For readers who enjoy inspiring children’s biographies, faith-filled picture books, and stories about kindness, courage, and hope.
This beautifully illustrated picture book introduces children ages 5 to 10 to Saint Carlo Acutis, a joyful modern saint who loved many of the same things children know today: friends, soccer, animals, computers, and video games.
But Carlo’s life was shaped by something far greater than ordinary interests. At the center of his heart was his love for Jesus in the Eucharist.
Through gentle storytelling, radiant full-color artwork, and short rhyming prayers, young readers follow Carlo as he chooses kindness, welcomes classmates, helps those in need, uses technology for good, and lives his faith with joy.
The story also gently presents Carlo’s illness and death with tenderness, hope, and trust in God, making it appropriate for young readers while honoring the beauty of his witness.
This book may especially appeal to reviewers who enjoy children’s picture books, saint biographies, Catholic books for kids, Christian family read-alouds, homeschool books, First Communion gift books, and stories that encourage children to grow in faith, kindness, and love.
A warm, reverent, and beautifully illustrated story for families, classrooms, parish libraries, and anyone looking for a meaningful picture book about a young saint whose life still speaks to children today.
