Children's Books

From the creation of the world to the infancy of the Church, the important stories from both the Old and New Testament are vividly retold and illustrated for young people. Also included are chapters on the prophets and the psalms. In the back is a glossary of important people, places and objects, providing added information. Ages 6 and up. 238 pages.

This hardbound, gold-embossed First Communion Bible contains pages of colorful images, child-friendly stories on the lives of young Saints, daily Catholic prayers, including how to pray the Rosary, and explanations of the Seven Sacraments. This elegant edition also contains an explanation of the Mass. The treasures found in this gift Bible, a Douay-Rheims translation, will multiply the Graces received in the Sacrament of Holy Communion. Imprint: Saint Benedict Press Publication Date: 2010 Binding: Hardcover Dimensions: 8.5" X 11.5" X 1.75". SKU: 33924 Pages: 1440 pgs

"All you beasts, wild and tame, bless the Lord; praise and exalt him above all forever." - Daniel 3:81 The long awaited book that finally gives voice to the animals from the Gospel! "Who is this child who has just been born in my poor stable?" wonders the old ox. "Who is this man whom even the winds and the sea obey?" the fish asks himself. "Who then is this king riding on my back?" marvels the trembling little donkey. Playful and profound, this artistically illustrated book gives voice to twelve animals from the Gospels. A Faithful Dog; A Thoughtful Ox; A Gentle Wolf; A Startled Fish; A Hungry Fox; An Impatient Sparrow; A Lost Sheep; An Overburdened Camel; A Mother Hen; A Little Donkey; A Hopeful Rooster; A Joyful Dove. Told in engaging and lyrical stories that carry us along to a close encounter with Jesus.

Don’t have enough time in today’s hectic world to get your kids their daily dose of the Bible? Want to teach its invaluable lessons to the next generation? Introducing 5 Minute Bible Stories, a wonderful collection of classic stories from the Bible all synthesized and abridged to inspire young readers. Rewritten especially for very young children in straightforward and engaging language, these abridgements will captivate children both young and old. The stories included are classic narratives from both the New and the Old Testament, such as The Story of Creation, Adam and Eve, The Three Wise Men, The Birth of Jesus, The Good Samaritan, The Holy Spirit, The Plagues of Egypt, Jesus’s miracles, and many more! Featuring beautiful and imaginative illustrations, let the child in your life experience this marvelous early introduction to the Bible. It’s perfect to read to oneself or aloud with the whole family! 96 Pages Format: Hardcover

By Peter Celano Written for 7-11 year olds, this playful guide appeals to kids who want to know more about what adults are telling them is a serious time. Without talking down to them, and challenging them to learn and do more, the following topics are explored in detail: What Lent Is, What Lent Definitely Is Not, 40 Days of Survival Tactics, and A Few Prayers and Practices — Only for Kids. From What Lent Definitely Is Not: People easily become confused on this subject. In fact, we’re glad you are reading this book, because we want to set you, at least, straight. You can then please set others straight. Lent is not about "giving up" silly things. It is not about making sad faces to show how difficult life has suddenly become for you. (Need we startexplaining how most of the world would think that giving up candy bars or soda for 40 days sounds just plain silly? According to Bread for the World, 925 million people around the world go hungry each day. So please don’t talk about the terrible hardship you are undergoing by giving up M&M’s and Coca-Cola for a few weeks.) So instead of focusing on what you may give up, take time to consider why you may do it. You give stuff up for Lent because you want to become a better Christian. You are testing yourself — and allowingGod to test you — to see if, by giving up something that maybe you are toofocused on in everyday life, you can concentrate more on him. . SKU: 46483

By Elena Pasquali, Illustrated by Dubravka Kolanovic In the same style as the bestselling Little Angels Christmas Prayers this is a loveable, giftable collection of prayers and blessings that 3-5s will love. The soft and sweet angel styling is delightfully heavenly! Perfect for aBaptism, First Communion, Easter or Birthday gift for a young child. Dubravka Kolanovic's soft pastel illustrations beautifully convey the simple text. . SKU: 46552

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By Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle featured on EWTN Sunday Night Prime with Fr. Andrew Apostoli speaking about Angels - Sunday, Nov. 9 The invisible world of angels is so often overlooked, though it has been present since before the dawn of Creation, offering attentive service and protection to humankind. Based on Catholic teaching, Angels for Kids offers proof of the true existence of angels while dispelling prevalent contemporary myths. This inspiring book will open the eyes and hearts of youth and their families to a greater awareness of the unseen world, as well as provide warm encouragement to keep company with the incredible angelic friends who unceasingly glorify God and who have been a significant part of salvation history; protecting Jesus throughout His life, announcing heaven's plans, and guiding and protecting the faithful. A chapter of special prayers to the angels completes the book. "Angels are our protectors,companions, and God's messengers. In Angels for Kids,Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle shares the important role they play in our lives in language that is compelling and at the same time accessible for little souls. Buy this book for your kids, savor some reading time along with them, andyou'll be amazed by how much you'll learn too!" —Lisa M. Hendey , Author of A Book ofSaints for Catholic Moms and founder of www. CatholicMom. Com All children should grow up knowing the companionship and powerful help of the holy angels. All children should grow up knowing the truth that this book teaches. It makes for a happier, more confident life. God created the angels to serve us as they glorify Him. We show our gratitude by enjoying their friendship, and Donna-Marie tells us how. —Mike Aquilina Author, Angels of God, A Year with the Angels, and Entertaining Angels "What a delightful little book! Angels For Kids is wonderful in its simplicity and, yet, profound in its content and impact. Children of all ages will greatly benefit from this little catechesis on the angels. This book is truly a gem, containing both beautiful prayers and childlike insights, and Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle has outdone herself in offering to all God's children this angelic treasury!" —Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, STL Author, Under the Mantle: Marian Thoughts from a 21st Century Priest " Science calls us to believe in the unseeable — black holes in space, which cannot ever be seenbecause they absorb all light before it can reflect back to an observer. They believe in black holes because of anomalous behavior in space. So also, Christians, like Jews, Muslims, and many other religious people around the world and throughout history believe in angels, not only because of anomalous behaviors we experience in life's events but also because of God's Revelation in Scripture. We do well to introduce children to these facts, along with astronomical facts, to prepare them for a mature spiritual life. This book is such an introduction, and parents might be reminded of their own angels as they read with theirchildren." —Fr. Mitch Pacwa,S. J. "Angels for Kids by Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle surveys the whole Bible in a touching way . Thebook reminds its young readers that they are always lovingly cared for by God and protected from every kind of harm." —Jack Wintz . SKU: 46473

By Clare Simpson Wiggly kids may have this book in church! This fun book is meant to accompany a child to church - or sit in the pews waiting for him or her. Exploring questions young children naturally have, the answers are both educational and entertaining, such as: Why do we have to be so quiet inchurch? Does God hear me when I sing? Why do we say "Amen" at the end of everything? Does God like it when I kneel or bow my head? What does God look like? Does God remember my Baptism? Can God see me, no matter where I go or what I do? Does God see me when I do something wrong? Does God really forgive my sins? . SKU: 46464

By Sophie Piper, Illustrated by Angelo Ruta This beautiful gift book for First Holy Communion has the color illustration and textual simplicity to appeal to children around the age of 7, and the charm and respectfulness to appeal to the adult buying the book. Designed with a fill-in page to commemorate the child's First Holy Communion, and space for a photo to be stuck in, My First Holy Communion contains prayers on the themes of praising God, remembering baptism, coming to confession, taking part in Holy Communion, and living a Christian life. This keepsake concludes with a section of appealing and reassuring blessings and will be welcomed not only as a memento of a special day, but as an encouragement to grow as a Christian throughout one's life. . SKU: 46544

By Clare Simpson, Illustrated by Maria Angelina Tell Me About Heaven This collection of prayers, psalms, and Bible verses makes a lovely gift for the youngest of children asking questions about heaven. The message is one of God's eternal love and care. Thisdelightful keepsake may be the gift-of-choice for children as a profound but simple way to remind them that faith—and life—are everlasting. My Heaven Book includes prayers that are easy to commit to memory and to say throughout the day, along with very simple expressed statements of Christian belief that are appropriate for the youngest of children. The message of My Heaven Book is one of God's eternal love and care. For ages 0-8. . SKU: 46465

By Sophie PiperThis sincere book is the ideal companion to our bestseller, My Baptism Book, presenting the Ten Commandments for kids one at a time, with Bible quotations and related prayers. Drawing on passages from the Psalms, Proverbs, and the wisdom of Jesus—including Jesus's summary of the Old Testament Law—The Ten Commandments for kids is a small but perfectly formed compendium of Christian wisdom, perfect for giving to achild at important religious occasions to help them learn about the Christian faith. . SKU: 46546

Released for the 5th anniversary of the election of Pope Francis! This is the story of a stray born on the Via della Conciliazione in Rome, how she’s adopted by the Pope, and then “rules” the Vatican from museum to floorboard! First in a new series. No one has a closer view of what’s happening in the world’s tiniest nation, Vatican City, than Margaret, the Pope’s new cat. But she wasn’t always Margaret, and she wasn’t always the Pope’s cat. She started out as a stray on the streets of Rome, and there are those in the Vatican who wish she’d never been allowed inside. This fun, adorable new character will appeal to all kids! Here is a cat who does what she likes regardless of what others, even someone like the Pope, expects of her! “The Pope’s Cat is a heartwarming tale, which gives the papacy a human touch, along with a taste of life in Rome. Sweeney has done an excellent job in opening up the world of the Vatican to youngsters. I read it to my two children and they both loved it!” —Christopher Lamb, Rome correspondent for The Tablet (UK) “Young readers will surely fall in love with Margaret, the spirit-filled pet at the heart of The Pope's Cat! Accompanied by fanciful illustrations from Roy Deleon, Jon Sweeney’s first book for children invites us to peek inside the Vatican and discover a Pope who loves adorable cats just like the rest of us.” —Lisa M. Hendey, founder of CatholicMom. Com, author of the Chime Travelers series “Margaret brings joy and quiet companionship into the Pope’s life in this sweet tale of friendship that left me hungry—not only for gelato and spaghetti alle vongole—but for more stories about this dear pair.” —Jennifer Grant, award-winning author of Maybe God Is Like That Too “As a self-professed gelateria Catholic, fascinated by Rome, the papacy, and cats, I cannot wait to read this story to our children and the cats we have at home.” —Massimo Faggioli, Professor of Historical Theology, Villanova University

A delightful retelling of the life and times of one of history’s most beloved saints, Francis of Assisi (1182-1226). Delphine Pasteau guides young readers through all the important events of Francis’s days, from his birth to his death, and provides valuable context from medieval world history - knights, the crusades, and the birth of the Franciscan order! Young and middle grade readers will appreciate the rich descriptions of Francis’s beliefs and actions, and the lively accompanying illustrations. A timeline, mini-history lesson with maps on the Crusades, and games and puzzles at the end of the book complete this inspiring piece of Franciscan spirituality and history for kids. Format: Paperback Trim size: 6 x 7.5 inches Pages: 32. SKU: 57857

I Am God’s Storyteller invites children to use their gifts to shine God’s light and share the Gospel. Offering children examples of noted storytellers in Bible history (Sarah, Moses, Deborah, Esther, David, Isaiah, Mary, John the Baptist, and the Evangelists and early Church), this colorful and engaging picture book also looks at how Jesus used storytelling to teach and share his message of faith, hope and love. I Am God’s Storyteller concludes by asking children to be “God’s storytellers,” and helps them to understand that our world needs them now more than ever to shine God's light. Includes information for parents, teachers and caregivers, with suggestions and guidelines for building a love for storytelling in the hearts of children. With encouragement and empowerment, young storytellers are sent on a mission to engage the world around them with joy and creativity.

By Fr. Jack Wintz, OFM Friar Jack wants you to know: God loves and cares for all creatures, including and especially those we are closest to! "Today at school, one of the kids told me that only humans go to heaven," my young friend, Eva Maria said. "I almost started to cry. Is that true, FriarJack?" She went on, "My dog Daisy is my best friend. When I go home she jumps into my arms and licks my face. Wouldn't God want her to be with me in heaven?" Eva Marie looked at me, waiting for my answer. . . "We don't know everything God has planned for us in heaven," I told Eva. "But there are many good reasons for you to believe that your dog, cat, fish, hamster, snake, ferret, iguana—or any other creature that God created—will go to heaven when it dies. God has given us clues and hints in stories from the Bible and in theteachings of my favorite saint, Francis of Assisi..." This charming book is the children'sedition of the Paraclete bestseller, I Will See You in Heaven (more than 25,000 copies sold). It comforts and explains to children that God loves and cares for all creatures, including and especially those we are close to. Includes a presentation page for gift-giving. Watch a video clip from "We Will Miss You: Support for Grieving the Death of a Pet" . SKU: 46466

By Melanie Grandgirard With simple language and lovely illustrations, this book retells the stories of Mary, the Mother of Jesus. Share in the excitement as Mary learns from the Angel Gabriel that she will become Jesus's Mommy. Be with Mary as she teaches Jesus to walk and to read, and join Joseph as he shows Jesus how tocut wood and use carpenter's tools. As Jesus grows older, he sets off to tell people that God loves them. Mary is always there, and she loves to see Jesus surrounded by all his friends! . SKU: 46550

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A Child's Guide to Ascension, Pentecost, and the Growing Time Imbued with a sense of wonder, and a strong connection to the natural world, Laura Alary’s books invite young readers to engage with the liturgical seasons of the church year. Breathe is a journey through Ascension, Pentecost, and Ordinary Time. “The day of Pentecost is coming. The church is changing color. The white and gold of Easter will soon burst into flaming red, then cool to green.” So begins Breathe: A Child's Guide to Ascension, Pentecost, and the Growing Time. In the warm, thoughtful style that has made her books so popular with families who want to encourage their children to think deeply and engage their spiritual imaginations, Laura Alary presents the third book in a trilogy (previous books include Look! A Child’s Guide to Advent and Christmas and Make Room: A Child’s Guide to Lent and Easter) that explores the church’s liturgical seasons. At the heart of Breathe lies a puzzle: How can Jesus go away, yet promise to be with us always? Can we trust someone who comes and goes so mysteriously? Moving beyond long ago and far away events, Breathe invites children to wonder about and watch for the presence and work of the Spirit here and now, in practices of prayer and mindfulness, and through acts of justice, generosity, and kindness. Slowly but surely, we discover that we are the body of Jesus now, his way of being in the world. And that whenever we choose the way of love, Jesus is there. Always.

When a little boy stops in to see Sister Lucia on his way to Catechism Class, she tells him the amazing story of Fatima. As the boy’s eyes fill with wonder, so too will readers respond to the appearance of The Virgin Mary to Lucia and her cousins as little children. They will be fascinated to learn about what Our Lady taught Lucia, Jacinta, and Francisco. They will be inspired to Our Lady’s pleas to pray the Rosary, do penance, and follow Jesus as the three shepherd children did. Readers will marvel as they watch the courageous response of the children of Fatima to the Blessed Mother’s message. Their eyes will widen in wonder as they learn about the “Miracle of the Sun”. The Graphic Novel is a particularly effective way to bring the powerful story of Fatima alive. Packed with charming illustrations, Our Lady of Fatima - The Graphic Novel will delight readers, whether they’re children or children-at-heart.

From the bestselling author of All Creation Waits — a beautiful book for Lent. Pangolins and polar bears, olms, lemurs, and leopards. We share this planet with creatures magnificent, delicate, intricate—and now vanishing at a faster rate than at any other time in Earth’s history. Spend Lent with twenty-five of these endangered animals. Vivid descriptions of the miracle of each creature and the peril it faces will fill readers with wonder and grief at what these animals suffer on a planet shaped by human choices. Their true and difficult stories will wake readers to a greater compassion—which is what Lent, meaning “springtime,” has always been for. These stories also wake in us a wild hope that from all this death and ruin something new could rise. The promise of Lent is that something new will rise. In fact, as these stories attest, our hope, though wild, is not impossible and is already loose in the world. "Wild Hope is the only book whose table of contents alone gave me chills. Here’s the deal: the living world, life on planet Earth, is sacred. Author Gayle Boss yearns to show us that we live in a miracle. And she succeeds in showing us that we are not alone on this holy planet. This is a beautifully elegant, deeply excellent book, pursued by grace on every page, in every stunning illustration." —Carl Safina, ecologist, NYT bestselling author of Beyond Words and Becoming Wild; MacArthur Fellow and founder of The Safina Center