A growing bundle means that some of the items are finished but it will continue to grow as new products are added to it. The best part is that you get the price that it is now but still get all of the other books as they are added with no additional cost. The price goes up every time a new book is added.
This is such a fun, hands on way to bring the faith down to a simple level for children. Plus, it gives children an awesome set of mini resources that they can refer back to often.
How to Assemble Accordion Books
For each mini book, some assembly is required. You will need to cut out the pages and tape them together on the back. This usually involves 3 or 4 sheets that need to be cut and taped.
Then you fold the pages back and forth like an accordion until the pages fit inside the covers. For younger students, you might want to prep this ahead of time.
Once the books are assembled, the next step will be to color and cut the information out. This would be great as a review or if you are teaching the material for the first time, students can color, cut and glue each part as they learn about it.
After they are assembled, your child will have a mini book to help teach him/her about the faith in a kid friendly way.
**For older students: Have them take notes on the back of each page or add more details from their own learning and research.
How to assemble simplified books
UPDATE February 2020: All books now include a simplified version where you just cut and staple.
To save time during class and to make the books easier for younger students to do, I've included a simplified version of each book. These are just a print, cut, and staple book. There is no folding, taping, etc. You still create a mini book, but it is easier to create.
The pictures and the words are the same on both the accordion version and the simplified version, it is just your choice of how to print. Decide what works best for your students and the time frame you have for teaching the concept.
Topics included
UPDATE: GROWING BUNDLE IS NOW COMPLETE...BUT I MIGHT BE ADDING MORE IN THE FUTURE. ;-)
This is a freebie on the blog and is also included in the bundle. Includes Peter, John, Philip, Bartholomew, James the Lesser, Andrew, Jude Thaddeus, Simon the Zealot, Matthew, Judas Iscariot, Thomas and James the Greater.
This includes 14 pictures and corresponding words that show what happened after Jesus was sentenced to death. This is great to use during Lent and especially on Fridays when we traditionally use the Stations of the Cross.
I also have a SPANISH version of the Stations of the Cross. It is not currently included in the bundle but can be purchased individually HERE.
This book focuses on the events of the week leading up to Easter. While the Stations of the Cross focuses on Good Friday, this books starts with Palm Sunday and ends on Easter. It also includes a teaching resource that gives more information and teaching points about each event.
This book focuses on the 10 Commandments - the Catholic version. There are two options with this book. Younger students can just cut the picture and the words out. Older students can cut the blank tablets out and write the commandments out. I've also included a teaching guide with different ways to describe and explain the commandments to kids.
This book covers the 7 sacraments of the Catholic church - Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation, Matrimony, Holy Orders, and Anointing of the Sick. There is also a teaching sheet that explains a little more about each sacrament to help with your instruction.
This book includes 11 of the most common Catholic prayers that we memorize. This would make a great Prayer in My Pocket reference book! There is also an editable pdf included if you want to add additional prayers. Included prayers: Hail Mary, Sign of the Cross, Glory Be, Angel of God, Blessing Before Meals, Our Father, Apostles' Creed, Act of Contrition (5 versions), Nicene Creed, Hail Holy Queen, St. Michael Prayer
This book includes 2 different picture options that tell the story of the seven days of creation. It includes:
Day 1 Day/Night
Day 2 Sky
Day 3 Land, Sea, Plants
Day 4 Sun, Moon, Stars
Day 5 Creatures of the sea and sky
Day 6 Animals, man, woman
Day 7 God Rested
Day 2 Sky
Day 3 Land, Sea, Plants
Day 4 Sun, Moon, Stars
Day 5 Creatures of the sea and sky
Day 6 Animals, man, woman
Day 7 God Rested
This book includes two different text versions - one with space for illustrations and one without. The Beatitudes included are based on Matthew's Gospel.
This book includes 12 of the miracles of Jesus Christ
This book includes the Catholic Fruits of the Spirit: charity, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, generosity, gentleness, faithfulness, modesty, self-control and chastity
This book includes the seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Understanding, Fear of the Lord, Piety, Knowledge, Counsel, Fortitude and Wisdom
- Faith, Hope and Charity
- Prudence, Justice, Fortitude, Temperance
-Pray for the living and the dead, Instruct the ignorant, Forgive others willingly, Counsel the doubtful, Comfort the sorrowful, Bear wrongs patiently, Admonish the sinner
Two different clip art choices, Feed the hungry, Give drink to the thirsty, Shelter the homeless, Visit the sick, Visit the imprisoned, Bury the dead, Clothe the naked
Growing Bundle FAQs
Do I have to pay every time you add another book?
No, when you buy a growing bundle it is a one time cost but you get to keep re-downloading every time something new is added.
What is the advantage to a growing bundle?
When you buy a growing bundle, you are getting a BIG discount on the price of a product because all of the parts of the bundle aren't available yet. The price of the bundle goes up each time another month of mazes is added.
How will I know when a new book is added?
Unfortunately, TpT does not give us access to email addresses from buyers so I can't just send an email saying it is updated. But you can go to My Purchases in your dashboard you will see everything you've purchased. There is a drop down menu that says "sort by." Switch that to Recently Updated. It will show which of your purchases have an update available and say Newly Revised Re Download in red letters. Just click to re-download the latest version.
If I don't buy now, can I still buy this bundle later?
Absolutely! You can buy a growing bundle anytime but the price continues to grow along with the size of the bundle so the sooner you buy it, the more bang for your buck!
No, when you buy a growing bundle it is a one time cost but you get to keep re-downloading every time something new is added.
What is the advantage to a growing bundle?
When you buy a growing bundle, you are getting a BIG discount on the price of a product because all of the parts of the bundle aren't available yet. The price of the bundle goes up each time another month of mazes is added.
How will I know when a new book is added?
Unfortunately, TpT does not give us access to email addresses from buyers so I can't just send an email saying it is updated. But you can go to My Purchases in your dashboard you will see everything you've purchased. There is a drop down menu that says "sort by." Switch that to Recently Updated. It will show which of your purchases have an update available and say Newly Revised Re Download in red letters. Just click to re-download the latest version.
If I don't buy now, can I still buy this bundle later?
Absolutely! You can buy a growing bundle anytime but the price continues to grow along with the size of the bundle so the sooner you buy it, the more bang for your buck!
If I don't want the whole bundle, can I just buy specific books?
Yes, for sure! Click on the pictures and links above for the books you are interested it.
Buy Now
Ready to grab the bundle and get started today? Just click here to download the Catholic Mini Book Bundle now!