Treasure Box Book 1. The Treasure Box books present a wonderful combination of fun, innocence and the Catholic Faith. They teach the Faith in a simple way, and they inspire children's hearts to love God. The pictures are truly beautiful, unlike the cartoon illustrations found in many children's books today. These books are full of Catholic doctrine, presented reverently and simply at a young child's level, in a manner to capture the child's interest and raise the heart to God View More...
Help young Catholics learn their faith in a flash! These 50 full-color cards feature common questions people ask about the Catholic faith, as well as short, easy-to-understand answers. A fun and effective way for kids ages 8 to 108 to learn the Faith. Very popular and effective! View More...
Illustrated by Wesley Dennis Donkeys by the hundreds! Twelve-year-old Chico Filippo, whose own donkeys were confiscated years before by the German army, can't stay away from the newly set up American Remount Depot. Here, in the last months of World War II in Italy, thousands of supply mules and donkeys are processed and sent onto the fierce mountain fighting in the Apennines. One of the handlers introduces Chico to a small courageous animal the boy names Sergeant Donkey. Drawn into friendship and then into unexpected danger, Chico must demonstrate his own simple courage. More than an animal... View More...
This outstanding biography of a well-beloved novelist catches the spirit of Jane Austen herself. May Lamberton Becker enjoyably introduces us to the 18th and early 19th century world Miss Austen lived in—her family, her friends, her varied settings and her many keen interests—as we are given insight to the personal background of all the Austen novels. Enlivening her narrative with many quotations from Jane Austen’s own correspondence, Miss Becker puts her own enthusiastic appreciation of one of the world’s most delightful writers at our disposal. Ages 10 and up Length: 275 pages Edition: ... View More...
Meriol Trevor This novel is set in the Wyre Forest in western England. Young Matt's guardian is his spirited step sister, Caro. Her new position is in the unhappy home of proud Madame Ayre where Matt is drawn into relationships and events which are to change his life. A neglected but lovely rose garden is the symbol of the bitterness Madame inflicts upon those around her, especially her grown son, Theo, who was born with a deformed hand. Trevor has written a timeless book which speaks powerfully about forgiveness and strength in weakness and intertwines vivid characters with Christian truth... View More...
Who can forget the Asian tsunami of 2004 which was followed by mudslides in Guatemala, earthquakes in Pakistan, and hurricanes in the southern U.S. How do parents explain such devastating tragedies to their children? Kids will come up with all sorts of questions in this regard about the world and about God. This pamphlet covers some of the basics of such discussions and offers parents, teachers, and counselors guidelines for helping children deal with the unknown and with their fears. It will also help parents deepen their own faith. Pages: 24 Pamphlet This item is not returnable. View More...
