Treasury of Bible Stories - Hardcover

Treasury of Bible Stories - Illustrated Biblical Collection for Children

The timeless tales from the early books of the Bible have captivated generations. In this lush storybook, the fresh voice of lyrical storyteller Donna Jo Napoli and the lavish artwork of Christina Balit bring classic stories to life for a young, modern audience.

27 Classic Biblical Stories in One Beautifully Illustrated Volume

This comprehensive treasury brings together the Bible's most powerful narratives in a format designed for modern families. Noah's Ark, Moses, David and Goliath, the ten plagues, Daniel and the lions' den, Jonah and the giant fish, and 21 additional stories are compellingly retold with accessibility and depth. Each account is paired with stunning artwork that helps young readers visualize ancient biblical times.

Award-Winning Illustrator Christina Balit

Christina Balit, celebrated illustrator of National Geographic's acclaimed treasury series including Treasury of Greek Mythology, Treasury of Egyptian Mythology, and Treasury of Norse Mythology, brings her distinctive artistic style to these biblical narratives. Her lavish illustrations transform each page into a visual experience that captures children's attention and imagination.

Educational Content Beyond Religious Teaching

These stories cover essential ground in culture, history, and geography while exploring universal themes that remain relevant today. Children encounter lessons about faith, loyalty, kindness, violence, generosity, greed, and jealousy through narratives that have shaped civilization. The accessible storytelling gives kids a rich picture of biblical times while encouraging critical thinking about our role in the world.

Perfect for Family Reading and Religious Education

Written by Donna Jo Napoli, linguistics professor at Swarthmore College and author of more than 70 children's books, this treasury features lyrical storytelling that ignites imagination. The readable format makes it ideal for read-aloud sessions, Sunday school curriculum, baptism gifts, and First Communion presents. Families will return to this hardcover collection again and again, discovering new details in both the stories and illustrations.

About the Creators

DONNA JO NAPOLI is professor of linguistics at Swarthmore College, mother of five, grandmother of two, and the author of more than 70 books for children and young adults. While her undergraduate major was mathematics and her graduate work was in linguistics, she has a profound love of mythology, folklore, and fairy tales.

CHRISTINA BALIT is a graduate of the Chelsea School of Art and the Royal College of Art, London. An award-winning dramatist and illustrator, Christina has painted more than 20 children's books, including Blodin and the Beast by Michael Morpurgo, Zoo in the Sky, The Planet Gods, The Lion Bible, National Geographic's treasury series: Treasury of Greek Mythology, Treasury of Egyptian Mythology, Treasury of Norse Mythology, and Tales From the Arabian Nights. Her author titles include Escape From Pompeii, Atlantis, The Legend of the Lost City, and An Arabian Home. Her plays include Woman With Upturned Skirt, The Sentence, and Needle (winner of the Brave New Role award).