Jorge from Argentina: The Story of Pope Francis for Children

by Marlyn Evangelina Monge and Jaymie Stuart Wolfe

Book Overview

This delightfully illustrated biography leads young readers ages 7-10 to identify with the adventures and challenges that molded Pope Francis--the first pope to be a member of the Jesuit religious order, to come from Latin America, and to take the papal name in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi--into a missionary of God's unconditional love. Known for his humility, simplicity, concern for the poor, respect for the environment, and commitment to interfaith...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0819840068
• ISBN13: 9780819840066
• Release Date: October 2013
• Publisher: Pauline Books & Media
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.8" x 8.7"
• Age Range: 7 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 5