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NLT BIBLE FOR KIDS
Why the New Living Translation?
The New Living Translation (NLT) is faithful to the original texts, clear for all readers, and a joy to read aloud.
A first “real” Bible for kids.
The Discovery Bible is not a storybook or an abridged version of the Bible. The illustrations and content are woven into the full NLT text. of the New Living Translation.
Readable and trustworthy.
Kids can comfortably read the text, and families can trust that the translation communicates the message of the Bible simply and reliably.
A bridge to help kids begin discovering the Bible.
The Discovery Bible helps kids as young as 7 or 8 begin to read the Bible independently and continue reading it into their tween years.
What makes The Discovery Bible different?
Traces three big themes
This Bible is built around the idea of discovery, and this added content invites children not just to read, but to explore.
HAND-DRAWNILLUSTRATIONS
The Discovery Bible creatively develops themes and other content through original illustration.
Tells One Connected Story
The Discovery Bible helps children understand how each character or event fits into one connected story.
Grounds Imagination in Scripture
Each scene is shaped by biblical, historical, and theological insight. Rather than using popular or recycled depictions, we returned to the Bible itself.
Visualizes the World of the Bible
The Discovery Bible helps children appreciate the ancient context of the Bible.
Uses Light as a Design Language
Light plays a central role in this Bible. Light is used in many illustrations to communicate God’s presence and protection.
Encourages Discovery
This Bible prompts kids to be curious, ask questions, and grow in their understanding of God, themselves, and the world.
Conveys Wisdom and Wonder
Every detail, every line, every scene is part of a greater mission: to make God’s Word not just understood but experienced.
DISCOVERY BIBLE QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Discovery Bible?
The Discovery Bible is a full Bible built specifically for kids ages 8–12, designed to bridge the gap between a simplified storybook Bible and a dense study Bible. It pairs the complete New Living Translation with hand-drawn illustrations, maps, and a built-in guided reading system centered on three big questions: Who is God? Who am I? What is God's Big Plan? These questions help kids read Scripture with real understanding, not just exposure.
Is the Discovery Bible a complete Bible?
Yes. It contains the full NLT text of all 66 books. It is the complete, unsimplified text, not a paraphrased retelling or a storybook version. The illustrations, content boxes, and other features sit alongside the real text, always ensuring that kids are encountering God's Word first and foremost.
What age is The Discovery Bible for?
This Bible is designed for ages 8–12. This is a stage when kids have typically outgrown a storybook Bible but aren't yet ready for the density of an adult study Bible. When kids are asking bigger, more abstract questions about their faith and identity, the Discovery Bible provides a place for those queries to land. However, although independent reading of the Discovery Bible might be challenging for kids under 8, this Bible is still a great option for family read aloud and group Sunday school instruction.
Why is the New Living Translation good for kids?
The NLT is a genuine, scholarly translation written in clear, contemporary language, which means kids can read the actual words of Scripture without getting stuck on unfamiliar sentence structure or outdated phrasing. It removes the language barrier so a child's attention goes toward understanding the passage, not decoding it.
What makes the Discovery Bible different?
Its biggest differentiator is the three-question guided system built into the text: Who is God? Who am I? What is God's Big Plan? Rather than adding more content, it gives kids a consistent framework they can apply to any passage in the Bible. These opportunities for reflection are paired with hand-drawn illustrations created from scratch and content boxes that explain customs, define terms, and raise discussion questions.
What features are included?
The Discovery Bible includes the full NLT text, hand-drawn illustrations, content boxes tied to the 3 big questions, discovery boxes for customs and definitions, maps, family trees, book introductions, and Memory Mission verse challenges. All of these features are built to support a child reading independently or alongside a parent, teacher, or caregiver.
• From the Editor
“Our hope is that children reading The Discovery Bible will grow in faith, in curiosity, and in understanding — that God’s Word truly becomes the lamp that guides their feet."
Heather Owens
Editor, The Discovery Bible
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