Biblical Literacy: Welcome to the Library

Have you ever wondered…

How is the Bible organized?
How do I find a Bible verse?
Why are there chapters and verses in the Bible?
What’s the difference between the Old Testament and the New Testament?
Why are there so many books in the Bible?
What’s the difference between the Jewish Bible and the Christian Bible?

If you’ve ever wondered about these questions, you’re in the right place. Through games, maps, puzzles, and hands-on activities, this workbook introduces children to the Bible as a library of books and helps them build the confidence to explore it for themselves.

In this workbook you will discover:

Discover how the Bible is organized and why it has become one of the world’s most influential books. Through engaging activities, children will learn how to find passages, recognize different kinds of biblical writing, explore the major sections of Scripture, and begin reading the Bible with curiosity and confidence.

What is inside?

  • Why the Bible is called a library
  • The different kinds of books found in Scripture
  • The Hebrew Scriptures and Christian Scriptures
  • How chapters and verses work
  • Why Bible translations are different
  • Scrolls, scribes, and scriptoria
  • The Jewish Tanakh and the Christian Bible
  • The Apocrypha and why different Christian traditions have different numbers of books
  • How to begin exploring the Bible with confidence

Who is the workbook for?

  • Homeschool families
  • Sunday School
  • Christian schools
  • Bible literacy units
  • Confirmation and discipleship classes
  • Family devotions
  • Classrooms exploring religion, history, or literature

Why should this matter to me?

Learning about the Bible is about more than memorizing stories. The Bible is a library filled with history, poetry, letters, wisdom, prophecy, and the life of Jesus. When children understand how it is organized and how to find their way around it, they gain the confidence to ask questions, explore its pages, and discover its stories for themselves. Bible literacy is the beginning of a lifetime of learning.

Where can I buy this?

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Frequently asked Questions:

What age is this workbook for?

The recommended age range appears on the cover. Use it as a guide rather than a rule.


Is this a printable PDF?

Yes. You’ll receive a digital PDF to print at home or in the classroom.


Can I use this in Sunday School?

Yes. These workbooks work well for individual lessons or longer teaching series.


Can I use this for homeschooling?

Absolutely. They were designed with homeschool families in mind.


Can I use this in my classroom?

Yes. They’re suitable for Christian schools and, where appropriate, for studying the Bible as history or literature.


Do I need a Bible?

Helpful, but not always. Scripture references are included where appropriate.


Are the answers included?

Yes, where an activity has a specific correct answer.


Can I print more than one copy?

Please see the licence included with your purchase.


Do I have to be Christian to use these workbooks?

No. They’re also suitable for people exploring the Bible as history, literature, or culture.


Are these tied to one denomination?

No. They draw on the shared Christian tradition while encouraging curiosity and thoughtful learning.