Narnia Reviews
the Review Source
With the release to theater of the amazing, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, many books, games and even jewelry have been made available for fans of Narnia to enjoy. We are delighted to include reviews of these items and encourage you, if you have not already been to the theater to see the movie, to go and enjoy a truly well made movie for the entire family!
Books -
A Reader's Guide
Through the Wardrobe
Authors - Leland Ryken & Marjorie Lamp Mead
Publisher - InterVarsity Press
Favorite Features -
reflection and discussion questions throughout
walks through the imagery and meaning from the book
includes pictures of C.S. Lewis
looks at the characters and settings of the story
includes the history of the Narnia books and how they came to be written
Excellent book to help the reader understand and fully enjoy the Narnia books! Extremely well done, Leland, Marjorie and IVP!
Inside Narnia
Author - Devin Brown
Publisher - Baker Books
Favorite Features -
chapter by chapter guide to Narnia
walks through the characters, setting and messages in the story
helps readers understand the imagery and meaning in the book
Another excellent tool to help readers better understand the message behind the story of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe! Extremely well done, Devin and Baker Books!
The Soul of the Lion,
the Witch and
the Wardrobe
Author - Gene Veith
Publisher - Cook/Victor
Favorite Features -
walks readers through the story and what it means
looks at fantasy
explains how to look at the Harry Potter books and the differences between them and Narnia
includes a reader's guide with questions for each chapter
subject and Scripture index
Extremely well done, Gene and Cook/Victor. This book not only guides readers through Narnia, but helps them to understand and enjoy these books!
Knowing Aslan
Author - Thomas Williams
Publisher - W Publishing Group
Favorite Features -
short book walks through the journey to discover the identity of Aslan
Clear, easy to understand, excellent, readable booklet on Narnia. Tremendously well done, Thomas and W Publishing Group. Consider including this little book when you give a gift of the Chronicles of Narnia!
The Chronicles of Narnia
Author - C.S. Lewis
Publisher - Harper Collins
Favorite Features -
available in one, soft-cover, complete collection
includes each of the books, in order
Narnia is a world every child and adult needs to learn about! This classic book is a wonderful item to give or get for yourself! Tremendously well done, C.S. Lewis and Harper Collins!
Children's Books -
Step Into Narnia
Author - EJ Kirk
Publisher - ZonderKidz
Ages - 8+
Favorite Features -
explains the world of Narnia for a child
64 pages with facts about the characters, setting and story
photos throughout from the movie
Great book for families who are reading the Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe together! Extremely well done, E J and ZonderKidz!
I Can Read -
Tea With Mr. Tumnus
Adapted by Jennifer Frantz
Publisher - ZonderKidz
Level 2 - Reading with help
Favorite Features -
photos from the movie throughout
simple text for the beginning readers
tells the story of how Lucy met Mr. Tumnus for the first time
Wonderful book to use to introduce beginning readers to the world of Narnia! Tremendously well done, Jennifer and ZonderKidz!
The Creatures of Narnia
Adapted by Scott Driggs
Illustrator - Justin Sweet
Publisher - ZonderKidz
Favorite Features -
drawings of the creatures from the movie
re-tells the story by walking through the different creatures
Extremely well done, Scott, Justin and ZonderKidz! Great way to help children "meet" and understand the variety of creatures, good and bad in the land of Narnia!
The Quest for Aslan
Adapted by Jasmine Jones
Publisher - HarperKids
Ages - 7-11
Favorite Features -
includes photos from the movie
short, condensed version of the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe - perfect for kids!
Easy to read, great Narnia chapter book for young readers! Tremendously well done, Jasmine and Harper Kids!
The Movie Storybook
Adapted by - Kate Egan
Publisher - ZonderKidz
Ages - 4-11
Favorite Features -
photos from the movie really set off this amazing, beautiful storybook
short re-telling of the story for children
A truly beautiful storybook any family would love to add to their own library of books! Tremendously well done, ZonderKidz!
Narnia Games -
The Lion the Witch
and the Wardrobe Game
Produced by - Hasbro/Milton Bradley
Ages - 8+
2 - 4 players
Favorite Features -
colorful board and playing pieces from the movie
simple rules
encourages strategy, reading, playing fair, counting and interactive play
Tremendously well done, fun new game the whole family will love! Could become a classic, just like the book the game is based on!
Stratego,
Narnia edition
Made by - Hasbro/Milton Bradley
Ages 8+
Favorite Features -
Simple rules
colorful stickers from the movie for each character
special powers from the movie add to the fun
encourages strategy, thinking, taking turns and playing fair
Tremendously well done, Hasbro! Excellent combination of the classic story of Narnia with the classic game of Stratego - a perfect combination! Sure to be a classic game every lover of Narnia will want!
Narnia Jewelry
Through the Wardrobe
Necklace
Made by Bob Siemon Designs
Favorite Features -
pewter wardrobe opens to show Lucy at the lamppost
Unique, fun item for the Narnia fan! Tremendously well done, Bob Siemon!
Pewter Pendant
Made by Bob Siemon Designs
Favorite Features -
red Aslan o the shield
writing on the back from the book
Narnia fans will love this pendant. Very nicely done, Bob Siemon Designs!