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Help 4-7s learn how Jonah points to Jesus with this illustrated Old Testament Bible story.
Part of the Jesus Moments series.
This fun, interactive resource will give children skills to read the Bible as they connect the stories and learn that the whole Bible is about Jesus.
Moments in Jonah's story when someone or something in the story is a little bit like Jesus are signposted with symbols that children need to spot, helping them to understand the relationship between the Old and New Testaments.
Written by Alison Mitchell, the award-winning author of Jesus and the Lions’ Den and The One O’Clock Miracle, and beautifully illustrated. This book makes a great gift for children 4-7 years old. Can also be used for children’s ministry in church.
The Story of Jonah
Notes for Parents
| Age range: | 4+ |
|---|---|
| Contributors | Alison Mitchell, Noah Warnes |
| ISBN | 9781802542943 |
| Format | Hardback |
| First published | May 2025 |
| Dimensions | 8.5" x 10.6" x 0.4" |
| Weight | 13.16 oz |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 32 |
| Publisher | The Good Book Company |
We want our kids to see that the Old Testament points to Christ. In her marvelous Jesus Moments series, Alison Mitchell helps children seek-and-find the Old Testament connection to Jesus in fun ways they'll be sure to remember!
What a clever series! By using symbols that children must find and explore, these books draw out significant links between Old Testament characters and Jesus. Perfect for parents and teachers who want to help their children understand God’s Big Story.
Jesus showed his followers in all the Old Testament “the things concerning himself” (Luke 24:27). The Old Testament comes into clear focus when we begin to see these wonderful things. Alison Mitchell draws children into this rich true way of reading the Old Testament. The books are fresh, lively, attractive, intriguing, and thought-provoking. Warmly recommended.
I received Jesus Moment: Jonah compliments of The Good Book Company in exchange for my honest review.
Jesus Moment: Jonah is the latest title in the Jesus Moments series by The Good Book Company. This picture book helps children see how this minor prophet points to Jesus. Anchors are hidden throughout the illustrations, and each marks a "Jesus Moment" — a point in the story where Jonah is like Jesus. I love that the series incorporates objects for children to find on the pages, as this is a fun way to keep young readers engaged.
This is one of my six year old's favorite features of these books. The book's second half reveals where the anchors were hidden and helps readers understand how this brief Old Testament account is theologically rich. Although this series is for children, I believe it will bless and encourage adult readers, too! We are so grateful to have Jesus Moment: Jonah in our home library, and I'm pleased to give it my highest recommendation!
This is the best one from the Jesus Moments series. My qualms with the series are usually that they drop you into the middle of the story and often miss points that I think are so important to understanding the whole story. This one felt different though. This one told the entire story beautifully without missing any necessary details.
If you’re new to the Jesus Moments Series, it has a wonderful premise of seeing Jesus in the Old Testament. In this one you keep a lookout for anchors, and when you spot one, it means that “someone or something in the story is a little bit like Jesus.” You flip to the end of the book to find out the correlation. It keeps little ones engaged with the story while showing how the entire Bible is all about Jesus.
Kids will learn that: 1) God made everything and rules everything 2) “No one can run away from the Lord God.” 3) “The Lord God loves to rescue and forgive.”
I was sent a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. It is a faithful depiction of the story of Jonah that all ages will enjoy.
This new installment in the Jesus Moments series covers the story of Jonah. Alison Mitchell's writing is engaging and conversational, and at the beginning, she explains to kids that if you look closely, you can see parallels to Jesus in different Old Testament stories. She encourages kids to look for anchors in the illustrations, because these each signal a "Jesus moment." The target audience of early-elementary-aged kids will enjoy this seek-and-find element.
Mitchell retells this familiar story in an engaging way. Instead of starting at the beginning, she picks up in the middle with an action scene, showing Jonah on the ship in the middle of the storm. Then, after Jonah is in the sea, she explains how all of this started. This storytelling choice got my attention. By changing the standard order of events, Mitchell starts the story off with a bang, and she also has more page count to focus on later events, since she summarized the set-up instead of dramatizing all of it.
The illustrations from Noah Warnes are dramatic and vivid, and they work with the text to tell the story, highlighting the intensity of the events and showing Jonah's resentful attitude and anger about God showing mercy to Nineveh. The story highlights God's compassion and mercy in contrast to Jonah's behavior, and multiple pages at the end explain the parallels between the story of Jonah and the story of Jesus. This section contrasts Jesus's faithfulness, goodness, and mercy to Jonah's failings, and clearly explains what it means to receive salvation in Jesus.
This is a great book for families and church leaders who want to introduce the story of Jonah to kids, or who want to help them arrive at a deeper understanding. This book stands out among other retellings of Jonah because of its thematic focus and unique storytelling style, and it is another great addition to this series.
I received a free copy from the publisher, and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
Jesus Moments: Jonah is the fourth book in the Jesus Moments series and a delightful addition. I love that this series connects the Old and New Testaments and emphasizes the overarching narrative of Scripture, which points to Jesus.
One of my favorite features is the fun, interactive element of finding hidden symbols on the pages. These small details keep kids engaged and offer clues about which pages tie to Jesus.
Just as Jonah spent three days in the belly of the fish, Jesus would spend three days in the tomb, only to rise again.
These connections in the story communicate a fresh perspective that reinforces the truth that Jesus is the fulfillment of the entire biblical narrative.
We love this series!
*I received a review copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
Our family can’t get enough of the Jesus Moments series, and this newest release—Jonah: Finding Jesus in the Story of Jonah—is another gem! Packed with vibrant illustrations and interactive elements, this book helped my first grade daughter connect the dots between Jonah’s story and the life of Jesus. Through Jonah’s disobedience, stormy consequences, and miraculous rescue with a great big fish, she discovered the goodness of a God who forgives, rescues, and patiently calls us back to Himself.
We especially love how this book keeps young hearts engaged with hidden clues and fun discoveries while gently pointing them to the ultimate rescue story—Jesus. It’s short, easy to read, and comes with a thoughtful parent guide that helps you dive a little deeper. A must-have for any family library!
* I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. All thoughts are my own. I was not required to write a positive review.
This book is such a gem! I love resources that help my girls connect the dots between the Old Testament and the bigger story of Jesus—and Jesus Moments: Jonah does that so beautifully.
Alison Mitchell takes a story we often hear in Sunday school and reveals the deeper layers beneath it. This isn’t just about a man and a fish—it’s about God’s mercy, His mission, and the shadows of Christ that show up even in the belly of a great fish.
The writing is clear and engaging, the theology is solid, and the heart behind it is so intentional. It’s just the right mix of depth and accessibility, perfect for read-aloud time or for kids who are beginning to explore Scripture more deeply.
I’m excited to walk through this with my girls and help them see how all of Scripture points to Jesus—even in the most unexpected places.
The Jesus Moments series has been so fun to read through. These books share the wonders of our God through biblical accounts.
This series works to teach children that Jesus is the storyline of the entire Bible. The beauty of the Bible is Jesus. The apex of the Bible is Jesus.
Throughout the book, Mitchell emphasizes important, life changing words in bold. For example, as we see Jonah preaching to the Ninevites, the words "forgive" and "believe"are bolded. These words show an important concept of the Gospel for children to grasp and understand.
The illustrations are fun, engaging, and beautiful.
The author includes a "Why look for 'Jesus moments'?" to conclude the book. She shares the importance of finding Jesus in all of the Bible, Old Testament and New Testament.
These books are so wonderful for young readers to learn about our Savior.
I received a copy of this book from The Good Book Company in exchange for an honest review.
Another great book in the Jesus Moments Series! This is a very engaging book for kids about the story of Jonah. Such great illustrations and activity for the child to do while reading.
All pages pointing back to how Jesus relates to us today!
An artist depiction of what Jesus may have looked like is among the illustrations. There is a strong Gosple message at the end!
This series adds the fun element for kids of finding anchors where Jesus can be found in the story of Jonah. It had large pictures for kids to take in. It tells the story of Jonah and takes it one step further by connecting it to Jesus.
