Resources for preteens

APOLOGETIC MEMORY CARDS:

Apologetics “Memory Cards” – great resource; free PDF download from “Local Church Apologetics”

BIBLES for preteens:

“The Action Bible” – by Sergio Cariello (comic book format).

The Adventure Bible”by Lawrence O. Richards (NIV or NIrV for younger readers).

BOOKS – APOLOGETIC / CREATION for preteens:

“Big Book of History” – by Laura Welch a 15 foot fold-out time-line from Creation to Modern Computers; from “Master Books”.

“Censored Science: the Suppressed Evidence” – by chemical engineer and founder of “Search for the Truth”, Bruce Malone; offers quality, full color photography; “fifty truths of creation are presented here, each with a ‘skeptics corner’ to provide answers to some common objections by intellectual folks”; site founder highly recommends for preteens, teens, & adults!


“Chronicles of Dinosauria” – by David Woetzel, founder of “DinoDave.com” and President of Genesis Park”; “aims to prove that dinosaurs and humans once lived alongside each other. Similarities between dragons and dinosaurs, controversial human-dinosaur footprint tracks, Moche pottery depictions, accounts of fossils ‘younger’ than the record, and modern cryptozoological expeditions are all shown as lines of evidence leading towards a literal-biblical model that supports a hypothesis of human-dinosaur interaction”.

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“Cold Case Christianity for Kids” – by J. Warner Wallace, former cold case homicide detective.

“Fact or Fantasy: a Study in Christian Apologetics for Children” – by David Walters, author of books for preteens, ie.“Kids in Combat: Training Children and Youth to Be Powerful for God” &. “The Armor of God”: a Children’s Bible Study in Ephesians 6:10-18″.

“Flooded: the world that then existed perished, being flooded with water – 2 Peter 3:6″ – by Jeff Miller, Ph.D., author & speaker; high-quality, colorful, & engaging book offering fossil, geological, historical, genetic, etc. evidence for Noah’s Flood; available through “Apologetics Press” (AP); free leader resources available to those who purchase the book; this site founder purchased it and highly recommends – fantastic resource!

“Forensic Faith” – by J. Warner Wallace, former cold case homicide detective.

“God’s Crime Scene for Kids” – by J. Warner Wallace, former cold case homicide detective.

“Is God Real? Prove It! A Child’s Defense” – by Pam Antoun.

“Jesus Is Not the Answer to Every Sunday School Question: Book 1: Foundations” – by Dan Kreft, founder of “Dan Kreft: Seven Foot Apologist”; excellent apologetic resource for preteens, leaders, and parents, but also for teens and adults; one of three books in series – each covering different aspects of apologetics; “tells the story of his journey as a Sunday school teacher, introduces the unusual class format in a sample letter to the parents, and then goes on to tackle the following questions: Why should anyone believe the Bible? What and when was the beginning? Did God use the big bang?, and Why is the age of the earth is such a big deal?” (site founder favorite).

“Jesus Is Not the Answer to Every Sunday School Question: Book 2: Who is God?,” – by Dan Kreft, founder of “Dan Kreft: Seven Foot Apologist”; excellent apologetic resource for preteens, leaders, and parents, but also for teens and adults; one of three books in series – each covering different aspects of apologetics; addresses in compact and entertaining form the question of God’s identity. As one popular theologian aptly put it, “Nearly every single theological heresy stems from a misunderstanding of who God is.” (site founder favorite).

“Jesus Is Not the Answer to Every Sunday School Question: Book 3: Practical Apologetics,” – by Dan Kreft, founder of “Dan Kreft: Seven Foot Apologist”; excellent apologetic resource for preteens, leaders, and parents, but also for teens and adults; one of three books in series; “takes the principles learned in the first two volumes of his book (“Foundations,” and “Who is God?”) and applies them to situations from everyday life”; “also presents biblical answers to questions that come from our culture“; (site founder favorite).

“One Blood for Kids: What the Bible Says About Race” – by Ken Ham, founder of “Answers in Genesis” (AIG).

“Resurrection iWitness” – by Doug Powell; also available in paperback, but hardcover is really nice.


“The Fallacy Detective: Thirty-Eight Lessons on How to Recognize Bad Reasoning” – by Nathaniel Bluedorn & Hans Bluedorn; much needed resource on logic and identifying false arguments for preteens & up.

“Young Defenders” series of 4 books on apologetics for kids – by Melissa Cain Travis; image from “How Do We Know God Is Really There?”.

BOOKS CHRISTIAN HISTORY for preteens (also in History section):

“Brave Heroes and Bold Defenders: 50 True Stories of Daring Men of God” -by: Shirley Raye Redmond.

“Christian Heroes Then & Now” series – by Janet and Geoff Benge; image of “Hudson Taylor” book.

“In God We Trust: Stories of Faith in American History” – by Timothy Crater and Ranelda Hunsicker (could not find bios).

“John Stott: The Humble Leader” – biography for preteens of faithful Christian leader, teacher, and apologist; by Julia Cameron.

“Kingdom Files” series – by Matt Koceich; image is from “Who Was Daniel?”.

“Light Keepers: Ten Girls Who… “ series; 5-Volume Boxed Set – by: Irene Howat; books can be purchased individually as well; “some of the greatest people in Christian history were once kids just like them who grew up to influence the lives around them. When they read stories about great women of faith, they’ll be encouraged to change the world! Includes the books: “Ten Girls Who Changed the World”, “Ten Girls Who Used Their Talents”, “Ten Girls Who Made a Difference”, “Ten Girls Who Didn’t Give in”, and “Ten Girls Who Made History”.

“New England Primer” (from 1776) – reprinted 1991 by David Barton of “Wallbuilders”.

“The Story of In God We Trust: Discovering Our Nation’s Heritage” – by John Hudson Tiner, author of numerous books for older kids (historical biographies and books on science and math).

“Trailblazers” series; image of Michael Faraday (considered “world’s greatest experimental physicist”) book by Derick Bingham, one of series offering preteens 30 different books of heroes of the Christian faith throughout history; various authors.

DVDs – APOLOGETIC / CREATION:

“Buddy Davis’ Amazing Adventures” – engaging half hour adventure videos by Buddy Davis of “Answers in Genesis” (AIG); image and trailer from “Swamp Man”.


“Creation Proclaims”– 30-minute videos to enjoy with family or use for ministry; image and trailer from Creation Proclaims IV (Amazon & Beyond); with former evolutionist and founder of “Biblical Discipleship Ministries”, Dr. Jobe Martin, and Dan, the Animal Man.

“Training and Equipping the Next Generation to Reach a World in Darkness” – by David Rives, founder of “David Rives Ministries” & Mike Riddle, founder of “Creation Training Institute” (CTI) ; “learn how to educate the next generation so they can witness to a lost and dying world”; one of “Wonders Without Number” DVD series.

“Incredible Creatures that Defy Evolution I, II, & III” – 30- minute videos to enjoy with family or use for ministry; image and trailer from Volume I; with former evolutionist and founder of “Biblical Discipleship Ministries”, Dr. Jobe Martin; can be purchased individually or as a set from “Exploration Films”.

“Patterns of Evidence for Young Explorers” – 5 episode DVDs with evidence for the biblical account from filmmaker & researcher, Tim Mahoney (“I spent 12 years asking the question, “Is the Bible true?”  If it wasn’t then what should I put my faith in? What I found was an amazing pattern of evidence that matched many of the events recorded in the Bible.”); image & trailer from Episode 1, “The Adventure of Abraham’s Promise”; also offer Patterns of Evidence – Exodus for teens & adults.


“Science Confirms the Bible” – 37-minute DVD by Ken Ham of “Answers in Genesis” (AIG); includes 7 video clips; “Ken Ham tackles the biggest creation/evolution questions that he’s constantly asked by teens. Over a dozen ‘hot topics’ are answered with the humor and intensity that has made this Australian-born educator one of the most-requested Christian speakers in America.”



“The Wild Brothers” 8 volumes, 30 minutes each; trailers from “Welcome to our World”, Volume 1, and “Preparing for Departure”, Volume 7; available as a set or individually; all ages will enjoy the fun adventures of 4 brothers on mission with their parents in Southeast Asia; from Answers in Genesis”(AIG); have video blog on their YouTube channel.

DVDs – CHRISTIAN HISTORY for preteens (also in History section):

“Animated Hero Classics” – sample trailer from “Elijah” – by “NEST Entertainment”; 30 minute quality animated stories of heroes throughout history (without their faith being gleaned out):  George Washington, Thomas Edison, Pocahontas, Joan of Arc, Christopher Columbus, the Wright Brothers, William Bradford, the Maccabees, Benjamin Franklin, Alexander Graham Bell, Abraham Lincoln, Galileo, Beethoven, Marco Polo, Louis Pasteur, Florence Nightingale, Madame Curie, & Leonardo de Vinci; for each video, a quality coloring book is available; DVDs also available as a complete set.


Sample 5 minute video, “Metaphor in Biblical Poetry” from the “How to Study Your Bible” series; helpful free downloadable videos with active animated drawings & narrated commentary for every book of the Bible and for major themes of the Bible; offers a “Read Scripture” reading plan (view online or download & print) to read through the whole Bible in one year & watch related video teachings as you read – intro video clip.




“Torchlighters: Heroes of the Faith” – by “Christian History Institute” & “Voice of the Martyrs” 30-minute animated true stories of inspirational Christian throughout history: Harriet Tubman, Martin Luther, Amy Carmichael, John Bunyan, John Wesley, Corrie Ten Boom, William Booth, Perpetua, Augustine, Eric Liddell, Samuel Morris, Richard Wurmbrand, Jim Elliott, William Tyndale, & Gladys Aylward; also available as complete set.

ONLINE CHRISTIAN VIDEO GAMES:

“Aetherlight” – online membership video game for Christian youth; “Engage with the Resistance as they begin their immense task of restarting the Great Engines to drive back the fog and find the Great Engineer.”

“David”trailer for new membership Bible video game that brings the story of David alive to youth; still in crowdfunding to complete the rest of David’s life, so membership is free for now.

ONLINE VIDEOS:

“Creation Ministries International” (CMI) – “Creation for Kids” – articles, games, & activities; see video clips from CMI below.

“David Rives Ministries” (DRM) – sample video clip of “Dinosaur Soft Tissue” has video clips on his website and can subscribe to his YouTube channel; David Rives offers many resources.

“Institute for Creation Research” (ICR) – “That’s a Fact” 1 -2 minute high-quality video clips on various topics.

“KidsPray.tv is for kids, by kids!” – exists “to help kids become spiritual champions and connect with God! To ​empower kids to use their unique gifts to lead other kids in knowing Christ”; see videos on their YouTube channel.

“Pursue God – Kids” sample 3-minute video What is Salvation?”; site to”help kids and families pursue God one topic at a time, at church and at home”.

“Real Cool History for Kids” – podcast from homeschooling mom, Angela O’Dell; “amazing stories from history, told from a Biblical perspective”.

“The Bible Project”helpful free videos with active animated drawings & narrated commentary for every book of the Bible and for major themes of the Bible; offers “Read Scripture” reading plan (view online or download & print) to read through the whole Bible in one year & watch related video teachings as you read – intro video clip.

NOVELS:

“The Almighty Bible”, A Biblically Accurate Graphic Novel series – by Almighty Bible Team from U.S. & Korea; image from “Joshua & Judges”.

“Chronicles of Narnia” series; sold individually or as a set; image from “Prince Caspian” – by C.S. Lewis.

“Journey to Freedom” – historical novel by Gilbert Morris.

“Johnny Lazarus in Mountain Miracle: Learning to Trust God When Your Fear Reaches Its Peak!!” (Volume 4 from The Adventures of Johnny Lazarus series) – by Speaker, Storyteller, Comedian, & Author, Keith D Poletiek; set of 4 books available as a set.

Way of the Warrior Kid: From Wimpy to Warrior the Navy SEAL Way: A Novel” – by Jocko Willink, of “Echelon Front”; {note from site founder: only preteen resource listed not specifically Christian, but is included because it teaches helpful life principles (personal responsibility, how to set goals & meet them, humility, overcoming fear, dealing with a bully, etc.); told from 5th grader’s perspective about his summer with Navy Seal uncle; author wrote two sequels: “Marc’s Mission: Way of the Warrior Kid: A Novel” and “Way of the Warrior Kid 3: Where there’s a Will… Kids Fitness, Martial Arts and Empowerment: A Novel” {note: site founder has not read sequels}; author has also written leadership books for adults.

OUTREACH BOOKS (also listed in Outreach section).

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SPIRITUAL GROWTH BOOKS – also see Kids’ Bible studies (scroll down page):