Books published by publisher Neumann Press

With this guide, your child will learn to behave respectfully before our Lord in the Eucharist.This necessary guide to Mass teaches children how to behave well in church. It outlines reverent behavior for little boys and girls, with quaint pictures and an easy “9 Rules for Visitors to the King.” It provides an attractive, fully-illustrated mini-missal for the Mass. It also details essential Catholic prayers, breaking them down phrase-by-phrase for easy comprehension and memorization—the perfect teaching tool to help you pass the Our Father, Hail Mary, and other indispensable prayers on to your child.This hardcover book is the perfect shape and size to bring anywhere—in church, the schoolroom, home, and wherever else your child can think to bring it. Its sturdy hardcover will withstand the rough and long treatment it is sure to receive from frequent usage.Manners in God’s House, combined edition of three books, originally issued in 1950, includes:Let’s Pray: First Prayers for Little Catholics: provides phrase by phrase, in-depth explanations of the Sign of the Cross, Our Father, Hail Mary, and more, encouraging young readers to connect deeply with these universal prayers.Good Manners in God’s House: uses beautiful full-color pictures to show how to act in church, from the moment you enter and cross yourself with holy water until you pray thanksgiving after Mass. It also teaches children interior prayer and meditation, to bring their soul closer to God before Mass.My Little Missal in Pictures: illustrates each stage of the Mass; its captions help children appreciate the meaning of each part of the Mass, from start to finish. Its attention-grabbing comparisons between the Mass and the Scripture provide inspiration for even your smallest missal-carrier.

“The Earls of Ravenhurst must always stand for God and Our Blessed Lady, let the cost be what it may!” In seventeenth-century Scotland lies Ravenhurst, the stronghold of Clan Gordon, a family whose reputation for defending their people and their Catholic faith is legendary. But now the rights and lives of Scottish Catholics are in grave peril, and a traitorous usurper controls the clan. With the help of his mother, the “renegade priest,” and other heroic allies, young Charles Gordon must strive in the face of persecution and martyrdom to defend the true faith and restore to Ravenhurst a good, noble, loyal, and Catholic earl. The Outlaws of Ravenhurst has been a popular children’s classic for almost a century. Filled with sword fights, secret passages, and mysterious strangers, this tale of adventure and intrigue portrays lives of courageous virtue amid trials and dangers. The bold spirit, selfless charity, and heroic sacrifice of The Outlaws of Ravenhurst are sure to stir in the hearts of Catholic readers, both young and old, a deep love for their faith and a passion to defend it.

Styled to interest school-aged children, they will warm the hearts even of parents and grandparents. Excellent when read by children, even better when read to children by parents and older brothers and sisters. There should be copies of these beautiful little books easily available to every Catholic boy and girl during their elementary school years.

What better way for your little one to grow closer to Jesus than through the words of His Loving Mother? In Jesus and Mary, children experience the story of Jesus and Mary in a unique way—from Mary’s own point of view.This durable hardcover can withstand much usage, and be brought anywhere—into Mass, in the car, outside, around the house, and wherever else your child will want to read this book. It is small enough to easily pack up and bring anywhere, while big enough for growing fingers to handle easily. Every one of its 96 pages features a lovely full-color illustration, sure to engage your little one’s attention.Jesus and Mary combines four books into one to provide an essential, enriching foundation for budding young lovers of Jesus through Mary. This combined edition of the books originally issued in 1953 includes:A First Life of Christ: the Virgin Mary touchingly tells the tale of the life of Christ. Through her eyes your little one will grow closer to Jesus and love Him as His mother does.Three Miracles of Jesus: retells “the miracle at Cana,” “Jesus walks on the water,” and “The loaves and fishes” with colorfully compelling full-page illustrations and detailed, easy to understand text.Hail Mary: This charming retelling of the story of Mary’s life shows why Catholics pray the Hail Mary.Our Lady of Fatima: An example of how Mary acts even in modern times, expressing her desire for us to love and honor her Son through prayer, penance, and the Rosary.Filled with the loving words of our Lady, this book will help your child grow spiritually closer to Jesus and become more like Him and His Mother, the two most perfect of our human race.

Saints for Boys is compiled especially for little Catholic boys preschool age up through the second grade level with illustrations on every page, over forty in full color. These stories will be loved by little Catholics and will remain in their hearts and memories for years. Those included in this edition are Saints: Aloysius Gonzaga, Vincent de Paul, Dominic Savio, Francis of Assisi, Archangel Gabriel, Joseph, Patrick, Benedict and Michael. Also included are some special and important first prayers.

Long used by most Catholic schools and countless homeschooling families, the American Cardinal Readers are tried and true, well-loved companions for children developing their reading skills. The American Cardinal Readers begin following the family adventures of John, Jean, and Baby, with simple sentences to ease your child into reading stories. As he or she progresses through the series, the books grow longer, the vocabulary expands, and the stories become more complex, guiding and challenging young readers to enhance their reading comprehension.Young readers also become acquainted with classic children’s authors and poets, such as Robert Louis Stevenson, Lewis Carroll, and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, and beloved Catholic writers like St. Therese of Lisieux, G.K. Chesterton, and Francis Thompson. Explore the realm of literature from short stories, parables, poems, fables, and folk tales, the narratives accompanied by charming black and white illustrations.The American Cardinal Readers are a necessity and a treasure in the library of any homeschooler or Catholic family interested in immersing their littlest readers in quality literature. These hardcovers are guaranteed to withstand the test of time in every way. Order your set now!

In the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi, “poet and God’s Troubadour,” this timeless classic portrays the lives of the saints through creative, catchy poetry and quaint etchings. Each letter of the alphabet is honored with a saint: “A is Anthony,” “B for Benedict,” “C for Saint Christopher,” and so on. It includes universally beloved saints like Dominic, Francis, and Martin, as well as lesser known saints such as St. Odo and St. Ursula. This book is an engaging learning tool, whether your child is learning the alphabet, the saints, or both! Each page features: -A vintage etching of a scene from the life of a saint and the letter of the alphabet -A brief biographical summary of the saint’s mission, life, and feast day -A delightful poem about the saint, with fluid rhymes for easy memorization Its hardcover format ensures that it will withstand the long and repeated usage it is sure to receive. Revisit the alphabet with your little one; return to old saint friends and make some new ones along the way as you travel from A to Z in this hardcover reproduction of the 1905 British classic, An Alphabet of Saints.

Saints for Girls is a beautiful treasure for little Catholic girls with saint stories they will love, remember and admire. Illustrations on every page with over half in full color. Suggested for pre-schoolers up to 2nd grade. Those included in this edition are Saints: Genevieve, Elizabeth, Frances Cabrini, Helena, Brigid, Teresa of Avila, Thérèse of the Little Flower of Jesus and Bernadette.

Saint Germaine and the Sheep is part of the "Saints and Friendly Beasts" series. As the name implies, this set of books is about particular saints and their relation to the animal world. All children will love these books, and their educational and spiritual value is priceless. Each book has a full-color illustrated cover and the text inside has been re-typeset to correspond with the beautiful illustrations by Charles Vukovich which appear on each page. (Imprimatur 1961).

These Angel Food books, filled with Christ-like charm, simplicity, and attractive truths, are here served for the additional delight of the many who have enjoyed other Father Brennan books. Angle Food for Boys & Girls, Volume I, includes over two dozen short stories, including: The Devil at the Door, Marty's First Mass, The Girl in the Shabby Dress, The Boy Who Made God Smile, and many more. Each volume also has a topical index relating various subjects in the stories to chapters in the Baltimore Catechism.

This lovingly written story of St. Martin de Porres has been delighting children for decades. Now you can bring the story of this great saint to a new generation. Saint Martin de Porres and the Mice vividly recounts St. Martin's life of service to God, the sick, children and even mice! St. Martin lived his life for others, and always had a special place in his heart for the poor, sick, and downtrodden. As a lay bother he served the sick in the Dominican infirmary, ministered to slaves, and helped feed the poor. St. Martin also had a remarkable way with animals. He showed great care for even the smallest of God's creatures and was able to communicate with them. He was able to resolve problems between mice and the monks at the monastery and farmers in the fields. One in the series of Easy Reading Books of Saints and Heavenly Beasts, Saint Martin de Porres and the Mice is written for the growing reader. Filled with beautiful vintage illustrations, it is no wonder that Saint Martin de Porres and the Mice has been beloved by children of all ages for generations. Be sure to check out the rest of the Saints and Heavenly Beasts series for more delightful and timeless stories.

Long used by most Catholic schools and countless homeschooling families, the American Cardinal Readers are tried and true, well-loved companions for children developing their reading skills. The American Cardinal Readers begin following the family adventures of John, Jean, and Baby, with simple sentences to ease your child into reading stories. As he or she progresses through the series, the books grow longer, the vocabulary expands, and the stories become more complex, guiding and challenging young readers to enhance their reading comprehension.Young readers also become acquainted with classic children’s authors and poets, such as Robert Louis Stevenson, Lewis Carroll, and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, and beloved Catholic writers like St. Therese of Lisieux, G.K. Chesterton, and Francis Thompson. Explore the realm of literature from short stories, parables, poems, fables, and folk tales, the narratives accompanied by charming black and white illustrations.The American Cardinal Readers are a necessity and a treasure in the library of any homeschooler or Catholic family interested in immersing their littlest readers in quality literature. These hardcovers are guaranteed to withstand the test of time in every way. Order your set now!