St. Thérèse of Lisieux: Small Deeds, Big Love (Download)
St. Thérèse of Lisieux: Small Deeds, Big Love teaches young children about the short and devout life of St. Thérèse and how they can implement her Little Way into their own lives.
Through a discussion of her childhood and young adult years up until her death at age 24, children will learn that we can all make a difference in our own little ways. St. Thérèse’s example guides us as we teach our children that every single person has value, matters, and is a beloved child of God.
St. Thérèse understood that not everyone could travel the world to teach about God or do things that many would consider “great.” But she also understood that we all have a role to play in building a culture of life here on earth and that we must all help others feel cherished and valued because we are God’s children. Her love and respect for those around her, even those she did not like, serve as a beautiful example for kids as they navigate a world that is often unkind.
This lesson discusses St. Thérèse’s Little Way and offers concrete examples for how your kids can take action now to stand up for others so they can grow in faith and love. These important concepts help build that pro-life foundation that kids need so that, as they grow, they also grow in understanding about the value of the preborn, those with disabilities, the elderly, and anyone else whom society deems unworthy of life. When children truly understand that we all have worth and dignity, they can better resist the temptations of the culture of death and can become advocates for the vulnerable.
Use this lesson booklet in a religion class. Recommended for 1st and 2nd grade students.
Your purchase of this 17-page download includes:
- A biography of St. Thérèse of Lisieux
- An explanation of her Little Way
- Concrete ideas for ways to implement her Little Way in everyday life
- Discussion questions and answers
- Craft activity with templates: Little Way Garden
Permission to use this lesson is granted to the immediate family or classroom of the original purchaser. Schools with more than one classroom using this lesson should purchase additional copies. If you have any questions, please contact Susan Ciancio at clsp@all.org.
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