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Catholic Resources for the Elderly and Intellectually Challenged
September 21, 2021

For the Intellectually Challenged:

Picture Book of Catholic Hymns: For Seniors with Dementia| Large Print Dementia Activity Book for Seniors by The Word Evangelical Ministries and Mountain Top Books (2020)

The Picture Book of Bible Verses: A Gift Book for Alzheimer’s Patients and Seniors with Dementia (Picture Books) by Sunny Street Books (2019)

The Picture Book of Hymns: A Gift Book for Alzheimer’s Patients and Seniors with Dementia (Picture Books) by Sunny Street Books (2019)

The Picture Book of Psalms: A Gift Book for Alzheimer’s Patients and Seniors with Dementia (Picture Books) by Sunny Street Books (2020)

Word Search Bible Puzzle Book- Psalms and Hymns: Puzzles for People with Dementia [With Text] (Large Print) by Mighty Oak Books

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Catholic Books on Special Needs Educators, Ministry, & Catechism
September 21, 2021

Books that include references to/or practices of the Catholic faith and Catholic values are in bold. 

Educators & Ministry Leaders:  

Autism and Your Church: Nurturing the Spiritual Growth of People with Autism Spectrum Disorder by Barbara J. Newman (2011)

Be Opened!: The Catholic Church and Deaf Culture by Lana Portolano and Marlana Portolano (2020)

Deaf Diaspora: The Third Wave of Deaf Ministry by Bob Ayres (2004)

Developmental Disabilities and Sacramental Access by Edward Foley (2020)

Disability and the Church: A Vision for Diversity and Inclusion by Lamar Hardwick (2021) 

Every Child Welcome: A Ministry Handbook for Including Kids with Special Needs by Katie Wetherbee and Jolene Philo (2015) 

Guide to Deaf Ministry by DeAnn Sampley (1990)

Handbook for Adaptive Catechesis: Serving Those with Special Needs by Michele Chronister MA (2012)

Helping Kids Include Kids with Disabilities by Barbara J. Newman (2012) 

How to Reach and Teach Children with ADD/ADHD: Practical Techniques, Strategies, and Interventions by Sandra F. Rief

How to Welcome, Include, and Catechize Children with Autism and Other Special Needs: A Parish-Based Approach by Lawrence R. Sutton (2013) 

Including People with Disabilities in Faith Communities: A Guide for Service Providers, Families, and Congregations by Erik W. Carter (2007) 

LAMB: Inclusive Participation Assessment Tool: Language, Accessibility, Meaningful Participation, Belonging by National Catholic Participation on Disability (2021)

Leading a Special Needs Ministry by Amy Fenton Lee (2016) 

Religious Education of the Deaf: Proceedings of the International Catholic Conference on Religion Education of the Deaf, Dublin July 1971 by International Catholic Conference on Religious Education of the Deaf, S.J.L. Van Eijndhoven and J. Van Eijndhoven 

Reaching Out to Children With FAS/FAE: A Handbook for Teachers, Counselors, and Parents Who Live and Work With Children Affected by Fetal Alcohol Syndrome by Diane Davis (1994)

Signs of Love: A Guide for Deaf Ministry by Lori Buck (2014) 

Speaking of Disability: Pastoral Guidelines on Language by National Catholic Partnership on Disability (2021)

Special Catechisms for Special Kids: Teaching Autistic Children About God by Caroline Weerstra (2011) 

Special Needs Ministry for Children: Creating a Welcoming Place for Families Whose Children Have Special Needs by Group Publishing (2012)

Speech, Language, and Hearing Disorders: A Guide for the Teacher by Barbara J. Hall, Herbert J. Oyer, and William H. Haas (2000)

Start with Hello: Introducing Your Church to Special Needs Ministry by Kate Brueck (2015) 

Taking the Lift to Heaven: The Pocket Guide to Adaptive Ministry in Your Catholic Parish by Michele E. Chronister (2016) 

Teaching Students with Autism in a Catholic Setting by Lawrence R. Sutton Ph.D. (2020)

Teaching Students with Learning Disabilities: A Step-by-Step Guide for Educators by Roger Pierangelo and George A. Giuliani (2008) 

The Adaptive Teacher: Faith-Based Strategies to Reach and Teach Learners with Disabilities by Charleen Katra and John Barone (2019)

The Child with Autism Learns about Faith: 15 Ready-to-Use Scripture Lessons, from the Garden of Eden to the Parting of the Red Sea by Kathy Labosh (2011)

The Gospel Preached by the Deaf: Proceedings of a Conference about Deaf Liberation Theology held at the Faculty of Theology of the Catholic University…May 19, 2003 by M. Broesterhuizen (2007)

The Way God Teaches: Catechesis and the Divine Pedagogy by Joseph D. White (2014)

‘Us’ not ‘Them’: Disability and Catholic Theology and Social Teaching by Justin Glyn (2019)

Free Articles for Educators & Ministry Leaders:  

Adolescence and Autism by Dr. Lawrence Sutton (loyolapress.com)

An Enabled Discipleship: Strategies for Working with Children with Motor Impairments or Orthopedic Disabilities by loyolapress.com 

Discipleship Training: Strategies for Working With Children With Behavior Disorders by loyolapress.com 

Five Tips for Teaching Children with Autism by Dr. Lawrence Sutton (loyolapress.com) 

Included in Discipleship: Strategies for Working with Children Who Are Developmentally Challenged by loyolapress.com 

Invisible Needs of Beautiful Minds: Strategies for Working With Children With Hearing Impairments by loyolapres.com 

Making Bright Eyes Brighter: Strategies for Working With Visually Impaired Children by loyolapress.com 

Raising the Spiritual Voice: Strategies for Working with Children Who Have Communication or Speech Impairments by loyolapress.com 

Ready, Set, Learn!: Strategies for Working With Children With Attention Disorders by loyolapress.com 

Teaching Children with Autism and Other Disabilities to Attend Mass by Anne Masters  (Archdiocese of Newark)

The Gifts of the Gifted: Strategies for Working with Gifted Children by loyolapress.com 

Tools for Ministry by loyolapress.com 

Why Church Is a Burden for Special Needs Parents {And What You Can Do About It} by Sheri Dacon (2014) 

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Catholic Books for Kids with Special Needs
September 21, 2021

Books for Children:

Brandon and the Bipolar Bear: A Story for Children with Bipolar Disorder (Revised Edition) by Tracy Anglada (2004)

Busted! (Series: Left Behind–The Kids #7) by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye (braillebookstore.com)

Death Strike (Series: Left Behind–The Kids #8) by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye (braillebookstore.com)

Extraordinary! A Book for Children with Rare Diseases by Evren Ayik and Kara Ayik (2021)

Facing the Future (Series: Left Behind–The Kids #4) by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye  (braillebookstore.com)

I Have Diabetes: A Children’s Book About Juvenile Diabetes (Little Life Lesson Books) by Karri Andersen (2012) 

Just Like Jesus by Max Lucado (braillebookstore.com)

Just Like Me! A Book About a Girl with a Rare Disease by Anne Rugari (2018)

Let’s Learn with Teddy about Epilepsy by Dr. Yvonne Zelenka (2008)

Mommy, I Feel Funny! A Child’s Experience with Epilepsy by Danielle M. Rocheford (2009)

Nicolae High (Series: Left Behind–The Kids #5) by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye (braillebookstore.com)

Parables for Kids (Eight Contemporary Stories Based on Best-Loved Bible Parables) by Danae Dobson and James C. Dobson (braillebookstore.com)

Second Chance (Series: Left Behind–The Kids #2) by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye (braillebookstore.com)

Sign and Say: 36 Bible Verses for Children by Daphna Lee Flegal (2012)

Some Days: A Tale of Love, Ice Cream, and My Mom’s Chronic Illness by Julie A. Stamm (2021) 

SPINAbilities: A Young Person’s Guide to Spina Bifida by Marlene Lutkenhoff and Sonya G. Oppenheimer (1997) 

Taking Diabetes to School (Special Kids in Schools Series) by Kim Gosselin (2004)

Taking Seizure Disorders to School: A Story About Epilepsy (Special Kids in School) by Kim Gosselin (1996)

The abilities in me: Spina Bifida by Gemma Keir (2020)

The Asperkid’s (Secret) Book of Social Rules: The Handbook of Not-So-Obvious Social Guidelines for Tweens and Teens With Asperger Syndrome by Jennifer Cook O’Toole (2012)

The Children’s Wonder Bible Stories & Songs- The Talking Audio Bible Player for Kids by Wonder Bible

The Social Survival Guide for Teens on the Autism Spectrum: How to Make Friends and Navigate Your Emotion by Lindsey Sterling PhD (2020)

The Underground (Series: Left Behind–The Kids #6) by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye (braillebookstore.com)

The Vanishings (Series: Left Behind–The Kids #1) by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye (braillebookstore.com)

The Way I am is Different: A Children’s Book about a Boy with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder by Helen Simpson (2018)

Through the Flames (Series: Left Behind–The Kids #3) by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye (braillebookstore.com)

Why Did God Make Me Like This? by Emily A. Weaver (2020)

Xander’s Cerebral Palsy Superpowers (One Three Nine Inspired) by Lori Yarborough (2020)

Books for Tweens (Ages 9-11):

Because of Mr. Terupt by Rob Buyea (2011)

Chocolate Fever by Robert Kimmel Smith (1972)

Counting by 7s by Holly Goldberg Sloan (2013)

Esperanza Rising by Pam Muñoz Ryan (2000)

Everything on a Waffle by Polly Horvath (2001) 

Ghost by Jason Reynolds (2016)

Harriet the Spy by Louise Fitzhugh (1964)

Holes by Louis Sachar (1998)

Kira-Kira by Cynthia Kadohata (2004)

Loser by Jerry Spinelli (2002)

Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli (1990)

Onion John by Joseph Krumgold (1959)

Out of My Mind by Sharon M.  Draper (2012)

Rules by Cynthia Lord (2008)

The Egypt Game by Zilpha Keatley Snyder (1967)

The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett (1911)

The View from Saturday by E. L. Konigsburg (1996)

Wonder by R.J. Palacio (2012)

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Catholic Books for Special Needs Caregivers
September 21, 2021

 Books that include references to/or practices of the Catholic faith and Catholic values are in bold. 

 Books for Parents & Adults: 

A Different Dream for My Child: Meditations for Parents of Critically or Chronically Ill Children by Jolene Philo (2009)

A Miracle Named Mark: The True Story of Mark J. Hublar by Gregory S. Hublar (Down Syndrome, 2021)  

A Parent’s Guide to High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder, Second Edition: How to Meet the Challenges and Help Your Child Thrive by Sally Ozonoff, Geraldine Dawson, and James C. McPartland (2014)

Adrenal Insufficiency 101: A Patient’s Guide to Managing Adrenal Insufficiency by Winslow E. Dixon and Adrenal Alternatives Foundation

Awakening at Lourdes: How an Unanswered Prayer Healed Our Family and Restored Our Faith by Christy Wilkens (2021)

Baby Sign Language Made Easy: 101 Signs to Start Communicating with Your Child Now by Lane Rebelo (2018)

Better Than Ok: Finding Joy as Special-Needs Parent by Kelly Mantoan (2021)

Beyond the Diagnosis: The Path to Thriving as a Special Needs Parent by Amy Mattson (2019)

Bible Promises for Parents of Children with Special Needs by Amy E. Mason (2017)

Borderline Personality Disorder in Adolescents, 2nd Edition: What To Do When Your Teen Has BPD: A Complete Guide for Families by Blaise Aguirre (2014)

Childhood Speech, Language, and Listening Problems by Patricia McAleer Hamaguchi (2010)

Children With Cerebral Palsy: A Parents’ Guide by Elaine Geralis (1991)

Children With Spina Bifida: A Parent’s Guide (The Special Needs Collection) by Marlene Lutkenhoff (1999)

Children with Tourette Syndrome: A Parents’ Guide by Tracy Lynne Marsh (1992) 

Couriers of Grace: My Daughter, the Sacraments, and a Surprising Walk of Faith by Nancy Jo Sullivan (Down Syndrome, 2017)

30 Days to Your Special Needs Trust: A Quick-Start Guide to Your Special-Needs Estate Plan by Rob Wrubel CFP (2020)

Down, Looking Up: Eric’s World of Living Within the Confines of Cerebral Palsy by Connie Rubsamen (2021)

Down Syndrome Parenting 101: Must-Have Advice for Making Your Life Easier by Natalie Hale (2011)

Eli’s Reach: On the Value of Human Life and the Power of Prayer by Chad Judice (2017)

Embracing This Special Life: Learning To Flourish as Mother of a Child with Special Needs by Jenn Soehnlin (2018)

Freeing Your Child from Anxiety: Powerful, Practical Solutions to Overcome Your Child’s Fears, Worries, and Phobias by Tamar Chanksy Ph.D. (2004)

Special Children, Blessed Fathers: Encouragement for Fathers of Children with Special Needs by Randy Hain (2015)

Epilepsy Journal for Children: Easily Track Your Child’s Seizures, Medications, Triggers, & Side Effects by Medjournal Essentials (2019)

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: A Guide for Families and Communities by Ann Streissguth (1997)

Faith, Family, and Children with Special Needs: How Catholic Parents and Their Kids with Special Needs Can Develop a Richer Spiritual Life by David Rizzo (2012)

Growing With Eli: Our Journey into Life and Light by Chad Judice (2018)

Half A Brain: Confessions of a Special Needs Mom by Jenni Basch (2020) 

Held: Learning to Live in God’s Grip: A Bible Study for Special-Needs Parents by Sandra Peoples and Lee Peoples Jr. (2013)

Help! My Child Has Dyslexia: A Practical Guide for Parents by Sandra Peoples and Lee Peoples Jr. (2013)

How to Nourish Your Child Through an Eating Disorder: A Simple, Plate-by-Plate Approach to Rebuilding a Healthy Relationship with Food by Casey Crosbie and Wendy Sterling (2018) 

If Your Adolescent Has Schizophrenia: An Essential Resource for Parents (Adolescent Mental Health Initiative) by Raquel E. Gur and Ann Braden Johnson (2006)

In a Different Key: The Story of Autism by John Donvan and Caren Zucker (2016)  

In A Split Second: Living in the World With Cerebral Palsy by Kyle N. Scott (2021) 

Inflammatory and Autoimmune Disorders of the Nervous System in Children (2010)

Just One of the Kids: Raising a Resilient Family When One of Your Children Has a Physical Disability (A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book) by Kay Harris Kriegsman and Sara Palmer (2013)

Living and Learning with Blind Children: A Guide for Parents and Teachers of Visually Impaired Children by Felicity Harrison and Mary Crow (1993)

My Child Has Autism: A Handbook for Parents and Professionals (second edition) by Dr. Adrienne Robek (2017)

Oppositional, Defiant & Disruptive Children and Adolescents: Non-Medication Approaches for the Most Challenging ODD Behaviors by Scott Walls (2016) 

Overcoming Autism: Finding the Answers, Strategies, and Hope That Can Transform a Child’s Life by Lynn Kern Koegel Ph.D. and Claire LaZebnik (2004)

Parenting a Child Who Has Intense Emotions: Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills to Help Your Child Regulate Emotional Outbursts and Aggressive Behavior by Pat Harvey (2009)

 

Parenting Children With ADHD: 10 Lessons That Medicine Cannot Teach by Dr. Vincent J. Monastra Ph.D. (2005)

Parenting Children With Health Issues: Essential Tools, Tips, and Tactics for Raising Kids With Chronic Illness, Medical Conditions, and Special Healthcare Needs by Lisa C. Greene and Foster W. Cline (2007)

Parenting Your Child with Autism: Practical Solutions, Strategies, and Advice for Helping Your Family by Anjali Sastry and Blaise Aguirre (2012)

Parent’s Guide to Eating Disorders: Supporting Self-Esteem, Healthy Easting, and Positive Body Image at Home by Marcia Herrin Nancy Matsumoto (2007) 

Pediatric Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures: A Treatment Guide by Sigita Plioplys, Julia Doss, Rochelle Caplan, Jana E. Jones (2017)

Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures: A Guide by Lorna Meyers Ph.D. (2014) 

Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures: Toward the Integration of Care by Barbara A. Dworetzky (2017) 

Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures Recovery: Not All People Suffering From PNES Also Are Epileptic: Books On Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures by Nicola Howerton (2021) 

Praying for Your Special Needs Child by David Rizzo and Mercedes Rizzo (2018)

Raising Boys with ADHD: Secrets for Parenting Healthy, Happy Sons by Mary Anne Richey (2012) 

Raising the Perfectly Imperfect Child: Facing the Challenge by Boris Vujicic (2016) 

Reach Out and Teach: Helping Your Child Who Is Visually Impaired Learn and Grow by Kay Alicyn Ferrell (2011) 

Seizures and Epilepsy in Childhood: A Guide for Parents by Diana J. Pillas, Eileen P.G. Vining, and John M. Freeman (1990) 

Sharing Love Abundantly in Special Needs Families: The 5 Love Languages® for Parents Raising Children with Disabilities by Gary Chapman and Jolene Philo (2019)

Short-Term Memory Difficulties in Children: A Practical Resource by Joanne Rudland (2017) 

Special Children, Blessed Fathers: Encouragement for Fathers of Children with Special Needs by Randy Hain (2015) 

Spiritually Able: A Parent’s Guide to Teaching the Faith to Children with Special Needs by David Rizzo and Mercedes McBride Rizzo (2015)

Stop Walking on Eggshells: Taking Your Life Back When Someone You Care About Has Borderline Personality Disorder by Randi Kreger and Paul T. Mason (1998) 

Supporting the Highly Sensitive Child: Making Sense of Meltdowns (A Nutshell Guide) by James Willams and Lucy Skye

Surviving Schizophrenia, 7th Edition: A Family Manual by E. Fuller Torrey (2019) 

The Bipolar Child: The Definitive and Reassuring Guide to Childhood’s Most Misunderstood Disorder, Third Edition by Demitri Papolos (2007)

The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide, Third Edition: What You and Your Family Need to Know by David J. Miklowitz (2012) 

The Bipolar Teen: What You Can Do to Help Your Child and Your Family by David J. Miklowitz and Elizabeth Levergood George (2007) 

The Cerebral Palsy Tool Kit: From Diagnosis to Understanding by Michele P. Shusterman (2015) 

The Challenges Of PNES: Stories Of How Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures Change Your Life: Short Story On Mental Health by Dino Mainville 

The Highly Sensitive Child: Helping Our Children Thrive When the World Overwhelms Them by Elaine Aron (2002)

The Life We Never Expected: Hopeful Reflections on Challenges of Parenting Children with Special Needs by Andrew Wilson and Rachel Wilson (2016)

The Parent’s Guide to Speech and Language Problems by Debbie Feit (2007)

The Reason I Jump: The Inner Voice of a Thirteen-Year-Old Boy with Autism by Naoki Higashida (2007) 

The Spiritual Art of Raising Children with Disabilities by Kathleen Deyer Bolduc (2014)

The Type 1 Life: A Road Map for Parents of Children with Newly Diagnosed Type 1 Diabetes by Jessica Freeman (2018) 

The Uncontrollable Child: Understand and Manage Your Child’s Disruptive Moods with Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills by Matis Miller LCSW (2021) 

101 Tips for Parents of Kids with Diabetes: Wisdom for Families With Type 1 by Jeff Hitchcock (2016)

Turn Autism Around: An Action Guide for Parents of Young Children with Early Signs of Autism by Mary Lynch Barbera Ph.D. (2021)

Unbroken Faith: Spiritual Recovery for the Special Needs Parent by Diane Dokko Kim (2018)

Understanding Bipolar Disorder: The Essential Family Guide by Diane Dokko Kim (2018) 

Understanding Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: A Guide to FASD Parents, Carers, and Professionals by Maria Catterick (2014)

Understanding the Highly Sensitive Child: Seeing an Overwhelming World Through Their Eyes (A Nutshell Guide) by James Williams (2015)

Up, Not Down Syndrome: Uplifting Lessons Learned from Raising a Son with Trisomy 21 by Nancy M. Schwartz (2019)

View From The Floor: Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures: A Patient’s Perspective by Kate Berger (2015)

Waiting for Eli: A Father’s Journey from Fear to Faith by Chad Judice (2010)

What God Had Emptied: How I Found Hope in my Children’s Diagnoses by Kathryn Anne Casey (2022)

What To Do About Your Brain Injured Child by Glenn Doman (2005)

What will happen to my Special Needs Child when I am gone: A Detailed Guide to Secure Your Child’s Emotional and Financial Future by Susan Jules (2020) 

What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew: Working Together to Empower Kids for Success in School and Life by Dr. Sharone Saline (2018) 

When Your Child Has a Chronic Medical Illness: A Guide for the Parenting Journey by Frank J. Sileo Ph.D. and Carol S. Potter MFT (2021)

When Your Child Has an Eating Disorder: A Step-by-Step Workbook for Parents and Other Caregivers by Abigail H. Natenshon (1999) 

When Your Child Has…Dyslexia: Get the Right Diagnosis, Understand Treatment Options, and Help Your Child Learn by Abigail Marshall and Vincent Iannelli (2019) 

When Your Child Has Lyme Disease: A Parent’s Survival Guide by Sandra K. Barenbaum and Dorothy Kupcha Leland (2015)

When Your Child Is Deaf: A Guide for Parents by Antonia Maxon and David Luterman (1991) 

When Your Daughter Has BPD: Essential Skills to Help Families Managed Borderline Personality Disorder by Daniel S. Lobel (2017) 

When Your Teen Has an Eating Disorder: Practical Strategies to Help Your Teen Recover from Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating by Lauren Muhlheim (2018) 

When Your Child Hurts: Effective Strategies to Increase Comfort, Reduce Stress, and Break the Cycle of Chronic Pain (Yale University Press Health & Wellness) by Rachael Coakley (2016)  

Your Child with Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A Family Guide for Caregiving by Hepatology and Nutrition North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology (2017)

Free Articles for Parents: 

A Prayer for Moms of Children with Special Needs by Rachel Wojo (Rooted Family.com, 2015)

How Our Daughter Has Affected Our Spirituality by David and Mercedes Rizzo (loyolapress.com)

How to Celebrate Mass with a Child with Special Needs by loyolapress.com 

Praying For Your Special Needs Child by Nicole Johnson (Catholic Mom, 2018)

The Struggles and Unexpected Blessings of Special-Needs Kids by Jim Graves (The Catholic World Report)

6 Tips for Mass with a Special-Needs Child by Ginny Kochis (Catholic Mom, 2017)

Tough love: The challenges of parenting special needs children by Kristin Peterson (U.S. Catholic, 2009)

Your Special Needs Child is No Angel by Kerri Lynn Bishop (Catholic Stand, 2017)

What Is Your Barrier by David and Mercedes Rizzo (loyolapress.com)

What Parents of a Child with Special Needs Would Tell a Parish Audience by David and Mercedes Rizzo (loyolapress.com)

What Parents Want Catechetical Leaders to Know by David and Mercedes Rizzo (loyolapress.com

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Catholic Video Resources for Special Needs
September 21, 2021

Special Needs: 

Video: How to Sign the Hail Mary (Loyola Press, 2012)

Video: How to Sign the Act of Contrition (Loyola Press, 2012)

Video: Learn How to Sign the Word Faithful (ASL Teaching Resources, 2015)

Video: Out of the Shadows: Disabilities and the Church (America-Jesuit Review, 2016)

Video: A Winning Season: Catholic Social Services and Catholic High School Students (Catholic Philly, 2018)

Video: Catechesis for Children with Special Needs (Ave Maria Press, 2017)

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Catholic Books for Kids on Catholicism Fundamentals (Sacraments, Tradition, Saints, Mary)
September 21, 2021

Vocations and Consecrated Life: 

Becket Wants to Be a Priest by Matt Regitz and Stephanie Regitz (2020)
 
Brides of Christ by Benedictines of Mary Queen of Apostles (2023)
 
Brother Rafael and the Rainy-Day Devils by Vivian Dudro (2023)
 
Father Ben Gets Ready for Mass by Katie Warner (2019)
 
Father Drew, What Do You Do by Rebecca W. Martin (2025) 
 
Fr. Emil Serves in the Army by Audry Marie Cole (2025)
 
It’s Fun to be a Nun by Dr. Jake Thibault (2021)
 
Jack Giorgio: Future Priest by Katie Warner (2022)
 
Little Lost Nun by Melinda Johnson (2021)
 
Meet Sister Mary Margaret by Rebecca W. Martin (2023)
 
Mother Teresa: Angel of the Slums by Lewis Helfand (2013)
 
My Catholic World: Vocations for Boys by Veronica A. Ryan (2023) 
 
My Catholic World: Vocations for Girls by Veronica A. Ryan (2023)
 
My Grandpa Is a Deacon: Teaching Children about Permanent Deacons in the Catholic Church by Phelps (2019)
 
Nun on the Run: 100th Day of School by Heather Slaughter (2022)
 
Nuns So Lovable by Joe Lane (2018)
 
Our Little Nuns by Joe Lane (2018)
 
Sister Madge’s Book of Nuns by Doug MacLeod (1896)
 
So Many Ways to Be Holy: A Child’s Book about Vocations by Kristen Soley (2019)
 
The Monks Make Amends by Sylvia Dorham (2020)
 
The Monks’ Stormy Night by Sylvia Dorham (2018)
 
What Does a Priest Do by Susan Heyboer O’Keefe (2002)
 
What is a Vocation (Curious Little Catholic) by Annemarie Thimons (2020)
 
Where Do Priests Come From? by Elizabeth Fiocelli (2010)

Mass and the Eucharist: 

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A Child’s Book of the Mass by Betsy Puntel and Hannah Roberts (2014)
 
A Missal for Little Ones by Joelle d’Abadie (2015)
 
A Visit to Our Parish Church by Magnifikid 
 
An Adoration Treasury for Young Catholics by Sr. Mary Bosco Davis Osf, Sr. M. Lissetta Gettinger Osf (2023)
 
Articles at Mass – Roman Catholic Picture Book by Ellen Tomaszewski (2015)
 
Bread of Life Volume I: Eucharistic Miracles for Young Readers by Veronica A. Ryan (2025)
 
Bread of Life Volume II: Eucharistic Miracles for Young Readers by Veronica A. Ryan (2025)
 
Catholic Mass Prayer Journal: A Helpful Tool to Enter More Fully into the Mystery of the Mass by Leah Brix and Luke Myklebust (2025)
 
Celebrating Mass (St. Joseph Board Books) by Thomas J. Donaghy (2009)
 
Children Discover the Mass: Lessons, Crafts, Cutouts, and More by Mary Doerfler Dall (2000)
 
Donuts After Mass: A Tale About Walking with Jesus by Joann Bradvica and Rafaela Bradvica (2022)
 
Eucharistic Adoration for Little Ones (Little Ones Series) by Kimberly Fries (2020)
 
Eucharistic Saints: Twenty Stories of Devotion to Jesus by Meredith Hinds (2024)
 
Father Ben Gets Ready for Mass by Katie Warner (2019)
 
Heavenly Hosts: Eucharistic Miracles for Kids by Kathryn Griffin Swegart
 
I Went to Mass: What did I See? by Katie Warner (2018)
 
Jesus in Space: A True Story That’s Out of This World by Cecilia Cicone (2023)
 
Jesus Invites Me to Mass by Sabine du Mesnil and Gemma Roman (2019)
 
Jesus Speaks to Me about the Mass by Angela Burrin (2011)
 
Litanies for Littles: The Most Blessed Sacrament: An illustrated Catholic Prayerbook for Children, Families, and Classrooms by Veronica A. Ryan (2025)
 
Mass Reflection Journal: Guiding Catholic Kids Through Mass by Raquel Rose and The Little Rose Shop LLC (2024)
 
My First Catholic Mass Book: Interactive Mass Book for Kids Ages 3 – 7 by Emily Bendler (2021)
 
My First Interactive Mass Book with Full Color Illustrations by Amanda Renee (2022)
 
My Mass Reflection & Coloring Book: A Coloring Book for Kids at Catholic Mass by Raquel Rose and The Little Rose Shop LLC (2023)
 
My Order of the Holy Mass: A Guide to Catholic Faith for Kids by Andrew Schmitz (2025)
 
My Picture Missal by Lawrence G. Lovasik (2011)
 
New Children’s Mass Book: Explained and Simplified for Young Children by Basil Senger (2011)
 
Order of the Mass for Kids: An Illustrated Mass Book for Catholic Children to Help Them Learn the Parts of Mass and Mass Responses by CM Arandi (2022)
 
Penny and the Stolen Chalice by Antony Barone Kolenc (2024)
 
Receiving Jesus for Little Ones by Kimberly Fries (2019)
 
Receiving Jesus: My Guide to the Mass by Aimee Maclver and Colin MacIver (2023)
 
Saint Sayings about the Eucharist: A Picture Book for Catholic Kids by Beth Ann Ramos (2023)
 
The Catholic Child & The Catholic Child Goes to Mass: Coloring Book by St. Jerome Library (2019)
 
The Church from Outer Space: A Catholic Mass Book for Kids by Veronica A. Ryan (2025)
 
The Gift of the Mass for Little Ones by Kimberly Fries and Gemma C. Mohun (2020)
 
The Highway to Heaven: The Story of St. Carlo Acutis by  Dominika Farkašová (2024)
 
The Holy Mass: On Earth as It Is in Heaven (Building Blocks of Faith Series) by Kevin O’Neill and Mary O’Neill (2022)
 
The Holy Mass Book for Kids: Interactive Missal | Activities for Catholic Children | Children’s Prayer Book by Billy James (2023)
 
The Holy Mass Coloring Book for Childrens: Church Activity for Catholic Kids by Billy James (2022)
 
The Holy Mass: On Earth as It Is in Heaven by Kevin O’Neill (2022)
 
The Joyful Mysteries of Life by Catherine Scherrer and Bernard Scherrer (1997)
 
The Mass Book for Catholic Children by Jennifer Sharpe (2017)
 
The Mass Book for Children by Rosemarie Gortler and Donna Piscitelli (2004)
 
The Mass Explained to Children by Maria Montessori (2015)
 
The Mass for Little Ones by Maïte Roche (2022)
 
The Monks Daily Bread by Sylvia Dorham (2018)
 
The Weight of a Mass: A Tale of Faith by Josephine Nobisso (2002)
 
What is the Eucharist (Curious Little Catholic) by Annemarie Thimons and Nancy Rosato-Nuzzo (2020)
 
Will You Come to Mass? by Susan Joy Bellavance (2018)
Traditional Latin Mass: 
A Brief Introduction to the Traditional Latin Mass for Kids by Julianne Weinmann (2022)
 
My Little Latin Mass Coloring Book ~ 25+ Traditional Latin Mass Coloring Images For Children Or Adults [Low Mass] (Catholic Coloring Book Series) by MyCatholicSource Activity Book (2020)
 
Sanctus, Sanctus, Sanctus: An Introductory Latin Missal for Children by Adalee Hude (2023)
 
Traditional Latin Mass: A Missal for Children (Little Ones Series) by Kimberly Fries (2021)
The Sacraments and the Holy Spirit: 
A Little Book about Confession for Children by Kendra Tierney (2014)
 
Baptism Day (First Steps in Faith) by Maïte Roche (2017)
 
Child’s Guide to Reconciliation by Elizabeth Ficocelli (2003)
 
Going to Confession: How to Make a Good Confession by Reverend Lawrence G. Lovasik S.V.D. (1986)
 
Jesus Speaks to Me about the Baptism by Angela Burrin (2015)
 
Jesus Speaks to Me about Confession by Angela Burrin (2016)
 
Let’s Remember Your Baptism: Readings, Memories, and Records of a Special Day by Editors at Paraclete Press (2021)
 
Light of Sacraments by Cory Heiman (2024)
 
My Confession Book by M. Andrine Welters O.S.B. (2009)
 
Order of Baptism of Children & Order of Celebrating Matrimony by Magnificat 
 
Stories of the Blessed Sacrament by Francine Bay (Magnificat)
 
The Holy Spirit and the Greatest Adventure by Gracie Jagla (2024)
 
The Sacraments in Action by Sophia Institute Press (2019)
 
Through Living Waters: An Origin Story on Baptism by Claudia Cangilla McAdam and Gina Capaldi (2025)

Creeds and Commandments: 

Apostles’ Creed for Children: I believe I Have a Father in Heaven by Jude Mukoro 
 
Living the 10 Commandments for Children by Rosemarie Gortler and Donna Piscitelli (2007)
 
The Apostles’ Creed: For All God’s Children by Ben Myers (2022)
 
The Creed Explained by Silvia Vecchini (2015)
 
The Ten Commandments by Reverend Lawrence G Lovasik (1978)

The Virgin Mary: 

A Garden for Mary by Neena Gaynor (2022)
 
A Summer Snow: Our Lady of Snows by Veronica A. Ryan (2024)
 
Consecration to Mary for Little Ones by Kimberly Fries and Sue Kouma Johnson (2019)
 
Grandma Taught Me to Love Mary by Vanessa Garrido Mansilla and Jennifer Marte Molina (2020)
 
Just Like Mary by Rosemarie Gortler and Donna Piscitelli (2003)
 
Marian Consecration for Children by Carrie Gress PhD (2018)
 
Mary and the Little Shepherds of Fatima by Marlyn Monge and Jamie Stuart Wolfe  (2017)
 
Mary In 3-D by Dennis J. Billy C.Ss.R (2016)
 
Mary Stories from the Bible by Charlotte Grossetête (2018)
 
Mary, the Mother of Jesus by Tomie dePaola (2020)
 
Our Lady of Fátima for the Little Ones – Part I: Bedtime (Stella Maris Tales) by Mônica de Souza Lopes (2025)
 
Our Lady of Fátima for the Little Ones – Part II: Bedtime (Stella Maris Tales) by Mônica de Souza Lopes (2025)
 
Our Lady’s Garden: A Parent-Child Reader by Veronica A. Ryan (2023)
 
Our Lady’s Picture Book by Anthony DeStefano (2021)
 
Our Mother Too: Mary Embraces the World by Shannon K. Evans and Eric A. Clayton (2025)
 
Snuggle Up with Mary: Bedtime Stories from Our Heavenly Mother: Book One by Monica Lopes (2025)
 
Snuggle Up with Mary: Bedtime Stories from Our Heavenly Mother: Book Two by Monica Lopes (2025)
 
When Mary Says Yes by Gracie Jagla (2024)

Catholicism & The Roman Catholic Church: Tradition and Basics 

A Little Catholic’s Book of Liturgical Colors by Theresa Kiser and Chris Pelicano (2019)
 
Case for Christ for Kids (Case for…Series for Kids) by Lee Strobel (2010) 
 
Case for Faith for Kids (Case for…Series for Kids) by Lee Strobel (2010) 
 
Case for a Creator for Kids (Case for…Series for Kids) by Lee Strobel (2010) 
 
Case for Grace for Kids (Case for…Series for Kids) by Lee Strobel (2015) 
 
Case for Miracles for Kids (Case for…Series for Kids) by Lee Strobel (2015) 
 
Case for Miracles for Kids (Case for…Series for Kids) by Lee Strobel (2018) 
 
Catholic Objects and Symbols Coloring Book by Judi Natzreno (2025)
 
Catholic Stories for Boys and Girls (Volume One) by Catholic Nuns in America and Neumann Press (1987) 
 
Catholic Stories for Boys and Girls, Vol. 2 by Catholic Nuns in America and Neumann Press (1987) 
 
Catholic Stories for Boys and Girls, Vol. 3 by Catholic Nuns in America and Neumann Press (1987) 
 
Catholic Stories for Boys and Girls, Vol. 4 by Catholic Nuns in America and Neumann Press (1987) 
 
Children’s Catholic Book for Girls: God Made You by Elizabeth Terry (2018)
 
Crossbows and Crucifixes: A Novel of the Priest Hunters and the Brave Young Men Who Fought Them by Henry Garnett (2009)
 
Divine Mercy for Children: A Guided Tour of the Museum of Mercy by Vinny Flynn and Brian Kennelly (2020)
 
Epic: The Story of Jesus’s Holy Catholic Church by Tom Peterson (2020)
 
131 FUN-damental Facts for Catholic Kids: Liturgy, Litanies, Rituals, Rosaries, Symbols, Sacraments, and Sacred Surprises (Fun Facts) by Bernadette McCarver Snyder (2006)
 
God’s Year by Veronica A. Ryan (2023)
 
Holy Mysteries! 12 Investigations into Extraordinary Cases by Sophie de Mullenheim and Solene & Thomas (2021)
 
Hooray! I’m Catholic! by Hana Cole (2010)
 
I Believe: The Creed, Confession and the Ten Commandments for Little Catholics by M. Juliana (2013)
 
I Won’t Forget You: A Catholic Story About Helping the Souls in Purgatory by Gina M. Zannetti (2025)
 
In This Catholic Church by Maura Roan McKeegan (2023)
 
Jane’s Dismal Day: A Catholic Child’s Book about Sadness (A Catholic Child’s Emotions) by Christine Gibson (2023)
 
Little Acts of Grace by Rosemarie Gortler and Donna Piscitelli (2002)
 
Little Acts of Grace 2 by Rosemarie Gortler and Donna Piscitelli (2010)
 
Loyola Kids Book of Catholic Signs & Symbols: An Illustrated Guide to Their History and Meaning by Amy Welborn (2018)
 
Magnifikid! by Magnificat 
 
Margaret’s First Holy Week (The Pope’s Cat) by Jon M. Sweeney (2019)
 
My Catholic World: Church by Veronica A. Ryan (2023)
 
My Little Catholic Encyclopedia by Marie-Christine Vidal & Robin (2020) 
 
My Path to Heaven: A Young Person’s Guide to the Faith by Geoffrey Bliss (2005)
 
My Picture Book Of The Catholic Faith by Maite Roche (2018) 
 
Miraculous!: Catholic Mysteries for Kids (Catholic Stories for Kids) by Kathryn Griffin Swegart  (2020)
 
Miraculous II: Catholic Mysteries for Kids (Catholic Stories for Kids) by Kathryn Griffin Swegart (2024)
 
10 More Good Reasons to Be a Catholic by Jim Auer (1998)
 
Oremus: Latin Prayers for Young Catholics by Katie Warner and Meg Whalen (2022)
 
Our Holy Father, the Pope: The Papacy from Saint Peter to the Present by Don R. Caffery (2013)
 
Rescued!: True Stories for Catholic Kids (Catholic Stories for Kids) by Kathryn Griffin Swegart OFS (2022)
 
Seven Clues: A Catholic Treasure Hunt by Scott Hahn and Maura Roan McKeegan (2022)
 
Tell Me about the Catholic Faith for Small Children by Christine Pedotti (2014)
 
Tell Me About The Catholic Faith: From The Bible to The Sacraments by Various Authors (2013)
 
The Joy of Being a Catholic Child by Jude Winkler (2003)
 
The Secret of the Lantern: A Choose-Your-Path Adventure for Catholic Kids by Brandy M. Miller (2015)
 
This Is the Church by Katie Warner (2020)
 
Very Young Catholics in Argentina by Emily Koczela (2023) 
 
Very Young Catholics in Australia by Emily Koczela (2023) 
 
Very Young Catholics in Austria by Emily Koczela (2023)
 
Very Young Catholics in Brazil by Emily Koczela (2024) 
 
Very Young Catholics in Canada by Emily Koczela (2021)
 
Very Young Catholics in Dubai by Emily Koczela (2025) 
 
Very Young Catholics in Ecuador by Emily Koczela (2021) 
 
Very Young Catholics in Fiji by Emily Koczela (2020) 
 
Very Young Catholics in Iceland by Emily Koczela (2022)
 
Very Young Catholics in India by Emily Koczela (2025) 
 
Very Young Catholics in Ireland by Emily Koczela (2020)
 
Very Young Catholics in Kenya by Emily Koczela (2021) 
 
Very Young Catholics in Taiwan by Emily Koczela (2025) 
 
Very Young Catholics in Thailand by Emily Koczela (2024) 
 
Very Young Catholics in Togo by Emily Koczela (2019) 
 
Very Young Catholics in the United States by Emily Koczela (2025)
 
Why do I veil? by Veronica A. Ryan (2024)

Other Catholic Books:

Angel in the Waters by Regina Doman (2004)
 
Angels: God’s Messengers and Our Helpers
 
(Saint Joseph Picture Books) by Lawrence G. Lovasik (1978)
 
Child’s Guide to the Beatitudes by Kathy Della Torre O’Keefe (2011)
 
Dear Pope Francis: The Pope Answers Letters from Children Around the World by Pope Francis (2016)
 
Following Jesus by Lawrence G. Lovasik (1981)
 
God, I Trust Your Plan: Learning to Surrender with Grace by Gina M. Zannetti (2025)
 
Good Saint Joseph (St. Joseph Picture
 
Books) by Lawrence G. Lovasik (1978)
 
I Am Earth’s Keeper by Lisa M. Hendey (2023)
 
I Am God’s Storyteller by Lisa M. Hendey (2019)
 
I Will Always Be Me by Kristina Schoettle (2022)
 
I’m a Saint in the Making by Lisa M. Hendey (2020)
 
King of the Shattered Glass by Susan J. Bellavance (2017)
 
Listening For God: Silence Practice for Little Ones by Katie Warner (2021)
 
My Life with God by Lawrence Lovasik (1982)
 
Robin Hood and Just: A Catholic Hero by Ellen Tomaszewski and Kathryn Mack (2021)
 
The Angels: God’s Messengers and Our Helpers by Reverend Lawrence G. Lovasik (1978)
 
The Beatitudes for Children by Rosemarie Gortler and Donna Piscitelli (2009)
 
The Feasts of Jesus by Lawrence G. Lovasik (1981)
 
The Joyful Mysteries of Life by Catherine Scherrer and Bernard Scherrer (1997)
 
The Parables of Jesus by Lawrence Lovasik (1980)
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Catholic Books for Teenagers
September 21, 2021

Books for Teenagers:

A Case for Chastity: The Way to Real Love and True Freedom for Catholic Teens by Heather Gallagher and Peter Vlahutin (2004)

 

A Catholic Teen’s Guide to Tough Stuff:  Straight Talk, Real Issues by Jim Auer (2003)

 

A Millennial in Paradise: Carlo Acutis by Will Conquer (2021) 

 

A Single Bead by Stephanie Engelman (2016)

 

A Single Day…Or Not: An Ancient Irish Legend by Susan Peek (2022)

 

A Soldier Surrenders: The Conversion of Saint Camillus de Lellis (God’s Forgotten Friends) by Susan Peek (2015)

 

A Teenager’s (Absolutely Basic) Introduction to the New Testament by Jim Auer (1986)

 

A Teen’s Game Plan for Life by Lou Holtz (2002)

 

A Way of Life for Young Catholics by Stephen Wang (2008)

 

Ablaze: Stories of Daring Teen Saints by Colleen Swaim (2011)

 

Acts: The Good New of the Holy Spirit (Six Weeks with Bible for Catholic Teens) by Mr. Kevin Perrotta and Mr. Gerald Darring (2004)

 

Advent and Christmas: One Day at a Time for Catholic Teens by Katie Prejean McGrady and Tommy McGrady (2020)

 

Always Blessed Catholic Gratitude Journal: A Diary for Women and Teen Girls to Encourage Happy Thoughts by My Catholic Planners and Journals (2020)

 

Amazing Love: Rosary Meditations for Teens by Marie Seaberg and Adrian Inclan (2013)

 

Ashes: Visible & Invisible (Catholic Teen Books Visible & Invisible Anthology Series) by Leslea Wahl, Cynthia T. Toney, Marie C. Keiser, Carolyn Astfalk, Amanda Lauer, Ellen Gable, Corinna Turner, Antony B. Kolenc T.M. Gaouette, Theresa Linden (2023)

 

Ask the Bible Geek 2: More Answers to Questions From Catholic Teens by Mark Hart (2007)

 

Be Yourself: A Journal for Catholic Boys by Amy Brooks (2020)

 

Becoming You: 40 Days to Discover God’s Plan (Youth Edition) by Deacon Pat Kearns (2025)

 

Bible for Young Catholics by Anne Eileen Heffernan (1999)

 

Blessed Are the Bored in Spirit: A Young Catholic’s Search for Meaning by Mark Hart (2006)

 

Blessed Carlo Acutis: A Saint in Sneakers by Courtney Mares (2023)

 

Called to Be a Catholic: Essentials of the Catholic Faith for Ages 12-15 by Joe Paprocki (2014)

 

Carlo Acutis: The First Millennial Saint by Nicola Gori (2021) 

 

Catechism of the Catholic Church for Kids and Adolescents: A Clear Explanation of Essential Catholic Doctrine to Help Young Minds Grow in Spirit and Understanding by Beulah M. Hope (2025)

 

Catechism of The Catholic Church for Teens: Empowering Young Minds to Understand Faith, Explore Beliefs, Navigate Life’s Challenges, and Build Strong Values by Fr. Jeremy Trove (2024)

 

Catholic Activity Book for Teens: Word Searches, Cryptograms, Word Scrambles, Sketch Pages by My Catholic Planners and Journals (2021)

 

Catholic and College Bound: 5 Challenges and 5 Opportunities by George Szews (2008)

 

Catholic Bible Study For Teens: A Journey Through Scripture with Prompts and Prayers That Speak to the Real-Life Challenges of Youth Today by Nicole J. Solomon (2025) 

 

Catholic Bible Study Journal for Men by Drawn to Faith by Catholic Art Publishers (2018)

 

Catholic Catechism for Teens: Everything a Catholic Teen Needs to Know in Simple Terms by Thomas Frank (2024)

 

Catholic Catechism Handbook For Teens: A Guide To Spiritual Growth, Youth Empowerment, Beliefs, Traditions, Faith Education And Personal Development For Emerging Youngsters by Mathew House Prints (2024)

 

Catholic and Christian for Young Adults: Questions and Answers About the Faith by Alan Schreck Ph.D. (2007)

 

Catholic Essentials by Michael Amodei (2008)

 

Catholic Saints: A Coloring Journey Through Catholic Icons: Stained Glass Styled Coloring Book For Teens & Adults by The Word Evangelical Ministries (2024)

 

Catholic Saints: A Teenager Coloring Book and Prayer Guide by Denise Hernandez (2025)

 

Catholic Teen’s Guide to Tough Stuff: Straight Talk, Real Issues by Jim Auer (2003)

 

Catholic Workbook for Teens: Complete Catholicism Course, In Simple Terms, With Assessment Activities by Bernard Myles (2025)

 

Catholicism for Teens: Simple Guide to the Catholic Faith, Teachings, Traditions, and Values for Teenagers by Leo Anthony (2025)

 

Come to Mary’s House: Spending Time with Our Blessed Mother by Shawn Chapman (2022)

 

Daily Companion for Young Catholics by Allan F. Wright (2014)

 

Daily Wisdom for Teen Girls by Compiled by Barbour Staff (2020)

 

Did Jesus Have a Last Name? And 199 Other Questions from Catholic Teenagers by Matthew Pinto and Jason Evert (2005)

 

Disorientation: How to Go to College Without Losing Your Mind by Peter Kreeft, Fr. George Rutler, Donna Steichen, Jimmy Akin, Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Robert Spencer, Mark Shea, Eric Metaxas, John Keck, and Elizabeth Scalia (2010)

 

Divorce Happens: Coping When Your Family Changes by Jim Auer (1997)

 

Do I Have to Go? 101 Questions About the Mass, the Eucharist, and Your Spiritual Life by Matthew Pinto and Chris Stefanick (2008)

 

Do I Have to Go to Church by Jim Auer (2001)

 

Don’t Be Afraid to Say Yes to God!: Pope Francis Speaks to Young People with reflections by Fr. Mike Schmitz by Pope Francis and Fr. Mike Schmitz (2018)

 

Elfing by Corinna Turner (2017)

 

Essentials for Catholic Teens by Lewis Dowle (2016)

 

Eucharistic Devotions, With Preparations and Thanksgivings for Young Persons Unconfirmed Or Not Communicating by Eucharistic Devotions (2025)

 

Faith & Kung Fu Series by T.M. Gaouette (2017)

 

Fireside Catholic Youth Bible (NABRE) by Fireside Catholic Publishing (2011) 

 

Follow: Your Lifelong Adventure with Jesus by Katie Prejean McGrady (2018)

 

Foundational Guide to Catholic Catechism for Kids and Adolescents: A Comprehensive Faith Formation Guide to Catholic Beliefs, Practices, and Traditions for Children and Teens by Marie Laurent (2025)

 

Getting High, Feeling Low by Jim Auer (2002)

 

Gifts: Visible & Invisible (Catholic Teen Books Visible & Invisible Anthology Series) by Susan Peek, Katy Huth Jones, Carolyn Astfalk, Theresa Linden, Leslea Wahl, Cynthia T. Toney, T.M. Gaouette, Corinna Turner, Cathy Gilmore (2019)

 

10 Good Reasons to Be a Catholic: A Teenager’s Guide to the Church by Jim Auer (1987)

 

Handbook for Today’s Catholic Teen by Jim Auer (2004)

 

Heaven’s Heroes: The Amazing Lives of Catholic Saints for Teens by Thomas J. Philip (2024)

 

Highway to Heaven: A Spiritual Journey Through the Life of Blessed Carlo Acutis by Ephrem Kunnappally (2020)

 

Holy Goals for Body and Soul by Bishop Thomas John Paprocki with Joe Paprocki (2013)

 

How I Stayed Catholic at Harvard: 40 Tips for Faithful College Students by Aurora Griffin (2016)

 

How to Be a Better Catholic: A Guide for the Regular Guy by Fred Ferraro (2015)

 

How to be Catholic During Your Rebellious Years by Paul How (2021)

 

How to Become a Heroic Catholic: A Guide Defending Catholicism for Teenagers and Young Adults by Catherine Stewart (2014)

 

How to Pray the Rosary for Teens: A Step-by-Step Catholic Guide for Teenagers on Praying the Rosary, Understanding Mysteries, and Growing in Faith, In Accordance With the Catechism of the Church by Mary Joel (2025)

 

I Am Margaret by Corinna Turner (2015)

 

I Choose God: Stories from Young Catholics by Chris Cuddy and Peter Ericksen (2007)

 

John Paul 2 High Series by Christian M. Frank (2008-2014)

 

Lent: One Day at a Time for Catholic Teens by Katie Prejean McGrady (2019) 

 

Letters to a Young Catholic by George Weigel (2015)

 

Life-Changing Love: A Novel about Dating, Courtship, Family, and Faith by Theresa A. Linden (2016)

 

Life Strategies for Catholic Teens: Tough Issues, Straight Talk by Jim Auer (2004)

 

Made for Greatness: A Growth Mindset Journal for Courageous Catholic Youth by Ginny Kochis (2019)

 

Made for Greatness Thrive Edition: Catholic Growth Mindset for Teens by Ginny Kochis (2025)

 

Model of Purity: Powerful Novena to Saint Maria Goretti by Joel Criscito (2025)

 

Moving Forward: Staying Catholic in College by Life Teen, Mark Hart, and Natalie Aleman (2012)

 

My First Love with God in Catechesis: Memories and Teachings by Wladimir Velasco Galeas (2025)

 

My Friend Wants to Die: What Do I Do? by Jim Auer (2007)

 

Novena To Blessed Carlo Acutis with a Brief Biography (Catholic Novena Prayers Series) by Mark Williams (2025)

 

Online with Saints by Micheal Remery (2019)

 

Our Lady of Fatima For Youth – Book One: Ages 13 to 16 by Monica Lopes (2025) 

 

Particles of Faith: A Catholic Guide to Navigating Science (Student Edition) by Stacy A. Trasancos (2019)

 

Pope Culture: Fun Facts, Scandals & Mini Bios of Every Pope in History by Pamela Pettfeather (2025)

 

Pray the Rosary with Blessed Carlo Acutis: A Guided Meditation: The Shortest Ladder to Heaven by Gwen Wiseman and Mgr. Anthony Figueiredo (2022)

 

Preparation for Death: Considerations on Eternal Truths by St. Alphonsus Liguori (2013)

 

Prove It! Catholic Teen Bible by Amy Wellborn (2011)

 

Prove It! Church by Amy Welborn M.A. (2001)

 

Pure Faith: A Prayer Book for Teens by Jason Evert (2009)

 

Radiant: A Catholic Girl’s Journey Through Beauty, Identity, and the Feminine Soul in Light of Edith Stein and Theology of the Body by Anna Vianey Santoscoy (2025)

 

Radiant: His Light, Your Life for Teen Girls and Young Women by Priscilla Shirer (2019)

 

Radiate: More Stories of Daring Teen Saints by Colleen Swaim (2012)

 

Real Life Faith: Bible Companions for Catholic Teens by Mary Sperry (2014)

 

Rightfully Ours by Carolyn Astfalk (2017)

 

Road Signs for Catholic Teens by Jennessa Terraccino (2019)

 

Safe Fasting for Teens by Jim Auer (2008)

 

Saint Cloud of Gaul, The Prince Who Traded Kingdoms by Susan Peek (2021)

 

Saint Magnus, The Last Viking (God’s Forgotten Friends) by Susan Peek (2015)

 

30 Saints Under 30: Lives of Holiness, Courage and Faith (BookFlix) by Fernando Ors (2025)

 

Secrets: Visible & Invisible (Catholic Teen Books Visible & Invisible Anthology Series) by Corinna Turner, Cynthia T. Toney, Theresa Linden, Susan Peek, T.M. Gaouette, Carolyn Astfalk, Leslea Wahl (2018)

 

Sex and the Teenager: Choices and Decisions by Kieran Sawyer and Ave Maria Press (2008)

 

Shadow in the Dark by Antony Barone Kolenc (2020)

 

Shadows: Visible & Invisible (Catholic Teen Books Visible & Invisible Anthology Series) by Leslea Wahl, Carolyn Astfalk, Corinna Turner, Antony B. Jolene, Theresa Linden, Marie C. Keiser, T.M. Gaouette (2024)

 

Standing Strong: A West Brothers Story by Theresa Linden (2017)

 

Teen Prayers by Teens by Judith H. Cozzens (2005)

 

Ten Tough Issues for Teenagers by Jim Auer (1998)

 

Ten Ways to Meet God: A Spirituality for Teens by Jim Auer (1989)

 

Thank You Lord for This Day: Catholic Gratitude Journal for Women and Teen Girls by My Catholic Planners and Journals (2020)

 

The Anxiety Workbook for Catholic Teens: Scripture-Based Strategies and Therapeutic Exercises for Building Emotional Strength and Spiritual Resilience by Sanctum Light Press (2025)

 

The Catholic College Woman’s Daily Prayer Guide: 21 Reflections for Strength and Peace by Deacon John O’Maley (2025)

 

The Catholic Daily Athlete’s Prayer Guide: 21 Reflections for Strength and Peace by Deacon John O’Maley (2025) 

 

The Catholic Girl’s Guide: Counsels and Devotions for Girls in the Ordinary Walks of Life, and in Particular for the Children of Mary by Francis Xavier Lasance (1906)

 

The Catholic Girl’s Survival Guide for the Single Years: The Nuts and Bolts of Staying Sane and Happy While Waiting for Mr. Right by Emily Stimpson (2012)

 

The Catholic Student’s Daily Prayer Guide: 21 Reflections for Strength and Peace by Deacon John O’Maley (2025)

 

The Catholic Teenager’s Daily Prayer Guide: 21 Reflections for Strength and Peace by Deacon John O’Maley (2025)

 

The Christianization of Europe: A History of Missionaries and Monasteries by Rowane Hailey (2025)

 

The Compass Bible for Catholic Teens by Saint Jerome Press (2012)

 

The Crusades Unveiled: How Holy War Reshaped Europe, Islam, From Pope Urban II to Saladin and the Rise of a New World by Rowan Hailey (2025)

 

The Eucharist for Catholic Teens: Learn More for Confirmation by Alicia Joy Fieldman (2024)

 

The History of Papacy: The Story of Popes who shaped the Christian World by Rowane Hailey (2025)

 

The History of the Jesuits: The Legacy of Saint Ignatius and How the Jesuits Changed the Church, Shaped Education, and Touched the World by Rowan Hailey (2025)

 

The Inquisition: A History of Religious Persecution and Power by Rowane Hailey (2025)

 

The King’s Prey: Saint Dymphna of Ireland (God’s Forgotten Friends) by Susan Peek (2017)

 

The Latin Mass and the Youth: Young Catholics Speak About the Mass of Ages by Reyers P. Brusoe (2024)

 

The Outlaws’ Friend: A Story of Blessed Solanus Casey by Susan Peek (2022)

 

The Sacred That Surrounds Us: How Everything in a Catholic Church Points to Heaven by Andrea Zachman (2019)

 

The Screwtape Letters Study Guide for Teens: A Bible Study for Teenagers on the C.S. Lewis Book The Screwtape Letters (CS Lewis Study Series) by Alan Vermilye (2016)

 

The Song at The Scaffold by Gertrude von le Font (2011)

 

The Temperament God Gave You: The Classic Key to Knowing Yourself, Getting Along with Others, and Growing Closer to the Lord by Art Bennett (2005)

 

The Young Man’s Guide: Counsels, Reflections and Prayers for Catholic Young Men by Lisa Bergman (2012)

 

100 Things Every Catholic Teen Should Know by Mark Hart and Todd Lemieux (2015)

 

Treasures: Visible & Invisible (Catholic Teen Books Visible & Invisible Anthology Series) by Theresa Linden, Susan Peek, Antony B. Kolenc, Amanda Lauer, Carolyn Astfalk, Leslea Wahl, T.M. Gaouette, Corinna Turner (2021)

 

You Can Pray! Meditations for Teens by Nora Browne (2013)

 

What Now?: A College Student’s Guide to Continued Catholic Faith by Jennifer Redenius (2017)

 

Why Be Confirmed? by Bishop Michael Evans (2003)

 

Win It All: The Way to Heaven for Catholic Teens by Justin Fatica (2010)

 

World Youth Day: Inspiring Generations by James Kelliher (2013)

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Catholic Books for Grandparents & Godparents
September 20, 2021

Books for Grandparents: 

A Grandparent’s Gift Of Memories: A Pilgrimage with the Saints by Nancy Groves (2014)

Baptized in Christ: A Catholic Study of the Sacrament of Baptism for Godparents & Parents by Fr. James Zatalava (2015)

Bless My Grandchild: A Catholic Prayer Book for Grandparents by Julie Cragon (2020)

Coffee with Nonna: The Best Stories of My Catholic Grandmother by Vincent Iezzi (2002)

Dreams for Your Grandchild: The Hidden Power of a Catholic Grandparent by Allen Hunt (2018)

Generations of Love: Rosary Meditations for Grandparents by Anne M. Belle-Oudry (2013)

Prayerfully Waiting: A Catholic Grandmother’s Prayer Journal by Donna-Marie O’Boyle (2020) 

The Catholic Grandparents Handbook: Creative Ways to Show Love, Share Faith, and Have Fun by Lorene Hanley Duquin (2018)

The Strategic Grandparent – Your Most Important & Fun Role Yet by Michael Shaughnessy (2020) 

We Lift Them Up to the Lord: A Prayerbook for Catholic Grandparents by Lorene Hanley Duquain (2023)

Books for Godparents: 

A Godparent Who Prays: A Journal to Guide You in Praying for Your Godchild by Katie Warner (2017)

Baptized in Christ: A Catholic Study of the Sacrament of Baptism for Godparents and Parents by Fr. James Zatalava (2015)

Becoming a Great Godparent: Everything a Catholic Needs to Know by Paraclete Press (2013)

Catholic Parent Know-How: How to Be a Godparent 

The Gift of Godparents: For Those Chosen with Love and Trust to Be Godparents (Sacramental Preparation) by Senior Lecturer in Economics Tom Sheridan (2003)

The Godparent Book: Ideas and Activities for Godparents and Their Godchildren by Elaine Ramshaw (2007) 

The Godparents’ Handbook by Giles Legood (1997) 

Your Godchild: How to Be a Catholic Godparent by Bairbre Cahill (2009)

Your Godchild: What it Means to be a Catholic Godparent by Redemptorist Pastoral Publication (2010) 

Your Guide to Godparenting by Jim Merhaut (2015)

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New to Catholicism: Video Resources
September 20, 2021

More YouTube Videos under “Catholic Media & Culture”

Stories of Conversion: Converts & Reverts 

Video: A Harvard Professor’s Conversion to Catholicism | Roy Schoeman | Jesus, My Savior (Shalom World, 2019)

Video: A Jain Scientist on a Journey to Catholic Priesthood | Dr. Tapan Daniel | Spotlight (Shalom World, 2021)

Video: An ATHEIST Conversion to the CATHOLIC FAITH (Jon Sorenson) ( Catholic Testimony ) (Song on Fire – Word, 2021)

Video: 5 beginner tips for becoming Catholic! (LizziesAnswers, 2022)

Video: Ex Muslim | Why I Became Catholic (Catholic Minute, Catholic Speaker Ken Yasinski, 2022)

Video: Estelle Nester’s Catholic Conversion- My Side of the Story (Keith Nester, 2021)

Video: 14 Famous Catholic Converts with Inspiring Stories (Keep Your Faith, 2020)

Video: From Buddhist to Jesus and the Catholic Church (Buddhist to Catholic!) (Catholic Truth, 2021)

Video: FROM HINDUISM TO CHRISTIANITY || Catholic Conversion Testimony ( Catholic Testimony, 2017 )

Video: From Islam to Catholicism w/ Ex-Muslim Jacob Imam | Pints with Aquinas Episode #230 

Video: From Jehovah’s Witness to CATHOLIC! (A True Story with Tom Cabeen) (Catholic Truth, 2021)

Video: From Prison to Faith – Mark Wahlberg Motivational & Inspirational Video (The Motivational Sidekick, 2018)

Video: Former Protestant Pastor tells 3 things that kept him from converting to Catholicism for so long (Keith Nester, 2019)

Video: How A Protestant Made Me Catholic (Sean Hussey, 2019)

Video: How THE Protestant Who Made Me Catholic Became a Catholic (Sean Hussey, 2021)

Video: Keith Nester’s Catholic Conversion Story (Keith Nester, 2019)

Video: Kevin’s Story – On Returning to the Catholic Church (Mary Queen of Peace – Sammamish, 2021)

Video: NFL kicker Harrison Butker and his return to the Catholic faith (EWTN, 2019)

Video: Scott Hahn’s Advice to Converts. Must watch! (Keith Nester, 2021)

Video: The Conversion of Dr. Scott Hahn (Pints with Aquinas, 2021)

Video: The Powerful Catholic Conversion Story of Jim Wahlberg | The Catholic Talk Show (The Catholic Talk Show, 2020)

Video: 10 things that MADE ME become Catholic! (LizziesAnswers, 2022)

Video: Why I Became Catholic (Trevor Allee, 2020)

Video: Why I Became Catholic Instead of Orthodox w/ Dr. Scott Hahn (Pints With Aquinas, 2021)

Video: Why I Came Back to The Catholic Church (The Religious Hippie, 2021)

Video: WHY I’M BECOMING CATHOLIC (From an Ex-Protestant) (LizziesAnswers, 2018)

Video: Why this MORMON is now CATHOLIC | with Kayla Richardson (The Catacomb Diaries, 2021)

What Is Catholicism: Basic Beliefs and History

Video: Basics of the Catholic Faith: Episode 05 – Basic Catholic Anthropology (The Fatima Center, 2020)

Video: Basics of the Catholic Faith: Episode 04 – Catholic Dogma on the Soul (The Fatima Center, 2020)

Video: Bishop Barron on Catholics Misunderstanding the Eucharist (Bishop Robert Barron, 2019)

Video: Dogmas & Doctrines of the Catholic Church | Part 1 (Beloved Son, 2020)

Video: Dogmas & Doctrines of the Catholic Church | Part 2 (Beloved Son, 2020)

Video: Dogmas & Doctrines of the Catholic Church | Part 3 (Beloved Son, 2020)

Video: Dogmas & Doctrines of the Catholic Church | Part 4 (Beloved Son, 2020)

Video: Dogmas & Doctrines of the Catholic Church | Part 5 (Beloved Son, 2020)

Video: Explaining the Faith – Catholicism: The Fullness of the Truth (Divine Mercy, 2020)

Video: Fundamentals of Catholic Morality – The Image of God (Mike Brummond, 2015)

Video: Is the Catholic Church Really the One, True Church (Bishop Robert Barron, 2009) 

Video: Priest Debunks Common Catholic Myths (Breaking In The Habit, 2020)

Video: Proof That Catholicism Was The First Christian Church (Chris Bray – All That Catholic Stuff, 2022)

Video: The Catholic Faith Explained Lesson 1 (Anthony J West Channel, 2015)

Video: The Seven Heavenly Virtues of Christianity (LearnOutLoud, 2017)

Video: Understanding the Authority of the Catholic Church (Ascension Presents, 2019)

Video: What’s Catholic? | Catholic Central (Catholic Central, 2021)

Video: What is The Catholic View Of Salvation? (DailyWire+, 2019)

Video: Why Are PROTESTANTS Taught LIES About Catholicism? My Theory (What Laura Likes, 2019)

Catholic vs. Christian: 

Video: Aren’t All Churches the Same? (Ascension Presents, 2016)

Video: Catholics and Protestants: A Case for Friendship (Ascension Presents, 2020)

Video: 4 Essentials for Every Catholic (Ascension Presents, 2020)

Video: Explaining the Faith – Catholic vs. Orthodox: Explaining the Difference (Divine Mercy, 2022)

Video: 8 Reasons Why I Became Catholic and Not “Just Christian” (Catholic Jake, 2021)

Video: The video that no PROTESTANT wants you to see! (Catholic Link, 2009)

Video: What Does it Mean to be Catholic? (Instead of Protestant) (Breaking In The Habit, 2020)

Video: Why Be Catholic and Not Just Christian? (Ascension Presents, 2017)

Video: Why Be Catholic and Not Just Christian? (Defend the Catholic Faith, 2018)

Video: Why be Catholic and not just Christian (Katie Nelms, 2021)

Video: Why Be Catholic, and Not Just Christian! (LizziesAnswers, 2020)

Video: Why Be Catholic and Not Just Christian | The Catholic Gentleman (The Catholic Gentleman, 2022)

Video: Why Be Catholic? | Full Movie | Dr. Ray Guarendi (Vision Video, 2021)

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Video: Family bring out the worst in you (so that God can heal it) (Ascension Presents, 2020)

Video: I Never Wanted to Have Kids (Ascension Presents, 2019)

Video: Why We Don’t Use Contraception in Our Marriage (Ascension Presents, 2019)

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