Catholic Picture Books for October

The temperature begins to dip, leaves start to fall, and we break out our sweaters. October is here! This month also offers a wide variety of feast days, including Saint Francis of Assisi, Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, Pope Saint John Paul II, and Our Lady of the Rosary!

Catholic Picture Books for October

Check out the list below for Catholic picture books for October.

Saint Francis of Assisi by Tim Ludwig

This book follows the life of young Francesco Bernardone, better known as Francis of Assisi, from boyhood to sainthood.

Pray and Think Imaginative Rosary Book by Candace Camling

In honor of Our Lady of the Rosary, this book is not technically a picture book but is a wonderful interactive helpmate to praying the Rosary with young children.

Thérèse of Lisieux: Little Flower of Love by Barbara Yoffie 

Barbara Yoffie writes of one of our most beloved Saints in this book. Thérèse lives out her ‘little way’ in her day-to-day life, as a child and as a nun. 

The Story of Saint John Paul II: A Boy Who Became Pope by Fabiola Garza

Beautifully written and illustrated by Fabiola Garza, A Boy Who Become Pope is a biography on the life of Karol Wojtyla. Watch as he goes from boyhood to becoming one of the Church’s most beloved popes.

Teresa of Avila: Saint for the Eucharist by Barbara Yoffie

Also written by Barbara Yoffie, Saint for the Eucharist shows us the life of Saint Teresa of Avila, born to a wealthy family and later become a Carmelite nun.

Don’t Forget to Remember by Ellie Holcomb

In this touching board book, we are reminded how much God loves us.

Our Lady’s Wardrobe by Anthony DeStephano

This book highlights many of Our Lady’s appearances and details what dresses she wore each time, it is sure to be a family favorite!

The Man and the Vine by Jane G. Meyer

The Man and the Vine tells of a man with a vineyard, who plants, nurtures, and then harvests the grapes. Also includes aspects of the Eucharist and Holy Communion.

The Woman and the Wheat by Jane G. Meyer

Also written by Jane Meyer, The Woman and the Wheat follows a woman who grows, harvests, and bakes bread all while giving thanks to God.

The Clown of God by Tomie dePaola

This story takes us to the town of Sorrento, Italy. We see Giovanni, a young homeless boy preform tricks with his juggling balls and watch as he ages and people slowly lose interest in his old tricks.

What are your favorite Catholic Picture Books for October? Drop them in the comments below!