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Buck Denver Asks…What’s in the Bible?: Let My People Go (Volume 2) DVD Review

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Buck Denver.  Who in the world is Buck Denver?  And what does he have to do with the Bible anyway?

 What’s in the Bible?  DVD Review

Those were my first thoughts when I picked up a copy of Buck Denver Asks…What’s in the Bible (Episode 1) last October.  I can get a little persnickety sometimes…

I took it home, watched it with the girls, and I was hooked.

First off, you have to know the What’s in the Bible? series was created by Phil Vischer from VEGGIE TALES!  I AM a Veggie Tales fan (and have been since college…before I had any kiddos), so I was pretty convinced I would already like the series…

And, when I had the opportunity to review the 2nd DVD in the series (What’s in the Bible:  Let My People Go), of course I said yes!

There are two 25-minute episodes on this DVD.  The first one deals with how the books were chosen to be included in the Bible and also takes a look at the 2nd half of Genesis.  The other episode is a survey through the book of Exodus.  You can find out more about the scope and sequence of the series at the What’s in the Bible website.

Here’s a brief video of ONE of the songs from the DVD.  Seriously…I’ve been singing three of the songs for the past few days.  They are catchy (and I can’t seem to get them out of my head)!

You can also find even more resources to enhance the videos on the website:

 

Here’s what I love about What’s in the Bible: 

  • I can watch it with my kids.  It’s not like watching a painful, slow episode of that big purple dinosaur or one of those other mind-numbing shows.  In fact, it keeps me chuckling throughout.  There is plenty of humor my girls don’t get — but I do.  And, there is plenty of humor the girls laugh at…that I don’t get!  😉
  • The girls are learning to see the big picture and how the Bible is a cohesive book.  Big ideas — like salvation and redemption — are explained in simple terms (and in song)!  Several of my girls are right-brained learners, so the novelty and zaniness of the stories gives them hooks to remember what they’re seeing.
  • Once all of the DVDs are finished, the What’s in the Bible series will walk kids (and parents) through the entire Bible from Genesis to Revelation.

 

Let’s just admit it:  Exodus is a hard book.  There’s animal sacrifice, death, Passover, disobedience, idol worship, and so on, but What’s in the Bible:  Let My People Go does an excellent job couching the tough stuff in terminology little ones can understand.  It doesn’t gloss over it, but instead, leads kids to understand the main ideas and make connections with their own lives.

I heard Phil Vischer on the radio once (you can find the interview here) talking about the series and his motivation behind creating it.  He said he wanted to make a series that not only captivated the kids — but also the parents.  He wanted to increase our Biblical literacy in a fun, engaging way.  I think he’s done just that.  As I’ve watched the shows, I know I’ve learned right along with the girls.

No doubt, videos cannot take the place of reading and studying the living, active Word, but this series can definitely spur interest and teach your child (and you) some things about the Bible you didn’t even know!

(Oh…and by the way, Buck Denver is a news reporter and one of the main characters in the show.  Just in case you wanted to know!)

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GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY

The wonderful people over at What’s in the Bible? have given a copy of the 1st DVD:  What’s in the Bible?  In the Beginning to give away to one of you!

To enter:

  • Leave a comment.  You can tell me why you’d like the DVD, who your favorite character is, or anything you want…

You can earn one extra entry for each of these you complete.  Be sure to leave another comment for EACH way you follow:

This giveaway will close Monday, July 2 at 10 PM CT.  The winner will be chosen with help from Random.org and will have 48 hours to respond once the email has been sent.  This giveaway is open to all.  (Non-U.S. residents would receive a digital download.)

 

More Giveaway Opportunities

Check out the What’s in the Bible? Twitter Party hosted by iHomeschool Network on Thursday, June 28th from 7-8 pm CT for chances to win DVDs and other prizes!  There are also tons of other amazing bloggers reviewing and giving away copies of the 1st DVD.  You can check out all of them on this post:  What’s in the Bible? Review & Giveaway Blitz.

 

Disclosure:  I received free copies from the What’s in the Bible? series to review and was compensated for my time.  All thoughts and opinions are my own, and I was not required to write a positive review.

 

 

 

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About Stacie Nelson

is the creator of MotherhoodOnADime.com. She is passionate about encouraging moms and giving them creative, yet simple, activities to do with their children. A bargain-hunter by nature, she enjoys sharing deals and freebies.

She also loves extra dark chocolate, jogging, writing, cooking dairy and gluten-free, and attempting to declutter her book-filled rooms. Faith and family are her top priorities, and she seeks to encourage others to live life on purpose.

Comments

  1. Krista says

    I would love to win a copy of this DVD. We have seen the 1st one and would love to watch it again.

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  11. Kim B says

    Every time a new one of these DVD’s comes out, I wish my budget would take me purchasing them all. At least this way I have a chance of starting my collection from the beginning….

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  14. Sharon says

    My girls didn’t like these last year but seemed to like them today. I think they would be a good addition to our collection and give good info about the Bible in a fun way.

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  16. Melanie Brownsberger says

    I would love a copy. my kids are just starting to understand what the Bible is about and a video would b a great addition to help me teach them.

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  24. Trinette says

    We are using this DVD as part of our curriculum next year, so would love to win it instead of purchasing it! Thanks for your wonderful review and your giveaway!

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  25. Sarah says

    I have been very curious about this DVDs. It would be wonderful to win one and check it out! Thanks!

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  29. Rissa says

    My kids would love to include this in our traveling and homeschool video collection!!

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  30. Rissa says

    I am following you on Pinterest!

    I’ve also liked Motherhood on a Dime and What’s in the Bible on Facebook! 🙂

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  35. Lisa says

    I would love to win! My kids would really like this DVD. I follow you by email.

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  39. Robyn says

    I’d love to win this DVD because I want to encourage a love for and understanding in the bible in fun ways. Thanks!

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  43. Tabatha F. says

    I’d love to win this so we can see if purchashing more would be right for our family!! Thanks!

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  50. Jeannette says

    I am so excited about these DVDs…we have several veggie tales but haven’t purchased any “What’s in the Bible?” I def plan on making them a part of our collection.

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  61. Bethany says

    We would love to win this! It would be great to use for my daughter for homeschooling and also for my husband as he is a Children’s pastor at a small church!

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