Pilgrim's Progress

by Laurel Hicks, John DeKonty

For third grade

Genres: Fiction, Education, Christianity, Childrens

283 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1975

Reviews

[Angela · Rating 5 out of 5]

We enjoyed reading this version of Pilgrim’s Progress aloud. The questions at the end of each section added to our understanding of what we read.

[Amelie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Gabe (age 10) and I both loved this book. It was a really good allegory of the Christian walk in terms we could both relate to and we had some great discussions on how these concepts apply to our lives today. The only reason it's not a 5 star is because there were parts of the story that were very vague... For example, why did Christina and company stay several years in Vanity Fair? Why is it that she died before going to heaven while Christian seemingly just walked over. I'm thinking I'd like to read the full version for myself now so I can get those details perhaps.

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reading this at night with our daughter. Such a classic! Hope to graduate to the original version in time.

[Hannah · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm not entirely sure how I feel about this edition now (nor the original, which I've yet to read completely), but this was one of my favorite books as a kid and is at least in part responsible for setting my life on a certain course.

[Heidi Morrell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just finished reading this with my youngest. I have very fond memories of reading this book for the first time when I was in elementary school. :)

[Jenny · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lily and I loved this simplified version of Pilgrim's Progress. It provided lots of opportunities for discussion about our journey to Heaven and how we are to constantly seek the LORD and his Word for guidance in every aspect of our life. Also reminded us that the things of this world are not important because "godliness with contentment is great gain" (1Timothy6:6) Would definitely recommend!

[Claire D]

A-mazing.

[Matt · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a great book

[Katy Foster · Rating 4 out of 5]

No doubt, the children have a clear understanding of allegory and symbolism. Hicks respectfully weaves in the Middle English writing, and still tends to children's understanding.

[Amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent redition of the classic. Easy to read to young children.