All prices are in Canadian funds. If you know of any good Orthodox books for children which are not included here, please let me know about them.
A Child’s Paradise of Saints
by Nun Nectaria McLees, illustrated by Elena Stefarova. From St.
Demetrius of Thessalonica to St. Xenia of Petersburg – a treasury of
saints for the young. Presented in a warm, informal style, suitable for
reading aloud, here are stories of the struggles and triumphs of holy
Fathers and Mothers from throughout the world. 15 exquisite watercolors
by a Russian iconographer bring these beloved saints to life.
Perfect-bound softcover, full-color illustrations, 64 pp.ROP104 $19.00
Lives of Saints for Young People Each volume contains the life of one saint for each month of the year. Vol. 5 contains lives of British Saints, Vol. 7 contains lives of 27 of the great Fathers. SYN101
Volumes 1-6 and 8-10 each $4.00
Volume 7 $6.00
Books by Susan Crowder:
Saint Catherine by Dionysios and Engle-Ekaterine Potamitis. A beautifully presented account of the life
of the Great Martyr Catherine, lavishly illustrated in full color with
vibrant iconographic type illustrations, very appealing to children.
Large format. Hard cover.
28pp. SNP044 $33.00
Victor
Constantius, Maximus Augustus: The Life of St. Constantine and His Mother, St. Helena
by Euphemia Briere. Written for older children, with many
illustrations, this
account of the life of St. Constantine and his mother St. Helena, is a
window into the life and times of the early Byzantine Empire. Paper,
40pp.,
illustrated. SNP002 $5.00
Daniel and the Lion
Written and illustrated by Claire Brandenburg. A modern American
boy named Daniel faces his own "lion" (fear) as a mischievous bully
harasses him at school. Walk with Daniel as he receives comfort and
guidance from his friends and family, his guardian angel and the saints
to meet this challenge. Paperback, 32
pp. CON110 $10.00
O GOD OF
DEMETRIOS:
The Story of Saint Demetrios of Thessaloniki by Angeline
Eliakopoulos, illustrations by Tom Linden. A fine account of the life of St.
Demetrios, his martyrdom and his impact on the Church.
Includes historical information about the period during which St. Demetrios was
martyred and about his church and relics in Thessaloniki. Excellent book for teen-agers.
Softcover, 50pp DP102 $19.00
Ella's
Story: The Duchess Who Became a Saint
by Maria Tobias, illustrated by Bonnie
Gillis. Ella's Story brings to life the amazing journey of Grand
Duchess Elizabeth, from privileged childhood to eventual
martyrdom.
This book is written for older children in an approachable, appealing
style. Elizabeth, a real
princess gifted with intelligence, beauty, wealth and renown, converts
to Orthodoxy, and subsequently sheds all earthly glory for the
greater prize of the martyr's crown. She is a true role model for
today. A chapter book, with black and white illustrations. paperback 80
pages.
CON103 $11.00
The Life of our Holy Mother Among the Saints, Saint Genevieve of Paris by Mary Xenia Fagan. An illustrated account of the many events and miracles in the life of St. Genevieve, the patron saint of Paris (423-512 A.D.). Includes a map of Ancient Gaul, historical notes and bibliography. Paper, 52 pp. SNP003 $10.00
St.
Herman of Alaska
written and illustrated by S. A. Smith. This lovely
book with simple, poetic text and beautiful paintings, draws us into
the holy life of a beloved North American saint. Born in Russia about
1757, Saint Herman began the monastic path at the age of twelve. In
1793, a group of missionaries went out from the Valaam Monastery in
Russia to Alaska. Saint Herman was one of these. A church and school
were built in Kodiak and he worked and taught there.
Later St. Herman settled on Spruce Island, where he remained for forty
years until his repose on December 13, 1837.
Perfect-bound softcover, full-color illustrations, 32 pp. ROP101 $12.50
Father
Herman: Alaska's Saint by
F.A. Golder, papercut illustrations by Nikki McClure.
This volume contains Golder's Life of St. Herman and a collection of
the Saint's miracles, spanning from the time of his repose to our own
times. Included is a contemporary pilgrim's description of Spruce
Island, the site of St. Herman's labors, miracles, and repose.
Paperback, 72 pp., illustrated. HER1302 $11.00
North Star Saint Herman of Alaska by Dorrie Papademetriou The
author captures the divine spark that shone in St Herman of Alaska and reflects
it across the pages. Readers are warmed by the words of this human heart aflame
with divine love. Beautifully illustrated. Hard cover, 32 pp. MES6305 $25.00
St. Innocent of Alaska
By Sarah Elizabeth
Cowie. Saint Innocent of Alaska converted and baptized thousands of
native people into the Christian faith. He was a wonderful and godly
man who lived a missionary live full of adventures
working with the Aleuts and the Russians in Alaska and eastern Russia.
CON109 $12.00
From Earth to Heaven The Apostolic
Adventures of St. Innocent of Alaska A daring adventurer who
did not 
hesitate
to risk his own life for the sake of the Alaskan natives and
Siberian nomads, who traversed the frigid territory of Siberia by
reindeer and dogsled and charged the mighty waves of the Aleutian
Islands in a small kayak, this Saint braved the harshest elements
in order to enlighten the uttermost regions of Creation. This
book includes the Life and Spiritual Counsels of St. Innocent,
together with a beautiful full-color pictorial biography. 139 pp.
HER376 $18.00
The Life of Saint John, Wonderworker of Shanghai and San Francisco by
Maria Naumenko. A short history, written for young people. NAU1105
$5.00 
St. John & Goolya by Tamara Zaharek & Lydia Ionin Written by one of St. John's "orphans", this is a children's life of St. John of San Francisco, with full color illustrations and photographs in large format. Goolya was the pet pigeon he kept during the latter part of his life. pb. 32 pp. ZAH101 $18.00
THE
BOOK OF JONAH by Niko Chochelli A dramatic and vibrant llustrated edition of
the Book of Jonah, with selected text from the RSV. Hardbound, 8 1/2"
x 11", 32 pp. MES $19.00
Under the Grapevine A miracle by Saint Kendeas of Cyprus by Chrissi Hart. When Christina becomes seriously ill, her mother
prays constantly for her, until one day a holy man appears on a white horse and
takes her to his church to be healed. Christina returns to the family farm,
where she runs to her parents to tell them about the holy grandfather who
helped her. This true story describes the miraculous healing of a young girl in Cyprus by a
much-loved local Saint who lived more than one thousand years ago. hard cover CON116 $16.50
The
Blackbird's Nest Saint Kevin of Ireland by Jenny Schroedel,
illustrated by Doug Montross. Kevin loved animals and seemed to understand
their secret language. But other children brought out the worst in him. He
chased, bullied, and shoved, until one spring when he learned an unforgettable
lesson from an unlikely teacher, a blackbird who built a nest in his hand.
With rich and vibrant illustrations, The Blackbird's Nest: Saint Kevin of
Ireland relates one of the events in the life of one of Ireland's best-loved
saints (AD 618). 32 pp. hc MES 6309 $24.00
TO PLANT A CROSS:
The Story of Saint Kosmas Aitolos Who Fought a War With Words.
by Angeline
Eliakopoulos. Illustrations by Claire Brandenburg.
All will enjoy reading the life of this marvellous monk who revived the
Orthodox spirit among the
Greeks who were under the Ottoman Turks. Thousands would hear his
sermons and become transformed by his teachings. Excellent historical
background about the period. Contains a glossary of terms used in the
book.
Softcover, 56pp DS101 $18.00
The Life of St. Martin by Verena Smith and illustrated by Emile Probst. A charming account of the life of St.
Martin of Tours,
originally published in 1966. Full-color illustrations enhance
the life of this 4th century Father of the Church, known for his love
and humility. 24pp. SNP045 $15.00
The
Life of St. Nectarios for Children. 32pp. Full color illustrations. SNP024
$9.00
A Cloud of
Witnesses: Picture Book Lives of Saints for Young
Children Large books in an easy-to-read format, nicely
illustrated. Suitable for young children, 24pp. Each $10.00
Vol. 1: St. Nina, Equal-to-the-Apostles SNP027
Vol. 3: St. Nicholas of Myra SNP029
The Life of Saint Seraphim of Sarov by Maria Naumenko. A short history, written for young people. Please specify English or Russian. 32 pp. NAU1102 $5.00The Life of Saint Sergius of Radonezh
by Maria Naumenko. A short history, written for young people. Please specify English
or Russian. 32 pp.
NAU1103 $5.00
The Wonderful Life of Russia's Saint, Sergius of Radonezh By Alvin Alexi Currier, Illustrated By Nadja Glazunova Bartholomew was a little boy who loved nature, his family, and God. But he was sad because he couldn't read. One day he went into a forest and found a holy monk who gave him some blessed bread and prayed for him to read... and he did! Bartholomew later became the monk Sergius, and soon grew into a holy saint who performed many miracles. Read about the life of St Sergius from the age of 7 until his repose several miracles later. Well-written and beautifully illustrated picture book. CON102 $22.50
12 GREAT FEASTS by Sister Elayne, illustrated by Bonnie
Gillis. This series of 12 small (5" x 7") books for young
children tells the story of each of the Great Feasts in verse. Colourful,
attractive books to read aloud. $5.50 EACH
The Nativity of Our Lord CON104
The Theophany of Our Lord CON106
The Meeting of Our Lord CON105
NOW ALSO AVAILABLE, in the same style as the 12 Great Feasts series, The Three-Day Pascha Series, $5.50 each
Alyosha's
Apple A Classic Tale of Old Russia by
Alvin Alexsi Currier & Illustrated by Nadja Glazunova An
orphan girl's faithful prayers for her crippled brother are
miraculously answered. With verse text, the authentic Russian
folk illustrations will charm children and adults alike. CON202 $24.00
Another Sun by Alexandra Korneva Recounts the experiences of two young girls during the famine in the Ukraine. MP112 $2.50
Auke Lake Tales by Etolin Wittanen This beautifully illustrated book contains charming stories of a family of Orthodox children in Alaska, who are part Tlingit Indian and part Russian. 63 pp. SYN11 8.00
The Baptism of Our Lord by Euphemia Briere. The narrative and explanation of the baptism of our Saviour retold with Scriptural quotes and wonderful line icons.18 pp. SNP026 $8.50
Basil's Search for Miracles - A Novel by Heather Zydek. Basil, a 12 year-old boy dreams of being a reporter. He
is on a quest — he must find and report on true modern miracles for his school
paper. After Basil sees a real weeping icon, meets with people who have been
healed of deadly illness and more, he begins to understand his faith and put it
in motion in his own life. C0N115 $14.50
THE BREAD OF
LIFE: A Collection of Orthodox Short Stories
by Barbara and Priscilla Johnson. Ten short stories set in
various parts of the world from early Roman times to the present.
These stories, with their Orthodox Christian themes and
delightful illustrations, will be an inspiration and joy to all
who read them – young and old. SNP 116pp. pb $10.50
Challenge Questions on Orthodoxy for Students - Volume 1
by Gayle E. Woloschak. Here are 466 multi-choice questions
designed as a challenge for teens aged 12 to 18. Subjects included are
the Old and New Testaments, Church History, Church Year, Feasts and
Fasts, Church Tradition and Teachings, Liturgics: Liturgy, Sacraments,
Vestments, Words and Symbols. Answers are included in the last part of
the book.
Paperback, 86 pages. LL223 $17.00
Children's Orthodox Prayer Book Contains selected morning, evening, and communion prayers taken from The Prayer Book (Jordanville), with explanations by Fr. Stephen Allen. Hard-bound in red or blue, with gold stamped covers, illustrated. 64 pp. MPP101 $21.00
Christ in the Old Testament Prophecy Illustrated, by
Niko Chochelli. Images of Christ, cast as shadows in Old Testament texts,
illuminate this book of biblical prophecy for young and old alike. The
illustrations create a stunning graphic dialog between the voice of the prophets
and the coming Christ who eternally rests in their words. The Son of Man whom
Daniel saw in night visions, the Branch of Jesse whom Isaiah saw shoot forth,
and the apparitions of other prophets emerge as vivid icons of our Lord. 32 pp.
hc. MES6310 $23.00
From
I-ville to You-ville by Mersine Vigopoulou From I-ville to You-ville,
the well-known, best selling Orthodox Christian children’s book of Greece,
presently in its seventh printing, is now available in English. The unique and
wise counsel of Elder Paisios of the Holy Mountain is presented in a way that is
perfect for children and adults alike. In every turn and twist of this adventure
of a young man making his way from his home of I-ville to the unknown but
longed-for kingdom of You-ville the author masterfully weaves the wisdom of the
elder into the fabric of the story, constructing a seamless garment of beauty,
charm and enlightenment. Be one of the first to read and impart the life-giving
lessons of You-ville to your children!
I-ville - a Kingdom where pride and selfishness dwell, and where people live by the motto “Me first!” You-ville - a Kingdom where humility and kindness have their home, and where people put the good of others before their own.
This is the story of a young boy named Stubborn, as he strives to become the first person of I-ville to make the difficult journey to the beautiful, joy-filled Kingdom of You-ville, and to become a citizen there.
As we join Stubborn in his adventures, we learn, along with him, profound lessons in how to struggle against bad thoughts and feelings. The journey of young Stubborn is one that all of us - old and young - must take, and which all of us can accomplish - if only we shrink our “I” and put “You” first! Hard cover, 120 pp. UMS104 $25.00
Grandmother's Spiritual Stories:
An Orthodox Treasury of Stories for the Young and Old by
Georgia
Hronas.
The author has produced a rich collection of fascinating stories for
young and old from the lives of the saints and other church sources.
These are stories that teach unforgettable lessons
and one can hardly wait to read or hear the next one. Excellent for
parents and grandparents to use with their children.
Paperback, 120 pp. LL224 $18.00
Halloween Town
by Dennis Eugene Engleman; illustrated by Niko Chocheli As the
celebration of Halloween grows increasingly macabre and demonic,
Halloween Town offers a spiritually edifying alternative to secular and
pagan points of view. And it does so by means of a fascinating magical
story whose central characters must face and overcome wickedness within
before they can triumph over the greater evil that threatens from
without.
Young Nicholas is disappointed that his mother won't allow him to dress
as a monster and go trick-or-treating on Halloween night. But when
several of his friends come visiting in their costumes, a strange thing
happens: the dark spell lurking in a jack-o'-lantern calls forth a
dapperly dressed fellow who twirls a cane, wears dancing shoes-and
calls himself the "Halloween Spirit."
Promising fun, the Halloween Spirit takes Nicholas and his friends to
Halloween Town, where they are "invited" to become permanent members of
the Fallen Stars Club. They soon discover that getting out of Halloween
Town is not nearly as easy as getting in. It is not until Nicholas
remembers the warning words of his mother and realizes the power of
truth, that he understands how to save his friends from the clutches of
the Halloween Spirit.
pb. 36 pp. ROP103 $23.00
The
Holy Monks of Mount Athos
by Patrikia. A wonderful introduction to the "Holy Mountain" for
children ages 2-5. Vivid, full-color illustrations show various
activities of the monks in a simple way.
Paperback. 28pp. Large format. SNP038 $14.00
The Holy Nativity of Our Lord: The Birth of the Messiah by Euphemia Briere. Profusely illustrated with iconographic line drawings. 20 pp. SNP030 $8.50
House of God
by Vyacheslav Marchenko, illustrated by Elena Stefarova. A child’s guide to the Orthodox
church, to be read aloud. With a pious and humble spirit, Marchenko describes the church’s structures and
furnishings and their significance. Filled with bright illustrations, 32 pp.
ROP105 19.00
How the Monastery Came to Be on the
top of the Mountain by Alvin Alexsi Currier This
delightful illustrated children's book was taken from a Romanian
oral tradition, passed down from generation to generation. 24 pp.
CON101 $12.00
An Icon for Christmas:
Sophia's Gift. An Icon Christmas Story to Color by
Theophania
Gonis, illustrated by Margo Deshardnais. A touching Christmas story of
Sophia and her encounter with Orthodox nuns. Sophia's special gift was
an icon of the Theotokos with the Christ Child, painted by the nuns.
The pleasant Christmas surprise is what Sophia does with the icon. May
also be used as a coloring book.
Softcover, 22 pp. LL222 $9.00
Katie
Visits a Monastery
by Elizabeth Saxild A young girl visits a monastery for the first
time and describes her experience, as well as what she learns about
monastic life. An excellent introduction to this vital aspect of
Orthodox life. Can be used for Sunday School; contains exercises and
puzzles at the end. 49pp Paper
SNP035 $10.00
Miracles and More Exercises for the Church School by Angeline Eliakopoulos. This book provides a series of lessons, plays, activities and ideas for the parish church school. The themes presented are Miracles, Resurrection, and Jesus Reveals Himself to Us. The material can be adapted for use with children ages eight through the teen years; younger children can participate with some adjustments. Included are: Lesson plans with Bible references; Suggested discussion questions; Plays for each lesson; Directions and Recipes to lead children in preparing Kollyva and Prosphoro and Bread for the Artoklasia; Church Treasure Hunt Game; Worksheets; Suggested field trips for church schools; Directions for preparing a Christmas pageant and Christmas Pageant script; and 45 arts and crafts projects for church schools. Spiral-bound, 132 pp. DP103 $27.00
Mwangi:
A Young Boys Journey of Faith by Rene Ritsi. Mwangi lives in a small African village where he helps his mother with their growing family. He
loves to go to school when he can. One day an Orthodox priest arrives in Mwangi's village, and everything
changes. Written by an overseas missionary with the Orthodox Christian Mission Center.
Hardcover, 32 pages CON107 $21.75
Old Maria:
A Grandfather's Tale of Spiritual Warfare Once Upon a Time in Old Russia
by Alvin Alexsi Currier. Illustrated by Nadezda Glazunova. In
this tale from a village in old Orthodox Russia a pious Grandfather
shares with his grandson the dark history behind the building of the
majestic monastery that stands above their village. Compassionately we
watch a spiritual battle unfold as the evil one uses pride and greed to
bridle the gifted abbess building the monastery, and God chooses an old
woman armed only with her faithful prayers to save both the monastery
and the abbess. Magnificent full-page illustrations by a classical
Russian folk
artist. The story is appealing to both children and adults. Hardcover,
26
pp. LL225 $21.00
Orthodox Christian Alphabet Colouring Book by Fr. Moses Armstrong Illustrated with Orthodox Christian themes, this delightful book permits small children to learn about the faith while learning the "ABC's." 28 pp. SYN113 $5.00
An Orthodox Primer by
Anna Davenport This book is designed to be read to your children.
The big bold letters of the alphabet on the picture page can be
used to teach your children the shapes of the letters of the
alphabet. Vowels, having two main sounds, are handled as follows:
Both sounds for A, E, and O appear in the key words AthanAsius,
EpiclEsis, and OmnipOtent. Icon
and Image provide the two sounds of I. There are two key
words for U, one beginning with the short sound and one with the
long sound. As you introduce the vowels to your child, tell them
that sometimes the vowels are long and say their name, and
sometimes they are not and say a different sound. Help them to
hear the sound in the keyword. The stories are written with the
aim of passing on a small part of the rich Tradition of the
Orthodox faith. Read them over and over so they become a part of
your children's thoughts. Softcover ring bound, 5.5" x
8.5", 28pp. AD101 $8.50
A
Perfect Christmas by
Dennis Engleman, illustrated by Niko Chocheli. In
this mystical and beautiful story, told in the classic manner of an
Orthodox Russian folk tale, past and present collide as a modern child
meets the real
“St.Nick.” At the heart of this wonderful contemporary Christmas
parable is a tale of compassion, shared love and family with a little
of the real Saint Nicholas’ life woven
in. Hardcover, fully illustrated, 24 pp. ROP106 $22.00
THE PRAISES PSALM 148 by Niko Chocelli Georgian illustrator Niko Chocheli powerfully portrays all of creation in the act of praising God—be they wind and storm, man or beast. Hardbound, 9" x 12", 32 pp. MES $24.00
PREPARE
O BETHLEHEM The Feast of the Nativity by Niko Chochelli Rich
and elaborate illustrations of the beloved hymns of the Feast of the Nativity,
proclaiming in word, song and color the joy of the Incarnation. Hardbound,
9” x 12”, 32 pp. MES6306 $24.00
Reaching for the Fruits Helping Children to Grow Spiritually by Angeline Eliakopoulos. This book provides eight chapters about a group of typical children growing up in Orthodox Christian homes who meet up with life's challenges. How they deal with their problems provides material for the teacher, parent, or youth leader to discuss the fruits of the Holy Spirit. Also contains six plays based on the previous chapters which can be dramatized in class. A Teacher's Section provides guidance for discussion. Spiral-bound, 68 pp. DP104 $15.00
Song of the Talanton Written and illustrated by Claire Brandenburg.
At the moment of sunrise, a pilgrim visiting a women’s monastery hears
Christ’s call to worship in the rhythmic call of the Talanton. Paperback,
32 pages C0N114 $16.50 On the
included Audio CD, you'll find:
Twelve Great Feast Days by Lev Puhalo Explanation of the main feast days of the Orthodox Church, each accompanied by a full page line icon suitable for colouring. 34 pp. SYN115 $8.00
Who is Jesus?
by Dee Margaret Pennock. The author of the classic book, "Who
is God? Who Am I? Who Are You?" has authored a clear and simple
statement about who Jesus is according to the
Scriptures and the teachings of the early Church. Its purpose is to
protect young people from the whirlwind of self-destructive,
anti-Christian ideas they will discover in today's society by
demonstrating plainly and forcibly the necessity of Jesus for our
salvation. Booklet.LL227
$5.50
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