Kids, especially boys, are messy. Kids don't always think before they act. Kids love water. For all these reasons, I always get a little nervous when I let my children look at one of our 'adult' Bibles. I hate the thought of ruining such a precious book because of one spilled glass of water or a page turned too forcefully. So you can imagine my excitement when I heard that there is a Bible that can take my worries away! Have you heard of the Waterproof Bible from Bardin Marsee Publishing? Their vision is for you to "take God's word into all of His creation, regardless of the weather or circumstances." Now granted, this Bible was created with the adventurer in mind, but I think that 4 year old boys are adventures in and of themselves, coming with their own self-made weather and circumstances, so I was excited to try this out!
I wanted to see if this waterproof Bible could stand up to a day in the life of a 4 year old boy. What do you think? Spoiler Alert: it does! But continue reading to see everything that this Bible made it through in 24 hours and enter to win one of your own!
A Day in the Life of a Four Year Old Boy
First up, breakfast. Sounds safe enough, but with juicy watermelon and sticky syrup, I wouldn't have let a regular Bible anywhere near him! No fear here, though. Since the Waterproof Bible's pages are made out of synthetic materials, any liquid (even sticky syrup!) wipes right off. Looks like it passed the breakfast test...check!
Next on the schedule, play time. Of course the easily distracted 4-year-old boy would take the Bible to play with him by the hose...and leave it there for his 2-year-old sister to have her way with. Is it going to stand up to a 2-year-old with a hose?
I guess she wanted to perform a test for some real scientific comparison. Results? The coloring book paper was useless after being sprayed with water (obviously), but the Bible was as good as new! It passed the playtime test too...check!
The day is almost done, but there's still time for one final, ultimate test...some underwater Bible reading! I mean, if the Waterproof Bible can withstand this, it can withstand anything! My son thought this was a hoot! Check out the video below to see how the Bible fared after it's bath.
My only slight critique is that when the Bible was submerged in water for a few minutes, it took a little while for it to completely dry off. The pages didn't turn as cleanly until it was fully dried, but once it was dry it was back to normal!
About the Bible
Some extra info about the Waterproof Bible:
- 100% waterproof inside and out
- Made from synthetic materials
- The pages do not rip (believe me, my son tried!)
- The writing is super clear and you cannot see through the pages
- Dirt wipes right off
- You can throw it in a diaper bag or backpack with a bottle or sippy cup and have no worries
- It is available in many different versions (NIV, NKJV, KJV, ESV, NLT, and NASB) and colors/designs
- You can write and highlight on the pages
Learn More and Connect:
- Bardin&Marsee Publishing
- Waterproof Bible on facebook
- waterproofbible on Twitter
Try One For Free!
I think this Bible is fantastic for any parent, child, or adventurer to have in their home! If you would like to have one (and I think you should =) you can enter to win one for free right here! Also, if you would like to purchase one, you can use the code freeship3 for free shipping (code good until Dec. 31, 2012). I noticed that there are even some of these Bibles on clearance for about 50% off right now, so hurry and check them out!
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Rules: The winner must contact me within 72 hours of being notified that they won. Open to United States and military addresses only. Must be 18 years of older to enter.
To see what some other great ladies thought of their Waterproof Bible and to enter their giveaways, check out the following blogs:
Disclaimer: I received this Waterproof Bible for free and was compensated for the time I invested to thoroughly test and review it. All my opinions are honest and I was not required to post a positive review.
I have four children and think it would make a great Christmas present for one of them, since they're so rough on their Bibles
ReplyDeleteWow, to let zeke "read" the Bible without fear of him ruining it would be great!
ReplyDeleteI know, right!?! That's exactly how I felt!
DeleteI would love to be able to take this Bible anywhere, even in my bag next to crayons, toys, snacks, and sippy cups and not worry about it getting damaged.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! I have friends who go caving... they would love this!
ReplyDeleteI would give this to my 7 year old for christmas
ReplyDeleteI want one for myself! Sitting at the kitchen table, having devotion, someone is bound to spill something, and Murphy's Law directs it right to to me! What a great idea!
ReplyDeleteI would be able to take this Bible everywhere and never worry about what might happen to it! Since we travel a lot for my daughter's therapy and specialist appointments, this would be great!
ReplyDeleteI would like to have a more durable Bible for my own use. This sounds so intriguing!
ReplyDeleteI would give it to my husband who often reads his Bible while walking the dog even on rainy days.
ReplyDeleteI found your giveaway through money saving mom and couldn't resist! I have 5 brothers and just think these bibles are the coolest! Thanks so much. I am also having a giveaway @ my blog " www.ourfinedays.blogspot.com"
ReplyDeleteMariah
Oh and I would use it out doors and when I go cave spelunking! :)
ReplyDeleteI'm loving everyone's ideas for how they would use the Waterproof Bible! It's neat to see how everyone has a unique use. Thanks for entering!
ReplyDeleteWOW!!This is an ultimate Bible!!! Want one!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThat Bible would be put to the test around here... it would be the "go w/me" Bible.... and w/3 grandkids, 3 foster kids and varying numbers of misc kids around, it'd get put through the paces of durability testing!
ReplyDeleteI'm thinking poolside devotions... :)
ReplyDeleteI would give it to my almost 4 year-old son for his birthday next month.
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ReplyDeleteI think this would work great in the rainy state where I live!
I'd give it to my child who is on the autism spectrum - it would be great for her!
ReplyDeleteI'd read it with my son without worrying he'd damage it.
ReplyDeleteI'd use it with my kids and let them use it without worrying at all!
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Great for Camping
ReplyDeleteAs a mom I would use it in the car, at the park, and in my bag, I have several normal Bibles that hare pink with crystal light spills.
ReplyDeleteMy son is always wanting to look at our Bibles, so this is exactly what we need! Thanks for the recommendation!
ReplyDeleteI would use it on our hiking and camping trips in the Bavarian Alps as well as in the tub :)
ReplyDeleteWell, I'm sure it would get a lot of "normal" usage, but having children that are 11 months, 3 years, 5 years..., that would be the one I hand to the children for use at church & during devotionals.
ReplyDeleteEven though I have 3 active kids and a hubby in the military, I could see this as being wonderful for me--I may be the least active, but I'm definitely the most clumsy!
ReplyDeleteI'd use it in my home with 4 boys, and let them take it camping!l--Gena at ichoosejoy.org
ReplyDeleteI would use it during Sukkot, by the pool, around my dogs when they drool.
ReplyDeleteI would use in the bathroom! Or let my boys use it, they love to take it outside and to their fort and all over ;-)
ReplyDeleteI definitely think the no rip pages would definitely be good for us!
ReplyDeleteLove it! Such a good idea Amy:-)
ReplyDeleteWould be awesome for those soaking bubble baths. How do i enter to win?
ReplyDeleteOh no! It looks like Raffelcopter (the giveaway program) is having a hiccup. I'm sorry for the inconvenience! Hopefully it will be working again soon. Can you check back in a little while? It should come up as a big box under the "Try One For Free" heading and you click to enter there. Sorry again!
DeleteOh! It looks like it's working again now...hopefully you see this =)
DeleteA great Bible that you feel safe taking with you anywhere! love it!
ReplyDeleteOh, I can think of so many great places to use this bible: in a bubble bath, watching the kids play in the snow, at the beach, while doing the dishes, the list just goes on….
ReplyDeleteThat is amazing!
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