Why read the actual scriptures to little children?  I like  to teach children scripture stories right out of the scriptures, not  paraphrased but in the rich language and imagery of the scriptures. I am  somewhat, old school and feel that Primary aged children should have  their own copy of scriptures, even before they can read. Yes, even  Sunbeams! This used to be mentioned in the Primary manuals! I also feel  that they can learn to mark passages for easy locating and memorize  verses as young as three. Here you will find lists of many stories found in the scriptures. There are more  there, to be sure, but here are enough to use each school day. The Highlights of the Old Testament, Highlights of the New Testament, and Highlights of the Book of Mormon (Part 1) lists  were  compiled by Penny Garner and is available here, compliments of Penny  Gardner. Highlights of the Book of Mormon (Part 2) and Highlights of the Doctrine and Covenants were compiled for Moor House. There are enough stories listed here to have a story each day  of the school year!"