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Whether you’re looking for a meaningful gift or something new to share with a young reader, explore our newest arrivals for inspiration at every stage of childhood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"10-things-for-kids-to-know-about-pope-leo-xiv-activities-games-coloring-pages-and-more","title":"10 Things for Kids to Know About Pope Leo XIV: Activities, Games, Coloring Pages, and More!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat should \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eyour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e child know about Pope Leo XIV?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003e10 Things for Kids to Know About Pope Leo XIV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an activity book for kids. The book pairs stories about Pope Leo's life with engaging colouring pages and activities. It begins with Pope Leo XIV's birth in Chicago, Illinois, and concludes with his election and introduction on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica. Discover facts about his family, his education, life as an Augustinian, missionary work, and so much more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis book is a great way to help your child learn about Pope Leo's life! 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But every time she tries to change herself, it goes poorly; and when she confides her secret wish to her friends, they only tease her and point out her flaws.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaggie flies to a rooftop to nurse her pride and have a good cry, only to find herself right in the middle of God's great plan! When white smoke emerges from the chimney beside her, a new pope greets the world. 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