Actually, I'm not in favor of a ten year old reading ANY version of the Bible...... and certainly no O.T. stuff.
Children's books ABOUT the bible are a much better choice in my opinion.
Once they are older, I find no fault with the N.I.V.
I can understand that but I don't think you will find anything there worse than what's on popular TV. It may be a bit boring to young children but I read the OT to my kids and break it down for them. There are quite a few good things to be learned there.
It is hard enough to reconcile the Jewish view of God in the Old Testament with God as explained by Jesus of Nazareth when talking to an educated adult. I wouldn't attempt it with a child.
"Jesus loves me, this I know" is age appropriate "Theology" for a child.
Matter of fact...... it SHOULD be the foundation of all Christians' beliefs.
