Category: Social Studies / History
Historical Fiction for Teens
Waiting With Elmer by Deanna Klingel Review: I’ve read several stories by this author and have always enjoyed them, so when I came across this…
Pro-Life Citizenship for High School Students
The Culture of Life Studies Program offers a Pro-Life Citizenship Curriculum for High School Students Should a Catholic vote for a candidate who supports abortion…
Christ the King Lord of History: The Continuing Story
Anne Carroll and Belinda Terro Mooney have recently put out a companion edition, Christ the King Lord of History, The Continuing Story, which covers the modern era.
Heartwarming Tale: Moon Over Manifest
This Newbery Medal winning novel is a delightful, engaging story. Set during the depression in a small Kansas town, this redemptive tale features a unique cast of characters, witty dialogue, and a young feisty heroine.
Learn How to Make History Come Alive
If you struggle with teaching history or are simply looking for some new techniques to help make your children’s experience of history a better one, The Catholic Educator’s Guide to Teaching History is worth reading.
Popes, Emperors, and Elephants
Popes, Emperors, and Elephants is a fun, interesting read, sure to pique the interest of even those who don’t relish studying history.
Pro-Life Novel for Older Teens
Close to the Soul, a debut novel by Mary Jo Thayer set in the 1950s and 60s portrays a young woman who, with God’s help,…
The Singer and the Sailor
Therese Boucher provides a poignant portrait of early 20th century life for Catholic French-Canadian immigrants in central Massachusetts in The Singer and the Sailor.
Mary and the 50 States
Mary and the 50 States is a beautiful picture book by Brenda and George Nippert. For the 200th birthday of America in 1976, a litany…