Introducing Catholic Social Teaching to Children with Stories and Activities: Through Stories and Activities

by Neuberger, Anne E.

• ISBN13: 9781585952229
• ISBN10: 1585952222
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-08-01
• Publisher: Twenty Third Pubns

Summary

This book helps youngsters think, feel, and act with justice--using a format that is informative and engaging, Creative activities help them apply what they've learned in enjoyable, concrete ways. The author offers a wealth of resources for more material and activities.

Author Biography

Anne E. Neuberger is a freelance writer and former teacher who lives in Minnesota with her four children. She is a regular contributor to Religion Teacher's Journal

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. 1
Exploring Jesus' Teachings: Stories of Saints Who Lived the Beatitudes	p. 5
Katharine Drexel	p. 7
Peter Claver	p. 10
Zita	p. 13
Nicholas of Myra	p. 15
Bathildis	p. 17
Joseph of Cupertino	p. 19
Catherine of Siena	p. 21
Paul Miki and Companions	p. 24
Exploring the Wisdom of Vatican II Teachings: Stories of Neighbors in The Modern World	p. 27
Anastazja Learns How to Be a Neighbor: A Story from Albania	p. 30
Furaha's Lesson: A Story from Tanzania	p. 34
Ramir's Christmas Message: A Story from the Philippines	p. 38
Focusing on Others: A Story from the United States, India, South Korea, the Philippines, Guatemala, and Bolivia	p. 41
Hope for Juan: A Story from Guatemala	p. 45
Living With Hunger: A Story from the United States	p. 49
Their Sorrows and Joys Are Ours: A Story from Tanzania, Mexico, Honduras, and Uganda	p. 53
Exploring the Principles of Catholic Social Teaching: Stories of People Who Act Justly	p. 57
Operation: New Homes for Orphans: A Story of the Holt Family	p. 59
A Truly Royal Family: A Story of Margaret and Malcolm of Scotland	p. 63
An Artist with a Mission: A Story of Kathe Schmidt Kollwitz	p. 66
Children Freeing Children: A Story of Craig Kielburger	p. 69
Cesar's Strike for Justice: A Story of Cesar Chavez	p. 72
Message of Silent Spring: A Story of Rachel Carson	p. 76
We Are One Family: A Story of Children in Today's World	p. 79
Resources for Action	p. 83
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