Best Children's Christian Baptism Books of 2025

The Beginner’s Bible: Timeless Children's Stories is a bestselling storybook Bible that has been trusted by millions of parents, teachers, pastors, and children for nearly 30 years. The book contains over 90 memorable Bible stories with easy-to-read text that has been parent-tested and children-approved. The bright and vibrant illustrations bring these stories to life, making it an excellent resource for Sunday school and homeschooling. The book is built tough to withstand rough handling and frequent classroom use, making it a highly-recommended addition to the Beginner’s Bible brand. Overall, this book is a wonderful gift for any child who wants to learn about God’s word in a fun and engaging way.

The Jesus Storybook Bible by Zonderkidz is a must-have for parents, grandparents, pastors, and anyone else who wants to introduce children to God’s story. Unlike other kids’ Bibles that contain stories from the Old and New Testaments, this book tells the Story beneath all the stories in the Bible, pointing to Jesus as our Savior. Through beautiful illustrations and easy-to-understand language, children will clearly see that Jesus is at the center of God's great story of salvation. This book is an ideal gift for any age up to 6th grade, as well as church ministry. It is a powerful picture of God's epic love for each one of us.

This beautifully illustrated rhyming book, "Wherever You Go, I Want You to Know," is a wonderful way to teach children about the importance of loving and following Jesus. It's perfect for parents and caregivers who want to express their greatest aspiration for their children. This book reminds them that telling their kids about Jesus is more important than anything else. It's an excellent gift for children aged 3-8 for birthdays, Christmas, or even graduations. Melissa Kruger, the author of this book, has done an excellent job of showcasing the importance of Christian values through her writing.

The NIV Ultimate Bible for Girls, Faithgirlz Edition is a beautiful Bible designed to speak to the hearts of tween girls everywhere. Packed with exciting features that help tween girls better understand themselves and Scripture, this feature-filled Bible teaches girls that the Bible is not only real and relevant but that the story of God and his people is also their story. The NIV translation is accurate, readable, and clear, making the Bible accessible and easy-to-read for kids. Overall, this Bible is an excellent resource for young girls looking to grow in their faith and deepen their understanding of the Bible.

My Little Library: Bible Stories is a collection of 12 board books based on traditional Bible stories. The books are designed to delight babies and toddlers with their whimsical illustrations and simple stories. Each book is small and sturdy, perfect for little fingers, and measures 3x3 inches. The set comes in a keepsake box that houses all 12 books until it's time to bring them out again. Overall, this is a great collection for parents who want to introduce their children to the stories of the Bible in a fun and engaging way.

Baby's First Bible Stories Padded Board Book is an excellent gift choice for Easter, Christmas, Communions, Newborns, Birthdays, Ages 1-6. Written by Rachel Elliot, a freelance writer and editor, this book is a great introduction to the Christian faith for children. The book is published by Cottage Door Press, an independent publisher of high-quality children's books. Their driving philosophy is "reading is learning," and they strive to help parents understand why reading aloud from birth is essential. This book is a perfect example of their commitment to providing an excellent first book experience for children.

The Garden, the Curtain and the Cross Storybook is a beautifully written and illustrated Bible storybook that teaches young children the gospel and helps them understand why Jesus died and rose again. The book takes children on a journey from the Garden of Eden to God’s perfect new creation, with a gospel presentation that focuses on the significance of the temple curtain. The book has received high praise from theologians and pastors, and it is sure to captivate children's attention and win many young lives to Christ. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for parents and teachers who want to teach young children about the gospel in a clear and engaging way.

Winning the War in Your Mind for Teens by Craig Groeschel is an adaptation of his bestselling book, providing practical strategies to challenge negative thinking and change the course of life for the better. The book is specifically designed for teenagers and explains how to rewire the brain, short-circuit mental triggers for negative thinking, and transform the mind through prayer and praise. The book is visually engaging and uses the latest findings of brain science and Scripture to help teenagers live a life of joy and peace. Overall, it is an excellent book for teenagers struggling with self-doubt and negative thinking.

A Saint a Day is a 365-day devotional for children that introduces them to over 300 Christian saints who made remarkable choices to love and serve God. Written for ages 8 to 12, each of the 365 devotions includes a scripture verse, prayer, short summary or inspiring story of a saint, and notable fact. The book features popular saints such as Teresa of Ávila, Francis of Assisi, Juan Diego, and Thomas Aquinas, and has a fresh, kid-friendly design. This daily devotional is an ideal gift for First Communion, Confirmation, or Advent and a unique way to share Catholic Church history with kids.

This Little Grasshopper Books collection includes 12 board books with art based on the life and teachings of Jesus. The simple stories are perfect for babies and toddlers. The small sturdy board books are great for little fingers! Each book is 3x3 inches and the keepsake box houses all 12 books until it's time to bring them out again. The whimsical illustrations bring the stories to life. My Little Library: Stories of Jesus is a great way to introduce young children to the teachings of Jesus in a fun and engaging way.