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| Through the Eyes of a Child - New Insights in Theology from a Child’s perspective by Edited by Anne Richards & Peter Privett To mark the thirtieth anniversary of the United Nations International Year of the Child, this book has been published by Church House Publishing (C of E). The reader must judge whether the contributors to this volume have succeeded in their aim of seeing religious experience through the eyes of a child. Perhaps more importantly the essayists address the still problematic issues of the theology of childhood, children’s theological insights, childhood spirituality, and so on. In spite of decades of observation there still does not seem to be an agreed understanding of the religious development of the child, and certainly no consensus on how that development relates to the adult, and adult religious development. This is a work in progress. Review by Ian Gibbs (12/10/09) |
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| Paperback Price: £19.99 Publisher: Church House Publishing (CHP) Distributed by Hymns Ancient & Modern Published: January 2009 ISBN: 978-0-715-14088-8 View this book on its own page >> |
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| Children's Spirituality: What it is and Why it Matters by Rebecca Nye Spirituality has still to gain credibility in some Christian circles. However Rebecca Nye dispatches any such scepticism with a carefully argued case, suggesting that children’s spirituality is a formative influence on their development. It was Nye, after all, who introduced Godly Play to Britain. Children, she maintains, delightfully lack adult need to define and categorise, thereby separating religious from non-religious. They see mystery as a normal component of existence. Their world erupts with wonder. Therefore Nye reasons that it is time for Churches to take this on board and assess the spiritual merits of all they offer to their children. That is quite a challenge, but her 'Think and discuss...' interjections help focus the mind, and the later chapters offer more detailed guidance. She suggests that our telling of Bible stories should lack prescriptive explanation, a neglect that would still terrify many a Church. Nye even suggests that Churches aren't necessarily the best places to encounter children's spirituality - the bath may be better. There is much here to prompt thought, to encourage conversation, and to transform what we do. It is all presented in a well organised accessible style. I would certainly recommend it to those who work with children, and those who do not see such activity as their particular forté - adding also those who avoid it like the plague. Reviewed by Dr Paul Scott, Leominster Priory. Review by Guest reviewer (23/11/09) |
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| Paperback Price: £8.99 Publisher: Church House Publishing (CHP) Distributed by Hymns Ancient & Modern Published: November 2009 ISBN: 978-0-715-14027-7 View this book on its own page >> |
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| Top Tips on Prompting Prayer - Practical pointers for anyone working with Children and Young People by Sarah Bingham and Vickie Blyth A great book to encourage us all to use creative ways to pray. It is difficult enough for some adults to sit still to pray – let alone children. So this book gives lots of ideas and examples of practical ways to pray but also stresses the principles behind prayer. Though it is a book for those working with children and young people, some elements of the book could be adapted to teach children about the importance of prayer. It’s also full of real life examples of prayer methods which were effective, which are an encouragement to all. It is written in a very easy to digest style and concise enough to read in one sitting, but also very good to dip in and out of. Review by Ann Evans (16/03/09) |
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| Stapled A5 Pbk. Price: £2.99 Publisher: Scripture Union (SU) Published: 18 January 2008 ISBN: 978-1-844-27322-5 View this book on its own page >> |
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| Pretty Much Everything You Need to Know About….. - Working With 5 – 7s by Colin Draper, Helen Franklin and Sara O’Shea This is a thorough book which could be used by an individual or by those wanting to train a team of children’s workers for this age group. It is a book to be read from cover to cover or to dip into for inspiration and encouragement. We are encouraged firstly to understand the view a 5 –7 year old has of life, family, and God. Only when we understand their perception of the world can we help develop their understanding of it and of God. The book gives very clear and honest advice on how to care for the children of today – those from single parent families, from different social and ethnic backgrounds and those with disabilities or illness. Practical ideas are shared in how to put together a team and a programme. A very useful book to have on your bookshelf. Review by Ann Evans (16/03/09) |
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| Paperback Price: £8.99 Publisher: Scripture Union (SU) Published: 18 January 2008 ISBN: 978-1-844-27305-8 View this book on its own page >> |
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| Understanding Children Understanding God by Ronni Lamont Jesus proclaimed “Let the children come to me” so children are important in God’s family. Understanding Children Understanding God works on two levels to help us understand why. Firstly it is an introduction to developmental psychology. Do Sunday School teachers need an understanding of child psychology? Yes and no. This psychological aspect is possibly the weakest part of the book. Children develop at different speeds so to have a strict guide can be less than helpful. Also developmental, or child, psychology is a contentious subject – just think about how often education styles change to suit the newest theory. Even so, the use of developmental psychology can help us take the children in our churches more seriously than is often the case. Where Understanding Children Understanding God is stronger is as an introduction to the Godly Play scheme. This is a religious education system that can be used in Sunday Schools but can also be used in secular schools, hospitals and other “non religious” situations. If Godly Play has a weakness it is its reliance on a specific style of psychology. But if a church is looking to build its children work, especially reaching out to the community Godly Play is a tool worth considering. Review by Phelim McIntyre (18/08/08) |
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| Paperback Price: £12.99 Publisher: SPCK (Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge) Published: 18 October 2007 ISBN: 978-0-281-05820-4 View this book on its own page >> |
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| Rural Children, Rural Church by Rona Orme Though I was born and bred in a big city and spend the best part of my childhood and early adult life in one, I have also spent the last 35 years or so in the countryside and I realise that those that live in the rural areas of our land have very special needs to consider . Over twenty per cent of the rural population is made up of children and these children especially nowadays need to be considered carefully when churches are planning their strategy. So often the children are without sensible and effective transport networks, often when home via the school bus they are not able to get back into a town area for entertainment and company. This is when the rural parish comes into its own in providing some much needed support and activities. This book in the “Sure Foundations” series of Church House Publishing offers very sound advice and guidance to all who are working in young people’s ministry, giving examples of how to improve how to plan and how to attract the young people to church and its connective tissues. Review by Ian Gibson (30/04/07) |
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| Paperback Price: £5.99 Publisher: Church House Publishing (CHP) Distributed by Hymns Ancient & Modern Published: 16 February 2007 ISBN: 978-0-715-14126-7 View this book on its own page >> |
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| Where are the children? by Margaret Withers |
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| Paperback Price: £7.99 ISBN: 978-1-841-01361-9 |
Publisher: Barnabas imprint of BRF
Published: 18 February 2005 |
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| Fired Up...Not Burnt Out by Margaret Withers |
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| Paperback Price: £5.99 ISBN: 978-1-841-01209-4 |
Publisher: Barnabas imprint of BRF
Published: 18 May 2001 |
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| Core Skills - Developing and Extending Key Skills for Children’s Ministry by the Consultative Group on Ministry Among Children |
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| A4 Paperback Price: £12.99 ISBN: 978-1-841-01507-1 |
Publisher: BRF (Bible Reading Fellowship)
Published: 22 September 2006 |
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| Every Child : A Chance to Choose - The Challenge of Children’s Evangelism by Penny Frank |
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| Paperback Price: £4.99 ISBN: 1-842-91053-1 |
Publisher: Children's Ministry
Published: 02 February 2002 |
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| Guide to Tailored Teaching for 5-9s by Sue Price |
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| Paperback Price: £4.99 ISBN: 1-842-91035-3 |
Publisher: Children's Ministry
Published: 02 February 2002 |
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| Guide to Working With 9-13s by Andy Back |
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| Paperback Price: £4.99 ISBN: 1-842-91154-6 |
Publisher: Children's Ministry
Published: 2003 |
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| Working With Under 5s - Pretty Much Everything You Need to Know by Judith Wigley |
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| Paperback Price: £8.99 ISBN: 1-844-27114-5 |
Publisher: Scripture Union (SU)
Published: Summer 2005 |
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| Working With 8 – 10s - Pretty Much Everything You Need to Know by Claire Saunders & Hilary Porritt |
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| Paperback Price: £8.99 ISBN: 1-859-99661-2 |
Publisher: Scripture Union (SU)
Published: 03 June 2003 |
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| Child Rearing for Fun by Anne Atkins |
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| Paperback Price: £8.99 ISBN: 0-310-25417-5 |
Publisher: Zondervan Publishing House
Published: January 2005 |
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| Saying Goodbye To Greg - Understanding Bereavement at Foundation, KS1 and KS2 by Christine Chapman |
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| Paperback Price: £7.99 ISBN: 1-841-01210-6 |
Publisher: Barnabas imprint of BRF
Published: 21 May 2004 |
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| Kids Culture - Understanding the World that Shapes Our Children by Nick Harding |
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| Paperback Price: £8.99 ISBN: 1-859-99676-0 |
Publisher: Scripture Union (SU)
Published: October 2003 |
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| Not Just Sunday - Setting up and Running Midweek Clubs for Children by Margaret Withers |
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| Paperback Price: £3.95 ISBN: 0-715-14982-2 |
Publisher: National Society / Church House Publishing
Published: 2002 |
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| Children in the Heart of God - A Biblical Perspective for Church and Home by Dave Gidney |
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| Paperback Price: £9.99 ISBN: 1-842-91047-7 |
Publisher: David C.Cook formerly Kingsway Publications
Published: 24 January 2003 |
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| Effective Schools Work by Lee Jackson |
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| Paperback Price: £9.99 ISBN: 1-842-91082-5 |
Publisher: David C.Cook formerly Kingsway Publications
Published: 24 January 2003 |
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