Listening for God: Silence Practice for Little Ones
By Katie Warner · Published by TAN Books
Overview
This children’s book uses the biblical story of the prophet Elijah to teach little ones how to sit in sacred silence so they may learn to listen for the voice of God and grow in prayer. Written with insight into children’s spirituality and rooted in the Church’s tradition of adoration, it encourages young hearts to build the habit of quiet reflection that supports a lifelong relationship with Jesus.
- Uses Elijah’s encounter with God’s still, small voice to introduce silence as prayer.
- Engages children with bright illustrations and an interactive storyline.
- Teaches that even brief silent time can grow into deeper listening and dialogue with God.
- Designed to be read repeatedly so children and adults alike learn to value quiet prayer.
- Supports early spiritual formation by nurturing the gift of listening to God’s voice.
Intended Audience
This book is ideal for Catholic families, catechists, and parents who wish to introduce preschool and early elementary children to the practice of prayerful silence rooted in Scripture and the Church’s tradition, and as a supportive resource for family devotional life.
Key Themes
- Introduction to sacred silence and listening for God’s voice
- Scripture example of the prophet Elijah
- Early spiritual formation in prayer
- Family‑oriented devotional practice rooted in tradition
- Illustrator:
- Amy Rodriguez
- Imprint:
- TAN Books
- Pages:
- 32
- Publication Date:
- 2/2/21
- SKU:
- 2932
- Product Format:
- Hardcover
- Height:
- 8.00
- Width:
- 8.00
19 Reviews
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Introducing children to silence, listening for God in that silence, and prayer.
I bought this book to gift to parents of young children. The concept was interesting to them. I'…
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What a treasure! Our kids actually settled down and were more engaged at family prayer time thanks to this book. Thank you Katie!
I can'tsay enough good things about this book! I had the opportunity to speak with the author a…
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a delightful way to introduce children to quiet prayer time
I got this to use with my 1st grade class during our unit on prayer, and was VERY pleased with it! I…
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Listening for God
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A delightful read (and reread)
A delightful read (and reread) for young children, but also a great reflection for all children of G…
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Wonderful way to help kids encounter God
We love this book! It is beautifully illustrated and easy to follow. This is an excellent tool to he…
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