A birthday dinner was being given for little Imelda Lambertini. She was 5 years old. Imelda's wealthy father and mother had given her toys, pictures, jewelry, perfumes, and beautiful silks to be made into dresses. It was a wonderful sight, and Imelda was very pleased. But presently she grew thoughtful.   "I was wondering if I could have just one more present, Mother."   …

Saintly Tales And Legends Lois Rock Illustrated by Christina Balit Seventeen stories and legends of saints from all over the world are charmingly told and beautifully illustrated in this delightful book for young readers. Folklore, history, and Christian tradition come alive! For intermediate readers ages 8-12 Includes a section exploring the faith lessons to be drawn from each tale—an …

F. A. Forbes The life of St. Monica is the classic story of a great mother - for how else would the wayward young Augustine ever have become the great St. Augustine without his mother's prayers and example? Monica is also a shining example for Catholic wives.  As a young Catholic girl married to a pagan husband, she steadfastly practiced her Christian Faith; Monica's constant charity …

Este libro tiene las vidas de mas que 100 santos con ilustraciones coloreadas.  Es un buen regalo para primera comunion o confirmacion. 

Josephine Nobisso Learn the  fascinating story behind Mary's apparition to a humble Aztex Indian in Mexico. Discover why this "miracle of the Americas" continues to touch so many people throughout the centuries. Encounter the Saints Series Experience the adventures and challenges, heroism and holiness of some of the greatest friends of God! Offers intermediate readers a down-to-earth …

Anne Eileen Heffernan, FSP Patricia Edward Jablonski, FSP Learn the story of the children of Fatima in an easy-to-read format for children. Encounter the Saints Series Experience the adventures and challenges, heroism and holiness of some of the greatest friends of God! Offers intermediate readers a down-to-earth portrayal of the saints. Each distinct story vividly recreates for the …

"Sister, it couldn't have happened!" declared the priest. It was all a dream, like the other time." But Sister Catherine shook her head with childlike confidence. "Oh no, Father! I see the Blessed Virgin as plainly as I see you. And she wants the medal made right away, so people can wear it and start receiving graces." Father Aladel just could not believe that Our Lady was appearing to Sister …

Anne Eileen Heffernan, FSP Mary Elizabeth Tebo, FSP Learn the story of St. Bernadette and Our Lady of Lourdes in this young adult biography in the Encounter the Saints Series . Experience the adventures and challenges, heroism and holiness of some of the greatest friends of God! Offers intermediate readers a down-to-earth portrayal of the saints. Each distinct story vividly recreates for the …

The saints included in A Catholic Child's Illustrated Lives of the Saints are divided by feast day.  They include St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, St. John Baptist de la Salle, St. Florian, St. Dominic Savio, St. Maria Goretti, and many others.

Best-Loved Saints by Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. Short, interesting, and informative sketches of the lives of more than fifty Saints that will appeal to today’s youth. Large, easy-to-read type and inspiring illustrations.  Saint stories include: Mary - Queen of Saints, Joseph, Joachim and Anne, Paul of Tarsus, Stephen - the first martyr, Cecilia, Agnes, Lawrence, Jerome …

A Book of Angels by Marigold Hunt Modern believers may be tempted to look upon angels as one of the more fanciful elements of Scripture, but this illuminating and entertaining collection of angel stories from the Bible shows that there are just too many angels for them to be metaphorical, allegorical, or unimportant. So that children will come to know and learn to revere angels, Marigold Hunt …

Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This full-color illustrated children's Book of Saints, Part 11, has stories of the following: St. Alberic St. Mutien Marie Wiaux St. Margaret of Cortona Bl. Angela Guerrero St. Clement Mary Hofbauer St. Hermenegild St. Wiborada St. Epiphanius of Salamis St. Madeleine Sophie Barat St. John of Sahagun B. Osanna of Mantua St. Macrina the Younger St. Grimonia St. …

"The Dumb Ox" was a perfect nickname for young Thomas Aquinas-although it was none too kind. Thomas was big, slow to speak-a quiet and solemn youth. Even Father Albert was inclined to think him rather dull. No one knew about Thomas' amazing memory, or that he knew most of the Bible by heart, or that no subject was difficult for him. One day Thomas decided to amuse himself by writing a paper on …

Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This full-color illustrated children's Book of Saints, Part 10, has stories of the following: St. Ermengild St. John Ogilvie St. Zozimus St. George the Younger St. Fructuosus of Braga Blessed Helen of Udine St. Eugene de Mazenod St. Monegundis St. Mildred St. Justin de Jacobis St. Moses the Black St. Beatrice Da Silva St. Catherine of Genoa St. Gerard Sagredo …

Zerlina De Santis This book contains the stories of nine apparitions of Mary, written for children. The apparitions include: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, Our Lady of Guadalupe, Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, Our Lady of La Salette, Our Lady of Lourdes, Our Lady of Knock, Our Lady of Fatima, Our Lady of Beauraing and Our Lady of Banneux. Encounter the Saints Series Experience the adventures and …

Best-selling children's author Amy Welborn explains why having heroes is important for children in Loyola Kids Book of Heroes, a companion to her popular Loyola Kids Book of Saints. Welborn tells the stories of devoted Christians, including Mother Teresa, Dorothy Day, and John the Baptist, who made significant contributions to people and the world around them. Welborn introduces Christian role …

This book, prized and cherished by children and parents, is a beautiful reproduction of the original 1912 edition with 32 large 9"x12" pages with an illustration and story (in rhyme) for a saint of each letter of the alphabet: Antony, Benedict, Christopher, Dominic, Edmund, etc. Each page is in 2 colors. Sewn signatures. Gold embossing.

The first Christians to visit Europe and the British Isles met pagans who told tales of fairies, talking beasts, and other wonderful things. To these marvelous stories, they soon added new ones about the Christian saints. Some were true, others improbable, and many simply fantastic. In the ones we include here, you'll meet the saint who spent seven Easters on a whale's back and the amiable …

F. A. Forbes "Poor Don Bosco." It was a pity that such a good young priest was losing his mind. Why he was dreaming about future churches, vast playgrounds, lots of helpers and thousands of boys! Before things got out of hand, why not have him checked out at the lunatic asylum. Therefore, one morning two priests arrived at the Oratory to invite Fr. John Bosco for a drive. He agreed to go, but …

"So you've decided to give in to the Devil" said the priest. John started back in dismay. "Oh no, Father!" "But you just told me you were giving up your studies for the priesthood," responded Father Bailey. What was poor John Vianney to do? Having begun his schooling much older than the other boys, he had found it impossible to keep up with them, and a couple of days ago he had been sent home …

Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This full-color illustrated children's Book of Saints, Part 12 , has stories of the following: St. Rosalina St. Teresa Margaret Redi St. Lucy Filippini St. Mary Mazzarello St. Simeon the Younger St. William of York St. Bertrand of Le Mans St. Philip Benizi St. Mary Soledad St. Bertrand of Comminges St. Peter of Alcantara St. Winifred St. Andrew Avellino Bl. …

Margaret Charles Kerry, FSP Mary Elizabeth Tebo, FSP Learn the history of one of the most famous saints, from a shipwreck on the way to Morroco to his wandering through Italy and France. Encounter the Saints Series Experience the adventures and challenges, heroism and holiness of some of the greatest friends of God! Offers intermediate readers a down-to-earth portrayal of the saints. Each …

"Quick! Where is the doctor?" cried a woman in great distress. "This poor Indian is bleeding to death!" "Dr. de Rivero isn't here," answered Martin de Porres, the 12-year-old black boy who was the doctor's helper. "But don't worry. I'll look after the man." "This is no time for jokes!" answered the woman scornfully. "Quick! Where is there another doctor's shop?" "There isn't time," said Martin …

Kathleen Norris Illustrations by Tomi dePaola In a unique collaboration, acclaimed author Kathleen Norris and beloved artist Tomie dePaola provide a moving tribute to two miraculous yet very human siblings, saints whose conversations and beliefs continue to inspire us 1,500 years after they lived. The twins, Benedict and Scholastica, grew up as lively best friends in the mountains of northern …

"A series which should be found wherever there are young Catholic readers." —Ave Maria "The Vision Books are splendid in design and format." —Catholic Standard and Times "The entire series of Vision Books is recommended for solid training of youth." —The Tablet Own All 27 books for the price of 26!! (also sold separately on our web site) Father Marquette and the Great Rivers The Cure of Ars, …

"It's almost upon us!" yelled a frantic voice aboard the Saint Joseph, as the iceberg neared the ship. The huge mountain of gray-green ice looked like a floating castle-which would shatter the poor little wooden ship in a moment or two. Just then the helmsman, confused and panic-stricken, turned his wheel in the wrong direction, bringing the iceberg even nearer! "It's the end of everything!" …

"A boy just fell off his horse and broke his neck!" blurted out the messenger as he rushed into the room.  Dominic and the others listened to the dreadful news. The boy was Napoleon Orsini - and he was dead.  "Napoleon . . . my poor Napoleon . . ." moaned the boy's uncle. "Perhaps all is not lost," murmured Dominic, as if to himself. Dominic calmly proceeded to offer the Holy …

With only a large sheet of paper (or a dry - erase board, chalkboard, or overhead projector), a marker, and Draw and Tell Saints, you can easily share with your students - or your children or grandchildren - the fascinating and inspiring stories of the Church’s holy ones. Youngsters respond best - and remember more - when you capture their attention ... and keep it. Now, as …

Fr. Marius McAuliffe (Imprimatur 1952) Sketches of saints written especially for the Laity. Like the average man, most saints had to bear the humiliation of not being able to do the many things which they wanted to do for love of God. The Saints in this treasured book include: St. Dominic, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Anthony of Padua, St. Elizabeth of Hungary, St. Joan of Arc, St. Ignatius of …

Four books in one by various authors. Imprimatur (Orig. 1953) . A companion to I Believe for little Catholics. Ninety-two pages, 92 illustrations and 46 of those in full color. Tells the beautiful stories of the life of Jesus, three miracles of Jesus, the life of Mary and the story of Fatima. This book for little Catholics will be cherished by both children (pre-school through second grade) …

This bestselling and beautifully illustrated book covers the lives of 52 saints. Ages 6-9.

This book contains the New Testament stories of Joseph, John the Baptist, Jesus, Peter, John, James the Greater, James the Lesser, Matthew, Jude, Judas, Stephen, Paul, Philip, Mark, and Luke.  

Fr. P. Henry Matimore, S.T.D. The purpose of this beautiful book is to acquaint our children with biographies that will have some particular influence on the development of their characters. Each story has been planned as a real character training project, not merely as a reading lesson, to inspire admiration for faith and religious heroism. "To accomplish this purpose, we have endeavored to …

Compiled and illustrated by Anne Marie Jauss Printed and illustrated in full color, this is a very delightful book for children from ages 7 to 11 and beyond. These four legends, Saint Jerome and the Lion, Saint Roch and the Dog, Saint Francis and the Wolf and Saint Macarius and the Hyena, based on source material, have been retold with dignity and reverence—in a simple easy-to-read text, and …

F. A. Forbes "I ask of you only one word," said Vincent to the Ladies of Charity. "Will you go on with the work or no?" Ten years before, the Ladies of Charity had begun taking in babies left homeless and helpless in the streets of Paris. They had started out with twelve little ones. A decade later, 4,000 children-mostly still unbaptized-had been christened, adopted and cared for, and the …

Eileen Dunn Bertanzetti Encounter the Saints Series Experience the adventures and challenges, heroism and holiness of some of the greatest friends of God! Offers intermediate readers a down-to-earth portrayal of the saints. Each distinct story vividly recreates for the intermediate reader the saint's place of origin, family life, and corresponding historical events. Every volume also features …

How tired Pauline looked! How thin and pale she seemed, leaning against her pillows as the coach rattled its way from France toward Italy. Everyone knew she did not have long to live. But Pauline was convinced that the little martyr Philomena would grant a cure at her shrine in Mugnano. When Pauline finally arrived at the shrine, the towns-folk quickly learned she was seeking a miracle. So …

St. Vincent de Paul Margaret Ann Hubbard Vision Books   This new Vision Book for youth 9-15 years old tells the exciting, inspirational story of the great French saint of charity, St. Vincent de Paul. From his days of youth as a shepherd boy to his slavery in North Africa, his escape to France, his priestly service to the poor and to abandoned children, his founding of both the Vincentian …

Rosemarie Gortler Donna Piscitelli Even the youngest child can learn from Mary's example. From her Imaculate Conception to her Ascension, here is the story of Mary told in a way that will charm and delight your children. They'll also love the full-color pictures that brighten the book. You'll be pleased to see that they're learning solid Marian doctrine, presented in a way every child can …

This set of plays includes:  An Advent Nativity Play - (4 main actors plus 6 others) The events of the Nativity story beginning with Zechariah in the Temple. This is aversion that will absorb the attention of adults and present a perspective so real that it is both a delight to present and to watch! An original song, recorded on the companion CD, is a heartfelt glimpse into the awesome …

"Well, what do you think of Fr. De Montfort?" asked the Bishop eagerly. "Is he preaching heresy? Is he a tool of the Devil, as some people say? Or a mad-man, as others think?" The city was in an uproar over Fr. Louis De Montfort, and Bishop de Champflour had sent 3 wise priests to investigate. "I'm especially interested in learning about the True Devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary;" he had …

St. Anthony and the Christ Child Helen Walker Homan Vision Books Helen Walker Homan contributes her third volume to the Vision Books series of saints for youth in this story of the life of the greatly beloved St. Anthony of Padua. Homan covers many of the important and exciting events in Friar Anthony's life including a voyage to the Mohammedan land of Morocco, a shipwreck, and the meeting in …

St. Benedict:  Hero of the Hills Mary Fabyan Windeatt Vision Books Mary Fabyan Windeatt presents the powerful story of the famous life and miracles of St. Benedict for the Vision Book series of saints for youth. Known as the Father of Western Monasticism, St. Benedict played a major role in the Christinization and civilization of post-Roman Europe in the sixth century. Having lived in an …

Fr. Michael McHugh, S.J. Illustrated by Charles L. Dougherty (Imprimatur 1958). This is the story of the missionary experiences of Fr. de Smet among the American Indians from 1838 to 1875. Includes all the exciting and history making stories of Indian conversions, Indian wars, natural dangers, hunger, torture, gold discoveries, peace-making, the Civil War, etc., including Custer’s last stand. …

"The child's name is Isabel! That's all there is to it!" Grandma Isabel's voice showed she was in no mood for argument. But Rose's mother was just as insistent: "Her name is Rose!" "It's Isabel!" "Rose, I tell you!" "Isabel!" Mary Fabyan Windeatt Sometimes Senor Flores lost patience with his wife and mother-in-law. "Call the child anything you like," he pleaded-"only let a man have some peace …

This wonderful book for young readers presents the remarkable life of the great English martyr, St. Thomas More, in an engaging and easy-to-read style. St. Thomas More, the light-hearted but heroic Chancellor of England, comes to life in this biography by Elizabeth M. Ince. Raised in the London of the late 1400's, Thomas was a bright student eager for knowledge. When serving as a page for …

Jeanne Marie Grunwell Encounter the Saints Series Experience the adventures and challenges, heroism and holiness of some of the greatest friends of God! Offers intermediate readers a down-to-earth portrayal of the saints. Each distinct story vividly recreates for the intermediate reader the saint's place of origin, family life, and corresponding historical events. Every volume also features a …

"Oh, but I must hurry!" thought young Catherine very early one morning as she picked up a loaf of bread and a jug of water from the kitchen. "No one must suspect anything:" Catherine had made up her mind to run away. She wanted to become a hermit in a cave so she could pray and think about God all day long. Catherine slipped out the door and into the court-yard, then out into the cobbled …

St. Anthony of Padua Coloring Book Mary Fabyan Windeatt Story of the beloved Patron of Lost Objects, famous for having held the Christ Child. Tells how he preached to the fishes when men would not listen and commanded a mule to adore the Blessed Sacrament. Imprimatur.

Our Lady of Pellevoisin Coloring Book Mary Fabyan Windeatt The story of Our LAdy's visits to 32-year-old Estelle Faguette at Pellevoisin, France in 1875. Estelle was cured of a terrible fatal illness. In the apparition Our Lady asked for devotion to the Sacred Heart Scapular, and she promised the conversion of sinners. Imprimatur.

Susan Helen Wallace , fsp, Editor Have you ever wondered what made the saints so special? They faced problems and struggles just like we do. They weren't always perfect. At times they made mistakes and even sinned. Yet their hearts burned with love for God and other people. The saints trusted in God and never stopped trying to love him totally. Saints for Young Readers for Every Day brings you …

Our Lady of Knock Coloring Book Mary Fabyan Windeatt Tells about the mysterious silent apparition of the Blessed Virgin, St. Joseph and St. John the Evangelist to 14 children and adults in 1879 in Knock, Ireland, during the pouring rain. NExt to the three was an altar on which stood a lamb, and St. John was vested for Mass. Imprimatur.

Compiled and illustrated by Anne Marie Jauss Printed and illustrated in full color, this is a very delightful book for children from ages 7 to 11 and beyond. These four legends, Saint Jerome and the Lion, Saint Roch and the Dog, Saint Francis and the Wolf and Saint Macarius and the Hyena, based on source material, have been retold with dignity and reverence—in a simple easy-to-read text, and …

"I have had enough of this new Abbot!"  announced one of the monks at Vicovaro. "Yes, Abbot Benedict thinks we have to be always obeying those rules he set up!" agreed another. "Remember the good old days when we could each do whatever we wanted?" put in a third. "I've had enough of him too," agreed yet another.  And the feeling was spreading. Although Benedict knew that the monks …

Marigold Hunt Dear Children: The Gospels are four very short books that tell you about our Lord's life. You can read them quite fast. The reason the same story takes so much longer to tell in this book is that the men who wrote the Gospels just went straight on and hardly even stopped to explain anything. They couldn't be expected to know how differently we would live, and that we would have …

The Adventures of St. Peter, the First Pope Most kids think of popes as old men who live quiet lives in the Vatican.  In fact, danger stalks every pope.  From John Paul II (who was shot) all the way back to the first pope, the men God places in charge of His Church have been hated and attacked for their goodness for the good the Church does. These pages recount the adventures of St. …

The legend of Saint Christopher, first written in the thirteenth century, tells the story of a strong man named Offero who wanted to find the greatest ruler in all the world and to serve him as his bearer. Offero's search was in vain until a mysterious child at a riverside askes Offero to carry him over the river. Only after Offero has carried the child over the river does he discover the …