History and Central Figures

'Abdu'l-Baha: Loving All the World
Stories to Inspire

Barbara Johnson

Heart-warming stories by accomplished authors invite readers to reflect on the life and example of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. In twenty-seven fully illustrated stories, Loving All the World shares ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s deep love for children, fearless championship of justice, and courageous, generous actions. All stories are meticulously researched and richly illustrated in splendid detail. We invite you to discover the power of stories to stimulate reflection, encourage conversation, and inspire action.

Abdu'l-Baha Loves Children: Nine Stories of Abdu'l-Baha with Children (Baha'i Holy Days)

Alhan Rahimi , Kseniia Pavska

"Know ye the value of these children for they are all my children."

- 'Abdu'l-Bahá

ʻAbdu'l-Bahá lived in the nineteenth and twentieth century. He was a great example for all the spiritual attributes such as generosity, love, kindness, justice and many more. He was also well-known for His love for children. This illustrated book recounts nine stories of Him with children and is published for the occasion of the centenary of His Ascension.

Abdul-Baha's Little Brown Cat

Carolyn Sparey Fox & Alan McKay

"‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s Little Brown Cat” is an illustrated story book for children of all ages, and for adults who like to read to them. It was written in commemoration of the centenary of the passing of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá in November 1921, and tells the story of His last years through the eyes and ears of His little brown cat.

Abdu’l-Baha Was Kind - Personalized Baha’i Children’s Book

Andrea Hope

I’m so excited to bring you “‘Abdu’l-Baha Was Kind”. In honor of the Centenary of the Ascension of ‘Abdu’l-Baha, this book features simple phrases from ‘Abdu’l-Baha about how Baha’is should be. They are made one by one. Add a photo of your child or children to the personalize the book.

Amazing Stories from the Dawn-Breakers

Jacqueline Mehrabi

This collection Amazing Stories of the Dawn-Breakers has been adapted for young people from Nabil's The Dawn-Breakers. This book is divided into short chapters that give brief accounts of such figures as Shakh Ahmad, Siyyid Kazim, Mulla Husayn, Tahirih, Quddus, Vahid, Khadijih-Bagum, and others. Highlighting some key events in the tumult and victory of the early beginnings of the Faith, this book is good for young readers, or even as a tool for teaching children's classes.

Baha’u’llah: Founder of the Baha’i Faith

Christine Abbas and Malcolm Lee

Illustrated booklet. A short and simple book sharing the story of the Bahá’ulláh with delightful illustrations. Written for children, it also includes suggested activities to complement the story and a brief introduction to the Faith which may be helpful for parents and teachers.

Central Figures: Baha’u’llah, Vol. 1, 2, & 3

National Bahá’í Education Task Force, NSA USA

Readers of this endearing storybook will enjoy inspiring, fully illustrated stories on the life and teachings of Baha'u'llah which address the following topics: The Suffering and Sacrifices of Baha'u'llah; The Relationship between Baha'u'llah and Abdu'l-Baha; The Holy Family; The Station of Baha'u'llah as Stated by His Own Pen; The Experience of Baha'u'llah in the Siyah-Chal; The Banishment of Baha'u'llah to Iraq; The Declaration of Baha'u'llah in the Garden of Ridvan; Progressive Revelation; The Social Principles of Baha'u'llah; and The Significance of the Writings of Baha'u'llah. There are 3 volumes of this book.

Central Figures: The Bab, Vol. 1, 2, & 3

National Bahá’í Education Task Force, NSA USA

This richly illustrated storybook on the life and teachings of the Bab enables children of all ages to understand and appreciate His divinely ordained Mission as Herald of the coming of Baha'u'llah, as they read inspiring stories on the following topics: Religious Awakening in Anticipation of the Coming of the Bab; Mulla Husayn's Search for the Prophet; The Titles of the Bab; The Early Life of the Bab; The Early Life of the Bab; The Youth and Early Manhood of the Bab; The Declaration of the Bab; and Prayers of the Bab. There are 3 volumes of this book.

Clara Dunn (The Crowned Heart Series)

Melanie Lotfali and Katayoun Mottahedin

How many queens of the world have laid down their heads on a pillow of dust and disappeared... Not so the handmaids who ministered at the Threshold of God; these have shone forth like glittering stars in the skies of ancient glory, shedding their splendours across all the reaches of time. This is the story of Hand of the Cause of God, Clara Dunn.

Coloring books by 9 Lotus petals

Aleisha Atashband

A Baha’i coloring book inspired by the Baha’i houses of worship with 48 pages to colour in. The perfect coloring book for youth and adult to enjoy with quotes and verses to learn. This is part 1 of a 2 part book series. This is one of the many coloring books available on this site. 

Companions of the Crimson Ark

Shirin Sabri and Sue Podger

This book is the first in the series ‘Companions of the Crimson Ark’ which tells the dramatic stories of some of the women and men, young and old, who, in the time of Bahá’u’lláh and ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, entered the Cause of God and, despite many difficulties and hardships, served it until the end of their lives. It includes the story of ‘Abdu’l-Vahháb, the story of Ashraf and his mother, the story of Nabíl-i-Akbar and that of Áqá ‘Azízu’lláh-i-Jadhdháb.