Adventures of Little Bear

Title: Adventures of Little Bear

Author: Else Holmelund Minarik

Illustrator: Maurice Sendak

Rating: ★★★★★

Age Category: Children's Literature

    Back Cover Synopsis: 

    Wanted: One Little Bear for hours of cozy reading!

    "Little Bear has endeared himself as a character with irresistible, childlike charm." - The Horn Book

Our Lady's Wardrobe

Title: Our Lady's Wardrobe

Author: Anthony DeStefano

Illustrator: Juliana Kolesova

Rating: ★★★★★

Age Category: Children's Books

    Back Cover Synopsis: 

    This delightful rhyming book introduces Catholic children to the Blessed Virgin Mary in a fun and simple way - through her clothes!

    When Our Lady lived in Nazareth two thousand years ago, she was very poor and probably didn't have many nice things to wear. But now that she's in Heaven, she has an enormous mansion. And in that mansion she has an incredibly beautiful wardrobe filled with a great variety of dresses, veils, slippers, sashes, robes, rings, and crowns. 

    Over the centuries, Our Lady has visited the people of Earth many times. On each of these occasions she has dressed very differently. Our Lady's Wardrobe tells us the story of some of her most famous apparitions, highlighting the clothes she wore and the things she did. 

    By reading this book, children will not only learn about the Mother of God, but will also learn the main purpose of her life - to love and serve her Son, Jesus Christ, and to lead others to do the same.

Prince Martin Wins His Sword

 

Title: Prince Martin Wins His Sword

Author: Brandon Hale

Rating: ★★★★★

Age Category: Early Readers/Middle Grade

    Back Cover Synopsis: 

    Admiring the ancient steel in the castle armory, Prince Martin longs for a sword of his own. But the King decrees his son must prove himself first. The boy gets his chance when the caw of a crow alerts him to trouble in the forest. From the safety of the trees, he spies four terrifying villains bent on kidnapping an innocent victim! And the only thing standing between predator and prey is a courageous stranger - who could sure use a hand. Armed with only his wood staff and a rock sling, Martin faces the hard choice: Should he help or go home? The boy had to decide! And just how much help could a mere kid provide?

    Featuring stunning illustrations, Prince Martin Wins His Sword is a classic tale about a boy prince's trials and how he learns the true meaning of courage, sacrifice, grit, and friendship.

    With a great quest, high-stakes adventure, lovable heroes, and a mesmerizing cadence, this first entry in the new Prince Martin Epic series is sure to delight!