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! This wreath does not work with the battery operated candles #18868 due to the pins in the wreath to hold real candles. Order at Today's Sale Price for parish wreath making, fundraising and advent wreath distribution! FITTING CANDLES TO CANDLE HOLDER TIPSALL SALES FINAL/NO RETURNS AT QUANTITY DISCOUNT PRICING - PLEASE ORDER EXACTLY WHAT YOU THINK YOU WILL NEED ...

    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. ...

      26" San Damiano Wall Cross From Italy
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        26" tall x 18.5" wide x 1.5" deep San Damiano Wall Cross From Italy

        29" Felt Velcro Nativity Advent Calendar
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          This popular felt nativity scene advent calendar includes 24 velcro figures to attach, one day at a time, as you and your child count down the days until Christmas. 29" long.

          Premium Advent Candle Set- 12" Tapers 3 Purple/1 Pink
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            Premium Advent Candle Set These advent candles come in purple and pink. Each pack includes 3 purple candles and 1 pink candle. Each candle measures 12 inches long for 20% more burn time over other standard 10" taper candles! Order at Today's Sale Price for parish fundraising and advent candle distribution! FITTING CANDLES TO CANDLE HOLDER TIPSALL SALES FINAL/NO RETURNS - PLEASE ORDER EXACTLY WHAT YOU THINK YOU WILL NEED ...

            Year of Grace 2024 (paper poster)
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              Year of Grace Calendar (Paper Poster) - AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH & SPANISH VERSIONS This year’s calendar for 2024 presents the intriguing storytelling art of Sally Wern Comport. Her illustrations of five conversion stories—five transformative encounters with Jesus—call us to reflect more deeply on our own ongoing conversion to Christ. How are we experiencing Christ’s call in this moment of life? The pictures also invite us to learn more about the way the Church welcomes and forms new Catholic...

              Year of Grace 2024 (laminated poster)
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                AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH & SPANISH VERSIONSThis year’s calendar for 2024 presents the intriguing storytelling art of Sally Wern Comport. Her illustrations of five conversion stories—five transformative encounters with Jesus—call us to reflect more deeply on our own ongoing conversion to Christ. How are we experiencing Christ’s call in this moment of life? The pictures also invite us to learn more about the way the Church welcomes and forms new Catholic Christians through the newly revised Order of...

                The Catholic Planning Calendar 2024
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                  This 13-month tear-off planning calendar runs from the First Sunday of Advent until the last day of the civic calendar year. It is 22”×17” and can be used as a desk blotter or hung on the wall. Its easy-to-use format provides ample space for recording monthly plans and schedules, and it includes pertinent Roman Catholic liturgical information and secular holidays and observances. The liturgical days on this calendar are taken from the Liturgical Calendar for the Dioceses of the United States...

                  7" Standing Wood Crucifix with Mother of Pearl Inlay
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                    7" Standing Wood Crucifix with Imitation Mother of Pearl Inlay; Made in Italy Gift Boxed.

                    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...

                      Year of Grace 2024 (paper notebook)
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                        Year of Grace Calendar (Paper Notebook) - AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH & SPANISH VERSIONS This 2024 calendar presents the storytelling art of Sally Wern Comport. Her illustrations of five conversion stories—five transformative encounters with Jesus—call us to reflect more deeply on our own ongoing conversion to Christ. How are we experiencing Christ’s call in this moment of life? The pictures also invite us to learn more about the way the Church welcomes and forms new Catholic Christians through the...

                        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.

                          Baptismal Garment With Candle Design - Pull Over Style W/ Lace, Made In Italy
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                            Baptismal Garment With Candle Design - Pull Over Style W/ Lace, Made In Italy

                            Christmas Around the World Advent Calendar
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                              "Christmas Around the World" advent calendar celebrates diverse cultures of our world and the unity we share. Each pocket of this beautifully detailed handmade advent calendar holds an ornament representing people and cultures from around the world. Countries include America, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Egypt, France, Ghana, Great Britain, Iceland, India, Jamaica, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland,...

                              Traditional Nativity Advent Calendar
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                                This timeless Traditional Nativity Advent is a customer favorite. Re-create the birth of Baby Jesus by adorning the manger scene. Remove the object from each numbered pocket starting on December 1 and continue until Christmas Day arrives! Twenty-five stuffed characters make the nativity scene complete. A sturdy wooden dowel is included. Size: 32” L, 13” W, 1” D

                                Standing Walnut Crucifix Silver 5.5"
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                                  5.25" Standing Walnut Crucifix with Silver Corpus Made in Italy; Gift Boxed

                                  Nativity 8.25" x 11.75" Advent Calendar with Glitter
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                                    Dimensions: 8 1/4"x11 3/4"Bible text following the story of the Nativity with corresponding picture

                                    24K gold plated baptism shell from Italy 11 cm.
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                                      24K gold plated baptism shell from Italy 11 cm.

                                      My Little Church Magnet Play Set
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                                        Learn and play along during Catholic Mass or at home with our illustrated, 38-piece magnet book! A totable vinyl bag holds the board, magnets and a handy instructional booklet. Ecclesiastically Approved.Ages: 3+8x12" when foldedAll pieces store in sturdy vinyl bagInstructional Booklet included

                                        The Mass For Children
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                                          The Mass for Children A Simple explanation of the Mass. Full color picture book helps navigate even the youngest through the Mass. The Mass for Children is perfect for Sunday School and children getting ready for the sacrament of Holy Eucharist. Pages: 32Author: REV. JUDE WINKLER, O.F.M. CONV.Size: 5 1/2 X 7 3/8Color: ILLUSTRATEDBinding: PAPERBACK

                                          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". ...

                                            Blessing Beads Silicone Baby Rosary
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                                              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...

                                                Going To Mass This board book—with bright, vibrant, and charming illustrations—introduces young children to the Mass. On each two-page spread, they will see a picture that they can then recreate, using the nine included puzzle blocks.
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                                                  Going To Mass This board book�with bright, vibrant, and charming illustrations�introduces young children to the Mass. On each two-page spread, they will see a picture that they can then recreate, using the nine included puzzle blocks. Pages: 14 Size: 10 5/8 X 7 Color: ILLUSTRATED Binding: BOARD BOOK

                                                  Good Shepherd 11.75" Statue, Lightly Painted Bronze
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                                                    A beautiful Good Shepherd statue in lightly hand-painted cold-cast bronze, 11.5".

                                                    Good Shepherd 12" Figure with Tree and Verse Plaque
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                                                      RESIN; 12"H x 2.88"W x 8.25"L

                                                      Lenten Magnet Map
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                                                        The Lenten Magnet Map is the perfect way for any family to enter more fully into the Lenten Season. Move your magnet each day of Lent and be more aware of your time journeying with Jesus, as well as the saints we celebrate during this season. Product details: The main Map Magnet is 24"x11", full color and has a wipeable surface.The map includes a square for each day of Lent. The squares wrap around and end with Easter Sunday at the very center.Sundays and Fridays are marked on the map, as well...

                                                        Our Lady of Hope 9" Statue
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                                                          8" Mary Mother of God Figurine Our Mary Mother of God Collection features the tenderness of a mother who carries with love the hopes, dreams and prayers for her future child. This is captured in the exquisite paintings by Michael Adams. This figurine is finely crafted in stone resin. The clean lines and subtle color palette make it a treasured keepsake for many years to come. Gift boxed Material: Resin Size: 2.875" x 2.25" x 8" H ...

                                                          The Easter Story Egg
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                                                            Discover the Story The Story Egg is a family activity that celebrates the true meaning of Easter. This family activity includes a hardcover book and 7 wooden nesting Eggs. The Story Egg book begins on Palm Sunday and ends on Easter Sunday. Each Egg within the set of nesting Eggs has a rhyming story that relates to a particular day in Holy Week, leading up to Easter Sunday. As the children open each Egg they will discover the Easter story and the journey of Jesus through Holy week. This book...

                                                            Adjustable Bible Stand
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                                                              Adjusts to 3 Heights Material: Wood Size: 13 x 10" Folds Flat Making Stand Easily PortableBeautiful Solid Wood

                                                              Brother Francis Sacraments Puzzle
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                                                                Invite your child to learn about the Sacraments alongside everyone’s favorite cartoon friar, Brother Francis! Easy-to-grasp, chunky wooden puzzle pieces featuring Sacrament definitions underneath, this puzzle is the perfect gift for everyone! Whether you are introducing your child to the Sacraments for the first time or your child is preparing to receive one of the Sacraments, this bright and colorful puzzle captivates children’ s attention and encourages open-ended and natural play, cognitive...

                                                                16" Wood Wall Cross from El Salvador
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                                                                  Catholic Supply is happy to offer fair trade products from El Salvador. Here you will find traditional artisans Central America, namely El Salvador. Many items are hand painted by the same families for over 30 years, as they pass this trade down from generation to generation. Sales of these items provide jobs for the area and education for children.Brightly colored New Creation wooden wall cross. Handmade in La Palma, El Salvador. Comes with attached metal wall hook for easy hanging. Colors &...

                                                                  Hand Hammered Chalice - Made In Italy
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                                                                    Chalice h. 15 cm. Small hammered Chalice and Ciborium made of 24k gold plated brass The gilt is guaranteed

                                                                    My Friend Jesus Plush Doll
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                                                                      My Friend Jesus Plush DollHuggable and plush, this 13" tall stuffed doll brings Jesus and Bible stories to life. Give doll as a snuggly gift for baptism, First Communion, birthday or any day to provide a sense of security for your little one.Plush fabric with embroidered features.3.25" W x 13" H x 2.75" DCoordinates with the Jesus Loves You Always book (sold separately). ...

                                                                      My Pop-Out Nativity
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                                                                        Unfold, assemble and recreate the Christmas scene! This is a crche that kids are encouraged to play with. The 12 sturdy cardboard figures and trifold background scene will be enjoyed year after year. Plus, a special educational insert tells the religious significance of each piece.Includes: tri-fold background scene, 12 pop-out figures and 12 basesAges: 3+Package: 8x12" (folded)Vinyl storage bag with button closure.

                                                                        Mary, Mother of God Musical Statue
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                                                                          Our Mary Mother of God Collection features the tenderness of a mother who carries with love the hopes, dreams and prayers for her future child. This is captured in the exquisite paintings by Michael Adams. This musical figurine is finely crafted in stone resin. The clean lines and subtle color palette make it a treasured keepsake for many years to come.Plays: Lullaby by Brahms.Gift boxed Material: Resin Size: 3.75" x 3.75" x 9.25" H ...

                                                                          Pastel Rainbow Soft Rosary
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                                                                            This beautiful silicone rosary is sure to bring joy to your home. The purple rainbow colors of this teething toy are a great reminder of the hope that can be found in God. It is also sure to sooth your little one and help them to build wonder and love for the rosary. Watching your child hold this Silicone Rosary is like watching them hold the hand of Mary. Soft and chewy food-grade silicone beads -- plus our exclusive nubby-backed cross and Miraculous Medal -- make for the perfect prayer aid...

                                                                            Saints For Boys Sticker Book
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                                                                              Saint Sticker book is the perfect activity for Catholic children. It features profiles on saints and reusable stickers illustrated by the acclaimed artist Michael Adams. Read the names of the female Saints in the book, and choose the Saint that fits in the appropriate space. Comes with 25 reusable easy-peel stickers on 4 pages and 8 pages of saint storiesPaperback

                                                                              Saints For Girls Sticker Book
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                                                                                Saint Sticker book is the perfect activity for Catholic children. It features profiles on saints and reusable stickers illustrated by the acclaimed artist Michael Adams. Read the names of the female Saints in the book, and choose the Saint that fits in the appropriate space. Comes with 25 reusable easy-peel stickers on 4 pages and 8 pages of saint storiesPaperback

                                                                                Welcome the Stranger Jesus With Children 7" Statue
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                                                                                  Welcome the Stranger is an exciting new collection featuring the unmistakable artwork of Michael Adams. Inspired by his painting, this collection reminds us all that in this time of conflict, Jesus has called us to rise above the politics, the opinions and pressures of this world and even our own prejudices to reach out and Welcome the Stranger, and be His hands and feet to all of the lost, hurting and displaced in the world around us. The 7" figurine based off the original painting depicts...

                                                                                  18" Wood Wall Cross from El Salvador
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                                                                                    Catholic Supply is happy to offer fair trade products from El Salvador. Here you will find traditional artisans Central America, namely El Salvador. Many items are hand painted by the same families for over 30 years, as they pass this trade down from generation to generation. Sales of these items provide jobs for the area and education for children.This unique and brightly colored wooden wall cross is handmade in La Palma, El Salvador. It comes with an attached metal hook for easy wall...

                                                                                    A Catholic Childs Prayers
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                                                                                      A Catholic Child's Prayers This board book�with bright, vibrant, and charming illustrations�introduces young children to traditional and new prayers. On each two-page spread, they will see a picture that they can then recreate, using the nine included blocks. Pages: 14 Author: CATHOLIC BOOK PUBLISHING CORP. Size: 10 5/8 X 7 Color: ILLUSTRATED Binding: BOARD BOOK

                                                                                      Apples to Apples Bible Edition
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                                                                                        APPLES TO APPLES: BIBLE EDITION is the wild, party game that provides instant fun! for everyone! Its as easy as "comparing apples to apples"... just open the box, deal the cards, and youre ready to play! Select the card from your hand that you think is best described by a card played by the judge. If the judge picks your card, you win that round. And everyone gets a chance to be the judge!Each round is filled with surprising and outrageous comparisons from a wide range of people, places,...

                                                                                        Blessed Mother Rag Doll
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                                                                                          Our first rag doll has arrived- and she is so beautiful! This lovely doll was inspired by one of the most traditional images of the Blessed Mother, Our Lady of Grace. She is clothed in a white dress and blue veil with pale gold satin trim. Each doll is hand-sewn and finished with lovely embroidery. Doll is 12” tall. Cotton and satin trim, all new polyester fill.

                                                                                          Blink Bible Edition! Game
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                                                                                            Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Essential Realities Edited by Tina Lillig
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                                                                                              This collection of essays celebrates 50 years of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. More than a history of the catechesis, it is an expression of gratitude for this approach to listening to God with children begun by Hebrew Scripture scholar Sofia Cavalletti and Montessorian Gianna Gobbi. Several of the contributors have been involved with the work from the beginning, others are significant to its current growth. Each expresses joy and appreciation for the work of the Catechesis of the Good...

                                                                                              Catholic Church Alpha-Wet Water Reveal Cards
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                                                                                                It is hard to keep little ones sitting still and engaged for the duration of mass or adoration. We have zero doubts that God’s graces are pouring out over them, and us, just for being there. But sometimes it’s nice to have a trick or two up our sleeve to give ourselves a few moments of prayerful peace. When we asked our community on social media last year what your biggest issue is as a Catholic parent- you said it was getting through mass with kids. So we got to work, and are excited to bring...

                                                                                                Christ with Children Wood Wall Plaque from El Salvador
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                                                                                                  Catholic Supply is happy to offer fair trade products from El Salvador. Here you will find traditional artisans Central America, namely El Salvador. Many items are hand painted by the same families for over 30 years, as they pass this trade down from generation to generation. Sales of these items provide jobs for the area and education for children.This unique and brightly colored wooden wall plaque depicting Christ with children is handmade in La Palma, El Salvador. It comes with an attached...

                                                                                                  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.