CHILDREN OF THE PROMISE

About the Book

Children of the Promise is a trilogy of biblical historical nonfiction for readers across all ages, although it was specifically written for intermediate and older students. Each story may stand independently although put together, the three represent the history of the children of Israel starting at their founding, the birth of their most famous leader, and ending with their freedom. Each story contains elements of fictional plot surrounding the biblical account presented in the King James Version. The writer’s objective is to entice the reader to read the authentic Bible stories with heightened understanding and to make life decisions with good discretion.

About the Author

Norma Evans Barber has a Certificate in Graduate Studies from Regent University, Virginia Beach, and a Masters in Education and a BA in Sociology-Anthropology from Howard University in Washington, DC. She entered the forefront of the early intervention movement, teaching babies with special needs at the Easter Seals Society for Disabled Children and Adults where she later became center coordinator for the Washington DC centers. Her love for teaching beckoned her back to the classroom, where she taught for twelve years in the DC Public Schools, then for further years in the Prince George’s County Public Schools. She is also a Teacher Consultant with the DC Area Writing Project. Born in Guyana, South America, she now resides in the state of Maryland. Mrs. Barber is the secretary of the Local Board of Administration, superintendent of Sunday School, and adult Bible Class teacher for her church. She holds workshops for hurting women. Her life demonstrates her personal commitment to the Lord Jesus, children, and literacy, and to make a positive difference in our world.