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115 Saintly Fun Facts

by Bernadette Snyder   |  Ages 6-12
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115 Saintly Fun Facts
115 Saintly Fun Facts

Humorous anecdotes of extraordinary saintly lives.

If you have a young reader with a growing interest in history or religion, "115 Saintly Fun Facts" could be a delightful addition to their library. It presents the lives of saints in a light and accessible way, combining whimsy with inspiration, and proving that the path to sainthood is as diverse as it is remarkable. The book's engaging tales could open up conversations about faith, history, and the virtues of courage and kindness in a way that's relatable and fun for children.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

115 Saintly Fun Facts

by Bernadette Snyder   |  Ages 6-12
$11.90
Compare to estimated retail price: S$23.37  

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ISBN: 9780892435623
Authors: Bernadette Snyder
Publisher: Liguori Publications
Date of Publication: 1993-06-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Picture Books, Young Readers
Related Topics: Adventure, Animals, Emotion, Family, Fantasy, Nature, Adventure, Mystery, Realistic Fiction
Goodreads rating: 4.21
(rated by 14 readers)

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You might be surprised to learn about the saint who rode a donkey backwards, the saint who helped a "criminal" escape from prison, the saint who was afraid of water, the saint who was kidnapped by pirates, and lots more! Learn how ordinary men and women did extraordinary things and became known as saints. If you think you already know all there is to know about saints, you might decide to think again. Written for grades 1-6. Whimsically illustrated.
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Humorous anecdotes of extraordinary saintly lives.

If you have a young reader with a growing interest in history or religion, "115 Saintly Fun Facts" could be a delightful addition to their library. It presents the lives of saints in a light and accessible way, combining whimsy with inspiration, and proving that the path to sainthood is as diverse as it is remarkable. The book's engaging tales could open up conversations about faith, history, and the virtues of courage and kindness in a way that's relatable and fun for children.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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