Education Resource Center

Online Resources for Families

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Catholic Icing
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EC, P
Catholic Icing

http://www.catholicicing.com
You will find numerous craft ideas with directions, downloads, and pictures on topics including the liturgical year, sacraments, feast days and holidays, saints,
and the rosary. Also on this site are songs and song gestures.

Catholic, Etc.'s Interactive Online Coloring Book

OA 50562

EC, P, I
2015 Catholic Etc.

http://www.catholicetc.com/coloring/
Color, create, and print from this interactive, online coloring book. Choose a picture from the Old or New Testaments, saints and angels, or Catholic life. Then
choose a magic brush for staying between the lines, a wider paint brush, or a fill bucket. Select from a pallet of colors. Add text. If you are not satisfied,
choose the wash clean tool and re-color the sections you wish to change. Pages may also be printed.

Catholic, Etc.'s Interactive Online Crossword Puzzles

OA 50563

I, J, S
2015 Catholic Etc.

http://www.catholicetc.com/crossword/
These interactive crossword puzzles can be solved online. Need a clue? You can request a letter, a word, or the answers for the entire puzzle. Puzzles are
rated as easy, medium, or difficult. Choose a puzzle theme from the Old or New Testaments, saints and angels, or Catholic life.

Catholic, Etc.'s Interactive Online Jigsaw Puzzles

OA 50564

EC, P, I
2015 Catholic Etc.

http://www.catholicetc.com/puzzle/
These interactive jigsaw puzzles start with an easy twelve pieces, but you can choose up to over one hundred pieces. Choose a puzzle theme from the Old or
New Testaments, saints and angels, or Catholic life.

EWTN Kids
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EC, P
2015 Eternal Word Television Network

http://ewtn.com/ewtnkids/
Enter the EWTN Village where, by the click of your mouse, you can visit the homes of various families. Once in the homes, you can enter each member's
room where you will find information on their patron saint, games and activities, puzzles, online coloring pages, and information on a variety of Catholic
subjects. Enter the school to take a quiz at a variety of difficulty levels. Enter the church and you will enter a world of information and activities. Click on the
various parts of the church and objects in the church to learn more about them. Enter the sacristy to learn about the vestments and objects typically found
there. View the pages in a prayer book. Learn how to dress for Mass. Enter the sacraments pages where you will find information about preparing for the
sacrament, a Catechism class on the sacrament, a Scripture study, and various faith facts about the sacrament. Join the choir practice in a memory game of
singing with the sisters' choir. Spend hours on this information and activity-based site will help children learn about the Catholic Faith.

Grade Your Marriage

OA 50016

YA, A
United States Conference Of Catholic Bishops

http://www.foryourmarriage.org/everymarriage/grade-your-marriage/
This marriage grading tool serves as a springboard for discussion and reflection for a married couple to help deepen their marriage and reach their full
marriage potential.

JClub: A Catholic Place For Kids

OA 50545
Daughters of St. Paul

P, I
2011 Pauline Books and Media

http://www.jclubcatholic.org/
This site introduces children to a saint-a-day for each day of every month; a joke-of-the-day; fun printables on topics including Jesus as best friend,
beatitudes, Mary, Peter and Paul, Reconciliation, Confirmation, Christmas, Bible stories, the Rosary, angels and saints, and more; memory games, online
jigsaw puzzles; audios to help children learn prayers in both English and Latin. You will also find crafts and other teaching ideas.

Alive In Christ: Student And Family

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A
2012 Our Sunday Visitor

http://aliveinchrist.osv.com/family
The online resources for families found at this site supplement the Alive in Christ curriculum, but they can be accessed and utilized by anyone. You will find
reflections on the Sunday readings, adult formation resources, online games, and more.

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Be My Disciples: Parents and Family Site
OL 50344

YA, A
RCL Benziger

http://www.bemydisciples.com/parents
At this site you will find links to a variety of helpful family resources including weekly meditations, biographies of saints, articles about family and parenting,
weekly gospel reflections for your family, and more.

For Your Marriage

OL 50084

YA, A
United States Conference Of Catholic Bishops

http://www.foryourmarriage.org/
This site provides articles, blogs, studies, daily tips, and numerous other resources to help strengthen Catholic marriages. Resources are provided for dating
and engage, parenting and family, and for every marriage. Also found on the page is a marriage resource center and much more.

Loyola Press Articles: Families, Faith, And Fun

OL 50070

A
2013 Loyola

http://www.loyolapress.com/living-as-a-catholic-family.htm
This site gives a variety of articles to help you nurture your family's faith. Included are articles on family activities, family mealtime, inspiration in daily family
life, and talking to kids about faith.

Loyola Press: Our Catholic Faith

OL 50051

A
Loyola Press

http://www.loyolapress.com/
The "Our Catholic Faith" tab at this website includes a variety of articles, resources, and practical ideas on the following topics: family, saints, sacraments,
parish ministry, Espaol, prayer, scripture and tradition, liturgical year, Ignatian spirituality, and more including daily inspirations and Sunday connections.
These resources are for anyone, but especially for catechists. (Many resources also available in Spanish: OL #50052.)

Loyola Press: Our Catholic Faith (Spanish)

OL 50052

A
Loyola Press

http://www.loyolapress.com/recursos-en-espanol.htm#
The "Our Catholic Faith" tab at this website includes a variety of articles, resources, and practical ideas on the following topics: family, saints, sacraments,
parish ministry, prayer, scripture and tradition, liturgical year, Ignatian spirituality, and more including daily inspirations and Sunday connections. These
resources are for anyone, but especially for catechists. (Many resources also available in English at OL #50051.)

Peanut Butter And Grace: Catholic Family Life, Sweet And Simple
OL 50641

YA, A
2015 Peanut Butter And Grace

http://www.pbgrace.com/
This website offers numerous articles, activities, and ideas for living out the domestic Church. You will find ways to pray, talk, serve, and celebrate faith with
your children. You will also find ways to live out the Sunday readings in your family life through short articles and activities.

Por Tu Matrimonio
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A
United States Conference Of Catholic Bishops

http://www.portumatrimonio.org/
This website has a variety of print and non-print resources aimed at preparing and enriching marriages. All resources are in Spanish.

Strong Catholic Families

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A
2015 National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry

http://www.strongcatholicfamilies.org/
The Strong Catholic Families site offers information and resources on faith development in Catholic families including links to resources on family and
parenting. Featured are web resources, blogs, print resources, music resources, and video resources.

We Believe Online Resources

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EC, P, I, J, YA, A
Sadlier

http://www.sadlierreligion.com/webelieve/
Choose a grade level (K - 8) and choose activities, articles, and/or resources for students, catechists/teachers, family, and priest/pastor. This site will lead you
to grade appropriate online games and activities, reproducibles, vocabulary drills, articles and information. The site correlates with the We Believe: With
Project Disciple religion program, but can be useful for general purposes as well.

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EC=Early Childhood, P=Primary, I=Intermediate, J=Junior High, S=Senior High, YA=Young Adult, A=Adult
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Gospel For All Ages, The: Weekly Discussion Questions And Gathering Rituals
OR 50524

EC, P, I, J, S, YA, A
2015 Good Ground Press

http://gospelforallages.com/secondpage_test.html
This resource includes weekly discussion questions based on the Sunday gospel modified for various age levels, as well as a gathering prayer ritual that can
be used in a home or parish setting.

Seven Tips For Keeping The "Holy" In First Holy Communion

OR 50518
Roach, Becky

YA, A
2015 Catholic Link

http://en.catholic-link.com/2015/04/24/7-tips-for-keeping-the-holy-in-first-holy-communion-catholic-video/
This article lists seven tips for parents to help keep their child focused on Jesus before, during, and after reception of First Holy Communion. Each tip includes
practical applications for a family setting and links to help better understand and explain concepts to children. Links will direct families to video clips, stories of
saints, activities, prayers, and even appropriate gifts for the occasion.

Personal Educational Press Online Flashcard Drill

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P, I, J, S, YA, A
2015 Personal Educational Press

http://www.educationalpress.org/index.asp#PickWorksheetType
Create an online flashcard drill game by supplying word and answer lists. Just enter your personalized data list and play the game. You will begin by seeing
the words with answers and then proceed to work through the flash cards. If an answer is incorrect, the correct answer is given and you will need to type in
the correct answer before proceeding to the next flash card. This is best as a home or partner activity where the data can be entered by one user and then
played immediately by another user.

Diocese Of Phoenix Natural Family Planning Promo Video

OV 50593

YA, A
2009 YouTube

6 min.

http://safeshare.tv/w/KaVLOkJzwA
This video is intended to give a brief glimpse behind the truth about Natural Family Planning as seen through the eyes of real couples actually practicing and
teaching its beautiful gift to marriages. It address the fears associated with adopting NFP, the consequences of using artificial contraception, and the gift of
NFP for married couples.

Domestic Church, The

OV 50287
NFCYM

A
2014 YouTube

4 min.

http://safeshare.tv/w/XGLyBzlYZa
This video invites parents to reflect on being the Church in the world and what that might look like within their family. Use the reflection questions at the end
with a group of parents for sharing and discussing. (Also available in Spanish: OV #50288.)

Iglesia Domestica, La
OV 50288
NFCYM

A
2014 YouTube

4 min.

http://safeshare.tv/w/cABJImMeOi
Este video invita a los padres a reflexionar sobre cmo ser la iglesia en el mundo y lo que podra ser similar dentro de su familia. Utilice las preguntas de
reflexin al final con un grupo de padres para compartir y discutir. (Also available in English: OV #50287.)

It Takes Two - Naturally: Natural Family Planning And You - Melissa And Justin's Story
OV 50595

YA, A
2014 Vimeo

7 min.

https://vimeo.com/103758790
The Office of Marriage Preparation and Enrichment of the Diocese of Knoxville present the testimony of Melissa and Justin Gallagher, a hip young couple who
discuss how artificial means of birth control left them feeling spiritually depleted and how using the Creighton method, one means of Natural Family Planning,
was the cure.

My Fertility MD - Goodness Reigns 2013

OV 50594

YA, A
2013 YouTube

7 min.

http://safeshare.tv/w/UCBapolbSK
The Founders of "My Fertility MD," discuss their personal experiences with infertility and promote their inexpensive and accessible smart phone application.
This app teaches couples to understand their cycle of fertility and offers the support needed for couples who wish to both avoid and achieve pregnancy.

October 26, 2015

EC=Early Childhood, P=Primary, I=Intermediate, J=Junior High, S=Senior High, YA=Young Adult, A=Adult
AD=Audio Disc, BK=Book, BR=Reference Book, CD=CD, CR=CD-Rom, DV=DVD, GM=Game, KA=Kit, OA=Online Activity (for participant),
OC=Online Catechetical Presentation, OL=Online Link, OR=Online Resources and Reference, OT=Online Tool, OV=Online Video, PO=Poster, VC=VHS, VS=Hispanic VHS

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Natural Family Planning: The Best Worst Thing Ever
OV 50592

YA, A
2014 YouTube

3 min.

http://safeshare.tv/w/TxnHIAFIkT
This video by the Population Research Institute takes an honest look at both the challenges and benefits of Natural Family Planning with the conclusion that
couples are better off using NFP than artificial methods of contraception.

Parent's Love, A
OV 50216

J, S, YA, A
2011 YouTube

4 min.

http://safeshare.tv/w/JbjJzcweiD
Elderly parents write a letter to their grown child, being specific about how they would like to be helped as they grow old and near death. The text of the letter
appears in this video in short segments. This is a heart-wrenching video reminding us to use compassion with the elderly.

Parent's Prayer, A
OV 50217

YA, A
2012 YouTube

5 min.

http://safeshare.tv/w/qKnvXmWLMA
This gentle song was written by a mother for her three children, asking God to hold her children close when she cannot. It is a parent's prayer of surrender
and acceptance. White text appears on a black screen with music background.

Pope Francis Minute, The: Video 01 - No Day Goes By Without Forgiveness In The Harris Family
OV 50511

P, I, J, S, YA, A
2015 YouTube / Catholic Link

2 min.

http://safeshare.tv/w/MMHSoXtrgN
This is an episode in an animated series about Pope Francis. While the stories in the series are fictional, the words from the Holy Father are inspired by his
speeches and writings. This first video deals with the family. It stresses that no family is perfect, explains how solidarity is learned within the family and shares
the importance of saying "Excuse me," "Thank you!" and most importantly: "I'm sorry."

Pope Francis Minute, The: Video 04 - The Secret To Having A Successful Relationship
OV 50623

J, S, YA, Are
2015 YouTube / Catholic Link

3 min.

http://safeshare.tv/w/CgAOTSTaya
This is an episode in an animated series about Pope Francis. While the stories in the series are fictional, the words from the Holy Father are inspired by his
speeches and writings. Pope Francis shares advice about marriage and engagement that should be kept in mind by couples hoping to have a successful
relationship and a Christian engagement and marriage. Pope Francis encourages the couple to get to know each other in wholesome ways. He further
encourages the couple to participate together in prayer, the sacraments, and works of charity.

Pure Live The Love

OV 50596

YA, A
2014 YouTube

3 min.

http://safeshare.tv/w/GQVQVPBKFk
Couple to Couple League presents this brief video to explain the concept and benefits of Natural Family Planning as a means for keeping love pure.

Sophia Sketchpad: Marriage

OV 50630

S, YA, A
7 min.
2015 YouTube / Sophia Institute for Teachers

http://safeshare.tv/w/ktNslSaIUm
This video defines and explains sacramental marriage. Topics included marriage as a gift from God reflecting the love of the Trinity, the complimentary nature
of men and women, marital love as sacrificial and self-giving, and the dignity of home and family.

We Believe: Jesus Grew Up In Nazareth

OV 50490

EC
2015 Sadlier

3 min.

http://www.sadlierreligion.com/webelieve/podcast.cfm?sp=&section=activity&grade=&ID=17
Bear Lee Heer and Ventriloquist Randy J. Malick find out that Jesus grew up in the town of Nazareth. He was raised by Mary, his mother, and Joseph, his
foster father. Together Jesus, Mary, and Joseph are the Holy Family. Together they lived, loved, and learned more about God the Father. (From: Sadlier's We
Believe with Project Disciple Chapter Introduction Videos: Grade K, Chapter 17)

We Believe: We Learn About God With Our Families

OV 50484

EC
2015 Sadlier

1 min.

http://www.sadlierreligion.com/webelieve/podcast.cfm?sp=&section=activity&grade=&ID=11
Ventriloquist Randy J. Malick and Ruffles the Rabbit talk about different kinds of families, about how we are children of God's family, and about how family is
one of God's greatest gifts. (From: Sadlier's We Believe with Project Disciple Chapter Introduction Videos: Grade K, Chapter 11)

October 26, 2015

EC=Early Childhood, P=Primary, I=Intermediate, J=Junior High, S=Senior High, YA=Young Adult, A=Adult
AD=Audio Disc, BK=Book, BR=Reference Book, CD=CD, CR=CD-Rom, DV=DVD, GM=Game, KA=Kit, OA=Online Activity (for participant),
OC=Online Catechetical Presentation, OL=Online Link, OR=Online Resources and Reference, OT=Online Tool, OV=Online Video, PO=Poster, VC=VHS, VS=Hispanic VHS

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