Books and other resources
Books about the Báb
The Story of the Báb as a Child is a children's book, written for those ages 6 to 10, that presents a brief history and stories from the early life of the Báb. Using carefully gathered information about the Báb, this unique story will help to introduce the Báb to children and give them a glimpse into His extraordinary life.
Immortal Youth Published for the occasion of the Bicentenary of the Birth of the Báb, Immortal Youth is a unique and beautiful volume collecting some of the sacred and authoritative texts of the Faith concerning the Báb’s life and station.
The book is divided into sections covering the birth, declaration, martyrdom, and station of the Báb, followed by a selection of His own prayers and meditations. It includes writings of Bahá’u’lláh and the Báb as well as writings and recorded utterances of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá and writings of Shoghi Effendi. As Bahá’ís the world over gather to celebrate the Twin Holy Birthdays on the occasion of this bicentennial year, it is hoped that Immortal Youth will offer readers a special opportunity to reflect on the significance of the life and station of the Faith’s Prophet-Herald.
The Central Figures Series - The Báb (Set of 3) includes three colorful, richly illustrated storybooks on the life and teachings of the Báb that enable children of all ages to understand and appreciate His divinely ordained Mission as Herald of the coming of Bahá'u'lláh, Prophet-Founder of the Bahá'í Faith. With stories set in historical as well as contemporary contexts, readers will have the opportunity to relive the history of the Faith, while also learning to apply the Bahá'í teachings in their everyday lives. Readers will fall in love with these tales of love, service, and sacrifice for the betterment of humanity. Perfect for teachers, parents, and readers of all ages.
Mine Rich in Gems - Bahá'í Inspired Creations
Presents volume 2, "Lionhearts of the Time of the Báb" chronicling special supporters of the Báb. 9 of 19 available monthly Feast issues for Kids workbooks are created with love for children and junior youth (ages 4-14).
Children's Devotional Bicentenary 176BE.pdfChildren's Devotional Coloring Pages of Baha'i Quotes for Bicentenary
Also accessible here: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Childrens-Devotional-Coloring-Pages-of-Bahai-Quotes-for-Bicentenary-4865078. Anna Fonua Ingold created this based on years teaching children’s classes. Resourses such as 9-pointed stars and this packet that created for the bicentenary, all for free, as a service for fellow teachers and moms.
Children's Activity Book
The Báb: Gate to Bahá'u'lláh This easy-to-use activity book for parents and teachers is filled with dozens of hands-on activities for children, including readings, demonstrations, discussion starters, outdoor games, crafts, songs, felt lessons, memory quotes, a mini-opera and much more. Handouts for the book are available here (PDF download), and include photos, craft patterns, scripts, song sheets, puzzles, coloring pages, and 23 full-color pictures to illustrate stories from the life of the Báb.
Bicentenary Multi-Media
Video
The groundbreaking documentary that tells the amazing, true story of the Prophet Herald known as the Báb, His message, and the origins of a new era in world religion.
PowerPoint slides
Central Figures of the Bahá'í Faith This colorful PowerPoint show introduces Bahá'u'lláh, the Báb and 'Abdu'l-Bahá, beginning with the great religious revival that was taking place around the world in the early 1840s. Thousands of people felt certain that the Day of Judgment, the time when Christ would return, was at hand. Based on their understanding of Bible prophecies, some Christian scholars had calculated the exact year as 1844. That same year in Persia, a young man known as the Báb announced that He was the Bearer of a Divine Revelation, and the Herald of another Manifestation of God with a mission even greater than His own.
Music
The Exalted One was created in honor of the Bicentenary of the Birth of the Báb. The 11 songs on the album set the prayers and writings of the Báb to music with piano, cello, guitar, tiple, cuatro (South American instruments) and voice. The cover has a beautiful gold laser cut rendering inspired by the gate leading to the Shrine of the Báb. The album includes a short written introduction to the Life and Mission of the Báb.
Bicentenary Materials (supplementary teaching / promotional items)
God’s Messengers for This Day: Celebrating the 200th anniversaries of the births of the Báb and Bahá’u’lláh - Tri-fold brochure with booklet of sacred texts produced by the Bahá’ís of the United States. ORDER NOW
an introduction to the Báb and Bahá’u’lláh, a description of the coming of age of humanity, and an invitation to join the Bahá’ís on a path of service. Includes a pocket with a 16-page booklet of prayers and writings inserted and a detachable interest card to learn more or get involved.
The Bahá’ís is a completely revised and updated edition of the popular magazine-format introduction to the Bahá’í Faith. Produced by the Bahá’í International Community, this publication offers an accessible and comprehensive survey of the Faith’s history, conceptual framework, and community-building processes. Printed on high-quality matte paper with vibrant photography, perfect bound, 96 pages. Sold in packs of 10. Available to order now from the Baha'i Bookstore!
Special Offer:
Brilliant Star’s “Light of Faith” Issue
Celebrating the Bicentenary of the Birth of the Báb
Make your community events for the 200th anniversary of the birth of the Báb even more inviting to kids and families with the gift of Brilliant Star magazine. In honor of the bicentenary, we are offering a substantial discount for bulk orders of our “Light of Faith” issue created to celebrate this special holy day. Please see https://www.bahaibookstore.com/Brilliant-Star-Light-of-Faith-P9731.aspx for details.
Display Panels
These six display panels explain the significance of the Bicentenary and introduce the lives of Baha'u'llah and the Bab. These can be printed locally for use as posters or display panels.
Download the high resolution, print-ready files here.
The high res files are sized to work on standard retractable banners. To the right is a low res PDF to view the panels.
Bicentenary Display Panels--Low Res.pdf
Other brochures, pamphlets and flyers:
- Bicentenary Materials from Special Ideas
The “Light of Unity” Dinner Party Booklet is a guide that includes introductory stories, songs, prayers, discussion questions, and crafts that Bahá’ís can use to host a dinner in their home to celebrate the 200th Anniversary of the Birth of the Báb.
Hosting a dinner is something anyone can do. The booklet is ideal for use with 2-10 participants of all ages. It can be used as part of a meal, potluck gathering, or dessert and tea with time for discussion. The material is designed to create a spiritual atmosphere and spark authentic, meaningful conversations. It takes about an hour and half to complete.
Copies of the booklet can be purchased from the Special Ideas website. Or download and print the booklet yourself. (Be sure to print double-sided and flipped on the SHORT edge of the paper.) Provide one for each guest.
Display Panels - General
Bicentenary Courses and Web Talks
The Wilmette Institute will be offering six courses in 2019 about the Báb–the first Manifestation of the Bahá’í era–Who was the “portal to a superior Revelation.”