Children's Paulist Press - Books - Children's Books
←
→
Page content transcription
If your browser does not render page correctly, please read the page content below
DEAR BOOKSELLER, CONTENTS LIBRARIAN, PARENT/FAMILY/ New Books ............................................. 3-5 FRIEND, Christmas Books .................................... 6-7 Paulist Press is pleased to present our 2021-2022 Electronic Children’s Catalog. Diversity, Inclusion, Tolerance ............... 8-9 Our electronic catalog features new, Prayer ................................................. 10-12 recently published, and bestselling books for children of all ages. Each book’s descriptive Bible Stories ....................................... 13-14 presentation recommends an appropriate Storytelling......................................... 15-18 age range. Biography ........................................... 19-23 Oftentimes, children’s books make meaningful gifts and set the stage for a Faith Formation.................................. 24-26 lifetime of reading. Paulist Press picture/ illustrated books tell compelling stories that All Things Catholic .................................. 27 captivate a child and introduce him or her Activity Books .................................... 28-29 to a love of reading. We believe many of our books tell much of the story through their Go to www.paulistpress.com to LOOK INSIDE find the “Look Inside” feature. enchanting and unique artwork. Children’s books, no matter how simple or complex, offer a sense of joy and education. Stories teach friendship, love, values, emotions, self- worth, diversity, the Bible, seasons, and faith. New Books Please note, we have established links to a “look inside” the book feature for several of pg. 3 our new and favorite titles. Please enjoy this feature and please feel free to browse our entire catalog. It is our hope that you will find that our selection of children’s books meets much of the criteria you desire. Wishing you a joyful fall and holiday season! pg. 5 The Staff at Paulist Press
NEW BOOKS 3 LOOK INSIDE Ages 3-8 Little Owl in the Big City Written by Marcia Mogelonsky illustrated by Jill Alexander Little Owl in the Big City is based on the true story of a Northern Saw-Whet owl found in the boughs of the Christmas tree at Rocke- feller Center. The tree came from Oneonta, New York, 175 miles away. After being cared for at a wildlife center, the owl was released in a conifer forest in Upstate New York. This story will capture the imagination of youngsters. 6800-2 HC 40 pp. $19.95 LOOK CAT in the INSIDE Cathedral C. M. Millen illustrated by Brian Gallagher CAT is sad and lonely until he finds the best place of all to belong, a place with his name on it: CATHEDRAL. And he learns he isn’t the least bit alone in belonging Ages there. 7-10 6799-9 HC 32 pp. $16.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
4 NEW BOOKS New Graphic Novel LOOK INSIDE “Saint Pierre” of New York Ages From Slave to Businessman 8-12 Written and Illustrated by Laetitia Zink An exquisitely illustrated graphic novel that tells how Pierre went from being a house slave to being an independent businessman, a hairdresser to wealthy socialites in New York City—to having a cause for sainthood, for his faith, prayer, and loving service to others. 6797-5 PB 64 pp. $16.95 Pepita, the Girl Who Needed to Fly Ages Gracia Iglesias 4-7 illustrated by David Sierra LIstón An engaging story about a little girl who not only enjoys sailing through the air; she cannot stop herself from flying. The attempts of her well-meaning family fail as well, for they discover this is who Pepita is, and if she does not fly, she will simply disappear. Pepita teach- es young children that each LOOK INSIDE person needs to be given the freedom to be their true self. 6795-1 HC 40 pp. $17.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
NEW BOOKS 5 LOOK INSIDE Ages 7-10 How Grandfather Tree Forgot His Stories Lorenza Farina When the great storyteller Grandfather Tree forgets his stories one long, cold winter, the young trees bloom with words and stories in the springtime. In a beautiful turn of events, they care for Grandfather Tree by telling back to him the stories he gave to them. 6796-8 HC 32 pp. $17.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
6 CHRISTMAS BOOKS A Christmas Miracle Annette Langen Three unlikely creatures, a fox, a porcupine, and a rabbit, follow the star to the nativity, where they realize the im- portance of cooperation and staying together. 6788-3 HC 32 pp. $16.95 Ages 5-10 Ages 3-8 Noel An Unforgettable Night! Claire Dumont A charming children's book that reimagines the familiar story of Jesus's birth as if it occurred in the snowy Cana- dian Arctic, among the Inuit people. 6780-7 HC 32 pp. $14.95 Miracle of the Poinsettia (Milagro de la Flor de Nochebuena) A Retelling by Brian Cavanaugh, TOR, with Spanish translation by Carmen Lopez-Platek l ngua A bilingual presentation of the Mexican legend of the poin- settia. A small girl is saddened that she has no gift to give Bili the Christ Child at the Christmas Eve procession, gathers up weeds, and finds them to be miraculously topped with glori- ous red flowers. Full-color illustrations. Ages 6779-1 PB 32 pp. $12.95 4 & up Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
CHRISTMAS BOOKS 7 Ages Stations of the Nativity 7-12 Lawrence Boadt 6778-4 PB 32 pp. $10.95 A meditation on fourteen well-known incidents surrounding the birth of Christ, from the Annunciation to the Magi. Each station is illustrated in full color and includes a brief scripture passage, a reflection, lesson, prayer, and psalm verse. The Friendly Beasts Ages A Medieval French Carol 3-8 Adapted and illustrated by Jan Burlingham In this illustrated version of the medieval French carol “The Friendly Beasts,” the animals in the humble stable surrounding the baby Jesus describe the various and very personal gifts they each give to him. 6742-5 HC 28 pp. $14.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
8 DIVERSITY, INCLUSION, TOLERANCE Ages 8-12 Brown Girl Magic Dalilla Hermans Noon gets home from school sad and angry. Someone made fun of her dark skin and wild curls. He told her she should leave. But Noon doesn't want to leave. And she shouldn't, because Noon 6794-4 HC 32 pp. $15.95 is perfectly fine the way she is. In fact, she's MAGICAL. LOOK INSIDE Ages 10 & up An African Gospel Blasphemy: speaking insultingly about God. This was a very serious crime in Jesus’s day. 6793-7 PB Bénédite de la Roncière 37 144 pp. $19.95 Discover the major episodes in the life of Jesus as depicted with the native people and landscapes of the Mafa region of Northern Cameroon. 3 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
DIVERSITY, INCLUSION, TOLERANCE 9 What if the Zebras Lost Their Stripes? John Reitano Using humor, easy-to-read rhyme, and bold pictures, this hard cover book examines issues of racial and Ages ethnic diversity. It inspires children to explore their 3 & up own identities and extend compassion toward all. Full-color illustrations. 6649-6 HC 32 pp. $17.95 My God, Your God, Our God Franz Hübner; illustrated by Giuliano Ferri A poetic book encouraging peace and tolerance that describes the search for the “right” God among three friends of different religions. Ages 8-12 6789-0 HC 32 pp. $16.95 God, Yahweh, Allah Katia Mrowiec, Michel Kubler, & Antoine Sfeir Questions, both simple and com- plex, posed by young people on three great religions: Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. These ques- tions will help in understanding one’s own religion as well as learning about others. Ages 6771-5 HC 192 pp. $19.95 8 & up Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
10 PRAYER Ages The Prayer of St. Francis 4-8 Francis of Assisi Warm, whimsical illustrations that will make readers smile accompany this beloved prayer that is a favorite of all ages. Includes a brief biography of the saint. 6767-8 HC 40 pp. $12.95 Our Father is the strongest of all, but he never smashes anything. Our Father is very patient and guides everything and everyone with gentle care – even the littlest ones. Ages Our Father Is… 3 & up Maria Luisa Eguez A modern spin on who Our Father really is, depicting him as painter, architect, farmer, and caretaker of all and everyone. 6776-0 HC 28 pp. $14.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
PRAYER 11 Ages Ages 3 & up 8 & up For the third time, David sings his song. And again it sounds different: Ages 2-7 Hail Mary Hail Mary, The/ The First Good Shepherd Explained by Ermes Ronchi Lord’s Prayer, The Martina Steinkühler A beautiful appreciation of this illustrated by Vicki Pastore Bénédicte Jeancourt-Galignani, et al beloved, well-known prayer, Beautifully illustrated, this re- With Psalm 23, this cheerfully phrase by phrase, accompanied verse book has the Hail Mary on illustrated picture book tells the by prayerful commentary that one side and the Our Father on story of David and his sheep so adults as well as children will the other. Full-color illustrations. simply that even the youngest appreciate. Contains charming, 6704-2 PB 32 pp. $9.95 child can understand: God is full-color illustrations. good, he is always with us, we need not fear. 6768-5 HC 40 pp. $12.95 6774-6 HC 28 pp. $12.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
12 PRAYER Ages Ages Ages 5-8 2-5 5-8 Children’s Book of The Apostles’ Creed My Bedtime Angel Classic Catholic Prayers illustrated by Vicki Pastore Cat Darens edited by Robert F. Morneau This illustrated version of the A reassuring child’s prayer that Creed breaks down each phrase when it is time to turn out the Over twenty of the best-loved into simple bold images that can lights and be tucked in, God’s prayers of the Catholic tradition be grasped by young children. love provides warmth and safety are given fresh, contemporary 6738-8 PB 32 pp. $7.95 through the night. meaning with all-new pictures. 6745-6 Board Book 18 pp. $18 6666-6 PB 32 pp. $6.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
BIBLE STORIES 13 Child’s Bible Rosa Mediani With expressive illustra- tions, this Bible recounts the most well-known stories, plus those that are lesser known, all of which show the unwavering love of God for his people. 6791-3 PB 232 pp. $16.95 Ages LOOK INSIDE 3-10 Ages 5-9 The Most Beautiful Images from the Bible Sharing the Stories with Children Katia Mrowiec A collection of twenty exquisitely illustrated scenes from the Bible, both Old and New Testament, accompa- nied by a meditation that explains what is happening in the scene, along with the Bible verse that inspired it. 6766-1 HC 48 pp. $19.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
14 BIBLE STORIES Ages Ages 5-8 Ages 10 & up 3-5 The Look and See The Parables of Jesus Bible My Time with God Bénédicte Jeancourt-Galignani, 31 Bedtime Stories and Prayers Sally Ann Wright et al Cecilie Fodor Children’s Bible stories beauti- A series of parables told by Je- Divided between stories from fully illustrated and told with sus, written in a style that the Old and New Testament, a look-and-find activity at the children will relate to. Along My Time with God contains end of each. with being inspired, they will thirty-one retold Bible stories, be surprised, amazed, even 6735-2 HC 96 pp. $12.95 along with prayers to accom- angered, and then reassured pany each story. This board by reading all these stories that book has a unique handle will speak to them, in their attached to the book, which Jesus went up on a mountain, and when own way, of God and his love. he sat down, makes it fun for children. his disciples came to him. Here’s what6781-4 he said onHC 64 pp. that day… $19.95 6790-6 Board Book 68 pp. $11.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com 59
STORYTELLING 15 Family Values Emotions/Feelings Ages Ages Ages 6-8 9 & up 9 & up Home Is Where My A Child’s Book of A Child’s Book of Heart Lives Values Emotions Heidi Howarth Classic Stories from Around the Esteve Pujol i Pons and Rafel World; Interactive Edition Bisquerra Alzina A charming tale about being different from everyone else Esteve Pujol i Pons A collection of classic tales from and finding a place where you A collection of stories from around the world, each one can belong. A life lesson that different cultures around the exploring a different emotion. children can understand. world, each story illustrating a The emotions are universal and 6787-6 HC 36 pp. $10.95 different virtue. Interactive edi- part of the human condition, tion. Download the free app to no matter what age. see action, pictures, and games 6772-2 HC 112 pp. $19.95 for certain stories. 6782-1 HC 112 pp. $19.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
16 STORYTELLING Self Esteem When it is almost time for me to be born, my mama teaches my song to the other women of our village. When I come out of her tummy, the first thing I hear is the other women gathered around my mama, singing my song to me. Ages What Is My Song? 9-12 Dennis Linn, Sheila Fabricant Linn, Matthew Linn Based on a traditional African fable, this is a story of how every child comes into this world knowing his or her song or special purpose in life. 6785-2 PB 32 pp. $17.95 Bullying Bullying Ages 4-8 I Can Speak Bully Kevin Morrison A tool for parents to use in bringing their children on the journey of understanding bullies and how to help them find the friendship and acceptance they are truly looking for. . 6744-9 HC 32 pp. $14.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
STORYTELLING 17 Vocation The Ten Marys: and the Angel Gabriel Aurora Magni illustrated by Francesca Vignaga Ages 4 -10 The angel Gabriel, in the form of a little boy, has been entrusted with the important and honored task of finding a certain woman and announcing to her that she will become the mother of the Son of God. 6764-7 HC 44 pp. $16.95 I go to Mass two times a week! At school, we go to Mass every Wednesday. I have a Mass buddy, Anthony, who shows me when to Vocation stand up and sit down, and what prayers to say. Ages 7-10 He’s older than me, so I just follow along with him. Becket Wants to Be a Priest Matt and Stephanie Regitz A charming children’s book about Becket, a regular little boy who goes to school, plays superhero... and wants to be a priest when he grows up. 6784-5 PB 24 pp. $12.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
18 STORYTELLING Family Forgiveness Inspiration Ages Ages Ageless 3-8 6-8 Small Acts of The Hurt Hope for the Flowers Kindness Teddi Doleski Trina Paulus James Vollbracht A children’s story of a boy Hope’s theme of life, moving This charming, beautifully il- whose feelings get hurt when through seeming death to a lustrated story for children and his friend calls him a name. new and more beautiful life, adults demonstrates how small A simple story with a moral/ has touched the hearts of mil- acts of kindness, in this case a behavioral message. lions of people. More than two boy hugging his mother, can 6551-1 PB 32 pp. $7.95 million copies in print. lead to great acts of love. 0174-2 HC 160 pp. $18.95 6629-1 PB 32 pp. $6.95 1754-1 PB 160 pp. $14.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
BIOGRAPHY 19 Saints Saints Saints Ages Ages Ages 6-9 8 & up 10 & up Saint Brendan and Maximilian Kolbe St. Ignatius of Loyola the Voyage before Saint of Auschwitz In God’s Service Columbus Elaine Murray Stone Peggy A. Sklar Mike McGrew A middle-grade biography of A young adult biography of Maximilian Kolbe, the Polish Ignatius Loyola, together with Based on the Navigatio and priest who offered himself at a simple explanation of the clear modern evidence that Auschwitz in exchange for the Spiritual Exercises. Black and the voyage was real, this book life of a man with two children. white illustrations. captures St. Brendan’s spirit and legacy and his incredible 6637-2 PB 128 pp. $9.95 6688-7 PB 104 pp. $9.95 adventures as he journeyed to America in the sixth century. 6705-0 PB 32 pp. $10.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
20 BIOGRAPHY Saints Saints Saints l ngua Bili Ages Ages Ages 8-12 5-8 4 -8 And God Blessed the The Story of Peter Claver, Patron Irish St. Patrick Saint of Slaves The Story of Patrick James A. Janda (Pedro Claver, santo Patrono de Chris Driscoll los esclavos) Prisoner, slave and saint! Even Tells the story of St. Patrick in a though a lot of people cele- Julia Durango clear and captivating manner. brate the day of the wearing A picture-book biography of St. of the green, few know the Pedro Claver (d. 1654), a Span- A40-1 HC 64 pp. $14.95 actual story of this remarkable ish Jesuit missionary to the New and exciting man. World, who is the patron saint 6623-2 PB 32 pp. $7.95 of slaves. Full-color illustrations. Bilingual. 6697-6 PB 000 pp. $8.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
BIOGRAPHY 21 Saints Saints Saints Ages Ages Ages 4-8 12 & up 12 & up St. Francis in Therese of Lisieux Sister Thea Bowman San Francisco Joan Monahan Do You Hear Me, Church? Jack Wintz, OFM A young adult biography of Peggy A. Sklar Everyone’s favorite saint steps this popular French saint and A young-adult book that ex- out of the world of legend, doctor of the church. plores the life and accomplish- breaks free from his birdbath 6710-7 PB 144 pp. $9.95 ments of this trailblazing Af- pose, and has a wonderful rican American sister (1937– adventure in the vibrant mul- 1990), teacher, and scholar ticultural city of modern-day who made a major contribution San Francisco. Full-color illus- to the ministry of the Catholic trations. Church, bringing a recognition of black culture to the faith. 6684-4 HC 32 pp. $12.95 6792-0 PB 112 pp. $14.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
22 BIOGRAPHY Saints Saints Ages Ages Ages 11 & up 10 & up 8-12 Elizabeth Ann Seton Mother Teresa Abraham Saint for a New Nation A Life of Love Father of Our Faith Julie Walters Elaine Murray Stone Gianfranco Ravasi A fictionalized young adult A warm and comprehensive The story of Abraham lovingly biography of Elizabeth Ann look at the life of this most and engagingly told in detail, Seton (1774-1821), New York famous and recognizable figure embellished with modern and socialite, wife, mother, convert, of our century. stylish illustrations that will ap- and foundress of the American 6651-8 PB 132 pp. $8.95 peal to young readers Sisters of Charity and the first 6775-3 HC 68 pp. $19.95 U.S.-born saint. 6692-5 PB 144 pp. $9.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
BIOGRAPHY 23 Ages Ages Ages 9 & up 6-11 9-11 Dorothy Day He Said Yes The Pope Champion of the Poor The Story of Father The Life of Pope Francis, the Elaine Murray Stone Mychal Judge Holy Father A biography of the extraordi- Kelly Ann Lynch Paul Harrison nary woman who was a great 20th Anniversary The remarkable story of Pope social activist, tireless advocate Francis, the first pope from A true story about the remark- for the poor, and founder of the Americas. Recounts how able life and untimely death the Catholic Worker move- he has become such a popular on 9/11 of Father Mychal ment. and widely celebrated leader, Judge, He Said Yes tells how 6719-0 PB 128 pp. $9.95 highlighting his humility and an ordinary boy from Brook- his concern for the poor. lyn became an extraordinary Franciscan priest and beloved 6773-9 PB 32 pp. $12.95 New York City Fire Department chaplain. 6740-1 HC 32 pp. $12.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
24 FAITH FORMATION Ages Ages Ages 5-9 5-9 5-9 Child’s Guide to the Child’s Guide to Child’s Guide to First Rosary Reconciliation Holy Communion Elizabeth Ficocelli Elizabeth Ficocelli Elizabeth Ficocelli A youngster’s guide to the Ro- A colorful guide for children A beautifully illustrated book sary, with each mystery keyed on receiving the sacrament that is helpful in preparing to scripture to show how the of Reconciliation for the first children for what will hap- Rosary is not centered around time. Describes the purpose pen on that special day when Mary, but leads us, through and procedure of the rite and they meet Jesus in a new way. Mary, to Jesus; includes illustra- helps children approach the Full-color illustrations. tions and full prayers for how sacrament with true comfort 6708-5 HC 32 pp. $10.95 to pray the Rosary. Ages 5 to 9. and a sense of joy. Ages 5-9. 6736-4 HC 32 pp. $10.95 6709-3 HC 32 pp. $10.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
FAITH FORMATION 25 Ages Ages Ages 5-9 5-9 5-9 Guia sobre la Misa Child’s Guide to Child’s Guide to para niños Baptism the Mass (Child’s Guide to the Mass) Sue Stanton Sue Stanton Sue Stanton An easy-to-read, basic overview In a fun and engaging way, this A Spanish translation of this of the sacrament and ritual book guides children through bestselling book that intro- of baptism that enables little the various parts of the Mass so duces children to the various readers not only to understand that they can understand and parts of the Mass so that they what is going on during the appreciate what is going on. can understand and appreciate sacrament, but allows them to Full-color illustrations. what is going on. Full-color be full participants in the ritual. 6682-8 HC 32 pp. $11.95 illustrations. 6728-X HC 32 pp. $10.95 6702-6 HC 32 pp. $9.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
26 FAITH FORMATION Ages Ages Ages 5-9 8-12 5-9 Child’s Guide to the The Imitation of Hooray! I’m Catholic! Seven Sacraments Christ for Children Hana Cole Elizabeth Ficocelli A Guide to Following Jesus A celebration for children of A children’s picture book that Elizabeth Ficocelli what makes being Catholic explains the seven sacraments Following Jesus captures special and wonderful. in an entertaining and informa- the primary teachings of the 6746-3 HC 32 pp. $14.95 tive manner. Each sacrament timeless spiritual classic, The is referenced to its origin in Imitation of Christ, in a man- scripture, and then presented ner children can understand, in a way the child might expe- appreciate, and apply. rience it today. 6733-6 PB 64 pp. $9.95 6723-9 HC 32 pp. $10.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
ALL THINGS CATHOLIC 27 Ages 5 & up A Walk through Our What Does a Priest Do?/ Church What Does a Nun Do? Ages 2-5 written and illustrated by Susan Heyboer O’Keefe Gertrud Mueller Nelson An introduction to priests and nuns for the very young, in an Illustrated with bold and invit- innovative flip book format: priests appear on one side for the ing line drawings, this book first half, then nuns on the other. offers readers a reverent and 6698-4 PB 32 pp. $9.95 educational tour of an empty church, giving names to its furnishings—a lovely experi- ence for children and adults. Full-color illustrations. . 6648-8 HC 64 pp. $14.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
28 ACTIVITY BOOKS Ages Ages Ages 5-9 5-9 5-9 My Catholic Advent My Catholic Lent and Children’s Liturgical and Christmas Activity Easter Activity Book Calendar Activity Book Jennifer Galvin Book Jennifer Galvin A book full of fun activities Donece M. McCleary Mazes, games, and activities that takes kids on a journey An activity book for children for kids built around the Cath- from Ash Wednesday through that engages the whole family olic celebration of Advent and Pentecost. in preparing to celebrate the the Christmas season. 6706-9 PB 32 pp. $9.95 liturgical season of the church 6720-4 PB 32 pp. $9.95 year. Includes a pull-out calen- dar that children can color and display. 6725-5 PB 16 pp. $6.95 Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
ACTIVITY BOOKS 29 Ages Ages 5-12 2-3 My Grieving Journey Peek-a-boo Jesus! Book Loretta Oakes Donna Shavatt and Eve Shavatt A delightful, hands-on book that uses the classic A “hands-on” book filled with game of peek-a-boo to introduce Jesus as a loving suggestions and activities to and permanent companion in our lives. help children ages 5 through 6755-5 Board Book 16 pp. $9.95 12 work through the grieving process to find healing. Peek 6695-X PB 48 pp. $12.95 Inside! Paulist Press Children’s Catalog 2021–2022 www.paulistpress.com
Children’s Books 2021-2022 WWW.PAULISTPRESS.COM 800-218-1903
You can also read