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The "God's Word" translation of the Bible, is one of the newest and best translations of the Bible into the everyday language we speak. Its goal is simple, to communicate clearly to today's Americans without compromising the accuracy of the Bible's message. This new translation consciously combines scholarly fidelity with natural English. Throughout the translation process, the biblical scholars worked with English reviewers to make sure that "God's Word" looks and reads like contemporary American literature. It uses natural grammar, follows standard punctuation and capitalization rules, and is printed in an open single column format. Exciting study Bibles designated especially for the unique needs and interests of boys or girls ages 8 to 12. Developed by a family team led by Dr. Larry Richards, the best selling author of The Adventure Bible and The Teen Study Bible Brief devotionals tied to specific Bible passages encourage boys or girls to read, think and pray Features on what life was like for men and women in Bible times Biographical sketches and full-color, full-page portraits of historical biblical figures Numerous drawings, illustrations and maps