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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…

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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…

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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,…

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A “Little House” Book for a New Generation

“Prairie Lotus” by Linda Sue Parks is a “Little House” book for a new generation

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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.

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Mary and the 50 States
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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…

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