Bob Hartman's Act-Along Bible

The Act-Along Bible is an interactive Bible that allows children (and adults) to actively participate in the telling of stories by acting out roles with movement, sounds, and actions. Professional storyteller Bob Hartman has made interaction central to the retelling of 29 Bible stories, making imaginations come alive and helping children become familiar and recall special Bible moments.

Format: Hardback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 20 January 2023
Publisher: SPCK Publishing

I encounter numerous children (and adults) who derive immense joy from engaging in the art of storytelling. At the core of this Act-Along Bible lies a strong emphasis on active participation! Renowned professional storyteller, performer, and award-winning children's author Bob Hartman has placed interaction at the forefront of the retelling of these 29 Bible stories. The narrator and participants actively engage in portraying roles through movement, sounds, and actions, bringing the stories to life. As children immerse themselves in the narrative, their imaginations soar, allowing them to pretend they are part of the story. They can become Noah's sons, aiding their father in constructing the ark, Hebrew families reliving the events of the Exodus, soldiers in Gideon's army, shepherds on the hills surrounding Bethlehem, fishermen on the Sea of Galilee, and donkeys carrying Jesus into Jerusalem. The interactive narrative ensures that children remain fully immersed in the storytelling experience, while also fostering a sense of fun, humor, and creativity, aiding in their familiarity and recollection of cherished Bible moments. This captivating approach makes it an ideal tool for exploring the stories of the Old and New Testaments both at home, in children's groups, and in classrooms.

Dimension: 215 x 170 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780745979427
Edition number: New ed