New Text: The Story of Mary
The Story of Mary From the Dawn of Time to Today “All generations shall call me blessed” (Luke 1:48). Perhaps no prophecy has been so marvelously fulfilled as these words spoken by Our Lady. Truly, it...
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Learn About Our Lady of Champion (Our Lady of Good Help)
In the only approved Marian apparition to take place in the United States, Our Lady appeared to Adele Brise in Champion, Wisconsin, in 1859. Two wonderful resources to help your children (and you!)...
View ArticleSaintly Fun for the Whole Family
115 Saintly Fun Facts by Bernadette McCarver Snyder Review: I’m not sure exactly how this book found its way onto my bookshelf. It must have been a gift to one of my children. But recently, as I was...
View ArticleTeach Children to Be Who God Wants Them to Be
The Glory of God by Maria J. Bain is a lovely picture book designed to introduce children to living how God wants them to live. The title takes its name from a quote by St. Irenaeus: “The glory of God...
View ArticleWhat Can We Learn from Blessed Carlo Acutis?
Did you know that a miracle occurs at every Mass? During the consecration, through the priest, Jesus changes the bread and wine into His body and blood. This is no mere symbol. It truly is Jesus—body,...
View ArticleIntroduce Children to Cloistered Life
Sister Clare Gets Ready for PrayerInvite your children into the cloister of a Dominican convent with Sister Clare Gets Ready for Prayer! Captivate the hearts of your children with this charming story...
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Learning the Building Blocks of Faith
Two of my favorite resources for teaching the Catholic faith to children are Catechism of the Seven Sacraments and The Holy Mass, both part of the Building Blocks of Faith Series by Kevin and Mary...
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Saint-Themed Scavenger Hunt Activity
Download a Free Saint-Themed Scavenger Hunt Activity perfect for All Saints Day or a fun religion lesson. It features the lives of 6 saints (3 male, 3 female), each with unique personalities. The...
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Saint Sayings About the Eucharist
Introduce young children to famous saints and what they had to say about the Eucharist with either the Saint Sayings About the Eucharist picture book or coloring book. Either book would be lovely to...
View ArticleSt. Faustina: A Saint’s Story for Children
The mercy of God is an endless ocean ready to flood our hearts and sweep away our sins. St. Faustina, is an exemplary model of trust in the mercy of God. Her life is a testament to the infinitely...
View ArticleHoly Mysteries! 12 Investigations into Extraordinary Cases
Holy Mysteries!: 12 Investigations into Extraordinary Cases by Sophie de Mullenheim Review: One glimpse at the title of this book, and I was hooked. As a convert to Catholicism, I’ve long been...
View ArticleSt. John Bosco: The Juggling Saint
St. John Bosco: The Juggling Saint by Maria Riley is the third in the Adventures with the Saints series of books about three young children who have the ability to time travel (think Magic Treehouse...
View ArticleHow Can You Add Pro-Life Education to Your Child’s Day?
Are you a parent wishing to instill pro-life values in your child? A homeschooling parent? A teacher? A CCE teacher? If you answered yes to any of these questions, take a look at American Life League’s...
View ArticleAblaze: Stories of Daring Teen Saints
Ablaze: Stories of Daring Teen Saints by Colleen Swaim Review: This book is full of fascinating, but heart-breaking stories of teens who gave everything for their faith. Most of these teen saints will...
View ArticleCelebrate God’s Gift of the Seasons
A charming new picture book written by Glenys Nellist and published by Paraclete Press helps young children celebrate the beauty of God’s gift of creation. Based on Psalm 98, Song of the Seasons...
View ArticleLittle Spark of Life – A Pro-Life Picture Book
Little Spark of Life by Courtney Siebring, published by Paraclete Press, is a pro-life picture book that features a mom and dad explaining about the developing baby in the mommy’s tummy to an older...
View ArticleTan Courses Buy One Get One Free
Faith-Filled EducationThe cultivation of wisdom and knowledge has been an integral part of the Church since its beginnings. The great saints and doctors of the Church have long propagated faith and...
View ArticleHelp Your Children Love the Eucharist
Saints are saints because they love Jesus and live to serve God. The Eucharist, as the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Jesus, is the source and summit of our Catholic faith. We believe that Jesus is...
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Children’s Books About the Eucharist
Recently, I shared a list of books about the Eucharist recommended by Catholic Mom contributing writers. Our writers also shared titles your children might enjoy. Catholic Mom contributor Kathryn...
View ArticleDecades of Thanksgiving
A creative way to count your blessings A few weeks ago, Chris Stefanick — a Catholic writer, speaker, and founder of Real Life Catholic — spoke at my parish about joy. During this incredible evening,...
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