Art 1 for Young Catholics, published by Seton Press, provides crafts that revolve around the liturgical year. It has helped enrich how we celebrate the faith in our home. Some of the projects we have enjoyed making are: a Presentation of Jesus shadowbox, a Last SupperDisplay, a stand-up Guardian Angel and Jesus in the Tabernacle.
Art 3 for Young Catholics, published by Seton Press, contains 28 projects using various mediums (foam, clay, paint and paper) and a small section on Art Appreciation. In order to guarantee that we do all of the projects I purchased the necessary materials from JoAnns and placed them in a tub marked Art 3. Thus far, Catherine has made a mask, a frame, flowers and a rubber stamp. Some of the finished products would make nice gifts for relatives.
Feltcraft: Making Dolls, Gifts and Toys, by Petra Berger, Floris Books.
As the title suggests, this book shows how to make delightful felt crafts. (Mary L. 4/03)
Feltcraft: Making Dolls, Gifts and Toys, by Petra Berger, Floris Books.
As the title suggests, this book shows how to make delightful felt crafts. (Mary L. 4/03)
Lingua Angelica, by Cheryl Lowe, Memoria Press.
Christian Latin Reading Course. Learn Latin through the study of traditional Latin hymns, liturgy and prayers. The program comes with a beautifully recorded CD that can be used to teach your children to sing Latin hymns/liturgy and recite prayers in Latin. (Peggy Gh. 2/03)
From Sea to Shining Sea: The Story of America (5th grade) and All Ye Lands: World Cultures and Geography (6th grade) written by the Catholic Schools Textbook Project and published by Ignatius Press are excellent Catholic history textbooks. There will eventually be ten books in this history/social studies series. Please keep the writers and supporters in your prayers. For more information, call (805) 987-9033, visit www.catholictextbookproject.com, or write:
Catholic Schools Textbook Project
2131 Via Tomas
Camarillo, CA 93010-2240 (Peggy Ga. 12/03)
How Our Nation Began, Lepanto Press, Our Lady of Victory School.
Enjoyable U.S. History text and workbook written from a Catholic perspective for third graders. (Carol T. 4/03)
Reading Your Way Through History.
This site contains book, video, and website recommendations arranged in historical order. The recommendations can complement any history study. The site is still under construction. (Christine B. 4/03)
A Timeline of Saint Books for Children
This timeline provides both a chronological and geographical list of Saint Books.
Videos by Schlessinger Media.Catholic Schools Textbook Project
2131 Via Tomas
Camarillo, CA 93010-2240 (Peggy Ga. 12/03)
How Our Nation Began, Lepanto Press, Our Lady of Victory School.
Enjoyable U.S. History text and workbook written from a Catholic perspective for third graders. (Carol T. 4/03)
Reading Your Way Through History.
This site contains book, video, and website recommendations arranged in historical order. The recommendations can complement any history study. The site is still under construction. (Christine B. 4/03)
A Timeline of Saint Books for Children
This timeline provides both a chronological and geographical list of Saint Books.
Series include American History for Children, Colonial Life for Children, Ancient Civilizations for Children, Life in the Middle Ages, and more. Each series contains a number of videos. The videos are designed for children in various grades. Some of these videos may contain a secular bias. (Carol T. 4/03)
LANGUAGE ARTS
Stories with a View: Narrative Inspirations, published by Hillside Education is a wonderful supplement to any writing program. It uses poetry and paintings to inspire 3rd and 4th grade children to think creatively and enjoy writing. Peggy G. and Christine highly recommend this title.Addition Songs, Audio Memory.
Counting and addition facts are set to catchy tunes to aid memorization. (Christine B. 4/03)
Catholic Math Activities, by Mary Ann Grobbel, M.D., with Christine Roth, Shelly Lembke, et al, Catholic Heritage Curricula.
Contains a variety of Math games that reinforce concepts learned. Ideal for summer usage. (Peggy Gh. 4/03)
Hundreds Board can be used for number recognition, counting, addition, and subtraction.
Pythagoras Board aids the child in learning multiplication and seeing the patterns of multiplication.
Quarter Mile Math provides an easy means of practicing Math skills. This educational software title is available through the library system, so it can be previewed prior to making a purchase.
Sir Cumference Math Adventure books provide children with an interesting means of learning mathematical concepts.
Subtraction Songs, Audio Memory.
Catchy tunes to reinforce the memorization of Subtraction facts. (Christine B. 4/03)
Five in a Row, by Jane Claire Lambert.
A step-by-step, instructional guide that uses outstanding children's literature. (Donna B. 11/01)
Primary Phonics, by Barbara W. Makar, Educators Publishing Service, Mac and Tab, etc., available from Our Father’s House.
RELIGION
These are excellent early readers. (Peggy Gh. 11/01)
The Didache high school religion series is available (or at least the first two books are available). One of them is written by Scott Hahn. Colleen Kelly Mast from "The Doctor is In" says they are great. You can learn more at www.didacheseries.com or by calling 1-866-478-3987 to order. They are put out by Catholic Formation Materials. (Peggy Ga. 12/03)
EWTN Kids: EWTN has provided a wonderful means of reinforcing the teachings and traditions of the Church with this fun and interactive web site for children. (Christine B. 5/03)
Glory Stories provide a wonderful opportunity for children and their parents to learn more about the saints. We enjoy listening to them as we drive in the car or on Sacred Heart Radio on Saturday mornings at8:30 . The CDs, coloring books and prayer cards are available at www.glorystories.net
By purchasing these CDs you can help your family learn more about their Catholic Faith, while at the same time supporting Catholic education and missionary activities throughout the world. (Christine B. 10/05)
My Path to Heaven, by Rev. Geoffrey Bliss, S.J.; Sophia Institute Press.
Traditional St. Ignatius Retreat adapted for children ages 9 to 12. (Ginny G. 1/02)
SCIENCE
Earthy Tunes: Nature Songs for Children Ages 3-11, by Mary Miché.
I use these songs to reinforce Science lessons on plants, etc. Available on CD or cassette. (Christine B. 4/03)
Easy as 1, 2, 3: Catholic Overview of Science, Catholic Heritage Curricula.
Provides an overview of the “foundational science topics” with suggestions for books, activities, and experiments. (Peggy Gh. 4/03)
www.froguts.com Students or parents can virtually dissect a frog on this site. (Christine B.)
Robert Krampf: The Happy Scientist offers weekly Science experiments via e-mail and Science experiment videos for free. Visit the link to see what the Happy Scientist offers and don't miss his Science Videos.
MISCELLANEOUS
Catholic Heritage Curricula’s Lesson Plans for Kindergarten are gentle and effective. They include some good ideas to enrich any curriculum. (Peggy Gh. 4/03)
Earobics, Cognitive Concepts. Although this computer program was designed as a reading readiness tool, it can also benefit children with speech impediments. The “games” reinforce letter sounds, rhyming words, and listening skills. The program is not flashy, but it is educational. Step 1 is appropriate for children in Pre-Kindergarten to First Grade. Step 2 (I have not used this one) is appropriate for First Grade and up. (Christine B. 4/03)
Geosafari, Educational Insights.
An electronic game that provides a great means of reinforcing lessons from Art to Science. (Alice H. 4/03)
Glory Stories provide a wonderful opportunity for children and their parents to learn more about the saints. We enjoy listening to them as we drive in the car or on Sacred Heart Radio on Saturday mornings at
By purchasing these CDs you can help your family learn more about their Catholic Faith, while at the same time supporting Catholic education and missionary activities throughout the world. (Christine B. 10/05)
My Path to Heaven, by Rev. Geoffrey Bliss, S.J.; Sophia Institute Press.
Traditional St. Ignatius Retreat adapted for children ages 9 to 12. (Ginny G. 1/02)
Saint Nicholas Center is a delightful website that provides ideas from around the world for celebrating the feast of St. Nicholas on December 6. There are a variety of recipes, crafts, games, coloring pages, pictures, songs and stories that my family and I have enjoyed using. (Christine B. 12/03)
A Year With God - Celebrate the Saints Throughout the Year - published by Catholic Heritage Curricula.
Gives lots of ideas on how to bring the Saints alive in the hearts of your children - includes crafts, projects, games, costume ideas, creative writing ideas, saint pictorials and All Saint's Day activities. (Peggy Gh. 2/03)
Gives lots of ideas on how to bring the Saints alive in the hearts of your children - includes crafts, projects, games, costume ideas, creative writing ideas, saint pictorials and All Saint's Day activities. (Peggy Gh. 2/03)
Earthy Tunes: Nature Songs for Children Ages 3-11, by Mary Miché.
I use these songs to reinforce Science lessons on plants, etc. Available on CD or cassette. (Christine B. 4/03)
Easy as 1, 2, 3: Catholic Overview of Science, Catholic Heritage Curricula.
Provides an overview of the “foundational science topics” with suggestions for books, activities, and experiments. (Peggy Gh. 4/03)
www.froguts.com Students or parents can virtually dissect a frog on this site. (Christine B.)
Robert Krampf: The Happy Scientist offers weekly Science experiments via e-mail and Science experiment videos for free. Visit the link to see what the Happy Scientist offers and don't miss his Science Videos.
Catholic Heritage Curricula’s Lesson Plans for Kindergarten are gentle and effective. They include some good ideas to enrich any curriculum. (Peggy Gh. 4/03)
Earobics, Cognitive Concepts. Although this computer program was designed as a reading readiness tool, it can also benefit children with speech impediments. The “games” reinforce letter sounds, rhyming words, and listening skills. The program is not flashy, but it is educational. Step 1 is appropriate for children in Pre-Kindergarten to First Grade. Step 2 (I have not used this one) is appropriate for First Grade and up. (Christine B. 4/03)
Geosafari, Educational Insights.
An electronic game that provides a great means of reinforcing lessons from Art to Science. (Alice H. 4/03)
Remember that education is a matter of the heart. Let us use all means to become master of that fortress which locks itself off from all severity and harshness. Let us make ourselves loved, and we shall see hearts open to us with surprising ease.
~ John Bosco ~
~ John Bosco ~
