Also by this author: Corrie ten Boom: The Courageous Woman and The Secret Room, Betsey Stockton: The Girl With a Missionary Dream
Series: Do Great Things for God #13
Published by Good Book Company on August 11, 2025
Genres: Children's, Children's Educational
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Part of the popular series of biographies Do Great Things for God, this book introduces children to the imaginative mind behind Narnia and Mere Christianity.
The true story of C.S. Lewis, whose love of learning, stories, and Jesus led him to create Narnia and write many other beloved books.
C.S. Lewis was curious and creative from his earliest days, and this biography walks kids through both fun and formative questions he asked and where they led him. Kids will learn about his famous stories and his friendship with J.R.R. Tolkien, as well as the suffering he faced when loved ones died and when he was injured in World War I. Most importantly, kids will hear how C.S. Lewis came to answer questions like “Why does God let bad things happen?” and “Is God even real?”
Delightful illustrations and engaging storytelling will draw kids into this true story of good questions leading to a relationship with Christ.
This book is part of the Do Great Things for God series, designed to show kids how God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. Download free extras such as worksheets to help children interact with the true story and think of ways in which they can also follow God and encourage his people today.
This series can be read to young children or enjoyed independently by early readers. The free extras make these stories useful for homeschool, Sunday school, missions events, and more.
The previous biographies in the Do Great Things for God series have all been about Christian women, but with this new addition, the series expands to cover notable Christian men as well. This delightful picture book biography introduces kids to C. S. Lewis, with simple text from Laura Caputo-Wickham and bright, colorful illustrations from Keila Elm. The story covers Lewis’s childhood and some key moments from his adult life, concluding with his creation of The Chronicles of Narnia. Even though the story involves lots of transitions in time, the narrative flows smoothly and never feels choppy. The author also ties everything together with the theme of how Lewis asked lots of big questions throughout his life, found answers in the Bible, and wanted to share these truths with others through his writing and speaking.
I have read multiple picture book biographies of C. S. Lewis, and I like how each one is different. This one is especially great for little kids. C.S. Lewis: The Boy Who Loved to Ask Big Questions touches on some heavy topics from Lewis’s life, such as his mother’s terminal illness and his service in World War One, but these parts of the book go by quickly, without much emphasis on them. The story is age-appropriate and engaging, and there’s also a little seek-and-find element, since the same mouse appears in many of the illustrations. This book also includes helpful material at the back for digging deeper. There’s a photo of Lewis, some discussion questions, a map that highlights where he lived, and a timeline of his life that covers some additional details. There are also free worksheets related to the book, which people can download from the publisher’s website.
One thing I found odd, however, is that the author never mentioned Warnie, C. S. Lewis’s older brother. These brothers had a very close relationship all their lives, and Warnie was instrumental in helping Lewis develop his imagination and love for storytelling as a child. I know that the author had to cut some things for brevity, but I question this particular choice, especially since many children would find the sibling dynamic relatable. Finding Narnia: The Story of C. S. Lewis and His Brother, by Caroline McAlister, would pair well with this book and fill that gap.
C.S. Lewis: The Boy Who Loved to Ask Big Questions introduces kids to an author who generations of people have loved and admired. This book is age-appropriate as a read-aloud for very young children, and it is a great fit for independent readers. I recommend this to families, churches, and Christian schools, and would encourage C. S. Lewis fans who enjoy this book to explore the rest of the Do Great Things for God series as well.