The ICB Blessed Garden Bible by Thomas Nelson

The ICB Blessed Garden Bible

by Thomas Nelson

   Isn't the cover of this Bible absolutely adorable? Never have I seen a Bible with such a whimsical yet appropriate cover. I have certainly seen other themed Bibles, but this one seems one of the best since the illustrations on the cover are creatures and plants God has created for His pleasure (as opposed to the Frozen Bible...nothing against Frozen but it doesn't seem to match God's Holy Word...) Young (and older!) girls will love this publication of the Bible. If you like the International Children's Bible translation, you will like this Blessed Garden Bible. Personally, I think the ICB version unnecessary. As a child, I was perfectly able to understand even the KJV. I recommend the NKJV or the ESV for children. The ICB over-simplifies God's word, taking away from the meaning of the original text in many cases.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest opinion.

The International Children’s Bible® translation, the Bible kids can read and understand, has been a favorite of kids, parents, and teachers. With its easy-to-read text, the ICB has a third-grade reading level, making it the ideal translation for children beginning to read and learn Bible.


The ICB Blessed Garden Bible is a full-text ICB Bible with swirling, floral details, foil, glitter, and winsome illustrations. This will appeal to both moms and daughters, as it capitalizes on an organic garden trend. Inside features 24 colorful pages of study help inserts, including a presentation page for personalizing. Young girls will enjoy this softer more sophisticated look as she reads God’s message of love just for her!