The Children's Book of Faith
Timeless biblical stories are lovingly brought to a child's level in  this read-aloud treasury. Editor William Bennett (The Children's Book of Virtues)  starts with "Daniel in the Lion's Den," a story that epitomizes the courage it  takes to stand firm in one's faith. While he also includes the story of "The  Little Lost Lamb" (based on Luke 15: 3-7), Bennett is broad-minded enough to  include numerous other stories that touch upon the meaning of faith without  being biblical in origin. For instance, young readers will be exposed to great  writers such as Leo Tolstoy in the short story "Where Love Is, God Is" and Oscar  Wilde in "The Selfish Giant." Although the old-fashioned style of illustrations  will no doubt feel nostalgic for some, they are also a throwback to a time when  white folks were the only people represented in children's Christian literature.  Even Moses has light skin. One of the few characters to actually have color in  his face is the bald, brown-skinned devil. A shameful lapse in an otherwise  noble attempt.