The Book of Belonging by Mariko Clark

The Book of Belonging

Bible Stories for Kind and Contemplative Kids

Mariko Clark

Random House Children's Books · Print & ebook · September 24, 2024

A beautifully illustrated Bible storybook to help the next generation of kids understand the rich diversity of God’s people, emphasizing identity, contemplation, and wonder.

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Who it’s for
Bible stories invite children and grown-ups to explore identity, diversity, and wonder together.
Themes
Belonging and identity, Inclusive biblical representation, Contemplation and wonder
Genres
Bible Stories, New Testament Stories, Old Testament Stories

About this book

A beautifully illustrated Bible storybook to help the next generation of kids understand the rich diversity of God’s people, emphasizing identity, contemplation, and wonder. The Book of Belonging is designed for families seeking a Bible storybook that reflects the diversity of God’s people and for every reader seeking a more expansive and wondrous view of God.

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The thoughtful text and rich illustrations present some of Scripture’s most important and overlooked stories—including many female-centered ones—alongside old favorites reimagined to convey greater inclusivity, diversity, and historical representation. Through narratives, mindful practices, and guided wonder moments, children and grown-ups alike will learn who God is and be reminded over and over that God tells each of us, “You are Beloved, you Belong, and you are Delightful.” Because when it comes to the love of God, everyone belongs. The Book of Belonging features • Forty-two Bible stories: twenty from the Old Testament, twenty-two from the New Testament • Rich, vibrant illustrations on every page, showcasing a variety of body shapes, ages, abilities, and skin colors • Historically accurate depictions of Jesus and God’s people, including original Hebrew and Greek names • Lifelong lessons that make it a perfect gift!

Stories of Belonging

Bible stories invite children and grown-ups to explore identity, diversity, and wonder together.

Come here for

  • Overlooked and female-centered stories alongside familiar favorites
  • Illustrations reflecting many ages, abilities, body shapes, and skin colors

Expect

  • Forty-two Old and New Testament stories
  • Mindful practices and guided moments of wonder

Where it sits

Old Testament Stories87%
Bible Stories82%
New Testament Stories16%

Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.

Publisher categories

  • Bible Stories
  • Christianity for Kids
  • Biblical Reference
Authors
Mariko Clark
Publisher
Random House Children's Books
Published
September 24, 2024
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Belonging and identity · Inclusive biblical representation · Contemplation and wonder
Reading lane
Bible Stories