Do You Wonder Why: Answers to Tough Questions
From SPARK
One-sentence summary
Answers to hard questions for children in crisis.
Description
This booklet seeks to answer some of the key questions children have in times of crisis. “ Why?” is the basis of all these questions. In today's world many children are troubled and fearful because of involvement in natural disasters, national crises, and personal problems. After presenting God's love and promise of comfort, the children are offered an invitation to trust Jesus as their personal Saviour. The book ends with the promise that God will be with them and help them get through anything.
Considerations
Children shown in the pictures are multi-ethnic.
Brief and to the point (13 pages).
Limitations
Except when used as a written booklet or as a flipchart, the illustrations would not be useful. When used, culturally appropriate pictures could be substituted.
In booklet form children are asked to write down certain things. This would need to be done orally in many cultures where children do not read or write. Also for younger children who have not learned to write.
Guidelines for Use
In literate cultures this booklet could be used as is after translation into the vernacular.
In cultures where reading is not a main method of communication, this booklet would be useful translated and recorded on a audio cassette.
This booklet could be used as a flipchart presentation in refugee camps or in areas where people have gathered after a disaster.
This booklet could be used on the radio after any type of crisis.
In cultures where TV is available, it could be broadcast after any type of crisis.
Where to Obtain
Link to Producer or Source Organization
Cost
$ .25 (USD) as of October 2007
Producer/Owners
Author/Artist/Producer
Current copyright owner
Other Information
If you are interested in translating this pamphlet in a culturally appropriate manner for a minority language group you need to contact Child Evangelism Fellowship. Together, you will need to work out a Creative Commons License.
Reviewed by
Vida, VMS Children's Resource Coordinator
Date
October 22, 2007
