Favorite Bible Books and Podcasts for Children

December 23, 2025 Treehouse Schoolhouse

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As a parent, one of my greatest hopes is to help my children understand the Bible and develop a strong, personal faith as they grow.

To nurture this, we regularly turn to God’s Word — whether through family study at home, church gatherings, or encouraging older children to have their own private Bible reading practice. Over the years, I’ve found that having a variety of Bible-based resources readily available is invaluable. From books and podcasts to television shows and music, these tools have deepened my children’s understanding, sparked meaningful conversations, and made learning about the Bible both accessible and enjoyable.

In this blog, I’m sharing some of my favorite Bible resources for kids, including engaging Bibles, storybooks, faith-filled podcasts, uplifting television shows, and inspiring music. These selections are designed to bring the Bible to life in ways that are easy for children to understand, filled with powerful messages, and effective in helping young minds connect with Biblical truths. Whether you’re guiding your child through family Bible study or encouraging them to explore Scripture on their own, these resources will make the journey both enriching and enjoyable.

In this blog post:

  • Favorite Bible books for kids
  • Favorite Bible curriculum for families to study together
  • Favorite Bible podcasts for kids
  • Favorite Bible television shows for kids
  • Favorite Bible music for kids

Favorite Bible books for kids

Bibles and Bible story books

I love having different Bibles or Bible story books for my children to have for reading, or to reference as we work through Bible stories in our home devotionals or homeschool studies. Here are some I have loved over the years.

  • ESV Children’s Bible – I love for children to have their own Bibles to learn how to find books of the Bible and read Bible verses aloud.
  • The Jesus Storybook Bible by Sally Lloyd-Jones – This is a beautiful Bible story book that focuses on the role of Jesus in every story in the Bible
  • The Ology: Ancient Truths, Ever New by Marty Machowski and Andy McGuire – This is a beginner Bible theology book written to help kids of all ages understand who God is and how we, as his children, relate to him.
  • The Biggest Story by Kevin DeYoung – This book connects the garden of Eden to Christ’s death on the cross with beautiful illustrations
  • The Beginner’s Gospel Story Bible by Jared Kennedy – This is a Bible story book written for toddlers and preschoolers that retells Bible stories in a simple and compelling way.
  • The Gospel Story Bible by Marty Machowski – This easy-to-read storybook introduces readers to captivating people, places, and events in Christian History from both the Bible’s Old and New Testaments, showing how each one ultimately points to Jesus Christ.
  • The Story: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People – This chapter book condenses the Bible into 31 chapters and lets the Bible read in a continuous narrative, allowing the stories, poems, and teachings of the Bible to read like a novel.
  • The Action Bible: God’s Redemptive Story – This book condenses Bible stories into easy to read comic book form, and is a fun way to let older kids engage with Bible stories.
  • The Adventure Bible for Early Readers – This Bible is designed in full color to make the Bible engaging for young readers with key verses highlighted and interested facts along the way.

Christian book series for kids

Favorite Bible Books for Kids

There are some other books that focus on Biblical truths, stories of courageous Christians in history, or books that spark important conversations with our kids. 

  • Little Pilgrim’s Big Journey by Lithos Kids – This is an illustrated version of the classic story, Pilgrim’s Progress, that is designed to equip children to lead a life of faith.
  • Tales That Tell the Truth series – These are some of my favorite Bible picture books for kids. Many of the titles are now available with the Yoto Player.
  • The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls series – These adventure books give a new perspective on Bible stories are are easy for young children to read independently.
  • Courageous and Bold Bible Heroes by Shirley Raye Redmond – Each chapter profiles a different Bible hero and shows how they exhibited bravery and overcame their own weakness to achieve amazing things for God.
  • Hero Tales by Dave Jackson and Neta Jackson – This book series profiles different Christian heroes and their personal stories and journeys.

Favorite Bible curriculum for families to study together

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If you are looking to form a habit of family Bible study in your family, these are some Bible studies I love that I have used with my family.

  • Rooted Family Bible CurriculumRooted is a Charlotte Mason-inspired family Bible curriculum with 18 weeks of Bible lessons designed to cultivate deep roots in the word of God. This study is designed to help children understand their own identity in Christ, devotion to God, and Biblical wisdom. This robust curriculum includes Scripture reading, poetry, classical art, hands-on connection activities, and more.
  • Flourish Family Bible CurriculumFlourish is designed with the same format as Rooted, with the goal of helping children learn how to bear the fruits of the Spirit in their lives as they grow. The study includes identifying Christian mission, understanding Christian virtues, and practicing love towards others.
  • Our 24 Family Ways and Light the WayOur 24 Family Ways by Clay Clarkson is a wonderful study for families. This is a tool to train your children in the way they should go, teach them Bible truths and principles, train them in Christian character and values, and strengthen their relationship with the Lord. Our coordinating set Light the Way includes opportunities for Scripture memorization and copywork that coordinates with the study.
  • The Bible Recap – One study we are adding this year is The Bible Recap by Tara-Leigh Cobble. This study is a one-year guide to reading the Bible with versions for adults, older children (ages 8-12), and younger children ages 6 and up. The study includes 365 Scripture reading with a short passage of insights for each day of study.

Favorite Bible podcasts for kids

Favorite Bible Books for Kids
  • God’s B!g Story presents short conversations and teachings about Biblical concepts in a kid-friendly format. Episodes include prayer, Bible stories, teaching, and songs.
  • Kids Bible Stories showcases delightful Bible stories presented in an engaging way with voices and sound effects. Episodes conclude with an application to connect the story to their lives.
  • Paws & Tales shares truths from God’s Word and character traits taught through stories. The podcast is narrated by forest animals.
  • Nat Theo Nature Lessons Rooted in Bible is a narrated by master naturalist, Bible teacher, and author Eryn Lynum explores how God’s wild and wonderful world is full of amazing life lessons.
  • Discovery Mountain is Bible-based audio adventures where characters experience mystery, overcome obstacles, and exercise their faith in God.
  • Tiny Theologians is a podcast that explores Biblical theology for kids. Each week, the hosts adventure through the alphabet and a corresponding attribute of God.
  • Lamplighter’s Kids Stories – Lamplighter’s Kids Stories approaches traditional virtues like beauty, courage, and grace through fun and engaging stories. Simple discussion questions are asked at the end to help kids think through the virtues in the stories.

Favorite Bible videos for kids 

  • Bibleman is an animated adventure series that shares God’s Word and teaches children to rely on God at all times. The core of the series is to teach kids to use God’s Word to fight fear, despair, pride, and other issues along the way.
  • The Torchlighters is a series that follows heroes of faith and displays how God works through those who dedicate their lives to serving Him.
  • Superbook is an animated series that tells Bible stories through the adventures of two children who travel back in time to witness Biblical events. The series teaches children about the Bible and Christian values in an engaging way.
  • The Chosen is a historical television series that tells the story of the life of Jesus and His ministry. This study includes familiar Bible studies told from a new, refreshing perspective. Parents should consider if this show is age appropriate for their children, and may be better suited for older children or teenagers.
  • The Bible Project is a series of illustrated videos that show how the Bible is a unified story that leads to Jesus. These are helpful when we are studying a particular book or topic together.

Favorite Bible music for kids

  • Seeds Kids Worship is Scripture-based worship music to help kids love God and worship Him. Many of the songs are direct translations of Scripture and help kids memorize Bible verses.
  • Steve Green’s Hide Em’ In Your Heart Bible Melodies help children memorize Scripture with Bible verses set to music.
  • Slugs and Bugs are Bible-based songs designed to give families a way to sing together, laugh together, and learn about the nature of God.

What Bible resources do you and your children love? Share your favorites in the comments below.

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