Kingdom Files: Who Was Esther?

Book excerpt: What do you know about Esther? Was she: . . .the beautiful Queen of Persia? . . .the woman who hid her Jewish heritage from the king? . . .the courageous one who risked her life to save her people? . . .all of the above? Journey along with Esther in a luxurious Persian palace, in the presence of a powerful king, in the very center of God’s amazing power! This biblically accurate story of Esther, created just for the kids in your life, explores the life of the beautiful Queen of Persia, while drawing 8- to 12-year-olds into a fascinating time and place as they learn about the woman who hid her Jewish heritage from the king and ultimately risked her life to save her people. Featuring three key sections—a Fact File, an Action File, and a Power File—kids will enjoying learning about the life of Esther while coming to understand that an ancient Bible story really does apply to their lives today. Dozens of captivating line art pieces add depth and interest to every chapter.