How to talk about God to my child: 7 books to help them discover Christ

As a Christian parent, it is not always easy to awaken our children to religion and to the Love of Christ. Sometimes we are too theoretical, too imprecise, or we do not find the right method to effectively capture their attention on a subject that is essential ✝️

It is our duty to pass on the Word of God to our little miracles on legs 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The sooner, of course, the better to anchor the Love of the Lord in their hearts. But then, how and when to talk about the Eternal and Christ to our children? 

How to talk about God to my child?

In an ideal world, our child would come home from catechism with stars in their eyes, excited by the fabulous discoveries they made during their religious classes 👼🏽 Unfortunately, reality is often different. It is up to us, parents, to take over and complement the teachings given to our little ones. 

Indeed, God has not only appointed us as the physical guardians of our children, but we must also ensure their spiritual education. 

Yet, in everyday life, we can quickly be overwhelmed by the demands of life on Earth. It is not always easy to talk about our faith with our children.  

So what is the solution? 

Well, you just have to bring the Eternal into our daily routine and that of our little ones ✨ Religion should not be reserved for occasional events like Communion or Lent, it should be part of our everyday life. It is the best way to awaken and maintain love for Christ in our respective homes. 

One of the simplest and most effective ways is to create a time of devotion with our children, during which we can answer their questions and discuss the different themes that make up the Christian faith. 

And for that, books are an incredible way to encourage reflection and create discussion. Here is our selection of 7 Christian books to talk about God with our children from the youngest to the oldest 📚

7 books to introduce my child to the religion of Christ

Our selection of Christian books for the very young

Here is a bible ideal for toddlers. 48 sturdy pages with beautiful illustrations that recount the major events told in the Bible: Creation, the story ofAdam and Eve up to that of the early Christians.

Ideal for starting to talk about God and Our Lord Christ for children from 0 to 3 years old and to familiarize them with the story of our world.

• The Bible of my baptism, Sophie de Mullenheim and Sejung Kim 

A bible with soft illustrations and pastel tones in the style of Bible for babies. Its short texts and foam cover make it perfectly suitable for toddlers. 

This first bible is a real little gem. If you are a godfather or godmother, this book will make an ideal gift for a baptism. 

•  My evening prayer box, Gaëlle Tertrais

How to talk about religion to your child, without him learn to pray ? Yes, the prayer is a pillar of our faith. It is one of the foundations of our relationship with the Eternal. 

This prayer box is a creative and original initiative as we like. It includes 40 prayers to pick from. A perfect tool to establish the evening prayer ritual at bedtime. 

• My little baptism book, Delphine Sauliere D'Izarny-Gargas and Claire Brenier 

Here is a little ideal book to prepare your child for baptism and make him understand thethe course of the ceremony. 

We accompany this little family throughout the stages of the first sacrament of the youngest. The sentences are simple and adapted to toddlers. The best way to explain to your child from birth to Christian life with words and illustrations that he can understand.

Our selection of Christian books for older readers 

• The Bible in comics, various authors 

 Our favorite: The Bible in comics from Bayard Jeunesse editions. Adapted for older readers who already master reading perfectly, this illustrated Bible is a gem. 

It traces the Old and New Testaments in 420 pages. It includes the great biblical stories and sacred characters who have marked humanity: the Creation, Noah's Ark, and also the Tower of Babel passing through Abraham, Moses, and of course Jesus our Savior. 

A book perfectly suited for teenagers who want to learn more about our beautiful religion in a playful and original way. The texts are accurate and encourage reflection. A quality medium to approach God with your child and establish a space for spiritual discussion and exchange. 

• The life of Jesus in comics, various authors 

Still from Bayard Jeunesse editions, here is a fun way to teach your child the life of Jesus Christ our Savior. 

From His birth in Bethlehem to His Sacrifice on the cross, this comic book traces the life of the Messiah in 44 beautifully illustrated pages. 

• Saints, Charlotte Grossetete, Nans Graal and Stephanie Son

Another little treasure to give to your child. The book Saints tells the stories of 15 great Christian Saints including Saint Francis of Assisi, Joan of Arc, and Mother Teresa. 

The illustrations are simply sublime. The book consists of biography, comics, timelines, and prayers to the Saints. All punctuated with very interesting little anecdotes. Perfect for our teenagers to meet these pious characters whose lives were marked by the Grace of the Lord. A gem!

Here are 7 books to pass on the Divine Word to our little ones and discuss it with them. And you, how do you talk about religion with your children? Share your experiences with us in the comments! ⬇️