Wonderful Catholic Children Book

Here are some of newest children books out from Ignatius Press and my kids are loving them!  Here are our thoughts of the books and also the links plus 10% off with code HEATHER10

1) Young Saints –

Through lively stories, comic strips, historical background, and prayers, get to know these 15 young models of faith and holiness: Saint Blandina, Saint Tarcisius, Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, Saint Kateri Tekakwitha, Saint Dominic Savio, Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, Saints Francisco and Jacinta Marto, Venerable Anne de Guigné, Saint José Luis Sánchez del Rio, Blessed Marcel Callo, Venerable Antonietta Meo, Servant of God Claire de Castelbajac, Blessed Sandra Sabattini, Blessed Chiara Badano, and Blessed Carlo Acutis.

2) Seek & Find the twelve Apostles –

This is my daughter Maria who is 4 years old!  She loves finding all the people and animals.  It is look a Christian version of Where is Waldo.  We have several of these books and they are a family favorite!

3) The Swiss Guard –

The courageous and loyal Swiss Guard swear to protect the pope with their very lives. Here is a fascinating inside look into their history and what it takes to become one of the most elite soldiers in the world.

Marc, the main character, wants to become a Swiss Guard. While following him from his first interest in the Guard to his first assignment as a young sentinel, discover the history, the mission, the training, and the way of life of the Swiss Guards. The story is based on real events and historical research.

4) Bambinelli Sunday – This was a sweet story and a little boy visiting his grandparents who live in Italy.  While he is visiting his grandfather encourages to make a baby Jesus to get is blessed by the Pope on Bambinelli Sunday.  While on this adventure he has a great surprise!  This we a great book to read to my kids with good life lessons. 

5) The Boy Who Knew Carlo Acutis – 

The Boy Who Knew Carlo Acutis is the powerful and inspiring journey of a fictional teenage boy, Daniel, who has just been diagnosed with leukemia. At first reluctant to turn toward Blessed Carlo Acutis for help, Daniel finds in him a role model and a spiritual companion, who helps him to trust in God and to discover the meaning of life.

Masterfully intertwining fiction and nonfiction, Corinna Turner gives us a unique introduction to the extraordinary life of Blessed Carlo Acutis while showing us how simple it can be to be friends with a saint.

6) Turn Toward God – 

Our heart is like a castle, and at times, it is under assault from temptation. But we’re not alone in the battle. God is by our side in the fight!

This book presents a simple and effective method of spiritual combat for children so that they can learn not to be afraid in difficulties and to turn with confidence toward God.

7) My Sunday Gospel Coloring Book 2025 – 

From Advent to Christ the King, children will more closely follow the Gospel on Sundays, and for all the feast days. Each Mass includes a detachable page to color, and a page of easy-to-read text to inspire them with the Gospel lessons.  Engage them at home and at church, and pique their interest in the Faith. (From December 1, 2024 to November 23, 2025).Features detachable pages. Ages 3 and up

8) Mysteries at Gloria Circus – 

Garrett, a nine-year-old orphan, is a juggler in the travelling Gloria Circus. With the help of his cousin, Grace, and their new friend, Jack, he is determined to find out who sends him notes, from city to city, with riddles to solve, what does he want, and why this person seems to know so much about his parents.

Regina Medal Winner author Sophie de Mullenheim presents an exciting mystery story that readers will enjoy solving the riddles along with Garrett, Grace, and Jack.