Top 5 Kids’ Christian Book Series for Summer

We know the struggle of summer. The kids are home. They’re saying they’re bored.

What do you do?

Well, we’re taking the work out of homework for you
AND your kids!

Harvest House has compiled the list of some of our best, most compelling kids’ book series that will no doubt give kids something fun to do while teaching them all about morals, God’s plan, Jesus, the Bible, and more. From little ones to older kids, we’ve got your summer reading list covered.

Take a look—and a sigh of relief—as you delve into some of our best (and favorite) kid’s books that’ll keep your kids engaged
and repeatedly coming back to the Word.

BABY BELIEVER^® collection

By Danielle Hitchen. Art by Jessica Blanchard.

Baby Believer primers are designed to grow with children, from early infancy through elementary school. In addition to basic Bible theology, Baby Believer board books are filled with quotations from the Bible, creeds, hymns, church fathers, and other articles of faith to help reinforce the content and provide intellectual handholds for older children who possess a greater capacity for learning and memorization.

FOR AGES 0-4

First Bible Basics
A Counting Primer

This unique board book features colorful pages that reframe vitally important biblical content into the manageable concept of basic numbers (1-10) for your young child. Help your child learn to count and become familiar with basic Bible theology.

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Psalms of Praise
A Movement Primer

This unique board book features colorful pages that introduce little ones to powerful Scriptures from the book of Psalms while teaching them the many ways they can move their body to praise God. Help them move closer to knowing Jesus as their Savior.

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Let There Be Light
An Opposites Primer

Your family will love this unique board book! Using colorful, engaging artwork,
Let There Be Light introduces little ones to the Creation story as a vehicle for understanding opposites, a crucial concept in early cognitive development.
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Holy Week
An Emotions Primer

Holy Week introduces little ones to a wide range of emotions as they follow Jesus through the final week of His life. Help them learn about basic emotions, such as joy, anger, sadness, fear, and more. And they will learn more about Jesus.
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CALLED AND COURAGEOUS GIRLS series

Bible Heroes That Inspire Your Child’s Faith in God
By Rachel Spier Weaver and Anna Haggard. Artwork by Eric Elwell.

Through examples of steadfast faith and—ultimately—God’s direction, the
Called and Courageous Girls series invites your children to answer God’s calling to discover and use their talents, passions, and gifts to journey with Him on a lifelong adventure.

FOR AGES 3-7

A Brave Big Sister
A Bible Story About Miriam

Miriam is the best big sister a kid could ever have. She saves her baby brother, Moses, from death and then helps him out when he becomes the leader of God’s people. Kids will learn how to be brave by following Miriam’s shining example.

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An Extraordinary Teacher
A Bible Story About Priscilla

A born teacher, Priscilla uses the gifts God has given her to grow the early church. She joins Paul on his missionary journeys, planting churches and mentoring others. Most important, she follows God’s call for her life and leaves an incredible legacy.

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A Fearless Leader
A Bible Story About Deborah

Learn the story of Deborah, an imaginative and perceptive young girl who grows up to be a natural leader, sharing God’s will with His people and helping them solve difficult problems. With God’s help, you can be just like Deborah—called and courageous!

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An Unexpected Hero
A Bible Story About Rahab

When two Israelite spies come to her door seeking a place to hide, God’s special plan for Rahab is revealed. And because of her faithfulness and courage, God saves her and her family, redeeming her life and making her a part of Jesus’ family tree.

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TALES OF BUTTERCUP GROVE

By Wendy Dunham, Illustrations by Michal Sparks.

In the tradition of timeless classics such as
The Tale of Peter Rabbit and The Many Adventures of the Winnie the Pooh, The Tales of Buttercup Grove series introduces young readers to the many fun adventures of Skunk, Raccoon, and the rest of their woodland friends. Along the way, your child will learn timeless Christian values, such as sharing, compassion, kindness, encouragement, and patience, and learn a key Bible verse at the end of each story.

FOR AGES 4-8

A Windy Spring Day
God Gives Us Friends When We’re Afraid

Skunk and Raccoon make the best of a blustery day when they make a kite together and invite all their pals in Buttercup Grove over to help them fly it. Young readers will learn timeless Christian values, such as friendship and sharing.

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Sunflower Summer
God Gives Us Friends When We Need to Wait

Raccoon’s plan to plant sunflower seeds hit a bump when he realizes it will take all summer for the flowers to grow. How long can he and his friends wait? Early readers will learn timeless Christian values, such as patience and cooperation.

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Autumn Is for Apple Pie
God Gives Us Friends When We’re Having a Bad Day

It seems everyone in Buttercup Grove is having a bad day. But Raccoon turns his friends’ frowns upside down with an invitation to join him at Skunk’s house to make apple pie. In the end, kindness and friendship make everyone’s bad day better.

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Winter Snow Fun
God Gives Us Friends When We’re Ready for Adventure

The first snowfall of the season finally arrives in Buttercup Grove. Skunk and Raccoon invite their friends to join in a day of winter fun. When plans change, the woodland pals learn the fun doesn’t have to end when you’re spending time with friends.

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TEAM DUNGY series

By Tony and Lauren Dungy. Illustrations by Guy Wolek.

The
Team Dungy series of picture books for young readers teaches character-building lessons through the familiar world of sports.

FOR AGES 6-9

Maria Finds Courage
A Team Dungy Story About Soccer

When Maria’s family signs her up for the soccer team in her new town, Maria gets scared. She’s never tried soccer before. Coach Tony and Coach Lauren help Maria find the courage to try something new. What have you wanted to try but were afraid to?

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Austin Plays Fair
A Team Dungy Story About Football

Austin loves playing flag football, but his team has lost six games in a row and he doesn’t like losing. When Austin’s team starts cheating to win, will he stand up for what’s right? And what would you do if you were in Austin’s shoes?

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BIBLE INFOGRAPHICS collection

From Harvest House Publishers

FOR AGES 9-12

Bible Infographics for Kids
Giants, Ninja Skills, a Talking Donkey, and What’s the Deal with the Tabernacle?

Kids and adults alike will love this craze-mazing collection of infographic spreads designed to make the key concepts, important people, and unusual facts about the Bible come alive. From Genesis to Revelation, see God’s plan for His creation unfold.

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Bible Infographics for Kids Volume 2
Light and Dark, Heroes and Villains, and Mind-Blowing Bible Facts

Volume 2 is all about opposites—light and darkness, angels and demons, heaven and hell, and much more. Explore these topics in a new and exciting way with colorful graphics that help your child understand the Bible better than they ever have before.
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