juvenile literature

A biography of the naturalist who founded the Sierra Club and was influential in establishing the national park system.

Examines the Nativity story as the origin of Christmas, viewing it in both scriptural and secular contexts.

The story of the life of St. Francis of Assisi, who rejects his wealthy background to lead a life of poverty, good works, and kindness to animals, told as though spoken by the saint himself.

Describes the life of the marine biologist and science writer whose book "Silent Spring" changed the way we look at pesticides.

Four readings based on the Christmas narratives in the Bible in which the Blessed Virgin Mary tells her five-year-old son, Jesus, the story of His birth.

Recounts the life story of the Englishwoman who financed her own overland trip to China to become a missionary.

A biography of the Scottish missionary and runner who won a gold medal in the 1924 Olympics and went on to do missionary work in China.

The All-Star pitcher discusses his career in baseball, his battle with cancer, and his faith in God.