For Kids: Elisabeth Elliot, The Brave Girl Who Chose to Love | Children's Biography - Do Great Things for God Series
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Biography · CHILDREN · Christian
Elisabeth Elliot
The BRAVE GIRL WHO CHOSE TO LOVE
Written by Ellen Vaughn, Illustrated by Emma Randall
Published by The Good Book Co.
ABOUT THIS BOOK:
A true tale of forgiveness and courageous missionary work, the story of Elisabeth Elliot shows kids that God is always with them, even when things are hard.
Kids will follow Elisabeth as her childhood dream of being a missionary leads her to Ecuador and eventually to forgiving the tribe responsible for the death of her husband, Jim. She went on to live as a missionary among them.
Vivid illustrations of Elisabeth’s adventurous life in the jungle will fascinate readers as they discover that…
Forgiveness is part of following Jesus
Sharing the gospel is important, amazing work
God is always with us and will always take care of us
This book is part of the Do Great Things for God series, designed to show kids how God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. Download free extras, such as worksheets, to help children interact with the true story and think of ways in which they can also follow God and encourage his people today.
My Thoughts:
As huge fans of the Do Great Things for God series, my daughter and I were super excited for Elisabeth Elliot’s story. The wife of martyred missionary Jim Elliot, Elisabeth bravely chose love over fear when she chose to go to, live with and witness to the tribe of people who killed her husband. Her story is one of forgiveness, bravery and incredible faith in God.
My third grader loved this story and has read it several times over the last couple of weeks. Her favorite part is that of little Val and her bare feet. This story is easy to read, inspirational and uplifting with vibrant illustrations, just like others in the series. It reminds readers that God is always with them and that sharing the love of Jesus is important.
As a parent, I find this biography and the others in this series to be of incredible value because I want to surround my daughter with the inspiring stories of courageous men and women who have followed God’s call on their lives. Not only does she enjoy these stories, but I do too and we love having these books on our shelves!
This beloved series will forever be a favorite in our home. We can’t recommend them enough!
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Elisabeth Elliot, a wife and mother who follows her husband to the jungle to become a missionary to a hard to reach corner of the world. After the death of her husband, she chooses to forgive, live with and continue to witness to the tribe responsible for his death in a display of courageous bravery in answering God’s call on her life. Easy to read, engaging and faith-based. Learn more here!