This newly republished edition of Lives of the Saints for Children, first printed in 1900, presents the stories of 32 Saints and Blesseds in clear, accessible language for young readers complete with classic illustrations. Each captivating story is short and engaging—perfect for family read-aloud time—and concludes with thoughtful ways for children to follow in the saint’s footsteps. A treasured keepsake, this book offers families a meaningful way to introduce the lives of the saints to children in a spirit of Catholic devotion. 
 
Among the saints featured are St. Germaine, known for her humility; St. Agnes, a model of purity and courage; St. Benedict Joseph Labre, the patron of the homeless; St. Francis Xavier, the great missionary; St. Lidwina, who bore suffering with grace; St. Louis, a king devoted to justice and prayer; St. Casimir, the youthful prince of virtue; and St. Charles Borromeo, a reformer and shepherd of souls. Their examples provide children with rich and varied models of sanctity.