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Pointing our kids toward Jesus is one of the greatest joys of motherhood — and it can be one of the most daunting. How do you explain the gospel to a four-year-old? What do you say when your third grader asks a question you don't know how to answer? ... ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  View Online Here's what's new: Best Devotionals for Kids Brigette’s $125 Grocery Shopping Trip and Weekly Menu Plan for 5! Best Devotionals for Kids Pointing our kids toward Jesus is one of the greatest joys of motherhood — and it can be one of the most daunting. How do you explain the gospel to a four-year-old? What do you say when your third grader asks a question you don’t know how to answer? Here’s the good news: God is already at work in their hearts even when you don’t have the words to say. And He’s been doing it long before you started reading this blog post and will continue doing it long after. Also, you don’t have to do this work of motherhood and discipleship alone. There are some truly wonderful books and devotionals for kids that do the heavy lifting for you. These resources can spark the conversations you don’t know how to begin, frame big truths in age-appropriate ways your kids can grasp, and turn ordinary moments into something meaningful. Here is a list of some favorite Christian books and devotionals for toddlers through tweens. Whether you’re building a bedtime routine around Scripture, looking for a devotional your tween will actually want to open, or just searching for a beautiful story that points to Jesus, we’ve got you covered. (A note on the ages we recommend: There is a lot of fluidity here! For example, our first recommendation will capture the attention of your toddler and still feels relevant to us as adults. Many of these books can be enjoyed at various ages or as a family, but we’ve placed them where we think they’ll be best enjoyed.) Also be sure to check out our posts on the Best Christian Books and Devotionals for Teens and Best Devotionals & Christian Books for Women. Best Christian Books & Devotionals for Toddlers Jesus Storybook Bible If you only bought one book on this list, we’d recommend it’s this one. We’ve read this countless times and, even as an adult, I get so much out of it every time. Each story — from both the Old and New Testaments — points to Jesus and shows how He meets our need for a Savior. While it tells the stories of Biblical heroes, it points to Jesus as the ultimate hero. Your family will treasure it for years to come. God Counts: Numbers in His Word and His World God Counts shows kids how God uses numbers throughout the Bible to teach us about himself. It begins with 1 God and 2 people in Genesis and counts up to the 12 kinds of fruit and 12 shiny gates in Revelation with a different Biblical story or truth for each number between. Whether your child is learning to count or is fascinated by numbers, this book will remind them that “God created numbers to declare his glory.” Best Christian Books & Devotionals for Preschoolers Big Feelings Days Big feelings are real — and every child (and adult!) has them. Whether it’s big sad feelings, big stomping feelings, or big sleepy feelings, this book gives kids the language to notice what’s happening inside them. And, just like Jesus calmed the wind and the waves, He can calm those Big Feelings too. With simple grounding tools like deep breaths, playing with play dough, writing a letter, and talking to Jesus, this book gently guides little ones toward peace, one big feeling at a time. It’s a beautiful book for the hard days every family has. The Garden, the Curtain, and the Cross In just a few beautifully illustrated pages, this picture book traces the greatest story ever told! From the garden to the fall, from the curtain that separated God from his people in the temple to the cross when it was torn in two, all the way to the empty tomb. It’s the entire sweep of the Bible told with wonder and joy. The end invites children to say “Sorry,” “Thank you,” and “Please help us,” connecting this story to kid’s hearts and lives. It’s an excellent kid’s Easter gift and amazing to read and rejoice over every day of the year! How Great Is Our God This devotional is perfect if your kids love science! The short devotionals are engaging and will spark lots of great discussions. Plus, your kids (and you!) will likely learn some new things about God’s greatness in how He created and designed the world, animals, and more! Best Christian Books & Devotionals for Elementary Schoolers The Friend Who Forgives Peter got it wrong a lot. He spoke before he thought. He stumbled in his faith. He let his friend Jesus down at the worst possible moment. And Jesus called him a rock anyway. He forgave him. He loved him. He trusted him with world-changing news. This beautifully-illustrated picture book captures the unlikely, grace-filled friendship between Peter and Jesus. And it reassures children that the Friend who never gave up on Peter won’t give up on them either. There’s also a board book version for toddlers. Love Does for Kids Funny, inspiring, and beautifully outlandish, Love Does for Kids is full of stories that prove love isn’t a feeling; it’s something you do. Bob Goff’s contagious joy and big heart will prompt your family to dream, laugh, and live out their faith. One of the best parts? The Goff family wrote letters to world leaders after 9/11 and ended up eating dinner with more than 25 of them! Faith and kindness feel like the greatest adventure in these pages, and your kids will finish this book ready to go live their own adventure. (There’s also a version of this book for adults — read my review of Love Does here) Jesus and the Very Big Surprise The servants are busy preparing for their master’s return… but when he returns there’s a very big surprise. He invites them to sit at his table so he can serve them. “What kind of master would love like that? What kind of God would choose to be a servant?… Surprise! Jesus would!” Jesus and the Very Big Surprise takes children on a delightful journey through this surprising parable and some of the most unexpected moments in Jesus’ life: His coming as a baby instead of a conquering king. His birth in a smelly stable. His washing the disciples’ feet. His death as a criminal on the cross. Fun, surprising, and powerful, this book leads kids to the biggest surprise of all: an empty tomb and a risen King. Another excellent Easter book for kids that is worth reading any day of the year. Best Christian Books & Devotionals for Tweens The Action Bible Think comic book meets Bible study here. This retelling of the Bible has bold, comic-book-style illustrations and is an engaging and meaningful way for tweens to encounter God’s Word. It’s, of course, not a word-for-word translation of the Bible, but don’t let that deter you. In fact, adults might find it helpful, like when trying to understand the cultural context of King Hezekiah’s story during a study of Isaiah. Each of the 245 stories is about 2-5 pages long and cites Scripture references, making it easy to follow up in a more literal translation whenever you’re ready to go deeper. Exploring the Bible If your tween wants to explore the Bible more deeply, this is a great workbook. One day a time, your child will read through most of the Bible over the course of a year. Each week begins with a few sentences about the context for that week’s readings and has a spot to write prayers. Each day suggests about 5 verses to read and one question to answer. There’s also a weekly section for “exploring with others” that encourages children to write brief notes about the Sunday sermon. I’d recommend this book for ages 8 and up with a parent’s guidance, or from ages 10 and up independently. The Radical Book for Kids Part explorer’s guide, part church history deep-dive, The Radical Book for Kids is as cool as it sounds. Vibrantly illustrated and packed with fun facts, this handbook will take tweens on a fascinating journey into the ancient roots of the Christian faith — while inviting them to bring that faith into their real lives. Your tween will learn SO much reading this book. From famous trips in the Bible to jewels in the Bible. From how to make your own catapult and sling to how to read the Bible and pray. From Latin words you should know to what to do when bad things happen. This book explores the Bible from SO many different angles! I’d recommend this book for 8 year olds through early teens. You can read it straight through or choose what looks interesting in the table of contents and jump in anywhere! This is perfect for the tween who wants to go deeper and have fun doing it. Are you looking for the best Christian books and devotionals for teens? Be sure to check out this post! Related Links: Best Christian Books and Devotionals for Teens Best Devotionals & Christian Books for Women Where to Buy Cheap Books (So You Can Read More Without Spending a Fortune) Where to Get Books for Free (Yes, Really!) My Top 4 Favorite Reads From 2025 Raising Amazing Kids (with Monica Swanson) Raising Kids Who Want to Talk to Us Raising Emotionally Strong Boys (with David Thomas) Raising Worry-Free Girls What do you think are the best devotionals for kids? We’d love to hear your recommendations in the comments below! Need help making your habits finally stick?  Join our FREE habit tracking challenge!         Brigette’s $125 Grocery Shopping Trip and Weekly Menu Plan for 5! Aldi 1 gallon Whole Milk – $2.96 1/2 gallon Orange Juice – $3.39 1 pkg Chicken Drumsticks – $4.25 1 pkg Boneless Chicken Breasts – $14.59 1 16-oz bag Deli Meat – $4.15 2 dozen Eggs – $3.32 1 bunch Bananas – $0.96 1 bag Romaine Hearts – $2.99 1 10-lb bag Russet Potatoes – $3.99 1 3-lb bag Yellow Onions – $1.79 1 3-ct pkg Fresh Garlic – $1.19 1 3-ct bag Multi-Colored Peppers – $2.25 1 carton Strawberries – $1.29 1 bag Red Grapes – $1.82 2 bags French Green Beans – $5.98 1 32-oz carton Nonfat Plain Greek Yogurt – $2.79 1 24-oz carton Cottage Cheese – $2.85 1 32-oz carton Egg Whites – $4.69 1 jar Pasta Sauce – $1.39 2 4-ct pkgs Greek Yogurt – $5.30 1 box Butter Quarters – $3.09 1 16-oz bag Shredded Cheddar Cheese – $3.29 1 14-oz jar Organic Coconut Oil – $4.99 1 bag Chocolate Chips – $3.49 Total: $86.80 Publix 1 bag Mother’s Cookies – $2.49, used $1/1 Mother’s Publix Digital Coupon – $1.49 after Coupon 1 bag Mini Peppers – $1.99 2 boxes Bubly – $5.79 2 boxes SeaPak Shrimp – $9.89, used $2/2 Printable – $7.89 for 2 boxes after Coupon 3 pkgs Andouille Eckrich Sausage – $8.98, received 5,100 points from Fetch ($5.10) – $3.88 for 3 after Rebate 1 bag Thomas Bagels – $2.74 1 box M & M’s Ice Cream Sandwiches – $3.04, received $0.75/1 M $ M’s Ibotta Rebate – $2.29 after Rebate 2 boxes Protein Pop Tarts – $4.49, used $1/2 Printable – $3.49 for 2 after Coupon 1 bag Lesser Evil Popcorn – $2.04 1 box Mezcla Protein Bars – $5.39, received $3 back from Aisle – $2.39 after Rebate 1 carton Angel Sweet Tomatoes – $1.99 1 can Doritos – $1.16 (When one of my children comes home from college for a few days, I always put a “Welcome Home” basket in their room full of their favorite snacks. So several things I bought this week are going into a basket for my son who will be home for spring break!) 2 bags Stone and Skillet English Muffins – $4.99, received $2.49 back from Aisle plus $1/1 Stone and Skillet Ibotta Rebate – $1.50 for 2 after Rebates Total after Coupons and Rebates: $38.64 Grocery Total for the Week: $125.84 Weekly Menu Plan Breakfasts Cereal, Oatmeal, Homemade Granola, Yogurt, Smoothies, Eggs Lunches Deli Meat Sandwiches, Chips, Sliced Peppers x 2 Leftovers x 5 Dinners Baked Chicken Drumsticks, Green Beans, Mashed Potatoes Bagel Pizzas, Tossed Salad Chicken Gravy over Brown Rice, Tossed Salad Keilbasa and Veggies Sheet Pan Dinner Popcorn Shrimp, Peas, English Muffins, Fruit Salad Twice Baked Potatoes, Chocolate Chip Cookies (I’m bringing these to a church dinner where the main dish is provided) Spaghetti, Homemade Whole Wheat Bread, Green Beans       Latest finds on Pinterest This Easter candy is SO easy to make and SO tasty! 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