Walking the Plank to the Baptism Tank

Tales from the Back Pew

by Mike Thaler, Jared Lee (Illustrator)

With hilarious stories and nutty pictures, the Tales from the Back Pew series offers kids a unique view of church. Enjoy plenty of giggles with your child ― and learn fun, important truths about God, church, and the Bible. Walking the Plank to the Baptism Tank I’m getting baptized this Sunday, but I can’t swim! Pastor says not to worry because God is my lifeguard. I sure hope he’s on duty. With unique humor, Mike Thaler turns common church activities into fun and valuable time. He keeps kids laughing while introducing them to the love of God and encouraging them in their faith.

Genres: Picture Books

32 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2009

About the author

Mike Thaler, born in Los Angeles, started his professional career drawing cartoons for adults. A children's book editor saw one of his cartoon stories in a national magazine and encouraged Mike to try writing for children. His first attempt met with success, and "The Magic Boy" was published in 1961.

Mike has produced over 220 published books and is known as “America’s Riddle King.” He has also been called “The Court Jester of Children’s Literature.”

Mike Thaler lives in Portland, Oregon with his wife Patty. He gladly welcomes all invitations to do church and school programs, and other book events.

Mike travels each year throughout the world helping children and teachers create their own stories, riddles, and books. He writes and teaches with creativity, inspiring his audiences with a love of language.

--from the author's website

Reviews

[Cindi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Walking the Plank of the Baptismal Tank by Mike Thaler and Jared Lee takes a light-hearted look at baptism, yet still explains the act of faith in a way children can understand. The main character has decided "to get baptized and dedicate [his] life to Christ," but he has lots of worries surrounding his decision. What if the water is dark and cold or has sharks in it? What if he can't hold his breath and there's no lifeguard on duty? His mother reminds him that "God is our lifeguard and He's...on duty twenty-four hours a day."



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[Sarah Frobisher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hilarious!!! I love it. Can't wait to get the rest of the series :)