Meeting Jesus Through the Jesse Tree

In just four weeks, you can teach Bible stories and salvation history to children of all ages and abilities. You can introduce them to Catholic faith traditions, give them meaningful ways to anticipate the birth of our Savior, and deepen their awareness of Christmas.

You can do it in any setting, even with limited time and resources. Meeting Jesus through the Jesse Tree: Stories and Activities for Advent brims with activities and symbols to support this storytelling tradition. You ll find many creative Jesse tree ideas suitable for Catholic schools, parish programs, and families at home.

Best of all, each activity is based on a story. Here are 24 enthralling tales; from Adam and Eve, to Abraham and Isaac, to Mary and Joseph. Each is told in kid-friendly language, with shorter versions for the youngest listeners. Each points the way to Jesus, with suggested prayers and discussion starters, scripture citations, tips for audience participation, and much more.

Meeting Jesus through the Jesse Tree: Stories and Activities for Advent is more than an activity book. It s a storytelling treasure that helps children find their place among the people of God.Anne E. Neuberger;, Anne Neuberger