Recently released by St Mary’s Press, The Catholic Children’s Bible is a treasure! It’s packed with good-sized print, colorful, kid-friendly illustrations, color-coded sections and tabs and interesting introductions to books of the Bible.
Review: 100 Activities Based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church
January 10, 2013 by 3 Comments
This book contains over 100 self-contained activities, reproducible for the classroom, categorized as primary, intermediate and advanced levels of difficulty. The activities include fill in the blanks, letter puzzles and codes, chronological events, yes or no quizzes, true/false, word scrambles, drawing exercises, picture identification, scriptural reflection prompts, hymn and prayer composition and small research projects. The book offers excellent supplemental materials to teach Scripture, Commandments, Sacraments, the Life of Jesus, the Mass, Morality and Prayer.
The book includes plenty of directions, and sometimes even a script for the teacher, as needed. Answers are included in the back of the book for easy reference.
A few of the activities that got my attention were “the Attributes of God” as described in Scripture and how the first letter of the names of the Apostles…almost spell Baptism!
I like the suggested research projects, encouraging study and reference to Scripture, the dictionary and the Catechism. Simple answers are given in the back, while more descriptive definitions may require research to check.
I generally shy away from word searches, letter coded messages and letter puzzles, but these easier activities seem to be appropriately aimed at the younger primary kids, to help familiarize them with the proper terms.
Catholic Reviews
November 19, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Books
A Treasure Chest of Traditions for Catholic Families
Review by Letters, Numbers and Books, oh my!
Review by Happy Little Homemaker on Catholicmom.com
Hand in Hand with Jesus
Review by Karen’s Adventures in Mommyland
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Reviews are In!
November 16, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Books
A Treasure Chest of Traditions for Catholic Families
Review by Letters, Numbers and Books, oh my!
Review by Happy Little Homemaker on Catholicmom.com
Hand in Hand with Jesus
Review by Karen’s Adventures in Mommyland
Review by Catholic Homeschool Support
Review: Sense of the Sacred Coloring Book and Prayer Companion and Giveaway!
October 19, 2012 by 1 Comment
Sense of the Sacred coloring book and companion is an exquisite collection of drawings based on the statues and stained glass found in Catholic Churches, accompanied by Scriptural references to further articulate their significance. A Coloring Guide and Prayer Primer is also available with the same beautiful drawings in color, along with classic prayers from our Rich Tradition. Not only does the Sense of the Sacred Companion suggest a wonderful palette for coloring the pages of the coloring book, but the paperback, travel-friendly book offers a treasury of prayers to pass on to children, fostering reverence and awe for our Catholic Faith.Sneaky mom blogger…I really wanted to post this review today to get the word out about the Awesome Catholic Coloring Book Giveaway, so I managed to get the kids coloring before they went off to school this morning. I admit…I didn’t really expect alot of coloring to happen, given the usually rushed routine of the morning: I was just in it for the pictures!
My 6 year old (who incidentally was campaigning to stay home from school today!) got really excited about coloring and completed a whole page and ate her breakfast and had time to spare before they dashed off to the bus. She even read some prayers from the Companion Coloring Guide/Prayer book.
Review: Aquinas and More Prayer Card Binder
October 15, 2012 by 1 Comment
I was pleased to receive this Prayer Card Binder from Aquinas and More, along with a starter set of 6 good quality plastic inserts after my post about Cataloguing the Family Collection of Holy Cards. Incidentally, the binder also includes an index of over 300 favorite holy cards available and references Aquinas and More Holy Cards for hundreds more.
I have a good collection of holy cards and I refer to them frequently for Saint-centric crafts I showcase on Equipping Catholic Families:
I Spy…the Saints
Wooden Painted Saints
Guess Who?! the Saints! and
I appreciate the format of the 8″x10″ binder with the plastic sleeves holding 2×2 regular-sized trading or collector cards. They easily fit the range of holy cards that I have.
what do YOU ask of your Guardian Angel?
October 2, 2012 by 2 Comments
Send Me Your Guardian Angel is an awesome book that will change your impression of your Guardian Angel….and perhaps escalate your demands and expectations for your angelic friend.
Consider…
Padre Pio’s Guardian Angel was a companion to him from the time he was a small boy.
Padre Pio’s Guardian Angel was a friend; one who teased and was teased by Padre Pio but also provided counsel when needed.
Padre Pio’s Guardian Angel was a consoler, sometimes travelling great distances to help troubled souls at their request or Padre Pio’s.
Padre Pio’s Guardian Angel was a messenger, delivering messages to his “spiritual children” who received guidance and direction from Padre Pio.
Padre Pio’s Guardian Angel was a translator of letters and confessions (and absolution), when language would otherwise be a barrier.
Padre Pio’s Guardian Angel was a reliable alarm clock, awakening Padre Pio’s helper from deep sleep when Padre Pio was in need of assistance.
FREE Dragon Slayers Progress Report
September 11, 2012 by 2 Comments
I just love this book! Dragon Slayers is an imaginative and inspiring book to help train 8-12 year olds in the virtuous task of Dragon Slaying! Sir Wyvern Pugilist instructs with humor and diligence how to identify sins and vices in the form of dragons, learn tactics to withstand their attacks through Scripture and the proper use of the Armor of God. He also introduces our ultimate mentors: the Dragon Slayers of Old (the Saints) and the Chief Dragon Slayer Himself (Jesus). It is such a creative book, complete with an enrollment certificate, profiles of successful Dragon Slayers and the dragons and helpful advice and encouragement along the way.
This book will captivate your 8-12 year old, and you might just find yourself reading eagerly along with them!
This is an awesome gift for your child, niece, nephew or Godchild! It’s a thoughtful book that will teach them about the sins and vices we can all fall into, as well as the virtues we are all working on, in a format that is enticing, imaginative and humorous, and anything BUT a boring lecture.
So sorry, Dragon Slayers is no longer available.
Incredible handmade scapulars!
July 23, 2012 by 2 Comments
I just love it when people combine their passion for the Catholic Faith AND crafts. Check out these awesome hand-sewn scapulars! These look exquisite…look at the detail!
Check out Sew Sacramental, Sew Sacramental on Facebook or theSew Sacramental Etsy Shop. Sorry, Stephanie, if you get too many orders! =)
Feast Days & Holidays: Review
July 13, 2012 by 1 Comment
Feast Days & Holidays by Joan Marie Arbogast
Published by Pauline Books & Media, Boston, 2012.
Available at The Catholic Company
261 b&w pages include 6-10 key saints or holidays for each month in a (8.5″x11″) wire coil bound book.
