Quotes in Tamil

சிருஷ்டிகளை எவ்வளவுக்கு அதிகமாய் நேசிப்போமோ அவ்வளவுக்கும் சர்வேஸ்வரனை அற்பமாய் நேசிப்போம்

- அர்ச். பிலிப்புநேரி

"சிருஷ்டிகளில் நின்று உங்களிருதயத்தை யகற்றி, கடவுளைத் தேடுங்கள். அப்போது அவரைக் காண்பீர்கள்

- அர்ச். தெரேசம்மாள் -

சர்வேஸ்வரனுக்குச் சொந்தமாயிராத அற்ப நரம்பிழை முதலாய் என்னிருதயத்தில் இருப்பதாகக் கண்டால் உடனே அதை அறுத்து எறிந்து போடுவேன்

- அர்ச். பிராஞ்சீஸ்கு சலேசியார்

வியாழன், 20 ஜூன், 2024

"Nurturing Faith: A Guide to Catholic Children's Books for All Ages"

 Creating a list of recommended Catholic children's books involves selecting titles that both engage young readers and impart valuable religious and moral lessons. Here are some beloved Catholic children's books across various age ranges:

 

Picture Books (Ages 3-7)

1. "The Weight of a Mass: A Tale of Faith" by Josephine Nobisso

   - A beautifully illustrated story that teaches about the power and importance of the Mass.

2. "Patrick: Patron Saint of Ireland" by Tomie dePaola

   - A well-loved book that tells the story of St. Patrick in an engaging and accessible way for young children.

3. "The Donkey That No One Could Ride" by Anthony DeStefano

   - A charming story about a humble donkey that carries Jesus into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday.

4. "God Gave Us You" by Lisa Tawn Bergren

   - A tender story that explains to children how they are a precious gift from God to their parents.

5. "The Jesus Storybook Bible" by Sally Lloyd-Jones

   - While not exclusively Catholic, this beautifully illustrated book tells the story of Jesus in a way that is accessible to young children.

 

Early Readers (Ages 6-9)

1. "The Children's Book of Saints" by Louis M. Savary

   - A collection of short biographies of saints that are easy to read and understand for young readers.

 

2. "Saint George and the Dragon" by Margaret Hodges

   - A beautifully illustrated retelling of the legend of Saint George, perfect for young readers.

 

3. "Brother Francis of Assisi" by Tomie dePaola

   - A simple and engaging introduction to the life of St. Francis, illustrated by a beloved children's author.

 

4. "Our Lady’s Wardrobe" by Anthony DeStefano

   - A beautifully illustrated book that introduces children to various Marian apparitions and titles.

 

Middle Grade (Ages 8-12)

1. "The Miraculous Medal: The Story of Our Lady's Appearances to St. Catherine Laboure" by Mary Fabyan Windeatt

   - A detailed yet accessible retelling of the apparitions of Our Lady to St. Catherine Laboure.

 

2. "The Weight of a Mass: A Tale of Faith" by Josephine Nobisso

   - A tale that helps children understand the significance and power of the Mass.

 

3. "Saint Therese and the Roses" by Helen Walker Homan

   - A beautiful biography of St. Therese of Lisieux for children, part of the Vision Books series.

 

4. "Kingdom of Happiness: Living the Beatitudes in Everyday Life" by Fr. Jeffrey Kirby

   - A guide for children to understand and live out the Beatitudes in their daily lives.

 

Teen Readers (Ages 12+)

1. "The Shadow of His Wings: The True Story of Fr. Gereon Goldmann" by Gereon Goldmann

   - The incredible true story of a seminarian who becomes a priest during World War II, full of faith and adventure.

 

2. "Fire of Mercy, Heart of the Word: Meditations on the Gospel According to St. Matthew" by Erasmo Leiva-Merikakis

   - While a bit more advanced, this book offers deep reflections on the Gospel of Matthew, suitable for older teens interested in deepening their understanding of Scripture.

 

Series

1. "Little Acts of Grace" series by Rosemarie Gortler and Donna Piscitelli

   - These books help children understand the importance of small acts of faith and piety in their daily lives.

 

2. "Vision Books" series

   - A classic series of biographies of saints and important figures in the Catholic Church, written for young readers.

 

These books are designed to instill a deep sense of faith, morality, and understanding of Catholic traditions and values in children. They make wonderful additions to any Catholic family's library and can serve as excellent gifts for religious occasions such as baptisms, First Communions, and Confirmations.

 


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