interest to homeschooling parents!
To read this review in its entirety, visit Create With Joy.
Disclosure: I received a copy of this book from the publisher for review purposes. However, the opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.
November 20, 2012
Title: WHY EASTER
Author: Barbara Reaoch
Illustrator: Carol McCarty
Publisher: Shepherd Press
February 2012
ISBN: 978-1936908318
Genre: Childrens devotions/Easter
Easter is a celebration of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. But how many children know why Jesus died and came to life again? This illustrated devotional contains 28 lessons – one for each day of the four weeks leading up to Easter – in a short, focused format designed to help parents show the Christ of Easter to their children.
Each devotionally is beautifully illustrated. It starts with a scripture reading for you to look up and read from the translation of your choice, then includes a recap of the story in story form for the child to listen to. It ends with discussion questions to make sure the children understand what they heard, so you can help them clear up any misunderstandings.
A verse to memorize is included, as well as a discussion question for that verse, and a song to sing about Easter, and then a word or word phase to define and discuss.
Christians will want to make sure that their children will understand what we really are celebrating on Easter (not just Spring, candy, and the Easter bunny) and their children will come to a clear understanding of why we celebrate.
Recommended for church libraries, homeschoolers, Christian schools, and any other Christian house that has devotions with their children. Pricy at $14.95. 72 pages.
Author: Barbara Reaoch
Illustrator: Carol McCarty
Publisher: Shepherd Press
February 2012
ISBN: 978-1936908318
Genre: Childrens devotions/Easter
Easter is a celebration of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. But how many children know why Jesus died and came to life again? This illustrated devotional contains 28 lessons – one for each day of the four weeks leading up to Easter – in a short, focused format designed to help parents show the Christ of Easter to their children.
Each devotionally is beautifully illustrated. It starts with a scripture reading for you to look up and read from the translation of your choice, then includes a recap of the story in story form for the child to listen to. It ends with discussion questions to make sure the children understand what they heard, so you can help them clear up any misunderstandings.
A verse to memorize is included, as well as a discussion question for that verse, and a song to sing about Easter, and then a word or word phase to define and discuss.
Christians will want to make sure that their children will understand what we really are celebrating on Easter (not just Spring, candy, and the Easter bunny) and their children will come to a clear understanding of why we celebrate.
Recommended for church libraries, homeschoolers, Christian schools, and any other Christian house that has devotions with their children. Pricy at $14.95. 72 pages.
June 18, 2021
Wonderful! Loved the structure of these lessons great for prek to 6. Wish there was a whole Bible curriculum just like this.
March 28, 2015
Why Easter answers the question why Jesus died for our sins. A gospel centered devotion for families that starts with Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead to the great commission. The format starts with scripture, commentary, truth of the scripture, questions to discuss, memorize scripture, and the words of several hymns that are discussed as well. The illustrations are colorful and engaging for any child and will capture their hearts for the truth.
I was delighted that the trinity was apparent in this devotion as well. How each part of the trinity is in the story of Easter can be skipped over instead of celebrated. The strength of this devotion was the emphasis on what the nation of Israel was looking for in a Messiah and in doing so missed a spiritual need that we all have. We need a savior and a King. Easter reminds us that we have both, that Jesus saved us from our sins and ruled over death that we may experience Eden.
A complimentary review copy was provided to me by Cross Focused Reviews (A Service of Cross Focused Media, LLC). I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own
I was delighted that the trinity was apparent in this devotion as well. How each part of the trinity is in the story of Easter can be skipped over instead of celebrated. The strength of this devotion was the emphasis on what the nation of Israel was looking for in a Messiah and in doing so missed a spiritual need that we all have. We need a savior and a King. Easter reminds us that we have both, that Jesus saved us from our sins and ruled over death that we may experience Eden.
A complimentary review copy was provided to me by Cross Focused Reviews (A Service of Cross Focused Media, LLC). I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own
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