{"product_id":"the-saint-who-loved-animals","title":"The Saint who Loved Animals","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align:start\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA beautifully illustrated board book that explores the life of Saint Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals, poor people and Italy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nDiscover the inspiring story of Saint Francis of Assisi, who, while born into a rich family in the 12th century, felt an innate need to help people and rejected his affluence to live a life of poverty and service to God.\u003cbr\u003e\nSaint Francis is also known and beloved for his spiritual connection to animals. And, did you know that Saint Francis also made the first-ever nativity scene?\u003cbr\u003e\nEach book in the \u003cem\u003eStories of Saints\u003c\/em\u003e series brings a saint’s story to life with joyful illustrations, simple text, and a closing prayer. Kids ages 3-5 will learn how faith can shape lives and inspire acts of compassion and bravery through the life stories of these extraordinary holy figures.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThis inspiring saints book includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eStunning illustrations of Saint Francis of Assisi’s story and his values and impact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eEasy-to-read text to engage little ones with faith at an early age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eA closing prayer to highlight the importance of the lessons learnt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eStories of the Saints\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255); color:rgb(66, 66, 67); font-family:fortlight,arial,sans-serif; font-size:20px\"\u003e is perfect for parents, grandparents, and teachers who want to introduce young children to faith in a meaningful and accessible way. These collectable board books also make beautiful gifts for baptisms, first communions, and other special occasions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMore in the series:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eThe Saint who Built Websites - Carlo Acutis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eThe Saint who Carried Christ - Christopher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eThe Saint who Served the Poor - María Guadalupe García Zavalaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43191689478262,"sku":"NV603579n0nn1nWWW","price":13.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1075\/8404\/files\/NV603579.jpg?v=1773245040","url":"https:\/\/en.novalis.ca\/products\/the-saint-who-loved-animals","provider":"en-novalis","version":"1.0","type":"link"}