Sam the Guardian Angel
By Elizabeth Luwia · Published by TAN Books
Overview
Does your child ask a lot of difficult questions or seem restless during Mass? Introduce him or her to Sam the Guardian Angel, who will explain the details of the Mass in a way all children can understand. The unique, colorful clay illustrations bring the liturgy to life and each page includes notes tied to the Catechism so children can learn to love what is taking place.
- Explains the parts of the Mass from a child’s perspective, making the liturgy approachable.
- Unique clay‑style illustrations make every page visually engaging for young readers.
- Includes commentary and notes aligned with the Catechism, ideal for parish ministries and home reading.
- Hardcover format designed for children approximately kindergarten age and up, suitable for families and parishes.
- Supports faith formation by guiding children toward active participation and appreciation of the Mass.
Intended Audience
This book is perfect for Catholic families, parish children’s ministry programs, and catechism classes seeking a children‑friendly introduction to the Mass, especially for readers roughly ages 5–8 and up.
Key Themes
- Understanding and loving the Mass
- Children’s perspective of liturgical action
- Faith formation through art and Catechism‑based notes
- SKU:
- 2849
- Imprint:
- TAN Books
- Pages:
- 32
- Publication Date:
- 3/24/2020
- Product Format:
- Hardcover
- Grade:
- Kindergarten
- Subject:
- Religion
- Height:
- 8.50
- Width:
- 9.00
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A good read.
When this book arrived my daughter and I immediately read it. She is 9 and she read it out loud to me and her older brother. It is a wonderful little book. The story is written by Elizabeth ‘Lis’ Luwia and illustrated by Theresa Hossenlopp. It is an excellent volume for the young readers in your life. This is the story of Angie and Sam. Angie is a young girl and Sam is her guardian angel. Each page has text from both Sam and Angie and also a “Did You Know” section with information or teaching from the church. Sam helps Angie understand the mass better. The illustrations are wonderful. They are photos of clay plate pictures. The style works wonderfully for this story. My daughter loved the illustrations. My so thought they were fu. I would have preferred a more warrior angel, but the book if for young children. All three of us gave the book 5/5 stars. My daughter has already read it twice more. She struggled with the ‘Did you know’ sections. But absolutely loved the two prayers in the book. Both the spiritual communion and the Angel of God prayer. My son loved the ‘did you know’ sections. And he also really liked the two prayers. This is a wonderful book for the home, church or school library. It was an instant favorite in our house. And I am certain it will be loved in your house as well.
