Books/Video

Children's Daily Prayer Throughout the history of the Church, Christians have consecrated time by pausing at various moments throughout the day to pray the Liturgy of the Hours (Guide for Celebrating Liturgy of the Hours). Children’s Daily Prayer is a form of the Liturgy of the Hours adapted for children. It helps guide children in a daily service of communal prayer, following the pattern of the Church’s Morning Prayer. The heart of this annual resource is a simple order of prayer for each day...

Year of Grace Calendar (Paper Poster) - AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH & SPANISH VERSIONS This year’s calendar for 2024 presents the intriguing storytelling art of Sally Wern Comport. Her illustrations of five conversion stories—five transformative encounters with Jesus—call us to reflect more deeply on our own ongoing conversion to Christ. How are we experiencing Christ’s call in this moment of life? The pictures also invite us to learn more about the way the Church welcomes and forms new Catholic...

AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH & SPANISH VERSIONSThis year’s calendar for 2024 presents the intriguing storytelling art of Sally Wern Comport. Her illustrations of five conversion stories—five transformative encounters with Jesus—call us to reflect more deeply on our own ongoing conversion to Christ. How are we experiencing Christ’s call in this moment of life? The pictures also invite us to learn more about the way the Church welcomes and forms new Catholic Christians through the newly revised Order of...

The celebration of the Liturgy of the Word with children is a liturgical experience that opens young people to hear and respond to God’s Word in ways that enable them to be nurtured and challenged by its power, and to experience the grace of ongoing conversion to the vision and values of the Word of God. Children's Liturgy of the Word 2023–2024 enables prayer leaders to confidently lead children through the Liturgy of the Word. Each liturgy guide offers: An overview of the seasonWeekly guides...

Year of Grace Calendar (Paper Notebook) - AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH & SPANISH VERSIONS This 2024 calendar presents the storytelling art of Sally Wern Comport. Her illustrations of five conversion stories—five transformative encounters with Jesus—call us to reflect more deeply on our own ongoing conversion to Christ. How are we experiencing Christ’s call in this moment of life? The pictures also invite us to learn more about the way the Church welcomes and forms new Catholic Christians through the...

The Mass for Children A Simple explanation of the Mass. Full color picture book helps navigate even the youngest through the Mass. The Mass for Children is perfect for Sunday School and children getting ready for the sacrament of Holy Eucharist. Pages: 32Author: REV. JUDE WINKLER, O.F.M. CONV.Size: 5 1/2 X 7 3/8Color: ILLUSTRATEDBinding: PAPERBACK

Going To Mass This board book�with bright, vibrant, and charming illustrations�introduces young children to the Mass. On each two-page spread, they will see a picture that they can then recreate, using the nine included puzzle blocks. Pages: 14 Size: 10 5/8 X 7 Color: ILLUSTRATED Binding: BOARD BOOK

Saint Sticker book is the perfect activity for Catholic children. It features profiles on saints and reusable stickers illustrated by the acclaimed artist Michael Adams. Read the names of the female Saints in the book, and choose the Saint that fits in the appropriate space. Comes with 25 reusable easy-peel stickers on 4 pages and 8 pages of saint storiesPaperback

Saint Sticker book is the perfect activity for Catholic children. It features profiles on saints and reusable stickers illustrated by the acclaimed artist Michael Adams. Read the names of the female Saints in the book, and choose the Saint that fits in the appropriate space. Comes with 25 reusable easy-peel stickers on 4 pages and 8 pages of saint storiesPaperback

A Catholic Child's Prayers This board book�with bright, vibrant, and charming illustrations�introduces young children to traditional and new prayers. On each two-page spread, they will see a picture that they can then recreate, using the nine included blocks. Pages: 14 Author: CATHOLIC BOOK PUBLISHING CORP. Size: 10 5/8 X 7 Color: ILLUSTRATED Binding: BOARD BOOK

This collection of essays celebrates 50 years of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. More than a history of the catechesis, it is an expression of gratitude for this approach to listening to God with children begun by Hebrew Scripture scholar Sofia Cavalletti and Montessorian Gianna Gobbi. Several of the contributors have been involved with the work from the beginning, others are significant to its current growth. Each expresses joy and appreciation for the work of the Catechesis of the Good...

This DVD Adventure Guides take you on a fascinating step-by-step journey through the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Scripture, history, and tradition are explained in a way that makes the prayers and actions of the priest—and our reverent responses— come alive in the imaginations and hearts of children ... and adults. Our children teach your children WHO does WHAT, WHEN, and WHY during the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. We explain all the sights, sounds, and actions of the Liturgy so your children...

With this interactive book, children can read along as each of six different prayers is read to them with the touch of a button. Each prayer is wonderfully illustrated in brilliant full color and encourages children to appreciate God's gifts and be loving toward others. The text and illustrations are enhanced and complemented by turquoise EVA foam.

Celebrate the Saints throughout the year with the adorable Saints of the Month sticker book! This sticker book contains more than 200 stickers! Perfect for calendars, arts & crafts, school supplies- and anywhere else you’d like to decorate with the Saints! Each month includes a selection of Saints that celebrate their feast day that month, the monthly devotion, as well as bonus stickers! Warning! Choking Hazard. Not for children under 3. ...

The Days of Advent - Celebrating the Coming of Our Lord Join Brother Francis in this special episode that helps children observe the days of Advent in a way that will be meaningful and fun! This episode includes : A short introduction on what Advent is, how it differs from the Christmas season and why we celebrate it.A fun and catchy intro song to help us remember what Advent is all about.29 meaningful meditations, beautifully illustrated and led by Brother Francis!“Let’s Pray” - each...

The Mass Coloring Book Brother FrancisThis coloring & activity book celebrates the life-changing power of the mass.

The most-beloved Psalm presented for the wonderment of children! Rhyme and enchanting colorful illustrations inspire delight in children as they "wonder about the Good Shepherd." Certain to become a read-aloud favorite! Enjoy this excerpt: Jesus Christ, the Son of God, once lived in Galilee. He healed the sick, He raised the dead, He made blind people see. The people were amazed by Him; they hung on every word. They asked Him, “Jesus, who are you?” He said, “The Good Shepherd.” The Shepherd...

Introduce your kids, your classroom, to prayer with this lively new video presentation in four sessions, each asking a basic question. These four segments include explanations from Br. Mickey, interviews with kids, onscreen storyboard Bible teaching featuring Br. Mickey�s illustrations, and �on the road� field trips to look at each question from a different angle. Your class will enjoy paying attention to this engaging instruction!Session 1: What Is Prayer?Session 2: Why Do We Pray?Session 3:...

Teach children some of the core basics of Catholicism with this fun reusable sticker book! This interactive sticker book engages children and keeps them learning while having fun- and the best part- you can use it over and over again! The static cling style stickers can be repositioned and used repeatedly for hours of play-based learning fun! This busy book is a fun way to teach some of the core basics of Catholicism- in this "essential set" we've included: - The Fruits of the Spirit- The...

The Bread of Life DVDJoin Brother Francis in this delightfully inspirational and instructive presentation that teaches children all about the sacrament of the Eucharist!All DVD's feature English & Spanish language tracks and subtitles. Wonderfully animated stories to help engage and educate children with 2 bonus catchy song videos included in each!

Anyone familiar with the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd has probably encountered the early description of this approach to the religious formation of the child in The Good Shepherd and the Child: A Joyful Journey. With major contributions by Sofia Cavalletti, Gianna Gobbi, Silvana Montanaro, and Patricia Coulter, this book has long been a “core text’ for catechists and also for parents of children in the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. Now there is a new edition, which reflects the changes...

What Christmas is About Celebrate the wonder and joy of Christmas with Brother Francis in this heartwarming presentation of the birth of God’s Son! Witness the moving submission of Mary, Joseph, and others as they make way for our Savior. This episode contains: “The Christmas Story” – an animated presentation of the many wonderful events that led up to the birth of Jesus!“What is Christmas?” – a catchy, visualized song that reminds us of Who Christmas is really all about.“Away in a Manger” and...

Adults aren't the only ones who want to know what happens at Mass! The Mass Explained for Kids gives children a context for the whole of the Mass and then breaks it down into its different parts, explaining each one individually in an easy-to-follow format. Now in its second edition, this popular booklet is colorful and engaging and enables children to follow along at Mass, to learn the prayers, and to understand why each element is there. Paperback; 40 pages. ...