Family Time Bible
Family Time Bible
I ordered the Family Time Bible to use for LHFHG next year with my Kindergartener. She is very sensitive and was really scared by some of the pictures when she was looking through it yesterday. I know if I read her some of the violent old testament stories to her she will get so upset! She cries easily when watching movies if someone is getting hurt or is in danger. I feel like God has given her a sensitive heart towards others and I want to protect that if possible. Should I use a different Bible with her that doesn't have such graphic pictures? Anyone have any recommendations? I looked through some of the kids Bibles we have at home and they just have the most common stories in them. I love the program, but I am just not sure what to do with this part of it?
DD 8 - BHFHG
DS 5 1/2 - LHFHG
DS 4 - Enjoying preschool toys and workbooks.
DS 5 1/2 - LHFHG
DS 4 - Enjoying preschool toys and workbooks.
Re: Family Time Bible
I didn't think most of the pictures in the Bible were too scary, but they do have a very vivid style. One good option is to read to her from the actual Bible for days when you feel like the picture is the problem. I think if content is the problem (like the actual story, not the way it's illustrated) you should probably replace it with something else. I agree that you should protect her heart.
For what it's worth, my 5 year old girl wasn't upset by the pictures.
For what it's worth, my 5 year old girl wasn't upset by the pictures.
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DD7 - Beyond
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DD7 - Beyond
DS4.5 - all boy
DD2 - sweet, petite toddler fun
Re: Family Time Bible
Well, I am referring to the violent ones where the characters have knives and spears pointed at people. Like the one where Abraham is getting ready to sacrifice Issac. I'm not sure I am ready to explain murder to my 5 year old you know! I guess its the content and the pictures now that I think about it.
DD 8 - BHFHG
DS 5 1/2 - LHFHG
DS 4 - Enjoying preschool toys and workbooks.
DS 5 1/2 - LHFHG
DS 4 - Enjoying preschool toys and workbooks.
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Re: Family Time Bible
I completely understand this issue with the Family Time Bible and I can feel your concern! 
I think it definately depends on the child. If your child is sensitive (I have one like that), I would use a different Bible.
I used Family Time Bible a few years ago with another curriculum (Before I even knew about HOD, wish I had known!). My son was 4 to 5 years old. He has always been very sensitive to violent images and anything about death. He couldn't even stand to see me swat and kill a housefly until he was older. Some of the pictures in this Bible really disturbed him, and some of the text he couldn't take. I had to paraphrase some of the text and not show him the picture on a few of the chapters. Personally, I love this Bible and love the illustrations, as they are very classic looking. But, for a sensitive child, I would use a different Bible, or don't show them certain pictures in it until they are older. I do think it is good for children to know the truth of the violence, but they don't have to be shown it until they are ready. That will be a different age for each child.
Carrie has an alternative in LHFHG called 101 Favorite Stories From the Bible. I haven't seen it, but I think you might want to consider that one or use one you already have. In any case, not using Family Time Bible, won't hinder the program in any way. You can use any Bible you want and the program will still work fine.
I think it definately depends on the child. If your child is sensitive (I have one like that), I would use a different Bible. I used Family Time Bible a few years ago with another curriculum (Before I even knew about HOD, wish I had known!). My son was 4 to 5 years old. He has always been very sensitive to violent images and anything about death. He couldn't even stand to see me swat and kill a housefly until he was older. Some of the pictures in this Bible really disturbed him, and some of the text he couldn't take. I had to paraphrase some of the text and not show him the picture on a few of the chapters. Personally, I love this Bible and love the illustrations, as they are very classic looking. But, for a sensitive child, I would use a different Bible, or don't show them certain pictures in it until they are older. I do think it is good for children to know the truth of the violence, but they don't have to be shown it until they are ready. That will be a different age for each child.
Carrie has an alternative in LHFHG called 101 Favorite Stories From the Bible. I haven't seen it, but I think you might want to consider that one or use one you already have. In any case, not using Family Time Bible, won't hinder the program in any way. You can use any Bible you want and the program will still work fine.
Donna Jo
Re: Family Time Bible
Hello,
I have been in your shoes!
When I read your post I remembered coming to this board and asking the same. I'll share my post from the past in hopes that it will help out some how.
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Candice
I have been in your shoes!
When I read your post I remembered coming to this board and asking the same. I'll share my post from the past in hopes that it will help out some how.
viewtopic.php?f=6&t=4151
Candice
Re: Family Time Bible
By the way, a year later and my daughter is able to handle and process so much more. It's tough when they are having a difficult time with the material!
Some specific techniques I used and still use, because my dd is sensitive...I pre-read most material so I know what we are covering so that I can sub out words that are a little too harsh for my dd. I often use the term "got rid of" instead of killed. Or I will say their life ended or something like that. My dd knows exactly what is going on she just does not like when I say killed.
I always try to emphasize "the lesson" that can be learned from any of the stories that depict violence or death. I always try to point out what can happen when we stray from God (find ourselves in a heap of trouble!) and how powerful faith and prayer can be when we find ourselves in frightening or difficult situations.
I guess in the end (after treading lightly, initially), I took the graphic pictures and story lines and shifted the focus from a problem to an opportunity to teach my daughter the great significance of obeying and following God and His commands.
Candice
Some specific techniques I used and still use, because my dd is sensitive...I pre-read most material so I know what we are covering so that I can sub out words that are a little too harsh for my dd. I often use the term "got rid of" instead of killed. Or I will say their life ended or something like that. My dd knows exactly what is going on she just does not like when I say killed.
I always try to emphasize "the lesson" that can be learned from any of the stories that depict violence or death. I always try to point out what can happen when we stray from God (find ourselves in a heap of trouble!) and how powerful faith and prayer can be when we find ourselves in frightening or difficult situations.
I guess in the end (after treading lightly, initially), I took the graphic pictures and story lines and shifted the focus from a problem to an opportunity to teach my daughter the great significance of obeying and following God and His commands.
Candice
Re: Family Time Bible
The ladies have already done a terrific job of answering your questions! If you have a sensitive little listener, then you can easily choose to use 101 Favorite Bible Stories instead (which is also scheduled for you within LHFHG and has much gentler, softer pictures), or you can read directly from the Bible instead (which is why a Scripture reference is provided for you each day that the Bible is used).
One of these three options should work well for you and your family and enable you to enjoy the program to its fullest. We realize that each family is unique which is why we work to provide options from which you can customize the program.
Blessings,
Carrie
If you have a sensitive little listener, then you can easily choose to use 101 Favorite Bible Stories instead (which is also scheduled for you within LHFHG and has much gentler, softer pictures), or you can read directly from the Bible instead (which is why a Scripture reference is provided for you each day that the Bible is used). One of these three options should work well for you and your family and enable you to enjoy the program to its fullest. We realize that each family is unique which is why we work to provide options from which you can customize the program.
Blessings,
Carrie
Re: Family Time Bible
Thanks so much for all the responses. Its nice to know that others have been in the same boat. I think I will find another Bible to use for some of the stories or just read to her from my Bible. I can't wait to start in August!
DD 8 - BHFHG
DS 5 1/2 - LHFHG
DS 4 - Enjoying preschool toys and workbooks.
DS 5 1/2 - LHFHG
DS 4 - Enjoying preschool toys and workbooks.
Re: Family Time Bible
This was helpful to me. My daughter is pretty sensitive. She still talks about Pharaoh from the leaving Egypt story. She was pretty concerned about him and his army getting washed away in the Red Sea. Actually, she asked if the horses pulling the chariots died too and I think that upset her more as she is a horse lover. I skipped over the Abraham/Isaac story in LHTH and downplayed some of the other ones using different words to communicate someone was hurt, but not describe it brutally. I'm concerned about pictures being too graphic so hopefully I can find the two Bible choices to preview before purchasing. I wanted to let her look at the Bible outside of school time, but I don't want her to be scared of the pictures.
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Re: Family Time Bible
Ladies,
I just wanted to pop back and let you know that if you have a sensitive little listener, you'll want to use 101 Favorite Stories from the Bible or read from your own Bible. Each of the day's lessons in LHFHG keyed to match the Bible story in the 3 resources we schedule (Family-Time Bible, 101 Favorite Stories from the Bible, or from the actual Bible itself). So, you wouldn't want to just choose any story Bible you happen to have on hand to go with the lessons.
In order for the plans to make sense, you'd want to use one of the 3 options that we list. The three choices are meant to give you a way to customize your child's education and yet still have it match the plans well. With HOD, you'll find that everything is truly integrated, so substituting beyond the 3 options we list in the guide will make you lose the connectivity that is within the plans.
Our own kiddos have all loved The Family-Time Bible, and we hear many wonderful comments about it from parents again and again. However, the 101 Favorite Bible Stories is also a very beautiful, more soothing looking Bible and is also very accurate. So, it is an excellent choice as well. You honestly cannot go wrong with either one! You also have the option of reading directly from Scripture itself, which is a terrific way to do LHFHG! We pray you will enjoy the program as much as we have and that God's word will become a part of your children's daily lives.
Blessings,
Carrie
I just wanted to pop back and let you know that if you have a sensitive little listener, you'll want to use 101 Favorite Stories from the Bible or read from your own Bible. Each of the day's lessons in LHFHG keyed to match the Bible story in the 3 resources we schedule (Family-Time Bible, 101 Favorite Stories from the Bible, or from the actual Bible itself). So, you wouldn't want to just choose any story Bible you happen to have on hand to go with the lessons.
In order for the plans to make sense, you'd want to use one of the 3 options that we list. The three choices are meant to give you a way to customize your child's education and yet still have it match the plans well. With HOD, you'll find that everything is truly integrated, so substituting beyond the 3 options we list in the guide will make you lose the connectivity that is within the plans.
Our own kiddos have all loved The Family-Time Bible, and we hear many wonderful comments about it from parents again and again. However, the 101 Favorite Bible Stories is also a very beautiful, more soothing looking Bible and is also very accurate. So, it is an excellent choice as well. You honestly cannot go wrong with either one! You also have the option of reading directly from Scripture itself, which is a terrific way to do LHFHG! We pray you will enjoy the program as much as we have and that God's word will become a part of your children's daily lives.
Blessings,
Carrie