One of the most beautiful things about being photographers is staying in touch with our wedding couples and watching them step into their new role as parents! We were recently sharing some of our favorite resources with a new mama and thought it might be helpful to also share them with all of you!

Whether you are expecting your first, chasing toddlers, or just shopping for the sweet babies of your friends, we wanted to share something close to our hearts: faith-filled books for little ones.

Books are more than just bedtime stories—they’re the beginning of introducing the faith in a gentle, joyful way. As Catholic parents we are called to be the first and primary educators of our children. Christ spoke to us through parables which is an example for all of us how stories are a transformative way that we encounter Him.

Below is a list of our favorite Catholic books to gift or enjoy with children ages 1–4. They make thoughtful baptism gifts, first birthday surprises, or just a sweet addition to the family bookshelf.

📚 Catholic Books for Babies (0-2+)

These are all available as board-books which are more sturdy for the little years when babies are still working on their developmental skills.

• Peek-a-Boo Saints Catholic Board Book by Little Rose Shop
• Bless the Lord by Word on Fire
• Look and Learn: First Words for Catholic Kids by Casey Pawelek
• Jesus is Here (Lift-the-Flap style) by Mary Wingfield
• My First Interactive Mass Book by Jennifer Sharpe + Ascension Press Kids
• Water Reveal Coloring Scripture Book (New Testament) by KangaToys Store
  (*Note: this company has great Old Testament & New Testament options, just be aware that they also offer Book of Mormon which is not congruent with the catholic faith)
• Saints on the Go by Chantal Baros + Shining Light Dolls
• The Virgin Mary Around the World by Chantal Baros + Shining Light Dolls

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📚 Catholic Books for Toddlers (2-4)

These are all books with classic, thin paper are more suited towards older toddlers/kids who can turn pages independently – or stories to be read to littles while they’re still learning that skill!

• Light of the Saints by Cory Heimann
• I Went to Mass: What did I see? by Katie Warner
• A Saint A Day 365-Day Devotional Feature Christian Saints by Meredith Hinds
• Princesses of Heaven: The Flowers by Fabiola Garza
• The Night the Saints Saved Christmas by Gracie Jagla
• The Story of the First Easter Bunny by Anthony DeStefano

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We hope this little collection helps you continue building a home rooted in truth, beauty, and goodness. Whether you’re gifting one of these titles to a godchild, a niece or nephew, or your own little one—know that you’re planting seeds of faith that will grow for years to come.

P.S. If you have a favorite Catholic children’s book that your family loves, let us know—we’re always adding to our list!