Description
Book SynopsisWhat is a saint and how do you become one?
Who are the most well-known saints and why are they important?
This fascinating book answers these questions and tells the remarkable life stories of over 25 saints from around the world, including Saint Francis of Assisi, Saint Patrick, Saint George, Saint Joan of Arc, Saint Christopher and Saint Bernadette.
Find out about Saint George, the patron of England who never set foot in Britain; and Saint Joan of Arc, a 15-year-old girl who led the French army to victory.
Filled with historical information on the lives of saints, this is a perfect title to support religious education. It includes the most famous Catholic saints as well as more minor saints from around the world, plus details on feast days, patron saints and the process of becoming a saint.
An engaging layout and colourful images make The Book of Saints ideal for children aged 9-11 who are learning about religion.
Trade ReviewThis book tells the remarkable life stories of over 25 saints from around the world. The information puts the saints clearly in their historical and geographical context, encouraging children to think about the world. * Parents In Touch *
This fascinating book is packed full of interesting and often little-known information about some of our best known saints. -- Julia Etheridge * The School Librarian *
Table of Contents
- 1: What is a saint?
- 2: How to become a saint
- 3: Saint Andrew
- 4: Saint Ansgar
- 5: Saint Bernadette
- 6: Saint Brigid of Kildare
- 7: Saint Catherine of Alexandria
- 8: Saint Christopher
- 9: Saint David
- 10: Saint Francis of Assisi
- 11: Saint Francis Xavier
- 12: Saint George
- 14: Saint Joan of Arc
- 15: Saint John the Baptist
- 17: Saint Jude
- 18: Saints Matthew, Mark, Luke and John
- 19: Saint Michael
- 20: Saint Patrick
- 21: Saint Paul
- 22: Saint Peter
- 23: Saint Stephen
- 24: Saint Theresa of Ávila
- 25: Minor Saints
