{"product_id":"pairables-jas-lonnquist-9798989221202","title":"Pairables: 53 Short Stories That Link To The Bible's Old Testament","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003csub\u003e\u003cem\u003ei\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cem\u003erables, 53 short stories that link to the Bible's Old Testament, \u003c\/em\u003e is a book of contemporary short stories for children ages 6 - 14 that illuminate accounts from the Bible. In these modern parables, Talia, age 13, Mika, 10, and Chloe, 7, are full of big ideas and bold curiosity. Through every adventure (and misadventure), they discover treasure in God's Word - truth that sets their hearts free. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach story illuminates a specific account in Bible history and includes a reference to pair the story to the Bible or an age-appropriate Bible history book. Stories also include a verse to remember, thought-provoking life connections, an encouraging prayer, and a whimsical illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHere's an example of how the stories unfold: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eChapter 24, \u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eMika finds a note in her desk announcing a secret \"Revenge Day\" - a day for classmates to play pranks and take revenge. Talia warns Mika it's worse than April Fool's Day. Chloe thinks it sounds \u003cem\u003eamazing\u003c\/em\u003e and tries a few pranks of her own. But who gets the ultimate revenge on \"Revenge Day\"?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePairs with: \u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eGenesis 42 - Joseph's brothers come to Egypt. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhen Joseph's brothers come to Egypt seeking food during a famine, they have no way of knowing the kid brother they sold into slavery is now the second most powerful man in the country. Joseph has a perfect opportunity for revenge! But, then and now, revenge belongs to God alone.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the action in the stories takes place among the children, with an undefined family structure, the stories are inclusive of children in \u003cem\u003eevery\u003c\/em\u003e type of home or life situation, including traditional homes, foster care, single-parent, grandparent-led home, and more. \u003cem\u003ePa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003csub\u003e\u003cem\u003ei\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cem\u003erables\u003c\/em\u003e is warmly welcoming to all children with no barriers to understanding that they are precious and seen by a wonderful Heavenly Father who loves them deeply!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePairables\u003c\/em\u003e also includes \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA topical index of Bible verses cites in the book - more than 120 in all!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA \"Do you need help?\" page\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Bible history book pairing chart (free online access)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCurriculum plans for schools, homeschools, and Sunday schools (free online access)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJesus used parables to teach people because engaging stories make truth easier to understand and remember - as much as 70% better retention according to recent studies. When minds and imaginations are engaged, interest and retention soar! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Bible is not too hard, too big, or too complicated for children to understand and love. Start a Bible journey today with \u003cem\u003ePa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003csub\u003e\u003cem\u003ei\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cem\u003erables\u003c\/em\u003e! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnd for stories that pair with the New Testament, check out \u003cem\u003ePa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003csub\u003e\u003cem\u003ei\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cem\u003erables 2, 53 short stories that pair with the Bible's New Testament\u003c\/em\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jas Lonnquist\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798989221202\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e 3031 Media LLC\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/21\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 258\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.77lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.54d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e 01\/01\/0001","brand":"Jas Lonnquist","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48066758672639,"sku":"9798989221202","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_d462fb4b-6da6-4867-b1da-8ffe01de0ca5.jpg?v=1768680360","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/pairables-jas-lonnquist-9798989221202","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}