My First Bible

Dr Tim Dowley is a historian and a prolific author and editor of Bible resources for adults and children. He holds a bachelor's degree in History and a doctorate in Church History, both from the University of Manchester, England. He has written a number of children's stories and books on biblical subjects and the history of Christianity, as well as works on music and literature. Tim has traveled extensively, particularly in Israel, Turkey and other biblical lands. He lives in South London with his wife and family. Roger Langton attended the Leicester College of Art & Design. His illustrations have been used on television and in many children's books. In 2008 he was shortlisted for 'Best Children's Book' at the UKCB awards.

• Old TestamentThe Beginning 1Adam and Eve 5Noah 10A Great Tower 15Abraham 17The Twin Boys 20Joseph the Dreamer 23Moses Escapes from Egypt 28Gideon 39King Saul 42King David 44King Solomon 47The People Disobey God 50Daniel and the Lions 54Jonah and the Huge Fish 57A Special Promise 61New TestamentAn Angel Visits Mary 62Mary and Joseph Travel to Bethlehem 67Jesus is Born 70Wise Men Bring Gifts to Jesus 75Jesus in the Temple 81John Baptizes Jesus 83Jesus Calls his Disciples 85The Lost Sheep 88The Good Samaritan 90Jesus Heals a Sick Man 93Jesus Feeds a Crowd 96Jesus Helps a Little Girl 98Jesus Calms a Storm 100Jesus Rides into Jerusalem 102A Special Supper 105Jesus is Arrested 107Good News! 115Peter and John Help a Man 120Man from Africa Hears about Jesus 122Saul Meets Jesus 124Paul and Barnabas Go on a Journey 126Paul Goes to Jail 128Paul is Shipwrecked 131