Logos for Children
Hi Folks
As a way of introducing my children (aged 7-14) to Logos, I signed them all up for Logos Basic, which they can all access from their respective user accounts in Windows 10.
My 12 year old daughter has already set up her own prayer list and a reading plan.
I have set them up with some prioritized resources: Lexham English Bible, Lexham Bible Dictionary.
They are OK for the 12 and 14 year old but not so much for the 7 and 10 year old.
Each have their own favorite bible translations so I'm gifting them (oldest to youngest) ESV, CEV and for the two youngest, GNB.
But beyond that I'm a little frustrated trying to find resources that are suitable for this age group.
I tried looking for the Students' Life Application Bible as a commentary for the 12 and 14 year old but not available. There is the whole Life Application Commentary series but that's a bit of overkill for children.
Do forum members have any resource (like a study bible, commentary or bible dictionary) recommendations for 7, 10, 12 and 14 year olds? Thanks in advance.
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Do forum members have any resource (like a study bible, commentary or bible dictionary) recommendations for 7, 10, 12 and 14 year olds? Thanks in advance.
There's a bunch of books at ebooks.faithlife.com for children, but none which are study bibles or commentaries, etc.
The Bible for Blockheads is the closest I can think of. Here's its comments on Nehemiah. You can see that children will probably understand it and enjoy it, but the application is still aimed at adults.
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Some more from Faithlife eBooks:
https://ebooks.faithlife.com/products/30730/the-action-bible
https://ebooks.faithlife.com/products/128079/cold-case-christianity-for-kids
Lee Strobel's "Case for … for Kids" series. https://ebooks.faithlife.com/search?context=product&sortBy=relevance&limit=60&page=1&filters=Strobel%2C%20Lee%3A10247_Author
Some more from Faithlife eBooks:
https://ebooks.faithlife.com/products/30730/the-action-bible
https://ebooks.faithlife.com/products/128079/cold-case-christianity-for-kids
Lee Strobel's "Case for … for Kids" series. https://ebooks.faithlife.com/search?context=product&sortBy=relevance&limit=60&page=1&filters=Strobel%2C%20Lee%3A10247_Author
Thanks Folks. There is quite a collection of material for young readers in the eBook category. Lots of them are very affordable too: 99 cents. There are so many that I'm surprised that Logos hasn't given them more prominence on their home page. Looks like I've sorted my childrens' gift list for the next 10-15 years!
Most if not all of the mentioned ebooks are regularly on sale for $0.99. Just grab and gift them at the right time :-)
My 12 year old daughter has already set up her own prayer list and a reading plan.
That is so cool!
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Great suggestion—-> https://www.logos.com/product/5449/the-bible-for-blockheads
Thanks Mark B.! On my wish list until survey coupon arrives 👍😁👌
DAL
NiRV is a good translation for young ones. My kids have been reading it happily since about 6 years old.
גַּם־חֹשֶׁךְ֮ לֹֽא־יַחְשִׁ֪יךְ מִ֫מֶּ֥ךָ וְ֭לַיְלָה כַּיּ֣וֹם יָאִ֑יר כַּ֝חֲשֵׁיכָ֗ה כָּאוֹרָֽה
Do forum members have any resource (like a study bible, commentary or bible dictionary) recommendations for 7, 10, 12 and 14 year olds? Thanks in advance.
I have a 15 year old using Logos Basic. I had to purchase William MacDonald's Believer's Bible Commentary for him. I think it is very helpful for children. He wanted particular Bibles (NET and NKJV). He is involved with the National Bible Bee and memorizes a lot of Scripture as well as studies the Bible. I have a 17 year old who also does this. Both have basic, but it would be good to see a children's packet or a list of resources perhaps here on this thread that can be put together for children.
I know both my children have been won over to Logos through their studies. And I believe more children would be won over if there was some thought put into creating a small, simple package or an article which highlights what would be helpful for children.
I have a 15 year old using Logos Basic. I had to purchase William MacDonald's Believer's Bible Commentary for him. I think it is very helpful for children. He wanted particular Bibles (NET and NKJV). He is involved with the National Bible Bee and memorizes a lot of Scripture as well as studies the Bible. I have a 17 year old who also does this. Both have basic, but it would be good to see a children's packet or a list of resources perhaps here on this thread that can be put together for children.
I know both my children have been won over to Logos through their studies. And I believe more children would be won over if there was some thought put into creating a small, simple package or an article which highlights what would be helpful for children.
Sounds like your 15 year old is on steroids! [;)]
I think a BP(s) for kids is an excellent idea.
I think a BP(s) for kids is an excellent idea.
It may not be realistic. They used to sell a woman’s BP but it disappeared quickly. It’s not like the demand for a children’s BP will be any higher than for a woman’s BP. Personally I think teaching the children to use the graphics already in place and supplementing that up with children’s books is enough. Maybe add children‘s color backgrounds with cartoon-like designs and it should be fine. It’s a Bible Study Software and not too many people invest in those. So working off of what we’ve already have would be a much better idea and everybody wins. 👍😁👌
DAL
It may not be realistic. They used to sell a woman’s BP but it disappeared quickly. It’s not like the demand for a children’s BP will be any higher than for a woman’s BP.
I don't know if it would sell or not, but I don't think your contention is necessarily true.
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It may not be realistic. They used to sell a woman’s BP but it disappeared quickly. It’s not like the demand for a children’s BP will be any higher than for a woman’s BP.I don't know if it would sell or not, but I don't think your contention is necessarily true.
Another BP that disappeared was the Chaplain one. But then again, I’ve been wrong before. Unfortunately and sadly, most kids now days don’t really “get into the Bible,“ so from a business perspective adding to what we already have is better than creating a new product. Plus, in my opinion it would have to be something interactive so they can learn or else they will find it boring to type a verse or topic in the passage guide and wait for results to populate for them to have to read one hit at a time. Remember, just because we as ministers and adults love Logos and would love for everybody to use it doesn’t mean kids will react in the same way. Imagine a kid telling another kid, “ wow I typed a passage in the “exegetical guy” and he gave me a cool Greek meaning!!!”
Exactly my point! What are the odds of that happening 😁
I’m sure FL could think of something but there is no guarantee it will work. Didn’t they try to kickstart something for kids. I don’t think it ever kickstarted.
DAL
As a father of four young children, two of whom use Logos on mobile devices occasionally, I've been thinking about products for children and families. We're exploring a few ideas and may start testing some in Q3.
We're considering group licensing of certain products to a Faithlife family group, so everyone in your family would be able to access the licenses on their own individual accounts. Not all content would qualify for a multi-user license, but some would—and more would over time.
If you have other recommendations on what kinds of content you'd like to see in a package for kids or a package for families, please keep the suggestions coming.
If you were going to invest in a version of Logos for your family, what price point would make sense for you?
If you have other recommendations on what kinds of content you'd like to see in a package for kids or a package for families, please keep the suggestions coming.
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To add, I would love to see a bit more content for Youth and Children's Ministers as well! (Even if the Sermons resource type was to include "curriculum" from some Publishers). I'll try and take some time later a give a more thought out response. But I give a big "yes" to all of this thread!
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As a father of four young children, two of whom use Logos on mobile devices occasionally, I've been thinking about products for children and families.
FWIW: I know they're not eformat - just plain ol' paper, but I can tell you that my grandkids *eagerly* await every new issue of 'High Five' and 'Hello' magazines (see here) that come once a month in the mail - and then devour them. Perhaps Logos/Lexham can emulate?
BTW, here are ten facts about Highlights Magazine you might not know.
Instead of Artificial Intelligence, I prefer to continue to rely on Divine Intelligence instructing my Natural Dullness (Ps 32:8, John 16:13a)
We're considering group licensing of certain products to a Faithlife family group, so everyone in your family would be able to access the licenses on their own individual accounts. Not all content would qualify for a multi-user license, but some would—and more would over time.
YES!!! [<:o)] Having the ability to share my account with my family would be amazing.
If you have other recommendations on what kinds of content you'd like to see in a package for kids or a package for families, please keep the suggestions coming.
So, our church uses a service that gives us a church website (among other stuff) and Children's Sunday school material (High quality Bible videos, curriculum...etc). This might be a good idea, that is kid related, that would be nice to add to your growing church platform.
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You may want to check out the "Bible Study Handbook: A Resource For Teaching 175 Stories from the Bible" by John Walton and Kim Walton.
It was written with Sunday school teachers teaching kids about the Bible in mind.
Devotionals and Kids Dictionary on Ebooks: https://ebooks.faithlife.com/search?query=kids+bible
OK, thanks. I was looking amongst "products."
Hi Folks
Just for those who might be following this thread and trying to buy a few child-friendly resources, I've just found out that some of the eBook resources are unavailable to Logos Users if they are outside of the US.
Examples:
They aren't labelled as such.
HTH
I've suggested this before...Logos should make partnership with ThinkOrange
Probably the best Children/Youth ministry curriculum I know.
(nice pics, cool charts & graphics, simple explanations, easy for teachers, etc.)
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I recommend try downloading their sample.
Just a thought:
Clearly, “Children” needs to be defined here and be very specific. I hear Logos for “children” and I’m thinking 10 y.o. and under, another calls a 15 year old teenager “children,” and others mean children in the sense of sons and daughters. Your 20 y.o. “child” or daughter can use Logos as it is now, no need for changes. On the other hand a six-year-old would need major changes on the interface and font of text, along with resources for a “child” his age.
So, I know your 40 y.o. “Child” will always be your “child” along with your “children” that are already married and have their own children, but...get the point, right? Nobody is really being specific. Everybody is mixing their own definition of “children.”
Define children, because a 15 y.o. is not a “child” — again, ”he’s your child” alright, but he doesn’t fall into the category of a REAL child 🧒 👶🏼
With that in mind not only would you need Logos for “children” but also Logos for teenagers.
Be clear on the definition and that will get everybody on the same page and off to a specific start.
DAL