Big Thoughts for Tiny Tots

Jared Kennedy, MDiv, ThM, is the cofounder and managing editor of Gospel-Centered Family, a ministry that helps churches and families share Jesus with the next generation. He also serves as the Children's and Family Ministry Strategist for the Sojourn Network, and is an adjunct professor at Boyce College. He is the author of The Beginner's Gospel Story Bible,Are You Close to God?, Jesus Rose for Me, Jesus Came for Me, and God Made Me for Worship, and has developed two VBS programs, Proof Pirates and Clap Your Hands, Stomp Your Feet. He blogs regularly at Gospel-Centered Family and contributes to @TGC, @ERLC, and @HeReadsTruth. You can follow him on Twitter @jaredskennedy. He and his wife, Megan, have three girls.Trish Mahoney is a graphic designer and illustrator in Seattle where she runs The Mahoney Studio with her husband, Patrick, also a designer and illustrator. They have two children, both budding artists too. Trish is the illustrator for the God Made Me series and The Beginner's Gospel Story Bible.

“While it takes some books years to become familiar favorites, Jared Kennedy’s Big Thoughts for Tiny Tots reads like an instant classic. It’s simple without being simplistic; deep without being complicated; and fun without being silly. Parents will gladly reach for this engaging guide again and again as they help their preschoolers grasp big truths about our God.”Champ Thornton, author and senior director of children and family resources at Crossway“What Jared has done here is a gift to parents who want to form lasting faith deeply rooted in the gospel story from beginning to end. The short questions and biblical answers he has provided help young children see that everything in creation finds its meaning in Jesus.”Sam Luce, director of ChildDiscipleship.com and author of How to Teach Kids Theology“Big Thoughts for Tiny Tots is a perfect introduction to basic theological truths for our youngest learners and for those who benefit from big concepts explained in easy-to-understand language. We are using it at our church in preschool classrooms and in our disability ministry. I’m thankful for a resource that clearly communicates the gospel so everyone can understand and respond!”Sandra Peoples, author of Accessible Church: A Gospel-Centered Vision for Including People with Disabilities and Their Families and adjunct professor at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary“Big Thoughts for Tiny Tots brings the truth that the gospel is for everyone to life. The simple repetition, engaging question-and-answer format, and beautiful illustrations will give parents the confidence to teach the gospel and families the opportunity to deepen their understanding of God and his Word together.”Lauren Jackson, founder and CEO of Kids Ministry Circle“Do not underestimate the power of a shared language when teaching the gospel to children! In Big Thoughts for Tiny Tots, Jared gives us simple terms for complex doctrines, helping churches and families disciple kids together through the shared language of catechism. The beautiful illustrations will capture their attention, while the faithful words capture their thoughts and point them to God.”Cassie Bryant, spiritual formation minister at Northway Church in Dallas, Texas“What a thoughtfully crafted resource for helping children and parents see the unfolding story of God‚Äôs redemptive plan!”Melanie Beasley, children’s ministry director at Christ Presbyterian Church in Nashville, Tennessee“Preschoolers are sponges, and I’m always on the hunt for books that will help my little ones soak up the story of the gospel. Jared Kennedy and Trish Mahoney’s The Beginner’s Gospel Story Bible is already a favorite with my boys—and I know they will love this engaging catechism by the same team.”Chelsea Kingston Erickson, editor-in-chief at Rooted Ministries, author of The Bible’s Big Story in the Old Testament: Casket Empty Student Edition, and editor of Longing for Christmas: 25 Promises Fulfilled in Jesus