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Sing with Joy: Music of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd for Children Three to Six Years
- $40.00
- A book and CD set of 39 songs with music, chords, lyrics and notes by Catherine Maresca regarding use of each song in the atrium. The CD is recorded by the children's choir of Christ Church Cathedral in Nashville, TN. Music has a very important place in the prayer of children and life in the CGS atrium. To encourage the…
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- Materials for Children
Icon of Christ the Good Shepherd
- $10.00
- Place this icon in a prayer space in the home or in the atrium to invite meditation on the central image of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. A great gift for catechists and children.
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The Good Shepherd and the Child: A Joyful Journey
- $18.00
- Now revised and updated with reflections by Rebekah Rojcewicz, this foundational text outlines the trusted methods used for training those in the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program. Exploring the development of the program since its 1959 origins, this edition reflects changes in the materials made by Catechesis of the Good Shepherd founder, Sofia Cavalletti. Rebekah Rojcewicz’s new introduction provides…
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Scripture Booklets: Sets One and Two
- $155.00
- After 30 years, and feedback from the catechists who use these beloved texts, we have updated our scripture booklets to better suit the needs of the children of the atrium. Scripture Booklets isolate texts particularly appropriate for children and presents them with one verse per page so that attention can be given to each idea in the text. The texts were…
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Atrium Assistants Orientation · October 2023
- $100.00
- This session is full. Registration is closed. This online course will cover the key points for an atrium assistant serving children 3-12 years old, including: -- Introduction to the spirituality of Children -- Orientation to the space -- Orientation to the Montessori approach -- Orientation to the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) -- Helping children through transitions. We invite assistants preparing…
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Life in the Vine: The Joyful Journey Continues
- $22.00
- In this companion to the Religious Potential of the Child 6-12 years old, Rebekah Rojcewicz introduces the abundant work of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Levels 2 and 3 thematically, as well as through the lens of cosmic education of Maria Montessori and the spiral method of Sofia Cavalletti.
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Scripture Verses
- $0.00
- A selection of these scriptures can be written with simple illumination onto cards for the children to place near their bed or on the family table to read. From Level II Prayer Cards. Copy and paste from the lines below or click "Download" to download a PDF version. Lines from Psalm 23 and the Lord’s Prayer. Blessed is the…
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From Light to More Light
- $20.00
- From Light to More Light condenses the Sacred History lessons of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd into a beautiful children's picture book. This rich and accessible content is a reflection for ages six and up (grandparents too). This book was inspired by a presentation on Creation that had been an experimental material offered to 3-6 year-old children in the…
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I am the Vine, You are the Branches
- $14.00
- I am the Vine, You Are the Branches offers beautiful illustrations of the parable with 1-2 verses of the scripture text written on the opposite page. This is followed by pages that explore a few words of the parable with some "Did you Know?" boxes of related information about vines, and a few meditative questions. The book is written for…
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Grace and Courtesy
- $16.00
- The lessons of Grace and Courtesy in Montessori environments that replace "classroom management" help children to build community together. Simple sentences and related art will quide you through the lessons of Grace and Courtesy and serve as a gentle reminder of the practices that create harmony among children. Artist and Montessori teacher Alicia Olsen has created an easel book with…
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Prophecies for Advent at Home or in the Atrium
- $10.00
- These four Messianic prophecies are presented in the atrium to children beginning at age three, giving them beautiful names and images for Jesus, the Messiah. At home or in the atrium, you can use these with an Advent wreath during Advent. By the fourth week a vivid central star appears, announcing the birth of Christ and the Christmas season. Click here…
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Icon of the True Vine
- $15.00
- The traditional icon of the True Vine usually features Jesus and twelve apostles. This icon, written for children, shows a young Jesus with twelve children of various ages and places and genders. They are turned to him, holding their "blank page", ready to receive his word and life. His own scroll has the words, "Remain in my love." A great…
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Blue Earth Marble With Natural Earth Continents
- $12.00
- This small globe fits perfectly into the palm of the hand of a 9-12 year old. It reminds us to hold the earth and all its people in our hands and heart as we pass it around for our intercessory prayers. This Earth Marble is made from recycled glass, and is geographically accurate with amazing detail. More than 50 rivers,…
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Parenting: A Sacred Path
- $6.00
- Parenting is a challenging call. Many resources for parents focus on the child, but Parenting: A Sacred Path is for parents to reflect on their experience, with all of its joys and struggles, as an invitation to grow in faith, love, trust and compassion. Each of six chapters provides an opening reflection for personal or group use, followed by a…
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Songs of Love: Music of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd for Children Six to Twelve Years
- $40.00
- A book and CD set of 38 songs with music, chords, lyrics and notes by Catherine Maresca regarding use of each song in the atrium. The CD is recorded by the Senior Children's Choir of Christ Church Cathedral in Nashville, TN. Music has a very important place in the prayer of children and life in the CGS atrium. To encourage…
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Bright Morning Stars
- $20.00
- This new offering from CCTheo continues the work of the Sacred History materials of integrating the Creation accounts of Genesis 1 and 2, with our growing understanding of the origins of the universe and life through the lens of science. The gifts of stars, sun and moon, earth, land and water, plants, animals and humankind, are celebrated in words from…
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The Seed of God: Complete Set
- $25.00
- A beautiful set of five bilingual books presents the essence of the Gospel message to young children in a simple, but powerful way. Written in simple, clear language by Genelda Woggon, the series presents the Gospel message in five thematic books that fit a small child's hand. The Seed of God has been translated and published in Haitian Creole and French, primarily…
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Scripture Booklets For Young Children (Set One)
- $75.00
- After 30 years and feedback from the catechists who use these beloved texts, we have updated our scripture booklets to better suit the needs of the children of the atrium. Scripture Booklets isolate texts particularly appropriate for young children and presents them with one verse per page so that attention can be given to each idea in the text. The English…
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When I Make Silence
- $6.00
- When I Make Silence was written to help children nurture their need for a silent time of reflection, exploring silence with each of the senses.
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Zenergy Meditation Chime
- $12.00
- A chime can be struck at the beginning and end of a few moments of silence in the atrium or at home to help draw a group into the stillness that opens the heart to peace and joy. A gentle tap of the mallet and the Zenergy Chime emits a powerful tone of singular beauty that lasts and lasts.
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Materials for Prayer in the Level III Atrium
- $0.00
- I have been a catechist in the Level III atrium since 1992 at Christian Family Montessori School for both the in-school atrium and the after-school program. During this time, as I began to understand the needs and interests of the 9-12-year-old children, I developed a significant collection of materials for prayer and meditation. These materials, along with a selection of…
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Who Do You Say That I Am?
- $25.00
- 24 Ethiopian inspired prayer cards from the life, miracles, parables, and I AM proclamations of Jesus. Art and text by Robin Joyce Miller. Appropriate for use with children ages 3 and up. Title, scripture citation, and a sentence about the icon depiction is on the back in a font and size friendly for young readers.
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Lap Harp Music
- $10.00
- Using a Lap Harp, these simple sheets allow children to play favorite songs from the atrium without musical training or instruction. Add this to your atrium as an additional way to reflect on the themes of CGS. This upload includes two files: a collection of 48 songs from the songbooks Sing with Joy and Songs of Love; and instructions.
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When You Were Baptized
- $16.00
- ACP Excellence in Publishing Award WINNER in two categories!!! Baptism welcomes us into a community of faith and prepares us for life in God. Each gift received on the day of our Baptism will grow in meaning and purpose as we grow in faith. Using age-appropriate text and engaging illustrations, When You Were Baptized invites children to reflect on the signs of…
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