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Make it Multi-sensory! Support Article for Catechists

Engage all learners in your Catholic Religion Education class or family by making your lessons multi-sensory. Educational research has shown that teaching approaches that...

Springtime Family Activities to Celebrate God's Creations

Spring is a wonderful season to engage families as the Church rejoices in the new life of Christ during the Easter season. Encourage family members to connect with each...

Teaching Catholic Kids to Sing Alleluia

During the Easter season, the Church sings the song of “Alleluia,” meaning “Praise God!” Teach children the meaning of the word Alleluia as they compose a song to celebrate...

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Easter Prayer Service

Are you looking for a great way to celebrate the Easter season with your students? Download a seasonal prayer service to help introduce Easter to the students you teach. The...

Celebrate the Feast Day of Saint Joseph with a Printable Activity

The Church celebrates the Feast Day of Saint Joseph on March 19. Joseph was the husband of Mary and the foster father of Jesus. Joseph worked as a carpenter in the town of...

5 Tips for Preparing Students for First Penance and First Communion eBook

As immediate preparation programs for the Sacraments of First Eucharist and First Penance get underway, find extra preparation inspiration in this eBook. Designed for...

Valentine’s Day Activity for Catholic Kids

Valentine’s Day is an opportunity to let the people we love know how much we care. Download a primary activity in which children explore poetry and design valentines for...

Virtues & Values Concentration Game

Engage students as they learn about virtues and values! A special Virtues and Values Concentration Game invites students to illustrate what virtue or value look like in...

Epiphany Prayer Service

One of the feasts we celebrate during the Christmas season is the Feast of the Epiphany. Epiphany is celebrated on the Second Sunday after Christmas. During this feast, we...

Praying with Mary Prayer Card

On January 1, the Church celebrates the Feast Day of Mary, Mother of God. Mary is the greatest of all the saints. We pray special prayers to honor Mary.

Holy Family Prayer Service

On Sunday, December 29, the Church celebrates the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. Take the opportunity to reflect with children about the love the Holy...

Printable Christmas Activity

As students learn about the Christmas season, offer an opportunity for them to demonstrate their knowledge with a printable acrostic activity. Download the printable activity...

Christmas Story Figures Activity for Families

Before class, make play clay using the recipe on the printable worksheet. Give each child clay and ask him or her to mold an animal that could be added to the Christmas...

Saint Juan Diego Activity

On December 9, the Church celebrates the Feast Day of Saint Juan Diego. Download a primary activity to share with children on the Feast Day of Saint Juan Diego.

Staying Connected with Parents eBook

Parents are your partners in your student’s catechesis. Keeping in touch with and communicating effectively with parents throughout your Religious Education program or class...

Advent Adventure Activity

Celebrate the season of Advent with a symbolic journey on the “Road to Holiness.” Find four weeks worth of prayers to pray and mini travel guides for students in a...

Developing a Liturgical Sense in Children Support Article

Enrich the catechesis of children by forming them in the liturgical life of the Church. A helpful Support Article entitled Developing a Liturgical Sense in Children includes...

Celebrate the Saints Dance Printable Activity

Engage the musical, interpersonal, and bodily-kinesthetic learners in your early childhood or primary classrooms with a song and dance activity to celebrate the saints....

All Souls’ Day Prayer Service

All Souls’ Day is a feast celebrated on November 2nd. On All Souls’ Day, we remember and pray for those who have died. Download a prayer service to use to commemorate All...

Prayer for Peace

When the news is filled with stories of war and violence, children and adults alike may feel overwhelmed and helpless. Download and share a prayer card with this peace...

Catechist Development Article: Helping Children and Families to Pray

Enrich the catechesis of children by encouraging family prayer. A helpful Catechist Development article entitled Prayer: Helping Children and Families to Pray includes...

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