Our favorite Catholic children’s books of 2025

‘Tis the season to wrap up gifts and place them under the tree.

Looking for a beautiful and inspiring gift for a child?

Don’t miss these exceptional Catholic children’s books published in the past year. 

Word On Fire does it again with this masterpiece for young readers. The Story of All Stories is a storybook Bible that’s uniquely Catholic, presenting salvation history in a clear narrative and showing how Old Testament stories point to Jesus, Mary, and the sacraments. 

Written by expert storyteller Emily Stimpson Chapman, and with visually stunning illustrations by Diana Renzina, this luminous book is the perfect way to share the Gospel message with children—whether at church, school, or home.

Through lively stories, comic strips, historical background, and prayers, get to know these brothers and sisters, models of faith and holiness. 

This book is the one I’m getting my godchildren for Christmas. Read my review here.

Even when she didn't realize it, Edith Stein was looking for Jesus all her life. This unforgettable book tells the powerful story of St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, helping children seek the Lord in their own lives, as St. Edith did.

This book is a must-have for any Catholic child who doesn’t share a name with a saint. It’s a great reminder that all of us—whether we have saints’ names or not—are called to become saints.

This charming board book introduces the littlest readers to the saints. These holy men and women were all very different, but they all followed Jesus. 

With gentle rhymes and bright illustrations, this sweet story reminds kids that they can be saints, too. 

Who is the pope? What does he do? Find out everything you ever wanted to know in OSV Kids Discover: The Pope. 

Children can spend hours paging through this book, filled with fun facts and eye-catching graphics about the pope’s life, history, theology, and unique role.

This heartwarming adventure from bestselling author Anthony DeStefano features a tiny sparrow with a broken wing who is afraid to fly—until one day everything changes. It’s an unforgettable story that helps kids understand Jesus’ love and care.

Another gem from Ignatius Press! Filled with powerful stories, comic strips, and more, Young Saints helps kids get to know these 15 models of faith and holiness.

When this book arrived at my house, my middle-schooler sat right down and read it cover to cover. It’s that good.

My kids can’t get enough of this delightful seek-and-find series. In this sixth volume, children can have fun looking for Sarah and Simon while learning about the majestic monastery church accessible only at low tide.

Children might wonder what priests do in their daily lives. In this fun and creative story, Father Drewn shares what it's like to be a priest, why he does what he does, and how we can all share God’s love.

It’s not a book, but we couldn’t finish this list without mentioning the incredible new Catholic kid’s magazine: Magnifier! 

This fun-filled monthly magazine is designed to engage a child’s curiosity and natural sense of wonder. Each new issue is packed with exciting discoveries—stories, comics, games, crafts—and includes a detachable poster. 

The first issue will release in January. (I got a sneak peek, and my kids and I are in awe!) Give a gift subscription this Christmas and help kids discover the good and beautiful things all around them.