The Caterpillar That Came to Church: A Story of the Eucharist - La Oruga Que Fue a Misa: Un Cuento De La Eucaristia (Spanish and English Edition) (Spanish Edition) [Paperback]

Irene H. Hooker; Susan Andrews Brindle; Miriam Andrews Lademan; Miriam A. Laderman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 28, 2003

This unique and appealing book for ages four to six has text in both English and Spanish. When a curious caterpillar tumbles out of a tree, she is introduced to the wondrous events surrounding the Eucharist. A delightful first introduction to Holy Communion.

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Language Notes

Text: English, Spanish

Product Details

• Paperback: 64 pages
• Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor (IN); Bilingual edition (February 28, 2003)
• Language: Spanish
• ISBN-10: 0879738758
• ISBN-13: 978-0879738754
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.6 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #566,021 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #68 in Books > Libros en español > Infantil y juvenil > Religiones
  • #77 in Books > Libros en español > Religión y espiritualidad > Cristianismo > Catolicismo
  • #100 in Books > Libros en español > Religión y espiritualidad > Ficción

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Caterpillar That Came to Church: A Story of the Eucharist, November 11, 2008

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Alice Therese Almeida (Whittier, California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Caterpillar That Came to Church: A Story of the Eucharist - La Oruga Que Fue a Misa: Un Cuento De La Eucaristia (Spanish and English Edition) (Spanish Edition) (Paperback)

A beautifully written and illustrated story that portrays the mystery of the Eucharist in a way that enables children to grasp the teachings of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass and Holy Communion. Show me the easiest way to teach a lesson, and I'll use it. This book does the job. A plus is that it is written in both English and Spanish. However, my "precious moment" with this book occurred while teaching. . . yes, ADULTS! As a religious education teacher for the Parents whose children are preparing to receive the Holy Eucharist, I took the opportunity to read this book to them before it was read to the children. Their reaction was truly amazing! Even though it is geared for a younger audience, all began voicing their own memories of the first time they received the Holy Eucharist. . .recalling how they felt loved and provided for by Jesus. . .acting like the playful boys in church (distracted), some acting like the caterpillar (getting to mass quite by accident), and some changing and becoming like the butterfly (desiring to be with Christ forever). They all sat there in this moment of peace and grace, as I realized that this story had truly strengthened their own beliefs about the Holy Eucharist!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book for Catholic children, January 11, 2010

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Suzanne S (Sewickley, PA USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: The Caterpillar That Came to Church: A Story of the Eucharist - La Oruga Que Fue a Misa: Un Cuento De La Eucaristia (Spanish and English Edition) (Spanish Edition) (Paperback)

My daughter (age 7) attends a Catholic school and had this story read to her by a mom during library time there. She came home and raved about how much she loved it, so I had to buy it for her. All I can say is 'Wow' - I was so moved by this story. A little caterpillar accidentally is carried into mass one day and meets with Jesus. Jesus talks to her and she comes to understand the holy sacrifice of the mass - truly His body and blood in the Eucharist. She comes to know the enduring love of Christ. This book is wonderfully illustrated with funny pictures and poignant pictures that really capture childrens' attention and aid in telling the story. It is a treasure - you won't be disappointed.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THE CATERPILLAR THAT CAME TO CHURCH, June 6, 2007

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This review is from: The Caterpillar That Came to Church: A Story of the Eucharist - La Oruga Que Fue a Misa: Un Cuento De La Eucaristia (Spanish and English Edition) (Spanish Edition) (Paperback)

A STORY THAT EVERY CHILD AND FAMILY IN LOVE WITH THEIR FAITH WILL ENJOY .......AN EXCELLENT HOLY COMMUNION STORY ABOUT A CATERPILLAR THAT WENT TO CHURCH AND DISCOVERS THE EUCHARIST. THE STORY IS IN TWO LANGUAGES,ENGLISH AND SPANISH. IT IS ALSO A VERY VERY FUNNY CATERPILLAR ..........