OAPCE Book Nook

Book Nook

Discover recommended readings for children, teens, and adults that nurture faith and spiritual growth through engaging literature.

Back-to-School Books for All Ages

Back-to-School Books for All Ages ✨ OAPCE Back-to-School Reading Challenge Encourage families to: “Today a reader. Tomorrow a leader.” Margaret […]

The Tale of Three Trees

One beautiful book to add to your summer reading list is The Tale of Three Trees by Angela Elwell Hunt. […]

Jesus Listens

Jesus Listens — For Lent and Easter guides readers through the prayerful journey of Lent into the joy of Easter. […]

Good News of Easter

Good News of Easter is a beautifully illustrated picture book that helps young children understand the meaning and joy of […]

You Are Special

In our Book Nook, we love highlighting stories that gently teach children about identity, belonging, and God’s unconditional love. One […]

Book and Dagger

A contemporary novel that blends historical memory with personal grief, exploring how the past continues to shape identity and relationships. […]

In Memoriam

Teens & Young Adults (Ages 13+) A WWI novel following two schoolboys who enlist and face the brutal realities of […]

Girl Takes Drastic Step!

A picture book biography of Molly Lamb Bobak, Canada’s first official woman war artist. It highlights her determination and creativity, […]

Carlo Acutis

Carlo Acutis is known as the first millennial saint and has been affectionately nicknamed “God’s influencer.” He used his tech […]

The Saints Chronicles

(Graphic Novels) is a vibrant graphic novel series that brings the lives of Catholic saints to life with dynamic illustrations […]

Brother Francis

The Brother Francis series offers a delightful and engaging way for young children to learn about the Catholic faith. Through […]

Bible Stories with LEGO Bricks

Discover Bible Stories with LEGO Bricks! Hey kids! Get ready to dive into your favorite Bible stories, all brought to […]

Mama Kisses, Papa Hugs

Parents are always looking out for the perfect bedtime book to create a sense of well-being before a night of […]

Make Room

A Child’s Guide to Lent and Easter” by Laura Alary, is a beautifully illustrated book that invites children to explore […]

When God Made You

“When God Made You” by Matthew Paul Turner is a beautifully illustrated children’s book that celebrates the uniqueness and individuality […]

Blessings for the soul

Start each day by remembering that God’s love for you is passionate and everlasting. Entrust Jesus with your worries and […]

I hope you will know

Thus begins a love letter from an anonymous narrator to their beloved. Through rhyming couplets rich with metaphor, the letter […]

Seven Clues

On an otherwise ordinary day, the children unexpectedly receive a package at their doorstep, addressed specifically to them. Inside, they […]

Indescribable

Perfect for children ages 6–10, Indescribable: 100 Devotions About God & Science examines the role of God as the […]

Bake through the Bible at Christmas

Explore the Bible with your child while cooking up some delicious holiday treats! Bake through the Bible at Christmas contains […]

The 12 Ways of Christmas

Written by New York Times best-selling author, David Jeremiah, The 12 Ways of Christmas is a reflection of how we […]

Everyday Heroes

In this powerful collection of firsthand accounts, men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces offer a glimpse into military […]

The Road to Afghanistan

In The Road to Afghanistan the young soldier, recently returned from Afghanistan, carries vivid memories: the breathtaking beauty of the […]

Poppy Is to Remember

With gentle words and illustrations tailored for young readers, A Poppy Is to Remember teaches children how the bright red […]

Hidden Potential

Hidden Potential – Adam Grant This book offers some interesting insights into character skills, the important role of kindergarten in future […]

Building Blocks of Faith Series

Lego Catechesis—Building Blocks of Faith Series If you have a child who loves Legos, these Building Blocks of Faith Series of guides […]

Anxious for Nothing

Today, children face tremendous challenges and pressures from social media, crammed schedules, and a greater awareness of the world’s problems, […]

Inspector Smart

Inspector Smart and the Case of the Empty Tomb: Case File (by Time Chester) is a great way to get […]

The Power of Thank You

The Power of Thank You delves into the many benefits of thankfulness, gratitude, generosity, and contentment, all from a faith-based perspective. […]

God Gave Us Thankful Hearts

God Gave Us Thankful Hearts is a cozy read-aloud story that teaches an important lesson about gratitude. As kids follow the […]

My Thanksgiving Blessings

My Thanksgiving Blessings is filled with fun rhymes, that highlight the thankful spirit of the holiday. Young readers can follow along […]

Summer Reading for Kids

Summer is the perfect time to challenge kids to unplug from video games and focus on reading. But how can […]