NIrV Once Upon a Time Holy Bible--hardcover, printed caseside

The NIrV Once Upon A Time Holy Bible: The Bible Is Not A Fairy Tale. Every Great Story Happened Once Upon A Time, published by Zondervan, is a Bible geared towards helping children draw closer to God in a more age appropriate manner.

The Once Upon A Time Holy Bible comes to life through the text of the New International Readers Version, which makes the scriptures more simplistically presented for younger children.

The cover has been wonderfully mastered to present a full color depiction of the fairytale theme of this Bible. Along with the vibrant color scheme, certain areas of the cover have a small 3D textured effect, which brings the cover image to life.

Inside the Bible is presented just as any other Bible with the exception of the 24 full-color illustrated inserts, which bring different aspects to specific Biblical stories to life.

This Bible is sure to brighten the heart of the child blessed to have it within their reach, thus it is a recommended purchase.

Dr. Jeff Krupinski

The Once Upon a Time Holy Bible will sure to be a favorite among little girls, as well as parents or friends that want to gift one to a little girl. Love the tagline on the front cover, "The Bible is not a fairy tale. Every great story happened once upon a time."

A basic Bible, which includes all the books, but also a number of full color pages with pretty illustrations to highlight some of the many popular stories. In the New International Reader's Version (NIrV), it's bound to be easy to understand for the youngsters. Plus, there's a small dictionary for certain words and terms in the back. An alphabetical list of Bible stories are also in the back for a quick reference. In all, a great Bible I'm thrilled to have reviewed and will be a wonderful gift for a little girl in my life!

Disclaimer: I received a copy of both these books from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review, and have not been compensated for this. This is my honest opinion.

Even though these stories were 'once upon a time'.. They are a wonderful way to teach the truths of the Bible. This beautiful hardcover Bible is a wonderful addition to my library. The illustrations are colorful and so relevant to the stories they depict. . The Once Upon A Time Holy Bible highlights six great stories from the Bible on 24 full-color inserts. I was gifted a copy and my review is voluntary.

It opens up to a full color presentation page, followed by an illustrated summarized story from Genesis 2:7-27 titled 'God Makes Man and Woman' which simply tells of God creating Adam and then Eve. Following that is all the usual contents page etc and into Genesis. The text is fairly small and the layout is standard Bible layout.

What makes this Bible unique is that there are six stories from the Bible throughout on full color inserts, with the beautiful illustration by Omar. No maps at the end - just a dictionary and great bible stories reference. No ribbon bookmark. I have to say the illustrations are what makes this Bible different but aside from the six stories throughout - it really doesn't have much else to stand out from others. To me, it's a bizarre mixture and I'm not sure if they are trying to aim for a broader reader ability? The six stories are only a few pages each and fairly simple text.

The rest of the Bible is just normal and nothing attractive about it at all. If the child is drawn in by the pictures alone then it's very limited. Don't get me wrong - the illustrations are beautiful. I'm just a bit confused by this Bible. Is it just an excuse to display some beautiful illustrations? And if so, why didn't they put more in? I personally, would not recommend this Bible.

Please note that I was sent a copy of this book in exchange for review however opinions expressed are my own.

First, the disclaimer. "I was provided a free copy of this book. All opinions are my own." That done, ONCE UPON A TIME HOLY BIBLE is a colorful Bible sure to appeal to girls who love princesses. Full color, with six stories highlighted, it otherwise is a basic Bible, no frills, no maps, no red letter edition, no concordance, no ribbon place marker. It does include a presentation page and a dictionary. If you are looking for a new Bible for your favorite girl, then ONCE UPON A TIME HOLY BIBLE is one to consider.