Catholic Picture Books for August

A new school year is fast approaching and it's time to start finding good catholic picture books for August. We love sitting down with an engaging, beautiful picture book the entire family can enjoy during our Morning Time or at the end of a long day. Here's a list of some of our favorite ones for this month.

Catholic Picture Books for August

The month of August is dedicated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. There are more wonderful feast days in the following weeks, including Saint John Vianney, Saint Helen, and Saint Clare! We offer recommendations for feast days, but any of these would be appropriate to read throughout the month. 

John Mary Vianney: The Holy Cure of Ars by Sophie De Mullenheim 

August 4

Saint John Vianney was a holy man and a loving priest. He would spend hours in the confessional, even up to seventeen hours! Saint John Vianney was a priest in the aftermath of the French Revolution and the rise of Napoleon. He gave strength to the French people during trying times.  

John Vianney: Saint for Holy Orders by Barbara Yoffie

August 4

Born during the French Revolution when the Catholic religion was illegal, John Vianney resolved to become a priest. Once ordained he was sent to the troubled town of Ars, where he helped the people of that town regain their lost faith.

Saint Dominic and the Rosary by Shaun McAfee 

August 8

Love the Rosary? This is a must-read, especially for Saint Dominic's feast day!

How Edith Found Jesus by Caitlin E Bootsma 

August 9

Discover how Edith Stein (Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross) converted from Judaism to Catholicism, joined a convent, and eventually lost her life during the Holocaust. 

My Name Is Philomena: A Saint's Story by Father Peregrine Fletcher O.PRAEM.

August 11

Saint Philomena is a powerful intercessor! Learn about her incredible story on her feast day through this stunning book.

Saint Clare and Her Cat by Dessi Jackson

August 11

While traveling to San Damiano, Grandma Nonna tell the story of Saint Clare to her grandson, Antonio.

Maximilian Kolbe: The Saint of Auschwitz by Jean-Francois Vivier 

August 14

Saint Maximilian Kolbe gave his life for another man while imprisoned at Auschwitz during WWII. His life holds an incredible example for us.

The Queen and the Cross by Cornelia Bilinsky

August 18

Join Saint Helena on her feast day as she searches for the Cross! The Queen and the Cross follows Saint Helen on her quest and her eventual finding of the Cross in Jerusalem.

Take it to the Queen by Josephine Nobisso

August 22

Written by beloved children's author Josephine Nobisso, this book depicts an allegorical representation of Mary. It shows us how we can always take whatever is troubling us to our beloved Queen and Mother! Perfect for the feast of the Queenship of Mary.

Gus Finds God by Michael P. Foley

August 28

Based closely on Saint Augustine's own writing, this book follows a little boy as he searches for God through the world.

Parable of the Good Samaritan by Helen Caswell

As a reminder to serve one another no matter the cost, this parable of Jesus is accompanied with illustrations that capture the heart.

The Monk Who Grew Prayer by Claire Brandenburg 

During growing season, dive into the story of a prayerful monk who helped grace grow in a desert.

The Ink Garden of Brother Theophane by C.M. Millen 

Watch words come to life through this story of a monk who created a garden full of beauty in an unexpected way.

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