An Effective, Holistic Guide for Teaching Children in Any Educational Setting

Every parent and teacher wants to give his or her children the best education possible. They hope that the teaching they provide is a joyful adventure, a celebration of life, and preparation for living. But sadly, most education today falls short of this goal.

For the Children's Sake imagines what education can be based on a Christian understanding of the meaning of life and what it means to be human--a child, a parent, a teacher. The central ideas have been proven over many years and in almost every kind of educational situation, including ideas that author Susan Schaeffer Macaulay and her husband, Ranald, have implemented in their own family and school experience. Includes a foreword by daughter and educator Fiona Fletcher.

• Simple and Practical: This user-friendly guide helps educators build a stable, enriching, and intellectually stimulating environment for children and also includes a list of additional resources
• Immersive Teaching: Shows parents and teachers how children's learning experiences can be extended to every aspect of life
• Proven Methodology: Used in school settings for 14 years, these easily applicable ideas will benefit parents and teachers in homeschooling, public school, or private school

Catholic Book of Prayers for Children 978-0-89942-541-2

Catholic Book of Prayers for Children is an ideal gift for a child's First Holy Communion.
The St. Joseph Picture Books Series is a magnificent series of religious books for children, superbly illustrated in full color and simply written, that will help all children to better understand the Catholic Faith. These books are ideal for home or school.

The St. Joseph Picture Books Series is intended to help teach the basics of the Catholic Faith to children in an enjoyable manner. The books in the Series deal with one or more of the following themes: (1) the teachings of the Church, (2) the Christian way of life, and (3) our Catholic worship (including both public and private prayers and devotions). Each book also carries the Imprimatur, assuring that the contents are in line with Church teaching.

Among the features of this book are:

• Brief and easy-to-read biography on the life and legacy of this saint
• Vibrant, full-color illustrations
• High-quality paper
• Durable, sewn paperback binding
• Conveniently sized at 5 1/2 X 7 ⅜ to accommodate little hands
• a presentation page that allows for easy personalization of this book when used as a gift
• an explanation of prayer and how prayer helps us
• Nihil Obstat
• Imprimatur

Check out all 101 titles in this series of Catholic children's books. Each of the St. Joseph Picture Books make wonderful gifts for baptisms, First Communion, birthdays, Christmas, or Easter.

One of 101 titles in the St. Joseph Picture Book Series, this book by popular author Rev. Jude Winkler, OFM. Conv. provides children with simple explanations of prayer and traditional Catholic prayers. Prayer is very important for children because it helps them build a strong relationship with God. When children pray, they are talking to God, just like they would talk to a friend or family member. Prayer is a way for them to share their feelings, ask for help, and give thanks for all the blessings they receive. It reminds them that God is always with them, listening to their worries, hopes, and joys.

Praying also helps children develop a sense of peace and trust in God. When they pray about things that make them scared or sad, they can feel comforted, knowing that God is always there to protect and guide them. Prayer can make them feel closer to God, helping them know they are never alone.
Through prayer, children also learn to be thankful. By thanking God for their family, friends, health, and the good things in their life, they develop gratitude, which is a beautiful quality. Prayer teaches them to appreciate God's presence in every part of their lives.
Additionally, prayer helps children grow in kindness. When they pray for others, they learn to care about the needs and feelings of those around them. This opens their hearts to being more loving and compassionate toward others.

The following prayers are included in this title:

• The Sign of the Cross
• The Glory Be
• Morning Offering
• Prayer to My Guardian Angel
• The Our Father
• Prayer of Praise to the Lord
• The Hail Mary
• Offering to Mary
• The Apostles' Creed
• Act of Contrition
• Prayer for Mercy
• Act of Faith
• Act of Hope
• Act of Love
• Prayer before Meals
• Prayer after Meals
• Prayer of Thanksgiving
• Prayer before a Crucifix
• Hail, Holy Queen
• The Prayer of Saint Francis
• The Memorare
• Prayer for My Family
• Evening Prayers
• Psalm 23: Prayer to the Lord, My Shepherd

La Biblia para niños - Historias de Jesús edición bilingüe cuenta la historia que subyace detrás de todas las otras historias de la Biblia.

Qué hace que la Biblia para niños - Historias de Jesús sea diferente de cualquier otra Biblia para niños?

Mientras que otras Biblias para niños contienen historias del Antiguo y del Nuevo Testamento, este maravilloso libro cuenta la historia que hay detrás de todas las historias de la Biblia, señalando a Jesús como nuestro Salvador. Desde el Antiguo Testamento hasta el Nuevo Testamento, a medida que se desarrolla la historia, los niños verán claramente que Jesús está en el centro de la gran historia de salvación de Dios... y en el centro de la historia de ellos también.

La Biblia para niños - Historias de Jesús:

• Incluye texto bilingüe en inglés y español
• Está bellamente escrita por la autora best seller del New York Times, Sally Lloyd-Jones e ilustrada por el galardonado artista Jago
• Contiene 21 historias del Antiguo Testamento y 23 historias del Nuevo Testamento
• Da vida visualmente a las Escrituras para los niños, compartiendo cómo Jesús está en el centro de nuestra historia
• Presenta las historias más queridas de la Biblia en un formato fácil de entender
• Es la Biblia para niños perfecta para cualquier edad hasta el sexto grado, así como para el ministerio de la iglesia
• Es un regalo ideal para Navidad, Pascua u otras ocasiones especiales

Otros títulos de la colección Biblia para niños - Historias de Jesús son

• Historias bíblicas de Jesús para niños
• Historias bíblicas de Jesús para niños audiolibro narrado por el reconocido actor cubano, Tony Plana

The Jesus Storybook Bible

The Jesus Storybook Bible in the special bilingual edition tells the story behind all the other stories in the Bible in English and Spanish.

The Jesus Storybook Bible:

• Includes bilingual text in English and Spanish
• Is beautifully written by New York Times bestselling author Sally Lloyd-Jones and illustrated by award-winning artist Jago
• Contains 21 stories from the Old Testament and 23 stories from the New Testament
• Visually brings Scripture to life for children, sharing how Jesus is at the center of our story
• Presents the best-loved stories of the Bible in an easy-to-understand format
• Is the perfect kids' Bible for any age up to 6th grade, as well as church ministry
• Makes an ideal gift for Christmas, Easter, and other gift giving occasions

Other titles in the Jesus Storybook Bible collection include:

• The Jesus Storybook Bible, regular edition
• The Jesus Storybook Bible audiobook read by renown Cuban actor, Tony Plana

Inspired by Psalm 139, Known's lyrical text reminds little ones that God sees them, knows them, and loves them more than they could ever imagine. Trust Sally Lloyd-Jones, the author of the bestselling The Jesus Storybook Bible, and Jago, award-winning illustrator, to encourage even the smallest believer and share God's love in this uplifting board book.

Known shows children God sees them, He knows them, and He loves them - with a Never Stopping, Never Giving Up, Unbreaking, Always and Forever Love.

Known is perfect for babies and infants ages 0 - 4 and features:

• lyrical text inspired by Psalm 139
• a reassuring message that reminds kids that God fully knows them and fully loves them, no matter what--a foundational truth to comfort and inspire children
• a padded cover that is a perfect fit for little hands
• beautiful, colorful illustrations that are a great gift for a new baby, First Communion, or birthday

Look for additional inspirational children's books in the series inspired by The Jesus Storybook Bible:

• Found: Psalm 23
• Happy: Psalm 92
• Loved: The Lord's Prayer
• Near: Psalm 139
• Strong: Psalm 1

More than a hundred Catholic schools have closed annually for the last six decades across the United States. Enrollment is now around a quarter of what it was at its peak in 1965. Based on the data, one may conclude that the end of Catholic schools is near.

Yet hundreds of Catholic schools are thriving with increasing enrollment, delighted parents, and students who are well formed and full of wonder. Many have waitlists of students eager to attend. What is their secret? What sets great Catholic schools apart from mediocre ones?

The Catholic School Playbook by Michael Ortner and Kimberly Begg documents how these successful schools are bucking the trend by focusing on their rich Catholic heritage and cultivating strong communities of students, families, and educators. In seven concise and easy-to-read chapters exploring how these schools approach their mission, hiring, teachers, finances, and more, this book offers a practical gameplan for renewing Catholic education in America.

Help Your Teen Catch the Lifelong Reading Bug. Honey for a Teen's Heart spells out how good books can help you and your teenager communicate heart-to-heart about ideas, values, and the various issues of a Christian worldview. Sharing the adventure of a book lets both of you know the same people, see the same sights, face the same choices, and feel the same emotions. Life spills out of books--giving you plenty to talk about But Honey for a Teen's Heart will do more than strengthen the bonds between you and your son or daughter. You'll also learn how to help your teen catch the reading habit and become a lover of good books. Gladys Hunt's insights on how to read a book, what to look for in a book, and how to question what you read will challenge you and your teenager alike. It's training for life And it's fabulous preparation for teens entering college. Including an annotated list of over four hundred books, Honey for a Teen's Heart gives you expert guidance on the very best books for teens.

Every child--from infancy to adolescence--is being discipled by someone or something. The question is: Are you willing to disciple them for Jesus' sake?

Accessible and actionable for parents of children birth to 13 years old, Raising Disciples offers a detailed discipleship map and directional markers to nurture your child's spiritual growth with Christ.

During her more than 25 years in children's ministry alongside her academic work training up children's ministry leaders, Dr. Teresa Roberts noticed that parents and even children's ministry leaders seemed to struggle with knowing how to disciple children past the more-intuitive preschool ages. A foundational family and ministry resource, Raising Disciples reflects the developmental needs that will empower children to grow in their knowledge of God's Word, develop a vocabulary of faith, engage in spiritual practices, and cultivate a deep, personal relationship with God. Featuring intuitive, quick-reference visual aids, researched expertise, real-life examples from the ministry of Jesus, and relational warmth, Raising Disciples is a must-have resource to give you a discipleship pathway for raising spiritually grounded children in today's complex world.

Includes additional tools:

• Discipleship map from birth to adolescence
• Discipleship reference by age level
• Resource list for continued discipleship and training in biblical interpretation
• Discussion questions for children's ministry leaders and volunteers

Learn how to equip your child with tools to navigate life's challenges and make their Christian faith a personal and lasting commitment.

It is never too early to begin sharing the word of God with the children in your life These 50 games will engage and entertain your little ones while teaching them important Christian values and lessons. Each game corresponds with a Bible story or situation so that the children are not only listening to the stories, but engaging in an activity that utilizes other senses to create a fun and multi-faceted learning experience Studies have shown that game play is one of the most effective teaching tools for young children. These games are perfect for 4-7 year olds, but can easily be adapted for other ages. These activities are designed to be played after reading the related Bible story. For example, after the story of Jacob and Esau is read, play 'The Skyscraper Game' to teach the importance of teamwork and patience. Recite the bolded teaching script to make connections between the Bible story, the game and real-life situations. Use the discussion questions to encourage deeper personal connections and understanding of the lesson. Finally, the related bible verses found at the end of each game have been carefully chosen to reinforce the learning concept while still being age appropriate. Thankfulness, patience, teamwork, persistence, obedience, honor, respect and truthfulness are just a few of the topics addressed throughout these lessons. Overall the emphasis is on the vastness of God's love for us so dig into His word and have fun

An Accessible Guide to Biblical Theology by Pastor Jon Nielson

The Bible is comprised of 66 distinct books by 40 different authors--yet it tells one story. How do the events from the beginning of creation to the foundation of the church weave into one cohesive narrative? Through the study of biblical theology, we can gain a better understanding of how the Bible presents a clear and consistent storyline of the creator God and his redemptive work in the world.

Part of the Theology Basics series, Tracing God's Story makes biblical theology clear, meaningful, and practical for those looking for a highly accessible guide to studying God's word. Author and pastor Jon Nielson covers a wide range of stories from Genesis to Revelation, offering a big-picture application, verse-by-verse analysis, and a suggested memory verse for each Scripture passage. Ultimately readers will be encouraged to passionately study God's great story until the day they join in the final chapter.

• Clear Language and Easy-to-Follow Methods: Ideal for new Christians, students, or anyone wanting a highly accessible guide to biblical theology; perfect for individual or group study
• Applicable: Each Scripture passage is accompanied by a big-picture application, verse-by-verse analysis, and a suggested memory verse
• Part of the Theology Basics Series: A collection of books and study guides to introduce students to systematic theology, biblical theology, and biblical interpretation
• Companion Workbook and Video Series Sold Separately: Invites further interaction with the text to integrate study with application

Picture Book for Kids Ages 3-5 Celebrates God's Ultimate Victory Over Sin and Death

When the knight slays the dragon in any story, readers and listeners all cheer in celebration. We rejoice because it echoes the Bible--the victory of good over evil is a prominent theme because the Lord came to have final victory over the devil.

In this imaginative story, James Shrimpton teaches children the story of redemption in the Bible through the lens of dragon slaying. With a memorable rhyming style, engaging artwork, and theologically grounded storytelling, this book is perfect for teaching children the story of Christ's defeat of sin, death, and evil.

• Ideal for Children Ages 3-5: Teaches children about the arc of victory and defeat in a memorable rhyming style
• Short Enough for Bedtime: Approachable length makes it ideal for younger children
• Colorful and Whimsical: Artwork by Helena Pérez Garcia will help capture the imagination of its readers

This resource sets forth the cultural imperatives of ministry and the contextual nature of a public theology of religious education that connects faith formation and action in addressing profoundly difficult, unjust, and wounding experiences of Black people in society. The book begins with the, often neglected, practice of lament as a necessary first step in vital public theological reflection and action. The book proceeds with meanings and ways of equipping persons within and beyond church settings to critically reflect on life and leadership in the throes of present-day social and political realities. It further provides practices for forming skills and shows how to partner with the spiritual guides needed to shape a just public arena and fruitful individual lives.

Contributors: Joseph V. Crockett, Sarah F. Farmer, Annie Lockhart-Gilroy, Cynthia P. Stewart, Nathaniel D. West, Nancy Lynne Westfield, Richelle B. White, Anne E. Streaty Wimberly, Mary H. Young

Joseph's Donkeyis the heartwarming tale of a noble donkey purchased by St. Joseph shortly before his marriage to the Blessed Virgin Mary. The trusted creature helps Joseph in his carpentry business by hauling wood and stones, but he also plays a key role in all the major events recorded in the Infancy Narratives in the Gospels: he carries Mary to Bethlehem, where she gives birth to Jesus; he takes the Holy Family to Egypt to escape the evil king Herod; and he shuttles the family to Jerusalem, where the twelve-year-old Jesus gets lost in the Temple and is then found again.

This rich and beautifully illustrated book will be a source of stirring entertainment for children, who will fall in love with the strong, dignified, humble, hardworking donkey. But more importantly, Joseph's Donkey will introduce children in a potent way to the mysterious and wonderful character of St. Joseph himself. For the donkey in this story is a mirror image of the honorable head of the Holy Family. Thus, in coming to know and cherish the donkey, children will come to appreciate and grow close to Jesus' foster father -- the person whom God the Father chose above all others to watch over, guide, and protect His only begotten Son.

It's time for an updated, compelling, teen-friendly explanation of God's plan for life, love, marriage, and sex, in light of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body, and that's exactly what this book provides. This is a useful update to a very popular book that works well for individual reading but also for group study and discussion. It's an excellent resource for youth ministers, catechists, pastors, and parents, as well as a must-read for Catholic teens.

Help children discover God's presence everywhere! The Bible Storyteller guide introduces your children to each session's Bible story for Grades 1-6. For each session, you'll find Bible drama and single storyteller scripts, sign language instructions for the theme verse, and active learning options to reinforce the session's teachings. Bible Stories Session 1: Abraham and Sarah Follow God (Genesis 12:1-9) Session 2: The Israelites Take the Scenic Route (Exodus 13:17-12) Session 3: Mary & Elizabeth's Family Reunion (Luke 1:39-56) Session 4: Jesus Visits Zacchaeus (Luke 19:1-10) Session 5: On the Road with Paul (Acts 18:1-11) Included in both the Ultimate Starter Kit and Digital Asset Kit, this Bible Storyteller is also available to purchase separately to allow all of your Storytellers to have their own copy.