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Elizabeth brings to you many books for children and young adults.
 

Where Do Sisters Come From?
Bezalel Books

Many young girls have never had the pleasure of meeting a religious Sister. This beautiful introduction to the religious life for young girls and their families explains the important roles Sisters perform in our faith, whether in classrooms, hospitals, learning centers, or behind convent walls. Where Do Sisters Come From? addresses questions such as: How do young women become Sisters? What is their day like? Where do they live? What do they do for fun? A gem of a story for your whole family will enjoy.

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Where Do Priests Come From?
Bezalel Books

A sweet introduction to priestly vocations for young boys and their families. Through charming text and illustrations, Where Do Priests Come From? answers questions that help to make the man behind the collar real and relatable to young and old. How do young men become priests? What do priests do? Where do they live? Do they have hobbies? A beautiful story your family will treasure.

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Bleeding Hands, Weeping Stone
True Stories of Divine Wonders, Miracles, and Messages
St. Benedict Press/TAN Books

Capture the attention of teens and young adults with this fascinating compilation of extraordinary phenomena in the Catholic Church. A great introduction to Eucharistic miracles, the stigmata, incorrupt bodies, apparitions, amazing abilities of the saints, and weeping statues and artwork. Engaging for adults, too!

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The Imitation of Christ for Children
Paulist Press

The timeless moral teachings of one of the greatest spiritual works ever written, Imitation of Christ by Thomas a' Kempis, is presented for the first time in an interesting and easy-to-understand manner for young Catholic readers. Like the classic itself, Imitation of Christ for Children is divided into four sections or chapters, taking the reader on a step-by-step journey into greater intimacy with Jesus Christ, culminating in the sacrament of the Eucharist. Using real-life scenarios, creative projects, and thought-provoking questions, this book is ideal for home or classroom use.


Winner of the
2007 Catholic Press Association
2nd Place Award  
 

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Child's Guide to the Rosary
Paulist Press - Hardcover

Child's Guide to the Rosary brings alive to children ages 6 to 8 the mysteries of the Rosary. Each Joyful, Luminous, Sorrowful, and Glorious Mystery is explained with scriptural references in a kid-friendly manner. Interactive questions and charming color illustrations by Anne Catharine Blake will engage both child and the adult reading along. Instructions on how to pray the Rosary are included at the end of the book.

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Child’s Guide to First Holy Communion
Paulist Press - Hardcover

Child’s Guide to First Holy Communion is a colorful picture book for children ages 5-9. Written in an easy-to-read manner and cheerfully illustrated in color by artist Anne Catharine Blake, the book shows children what to expect as they prepare for this very special sacrament. Interactive questions encourage discussion between the child and parent or teacher, making Child’s Guide to First Holy Communion an excellent teaching tool as well as a meaningful gift.


Catholic Best Sellers List for Children & Young People
April 2003 & April 2005

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Child’s Guide to Reconciliation
Paulist Press - Hardcover

Child’s Guide to Reconciliation is designed to reduce the anxiety that may occur with a first Confession by presenting God’s mercy as a gift available to us at anytime. Written on a child’s level with engaging color illustrations by Anne Catharine Blake, the book follows a girl named Claire as she receives the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time. Interactive questions throughout the book prompt further thought and discussion, making this book a perfect teaching tool for use at home, in Catholic schools or parish CCD classes.

 

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Child’s Guide to the Seven Sacraments  
Paulist Press - Hardcover

Child’s Guide to the Seven Sacraments is a children’s picture book aimed at Catholic children in early grade school. It presents the seven sacraments in simple and understandable terms, based on the truths of the Catechism. Each sacrament is referenced to its origin in Scripture and is presented in a way the child might experience it today. With charming color illustrations and interactive questions, the book is entertaining and informative to both child and adult.
 


Winner:
2006 Catholic Press Association 1st Place Award



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Kid Tea
Marshall Cavendish
Hardcover


Selected For:
Texas Library Association 
2008 2X2 Reading List  
 

What do you get when you dunk a dirty kid in a bathtub full of clean water? Kid Tea! This whimsical picture book follows children each day of the week as they encounter all kinds of colorful calamities, and make "kid tea" of corresponding colors in their bathtub afterwards. (Except, of course, on Sunday, when for a brief time they remain squeaky clean.) Teaches the concepts of days of the week and colors in a fun, lyrical way — it's a laugh a bath!

This is Elizabeth's first secular children's book.

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Kid Tea — Board Book
Marshall Cavendish

Now Available as a Board-Book for Toddlers 



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