Books with title Brother Sun, Sister Moon: The Story of St Francis

From the dust jacket - "Born in ITaly in the 12th century, this rich young man gave away everything...and lived a simple life. There are many stories about him including ...making friends with a wolf...freed a trapped hare...and tamed a fierce falcon...tells the whole story of St. Francis. The text is interspersed with legends and with St. Francis's own verses......" From Wikipedia - "The Canticle of the Sun, also known as the Laudes Creaturarum (Praise of the Creatures), is a religious song composed by Saint Francis of Assisi. It was written in the Umbrian dialect of Italian but has since been translated into many languages. It is believed to be among the first works of literature, if not the first, written in the Italian language. The Canticle of the Sun in its praise of God thanks Him for such creations as "Brother Fire" and "Sister Water". It is an affirmation of Francis' personal theology as he often referred to animals as brothers and sisters to Mankind, rejected material accumulation and sensual comforts in favor of "Lady Poverty". Saint Francis is said to have composed most of the canticle in late 1224 while recovering from an illness at San Damiano, in a small cottage that had been built for him by Saint Clare and other women of her order. According to tradition, the first time it was sung in its entirety was by Francis and Brothers Angelo and Leo, two of his original companions, on Francis' deathbed, the final verse praising "Sister Death" having been added only a few minutes before. Historically, the "Canticle of the Sun" is first mentioned in the Vita Prima of Thomas of Celano, in 1228."

In this engaging children's book, your child will learn important lessons on how to care for our earth from St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of the environment. St. Francis engages in a poignant and meaningful dialogue with Brother Sun, Sister Moon and Mother Earth on ways, within our modern society, to keep the earth and all of her inhabitants healthy. This book, in a lively and entertaining way, will offer practical tips appropriate for children of all ages, on how we can each do our part. As an extra bonus, this e-book contains fun and creative learning prompts that will not only teach your child valuable lessons but will entertain for hours.

The Story of Sister Sun and Sister Moon shows us how to value ourselves as well as others and that what you think of yourself and your life is more important than what people think of you. Sometimes, others may feel they are more important and perhaps, we agree. But everything and everyone has their needed place in the world. Children of all ages, will enjoy this lovely, rhyming story that is beautifully illustrated, with life lessons gently woven throughout the pages .