Catholic Children’s Books Your Child Will Love

Published January 7, 2022

Train up a child in the way he should go; and even when he is old, he will not depart from it. – Proverbs 22:6

If you’re a parent, the above proverb might be very familiar. It’s one of those Bible verses that really hit the nail on the head. 

As you know, children are like sponges. They absorb everything they see and hear. So whatever you teach them today will mold their character. So if you want your child to grow up to be a good Catholic, you need to start teaching them while they’re young. 

But while having them read the Bible may sound like a great way of introducing them to God, it actually isn’t. You see, the Bible has lots of stories and verses that are very difficult to grasp, even for us adults. Imagine what it would be like for children.

For your child to understand and learn from those Bible stories, they need to be presented in a much more understandable way. To help you out, we came up with this list of Catholic children’s books that your child will surely love.

Top Catholic Children’s Books

To give you a great list of books for Catholic children, we’ve scoured the web for recommendations. Here are some of the most recommended books Catholic kids should read:

1. Zacchaeus and Jesus (Flipside Stories)

By: Dandi Daley Mackall

The story of when Zacchaeus met Jesus is one of the most popular ones in the bible. But have you heard the story from both sides of the same coin? Bestselling children’s author Dandi Daley Mackall has come up with an extremely creative way of telling this story. In this flip-book, we can explore both Zacchaeus’ and Jesus’ perspectives of their meeting. It combines humor with adorable illustrations to bring you two books in one.

Check it out here.

2. The Jesus Storybook Bible: Every Story Whispers His Name

By: Sally Lloyd-Jones

This book is a must-have for any child and family to have. It contains 21 stories from the old testament and 23 from the new testament. But unlike most books, it treats these stories as being different parts of the same story. It marvelously strings together all these stories to highlight how Jesus Christ is the savior of all. Author Sally Lloyd-Jones successfully tells the captivating story of Jesus Christ with award-winning illustrations of Jago.

Check it out here.

3. You’re God’s Girl! Coloring Book

By: Wynter Pitts

In this day and age, it’s incredibly important to empower the women in our lives. This book is different from the other ones in that it isn’t much of a storybook. It’s perfect for creative daughters to help build their identities in Christ. The illustrations in this book are beautifully designed with messages made to strengthen a young girl’s image of herself.

Check it out here.

4. Thank You, God, For Loving Me (Max Lucado’s Little Hermie)

By: Max Lucado

Best-selling Christian author Max Lucado has done a fantastic job coming up with Hermie and Wormie. Follow these two caterpillars as they explore and share stories about God’s love for us. With quirky and lovable illustrations, your kids will surely enjoy this storybook. It’s also available in both e-book and board book formats.

Check it out here.

5. Loyola Kids Book of Saints

By: Amy Welborn

Saints are an integral part of the Catholic faith. We see them as normal humans who lived their lives meaningfully that they became heroes. Loyola Kids Book of Saints teaches kids about them in an understandable and meaningful way. This book features the stories of over sixty saints for you and your children to enjoy reading together.

Check it out here.

6. The Beginner’s Bible: Timeless Children Stories

By: Kelley Pulley

This book is a timeless classic for children to start reading the bible. It presents the heroic men and women of the bible with an array of vibrant colors and illustrations. It isn’t a small picture book or a quick read as it’s more than 500 pages long! Your kids will surely have fun growing up with this book and learning about God’s love.

Check it out here.

7. The Mass Book for Children

By: Donna Piscitelli

One of the essential things Catholic children should learn about is the Holy Eucharist. This book introduces the parts of the mass and why everyone should be joining it as a celebration of God’s love. I highly recommend this to start reinforcing the love for attending the Eucharist.

Check it out here.

8. A Little Book About Confession for Children

By: Kendra Tierney

Books about the sacraments are essential to help your kids understand what they are and why we practice them. A Little Book about Confession for Children sheds some light on confession and how to approach it. Most kids, even adults, are overwhelmed when approaching confession. This book tells us why this sacrament is so important and how to prepare for it. It offers a step-by-step guide in preparing for this sacrament of healing.

Check it out here.

9. Will Wilder Series

By: Raymond Arroyo

Now, this one is for our teenagers who absolutely loved Percy Jackson and Harry Potter. This book gives you adventures similar to the dyslexic demigod and the four-eyed wizard. But here’s the catch, Raymond Arroyo masterfully added a Catholic twist to this story! This series will surely have your kids on the edge of their seats following Will Wilder’s exhilarating journey.

Check it out here.

10. I Thank God For This Day (VeggieTales)

By: Phil Vischer

Who doesn’t love the Veggies? Follow the story of Junior Asparagus, Laura Carrot, and the rest of your favorite Veggies as they enjoy a sunny day in the park. This story will teach your kids how to be thankful for God’s beautiful creations and blessings in their lives.

Check it out here.