Worried about having left the overly-generous Brother Juniper in charge of their chapel when they went out to preach, the other friars are not prepared for what they find upon their return.
Primary (ages 6-9)
Material appropriate for primary age groups
Kenji and the Magic Geese
One of the geese in the picture on Kenji’s wall flies off to join the wild geese in the sky and then returns to the picture, with interesting results.
The Fabulous Firework Family
Because they make the best fireworks in their Mexican village, Pepito and his sister Amelia and their parents are asked to create a grand firework castle to honor their village’s patron saint, but a clever pickpocket threatens to ruin the celebration
Fritz’s Fish
Fritz, who longs to have a pet, captures a fish after the river floods his neighborhood, but must decide how long he can keep him in the apartment bathtub.
Good Babies: A Tale of Trolls, Humans, a Witch and a Switch
A wicked witch’s plan to wreak havoc by switching a human baby and a troll baby backfires in a surprising way.
Shin’s Tricycle
The true story of a Japanese man whose children’s lives were tragically cut short by the atomic bombing of Hiroshima.
Snow in Jerusalem
Although they live in different quarters of Jerusalem, a Jewish boy and a Muslim boy are surprised to discover they have been caring for the same stray cat.
Fish for the Grand Lady
In Trinidad, two brothers try fishing in a new place, hoping to bring home a big catch for their grandmother.
Children Of Guatemala
Presents an overview of the history, geography, and people of Guatemala by introducing Mayan, Cakchiquel, Ladino, and Garifuna children.
Grandpa’s Town
A young Japanese boy, worried that his grandfather is lonely, accompanies him to the public bath.