David and Goliath

School Library Journal

Gr 2-4-These Bible stories are retold in a contemporary, pedestrian language. David and Goliath, from the First Book of Samuel, is about the brave young boy who battles with and overcomes the giant warrior who is his enemy; Jacob and Esau, from the Book of Genesis, tells of very different twin brothers who vie for the favor of their parents. Both titles conclude with background information and discussion questions. The nicely colored illustrations are biblically stylized, appropriate for the books. Although these are Judeo-Christian stories, they are also universal because of their classic human themes-courage, good and evil, sibling rivalry-all of which are good discussion issues.-Carolyn Jenks, First Parish Unitarian Church, Portland, ME Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information.