The Church Year for Children

Description Every child knows what is celebrated at Christmas. But what about Pentecost and All Saints' Day? Who were Saint Martin and Saint Nicholas? Why do we dye Easter eggs? With this book, children can actively discover the church year. Starting with Advent, there are child-friendly facts, explanatory illustrations, and creative suggestions on how to organise these special times for each festival and each year. Key Points: Fully illustrated throughout with bright, child-friendly artwork, helping children visualise the feasts and seasons Covers the entire Church year from Advent to Christ the King with simple explanations children can grasp Includes hands-on activities for families, such as making an Advent wreath, baking a St Nicholas figures, dyeing Easter eggs, and crafting decorations Offers clear introductions to major feasts, devotions, and liturgical customs – including vestment colours, Marian devotions in May, Holy Week, and Easter symbols Provides a visual Church-year calendar to show children how the seasons fit together