Writing for children was not something I ever felt particularly driven to do. However, through varying events, I ended up writing a series of children's books for my place of employment and ministry, Deaf Missions. More titles are being added as time and resources permit.
Matthew's Bible Stories
Sharing the Bible with children is very important...and it can be a lot of fun, too! Children will be excited to learn from Matthew's Bible Stories – Old Testament stories from the perspective of Matthew, a young deaf boy who goes to Sunday School.
Parents and teachers will love the elementary-level format and colorful illustrations as they communicate with their young students.
Matthew's Bible Stories: Noah and the Big Boat is the first book in this series distributed by Deaf Missions! Join Matthew as he experiences his very first visit to Sunday School where he learns how God instructed Noah to build a big boat. You'll see animals, lots of water and even a rainbow! An important lesson is also discovered at the end of the story.
Author: Rachel Burkum
Illustrator: Matt Keller
Distributor: Deaf Missions
Matthew's Bible Stories: Esther is Brave is the second and newest book! This time, when Matthew goes to Sunday school, he learns about Esther, a young girl who became a queen. You'll read about a king, a bad plan, and how Esther saved her family! An important lesson is also discovered at the end of the story.
Author: Rachel Burkum
Illustrator: Matt Keller
Distributor: Deaf Missions