Dr. Valerie Harrison & Kim Rhodes 
The Great Fish 
A Readers Theater and Instructional Guide

The Great Fish is the story of Jonah and the whale retold in Readers Theater format. Relive this classic Bible story
in a vivid expressive way as you read the part of Jonah, a reluctant prophet whose decision to disobey God’s
command landed him in the belly of Ithy, the great fish. Enjoy the character Ithy, servant of the Most High God as
he obeys God’s command to swallow Jonah whole. Learn how Jonah repents and follows God’s command to go
to the city of Nineveh. And finally, experience the power and majesty as you read the part of almighty God who
demonstrates His overwhelming love and tender mercy to save the people of Nineveh and give Jonah a second
chance.