“I am giving you three ways of exercising mercy toward your neighbor: the first—by deed, the second—by word, the third—by prayer. In these three degrees is contained the fullness of mercy, and it is unquestionable proof of love for Me.” –Diary of St. Faustina (742)
Review and Thoughts
Once again I’ve uncovered a book that is perfect for the Year of Mercy. Don’t worry! If you’ve forgotten all about the Year of Mercy, now is your chance to be reinvigorated! This book is beautiful, simple, and one of my most favorite ‘mommy books’ I’ve read. Continue reading Simple Love for Him: A Review of ‘Divine Mercy for Moms: Sharing the Lessons of St. Faustina’ →
Interest Level: Ages 2-5
EVERYBODY HAS A BODY, GOD MADE BOYS AND GIRLS
“You formed my inmost being; you knit me in my mother’s womb. I praise you, because I am wonderfully made; wonderful are your works! My very self you know.” -Psalm 139:14
Review and Comments:
Everybody Has a Body is a book that helps very young children begin to understand God’s plan for his sons and daughters. The story explains very simply that our bodies are created alike in many ways and yet God created boys and girls to be different in special ways. God loves us the way he created us, and we love ourselves and others as special creations of God. Continue reading Created in His Image: Three Books That Introduce Theology of the Body for Tots →
“A small body of determined spirits fired by unquenchable faith in their mission can alter the course of history.” – Mahatma Gandhi
Reading Level:
Grade 4-5 [according to common core]
Grade 3.2 [according to Scholastic]
Grade 4 [AR level]
Interest Level:
Grades 3-5
Review and Comments:
Stone Fox is a story about courage and determination. It is a story about a young boy’s love for his grandfather and his dog that will touch the heart of the reader. Continue reading A Determined Spirit: A Review of ‘Stone Fox’ →
Literature reviews from the Catholic side
