What Is the Book of Proverbs?

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Michael Whitworth

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28 April 2026

Religion & beliefs: general interest (Children's&YA); Educational: Religious studies: Christianity

Series: Kids' Guides to God's Word

The book of Proverbs is the Bible's most practical book. But how do you teach it to your kids?

Unlike every other book in Scripture, Proverbs doesn't tell a story. There's no hero, no villain, no plot to follow. Instead, it's something most people don't expect to find in the Bible: a father sitting down with his teenager and teaching him how to survive real life. How to pick the right friends. When to speak and when to shut up. What to do with money. How to handle anger. Why the kid who looks like he's winning might actually be losing everything.

But Proverbs is more than ancient advice. It's a book that claims wisdom isn't just a skill-it's a person. A woman called Wisdom stands at the crossroads of the city and calls out to everyone who passes by, offering life to anyone willing to listen. And according to the New Testament, that wisdom ultimately has a name: Jesus.

What Is the Book of Proverbs? makes this essential book accessible for today's young readers. Written in a warm, conversational style that doesn't talk down to kids, this guide walks through the entire book of Proverbs with:

Engaging illustrations from pop culture-from Inside Out 2 to Bambi to Tom Sawyer-that connect biblical themes to stories kids already know and love Thematic chapters on the topics that matter most to young readers-words, friendships, work, character, and justice-gathering Proverbs' scattered wisdom into focused, practical conversations Real-life application-helping kids see how three-thousand-year-old proverbs speak directly to group chats, lunch tables, social media, and the daily choices that are quietly shaping who they're becoming

Whether your child is navigating peer pressure, learning to control their tongue, figuring out who to trust, or ready to discover why the Bible says ""the fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge,"" What Is the Book of Proverbs? will show them that the wisest life isn't the one with the fewest problems-it's the one built on the right foundation.

Perfect for family reading, church classes, or independent study.

By: Michael Whitworth
Imprint: Start2finish Books
Volume: 18
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 5mm
Weight: 127g
ISBN: 9781944704834
ISBN 10: 1944704833
Series: Kids' Guides to God's Word
Pages: 102
Publication Date: 28 April 2026
Recommended Age: From 13 to 18 years
Audience: Young adult , Preschool (0-5)
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Michael Whitworth is the author of several books and commentaries exploring the depth and wonder of Scripture. A graduate of Freed-Hardeman University, he preaches for the Newport Avenue Church of Christ in Bend, Oregon. When he isn't writing, he finds joy in simple things-reading a good book, capturing landscapes through his camera lens, or guzzling coffee (with a jar of M&Ms close by).

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