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George Washington’s Childhood Copywork: 110 Rules of Civility and Decent Behavior

By Jared Dees

George Washington was the first President of the United States and one of the most respected men in the world. As Henry Lee said during a eulogy for the President: “First in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen.” Among the many things that influenced George Washington’s formation as a…

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May 17, 2023 Filed Under: Children's Stories

St. Francis and the Sheep Story

By Jared Dees

I was reading through some of the Eucharistic miracles on a website created by Bl. Carlo Acutis and came across a fascinating story about St. Francis that I had not heard before. We all know that St. Francis of Assisi is the patron saint of animals. He is commonly shown with birds and other animals…

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April 27, 2023 Filed Under: Children's Stories, On Spirituality

The King of Glory: A Psalm 24 Story for Kids

By Jared Dees

The king returned from war riding on horseback with his army riding behind him. He was returning to the castle after a long time at war.  He loved his people. He fought for them. He protected them. His soldiers praised him for his glory, but it was a glory he wished to share with them…

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March 3, 2021 Filed Under: Children's Stories

The Crying Baby in the Crib: A Psalm 34 Story for Kids

By Jared Dees

A baby was crying in its crib. It cried but no one answered.  Finally, the baby’s mother came rushing in through the door.  “Are you okay? I’m so sorry I didn’t hear you at first, but I’m here now,” she said as she picked up the child.  The baby’s tears slowed to a whimper. He…

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February 24, 2021 Filed Under: Children's Stories, Fiction

The Worm in a Cage: A Psalm 22 Story for Kids

By Jared Dees

A young boy kept a pet worm in an ant farm cage in his bedroom. An ant farm is filled with dirt with glass on both sides so you can see the ants. The boy decided he wanted to turn it into a worm farm instead.  There was only one worm in the cage. The…

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February 17, 2021 Filed Under: Children's Stories, Fiction

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Jared Dees is passionate about sharing practical resources to teach faith. He is best known for his website The Religion Teacher and is the author of many books including 31 Days to Becoming a Better Religious Educator, Christ in the Classroom, and Beatitales: 80 Fables about the Beatitudes for Children. See all of Jared's Books →

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