Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Classroom Materials

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is an approach to faith formation based on the educational principles of Maria Montessori and has spread to over 37 countries throughout the world. The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is a catechetical program for children ages 3-12. It is a reflective-based program of religious formation that helps a child to further develop his/her relationship with God in a developmentally appropriate way. It is rooted in Sacred Scripture, the Liturgy, and the educational philosophy of Maria Montessori. Here you will find many resources to assist in the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd curriculum.


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12" Evergreen Advent Wreath
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    12" Diameter Artificial Evergreen Advent Wreath; Ready as-is or decorate with ribbon or bows or the current theme of the season! The true meaning of Christmas is celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ with loving family and friends. Prepare for the commemoration of his birth in style with this lovely advent wreath candle holder. Perfect for the countdown to Christmas. Unlit100 tips1.5" wide tapered tipsRecommended for indoor use - if using outdoors place under a covered areaNo assembly required...

    Advent Candle Set- 12" Tapers 3 Purple 1 Pink
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      Premium Advent Candle Set Each candle measures 12 inches long for 20% more burn time over other standard 10" taper candles! These advent candles come in purple and pink. Each pack includes 3 purple candles and 1 pink candle. Order at Today's Sale Price for parish fundraising and advent candle distribution! For Christians, “Advent” refers to the season of preparation and anticipation leading up to the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ at Christmas. It begins on the fourth Sunday before...

      Wooden Childrens Advent Wreath Playset
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        Advent Wreath for building and playing. Solid wood. 16 pieces easy fit together to create wreath. Assembled size finishes 7-1/2" wide x 6-1/2" high. Reusable corrugated storage box included. This product meets or exceeds all US toy testing standards. Small parts. Not for children under 3 years, or any individuals who have a tendency to place inedible objects in their mouths.

        Wooden Mass Kit Playset
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          Playing Mass is a beautiful and effective way for children to learn about their faith. Perfect for parish, school, or home use. Includes buildable altar piece with cross and candles, wine cruet, holy water cruet, chalice, chalice pall, paten with priest host, and ciborium with 6 hosts. Solid wood. 28 pieces. Buildable altar piece finishes 11" wide x 7" high. Other pieces measure from 1-1/2" to 6". Reusable corrugated storage box included. Imported. This product meets or exceeds all US toy...

          Jesus With Children of the World 12" Wall Relief
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            Demetz Classico Jesus With Children of the World 10" Wall Relief Plaque - 10 inch tall / 25 cmDemetz Classico is an affordably priced devotional art collection for display and enjoyment in your home. The figures are cast in the highest quality resin and decorated by hand. SPECIAL PURCHASE!Due to our store's buying power, we were able to secure a large purchase of this fine Demetz Classico Statuary and we're passing the savings direct on to you! Enjoy these never before discount prices while...

            K411 Compact Mass Kit - BEST SELLER!!! K411, Mass Kit, 2, #2, B2-01, Compact
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              K411 Compact Mass Kit - TOP SELLER 5 1/4"H. chalice (3 oz. cap.), 3 7/8" dia. paten, host box (3 1/8" dia., 40 host cap.), 1 oz. cruets, 4"H. crucifix, 58" x 2" stole, two candles, altar, hand & finger cloths. 7 1/2" x 5 1/2" x 3 1/2" leather case MADE IN ITALY

              Little People Fisher Price Nativity Set
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                NEW DESIGN FOR 2023 - With figures more representative of Biblical times Celebrate the true meaning of Christmas with the Fisher-Price Little People® Nativity Set! 17 Piece Little People Fisher Price Nativity - this colorful, sturdy children's nativity set is a great way for younger children to act out the night of Christ's birth. The figures range from 2-1/2" to over 5" tall, and the crèche is approximately 6" tall. Perfectly sized for little hands, toddlers will love this interactive playset...

                Musical Nativity Plush Play Set
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                  4-piece set. Interactive plush Nativity stable comes with Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus. Sound chip in star plays "Away in a Manger." Ages 18M+.Dimension: 8" x 8"Material: 100% Polyester

                  Mont La Salle Non-Alcohol Altar Wine Mustum Grape Juice 750ml Bottles, Case of 12
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                    Mont La Salle Altar Wine 750ml Mustum Grape Juice (Non-Alcoholic) Mustum 100% Grape Juice with added ingredients approved for sacramental use. 750ml bottle PRICE FOR CASE OF 12 SOLD ONLY TO approved Churches, Schools, Hospitals, Military Chapels, and Religious Institutions. Please inquire to see if you are on one of our standard delivery routes 314-644-0643. ...

                    Musical Baby Jesus in Manger and Soft Nativity Story Book Set
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                      2-piece set. Soft baby safe book about the birth of Jesus. Comes with minky and chenille singing Jesus in the manger. Button plays "Away in a Manger" when activated.Dimension: manger 7" x 1 3/4" | book 5 1/2" x 6 1/2"Material: 100% Polyester

                      Nativity Floor Puzzle with Sound
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                        35-piece jumbo floor puzzle features piece with sound chip button that plays "Away in a Manger." Batteries included. Ages 3+.Dimension: 14" x 13 3/4"Material: PAPER

                        Wooden Mass Kit Playset
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                          The best way for children to learn about the Eucharist- through imaginative play! When children use their imagination to role-play scenarios they learn about them in new and deeper ways. Children that role-play the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass are more likely to understand what is happening at Mass, pay closer attention, and gain a deeper appreciation for the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Playing Mass is a beautiful and effective way for children to learn about one of the most important parts of...

                          Advent Wreath with LEGO Bricks
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                            Advent Wreath with LEGO® BricksPrepare your heart for Christmas this year with an advent wreath made out of 48 genuine LEGO® bricks. Build the wreath and candles, then each week of advent “light” a candle with a yellow transparent brick. Remember the rose candle is for the third week!Each candle is made out of several bricks so you can even make them shorter as the weeks of advent go by. This model is not sponsored, authorized or endorsed by the Lego Group. 3" diameter x 1-1/2" tall. Because...

                            Felt Childrens Advent Wreath
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                              An adorable hands-on cloth wreath for children to enjoy. Children learn as the add the candles themselves to the wreath each week. 9" in diameter. Candles are held in with velcro. Recommended for ages 3+.

                              Frankincense or Myrrh Anointing Oils
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                                1/4 ounce glass bottles, your choice of Frankincense or Myrrh Blend anointing oilsMADE IN THE USA

                                Shepherd Silhouette Candle Holder
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                                  BlackMade of IronMeasures 3.75" D X 6.75" HHolds Up To 3" Pillar Candle (candle not included)

                                  The Christmas Story Egg
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                                    Like the popular Easter Story Egg, this new Christmas Story Egg is sure to delight young and old alike! A great way to teach your children about THE REAL reason for the Christmas season! Read along and open each Story Egg as you go. So many of our favorite things at Christmastime point us back to the real meaning of this special holiday. Discover what Christmas is all about! Includes The Christmas Story Egg book & 7 nesting eggs. Gift Boxed. ...

                                    15 Piece Nativity Playset in Stable Carrying Case
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                                      15-piece set. Dimensional cardboard theater box unfolds for playtime with 14 wooden props and characters. Ages 3+.Dimension: 8-3/4" x 11-1/2"Material: Mango wood figures

                                      9.5" Baby Jesus in 13" x 9" Wooden Crib
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                                        Jesus is made of a Marble Finish Resin; wood crib with hay 9.5 inch baby Jesus wooden crib measures 13 inch x 9 inch Made in Italy

                                        Crown of Thorns 9 Inch
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                                          The Crown of Thorns is a reminder of the sacrifice Jesus made for his people. It is a symbol of the curse and penalty of sin that Jesus Christ wore in our place. This authentic Crown of Thorns was made in the Holy Land of Israel from local thorn bushes that grow in the region of old Jerusalem. This one-piece crown serves as an amazing reminder of the wonders of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, the promises He made, and His eventful sacrifice for us.Many people enjoy using the 9" Crown of...

                                          19.5" Wooden Advent Calendar with Doors that Open
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                                            Count down to Christmas with this beautiful wooden Advent calendar. Place a delicious treat, fun gift or thoughtful message behind each of the 24 doors. Beginning December 1st, locate and open door No. 1 to find and enjoy the hidden surprise. Repeat each day until Christmas Eve. Durable construction ensures that this wooden Advent calendar can be used year after year, providing a tradition that you and your family are sure to treasure! Calendar measure 19 1/2" x 14 1/4" x 3 1/4". ...

                                            29" Felt Velcro Nativity Advent Calendar
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                                              Children will delight in this fun advent calendar! Start with each of the 24 figurines in a pocket. Every day, take out the figure in that day's pocket and add to the scene at the top. (Figures have Velcro attached.) When the scene is complete, it's Christmas Eve! Or younger children may enjoy setting up all the figures right away and then re-arranging them as they desire. Small candy canes (not included) could be placed in each pocket with one removed each day, or just move a single one to...

                                              Hand Hammered Chalice - Made In Italy
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                                                The 640 Chalice is made by talented silversmiths from Salvardi Art Studio in Bologna Italy. This small beautiful 24 karat gold plated brass chalice has a decorated cast base and node and hammered cup. The chalice is a sacred vessel used in Christian religious ceremonies to hold wine during the celebration of the Holy Communion or the Eucharist. It symbolizes purity, sanctity, and communal sharing. All the pieces made in their workshop are fine examples of refined design and great beauty. The...

                                                Battery-Operated Light-Up LED Nativity Advent Calendar
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                                                  Count down the days 'til Christmas with this battery-operated LED nativity advent calendar! Its design features a Nativity scene atop cabinet which houses 24 tiny numbered drawers. The empty drawers on the cabinet are individually numbered, ready for you to fill each drawer with a treat or a small trinket to enjoy as you open each one as you make your way towards Christmas Day!

                                                  Jim Shore 7.2" St. Nicholas Statue
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                                                    Jim Shore's Santas Around the World collection showcases the globe's many holiday traditions. Wearing a traditional robe and customary Christmas cap, this Belgian Santa is known as St. Niklaas. Figurine7.2 in H Jim Shore Heartwood Creek Santas Around The World CollectionBeautifully hand-painted and crafted from high-quality stone resin with intricate styling and attention to detailJim Shore's unmistakable style evokes a sense of nostalgia with traditional themes, quilt patterns and design...

                                                    Paint Your Own Nativity Set
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                                                      8-piece set. Paint your own plaster Nativity scene! Set includes Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus, the three wise men, paintbrush and set of paints. Decorate and then display for years to come. Ages 3+.Material: PLASTER

                                                      Walnut 8.75" Standing Crucifix from Italy
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                                                        Comes nicely gift boxed. Stands approximately 8-3/4 inch tall. Made in Italy.

                                                        12" Candlelighter
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                                                          Made of solid, highly polished brass and are finished with durable hardwood handles. Hand crafted for years of use.Material: Polished BrassSize: 12" H

                                                          Crown of Thorns 13 Inch with 28 Inch Purple Cloth
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                                                            The Crown of Thorns is a reminder of the sacrifice Jesus made for his people. It is a symbol of the curse and penalty of sin that Jesus Christ wore in our place. This authentic Crown of Thorns was made in the Holy Land of Israel from local thorn bushes that grow in the region of old Jerusalem. This one-piece crown serves as an amazing reminder of the wonders of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, the promises He made, and His eventful sacrifice for us.Many people enjoy using the 13" Crown of...

                                                            F-ATM Scale Gold Plate Paten
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                                                              5 3/4" Gold plated Paten

                                                              Names of Jesus Advent Activity
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                                                                Test your knowledge and make festive memories with the Names of Jesus Advent Activity. This holiday game is sure to be a new family tradition everyone will love! Size: 9"sq.Materials: beech, wood

                                                                Noahs Ark Shape Sorter Set
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                                                                  16-piece set. Wooden Noah's Ark shape sorter with pull down ramp comes with Noah, his wife and six pairs of animals. 8" x 10"Made of Mango Wood16 Piece SetAges 2+

                                                                  Our Lady of Grace Statue, 14" Tall
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                                                                    Our Lady of Grace StatueOur Lady of Grace statue from Joseph Studio renaissance collection. This resin/ stone mix measures 14" tall

                                                                    Plush Nativity Figure Set
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                                                                      Plush Nativity Dolls w/Fabric Keeper-Bag. The cutest and most meaningful toy your child may play with this Christmas! Comes in a cute zip-up keeper case for travel to Church or Grandma's house! Kids love the hands-on figures as they re-create the nativity for themselves all season! 6 pieces. Measure 1.5" to 5" tall.

                                                                      Blessing Beads Silicone Baby Rosary
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                                                                        Childrens Liturgy of the Word 2024-2025 A Weekly Resource
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                                                                          The celebration of the Liturgy of the Word with children is a liturgical experience that opens young people to hear and respond to God’s Word in ways that enable them to be nurtured and challenged by its power, and to experience the grace of ongoing conversion to the vision and values of the Word of God. Children's Liturgy of the Word 2024–2025 enables prayer leaders to confidently lead children through the Liturgy of the Word. Each liturgy guide offers: An overview of the seasonWeekly guides...

                                                                          Kiddie 11 Piece Nativity Set
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                                                                            Kiddie 11 Piece nativity with stable. 8" stable, made of resin.

                                                                            Love (Hook) 11 x 14 Walnut Framed Print
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                                                                              Walnut and Gold Leaf Finish Detailed Frame With Jesus Holding ChildDimensions: 11" x 14"

                                                                              Nativity Animal Race Game
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                                                                                Get ready to make festive memories with the oh-so-funny Nativity Animal Race Game. This holiday game is sure to be a new family tradition! Size: 9"sq.Materials: wood

                                                                                Nativity Magnetic Puzzle Set
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                                                                                  3-in-1, magnetic puzzles. Great for traveling! Magnetic pieces stay together when on-the-go. Ages 3+.Dimension: 7" x 7"Material: PAPER

                                                                                  Shepherds Journey Advent Countdown
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                                                                                    Spend time this holiday season making new memories and traditions with the Shepherds Journey Advent Countdown from the Christmas Journey collection. A fun way to help keep your mind on the Reason for the season. Size: 3 arch pieces: 10"long x 2.5"h. Advent pieces: 1.5"w x 2.5"hMaterials: wood, resinSentiment: There were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were...

                                                                                    All Creation Waits — Childrens Edition The Advent Mystery of New Beginnings for Children By (author) Gayle Boss  Illustrated by Sharon Spitz
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                                                                                      From bestselling author Gayle Boss, a stunningly illustrated picture book edition of her beloved Advent book, All Creation Waits. Now young readers too will be caught up in the wonder of 24 woodland animals adapting to the season of dark and cold. Each day of Advent a different animal shows children its own amazing way to meet the dark and cold. Wood Frog freezes into a frog-shaped cube of ice! For six months Painted Turtle doesn’t breathe! Woodchuck can’t be wakened, even if shaken! With each...

                                                                                      Brother Francis Church Playset
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                                                                                        An English-Spanish Toy! Bring the beauty of our Church into your home with this one-of-a-kindBrother Francis™ Church Playset! Everyone’s fun-loving host, Brother Francis™, accompanies your children as they explore a Catholic Church and its contents hands-on. Offering a tactile way for children to engage in the Mass, this playset will prepare your children to enter more fully in the Liturgy as they learn the names and purposes of the vessels and sacramentals used at Mass. With pieces made from...

                                                                                        Crown of Thorns 24 Inch
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                                                                                          The Crown of Thorns is a reminder of the sacrifice Jesus made for his people. It is a symbol of the curse and penalty of sin that Jesus Christ wore in our place. This authentic Crown of Thorns was made in the Holy Land of Israel from local thorn bushes that grow in the region of old Jerusalem. This one-piece crown serves as an amazing reminder of the wonders of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, the promises He made, and His eventful sacrifice for us.At 24", the large size of this cross makes...

                                                                                          Cruets and Stoppers - Pair of 2
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                                                                                            Cruet and Stopper PairSold as a pair of 25-1⁄2˝H., 6 oz. capacity each

                                                                                            10.5" Good Shepherd Statue
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                                                                                              10.5" Good Shepherd statue.  This is part of the Joseph Studio Renaissance Collection. Resin/stone mix

                                                                                              Holy Night and Little Star
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                                                                                                CHRISTIANITY TODAY BOOK AWARD WINNER • A luminous and tender retelling of the Christmas story from National Book Award nominee Mitali Perkins, author of Bare Tree and Little Wind, that is sure to become a cherished holiday favorite for families of faith.AN IMAGINATION SOUP BEST PICTURE BOOK OF THE YEARLittle Star likes her usual spot in the night sky over Bethlehem. Every night, she twinkles above the hills and hopes that nothing will change. But one night, Maker gathers the galaxy! Holy Night...

                                                                                                Mother Mary Plush Doll With Baby Jesus
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                                                                                                  Mother Mary Plush Doll With Baby JesusHuggable and plush, this 12.75"-tall stuffed Mary doll holding Baby Jesus brings the stories of the Bible to life for toddlers and young children. Give this knit fabric doll as a snuggly gift for a baptism, first communion, birthday or any day to provide a sense of security for your little one.Mary with Baby Jesus stuffed doll is made from soft knit fabric with embroidered features.Coordinates with "Mary and Her Faithful Heart" book (sold separately).4" W...

                                                                                                  The Catechesis began in 1954 in Rome, Italy. Sofia Cavalletti, a Scripture scholar, and Gianna Gobbi, a Montessorian, collaborated and began to work with children. Over the next 60 years, they developed materials and curriculum that spoke to the child’s religious potential and offered an opportunity for prayer, meditation, and religious development.

                                                                                                  The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd strives to reveal the religious potential of the child and respond to their spiritual needs and qualities. It seeks to help children grow and mature in their faith and their relationship with Christ.