Saints Alive
Inspiration Book:
Martin de Porres : the rose in the desert by Schmidt, Gary D — Clarion Books, 2012--282; Int Lvl: K-3; Rd Lvl: 4.7. An illustrated biography for children of St. Martin de Porres, canonized in 1962, the first black saint in the Americas, illegitimate child of a Spanish nobleman and a former slave, born in Lima, Peru in 1579, and educated in Ecuador as a barber/doctor, and describes his entrance into the Dominican Order and his life of service and healing. Pura Belpre Illustrator Award 2013.
Rationale: At my private religious school, one upper grade class periodically does a biography unit about saints and missionaries. I always collect appropriate (though sometimes finding appropriate well written books about saints and missionaries is a challenge) biographies. At the public schools, I include books about religious characters, as well, for those students who were doing work for their church religious classes. I choose religious characters from all religions. I also use, in an historical sense, the stories of St. Nick in December, St. Patrick in March, St. Valentine in February, and Joan of Arc during the 6th grade study of France in displays and story hours. The teacher or librarian could also feature this book when a group of students is studying Peru. Even though the Inspiration Book is an award winning book, I’ve chosen to include it it the Quick Picks sections of My Books Alive because I have not developed , and probably won’t, a detailed unit featuring saints or Martin de Porres for use either in the library or for the classroom.
Related Books:
Saint Anthony the Great by Chryssavgis, John — Wisdom Tales, 2015. 270.1; Int Lvl: 3-6; Rd Lvl: 3.1. An illustrated introduction to the life of Saint Anthony of Egypt, the father of Christian monasticism, who alone in the desert of Egypt discovered the power of God's love, and for many years taught other people how to live with courage, joy, and peace.
The legend of Saint Christopher : from the Golden legend, Englished by William Caxton, 1483 by Hodges, Margaret — Eerdmans Books for Young Readers, c2002 p2009. 270.1; Int Lvl: K-3; Rd Lvl: 4.4.Relates the story of Offero, whose service to Jesus brought him the name of Christopher the Christ-bearer and caused him to be called the patron saint of travelers
Patrick : patron saint of Ireland by DePaola, Tomie, 1934- — Holiday House, 1992--270.2; Int Lvl: K-3; Rd Lvl: 4.4. Relates the life and legends of Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland.
Mary (Get To Know...A Biography For Kids) by Sanders, Nancy I — Zonderkidz, 2014. 232.91; Int Lvl: K-3; Rd Lvl: 4.9. A daughter in the House of Jacob -- Engaged to be married -- Birth of the firstborn son -- The newborn king -- The town of Nazareth -- Mary and Joseph's home -- Sharing faith with her family -- Holidays and holy days -- Life and death -- Dealing with the Messiah -- At the cross -- A new beginning -- Timeline of Mary. Traces the life of Mary the mother of Jesus.
Joan of Arc by Demi — Marshall Cavendish Children, 2011. 944; Int Lvl: 3-6; Rd Lvl: 5.3. Provides an illustrated overview of the life of Joan of Arc, a French peasant girl who claimed divine guidance and led soldiers during the Hundred Years' War.
Saint Valentine by Sabuda, Robert — Aladdin Paperbacks, c1992 p1999--270.1; Int Lvl: K-3; Rd Lvl: 5.4. Recounts an incident in the life of St. Valentine, a physician who lived some 200 years after Christ, in which he treated a small child for blindness.
Francis woke up early by Nobisso, Josephine — Gingerbread House, 2011. -E-; Int Lvl: K-3; Rd Lvl: 5.7. Imagines a moment in the boyhood of Saint Francis of Assisi, in which he befriends a wild she-wolf by sharing with her his breakfast, gathered on his family's farm.
The legend of Saint Nicholas by Demi — Margaret K. McElderry Books, 2003--270.2; Int Lvl: 3-6; Rd Lvl: 5.8. Recounts pivotal events in the history and life of Saint Nicholas, including how he came to be associated with Christmas and Santa Claus.
Joan of Arc by Stanley, Diane — HarperCollins, 1998--944; Int Lvl: 3-6; Rd Lvl: 6.1. An illustrated biography of the fifteenth-century peasant girl who led a French army to victory against the English and was burned at the stake for witchcraft.
The holy twins : Benedict and Scholastica by Norris, Kathleen, 1947- — Puffin Books, c2001 p2011--271; Int Lvl: K-3; Rd Lvl: 6.3. Tells the story of Saint Benedict and Saint Scholastica, twins and best friends born in the mountains of northern Italy who followed their own paths to religious faith and work. Social Studies List 2002, OP
Joan of Arc : the teenager who saved her nation by Wilkinson, Philip, 1955- — National Geographic, c2007 p2009--944; Int Lvl: 3-6; Rd Lvl: 6.9. A look at the life, death, and continuing influence of Joan of Arc. Includes illustrations, a time line, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.
Discovery of the Americas, 1492-1800 (Discovery And Exploration)by Smith, Tom — Chelsea House, 2010. 973.1; Int Lvl: 5-8; Rd Lvl: 7.6. Chronicles the events of the discovery of the Americas, beginning with Christopher Columbus's 1492 expedition which led him to present-day Cuba, and discussing the subsequent journeys and conquests of Balboa, Cortes, Pizarro, and others, as well as the establishment of Spanish missions in California.
Peru (Cultures Of The World Set 11) by Falconer, Kieran — Cavendish Square, 2017. 985; Int Lvl: 5-8; Rd Lvl: 8.9. Peru today -- Geography -- History -- Government -- Economy -- Environment -- Peruvians -- Lifestyle -- Religion -- Language -- Arts -- Leisure -- Festivals -- Food -- About the economy -- About the culture -- Time line. Text and color photos profile the country of Peru, covering its geography, history, government, economy, environment, ethnic culture, lifestyle, religions, language,arts, leisure, festivals, and food.
Teacher Resources:
David Diaz introduces and shares some of the backstory--You may need to register at TeachingBooks the first time you use their resources. https://www.teachingbooks.net//book_reading.cgi?id=8738
Questions for MARTIN de PORRES: the Rose in the Desert--compliments of Central Michican University Radio
How does the illustrator show that Martin is very much loved by animals? Can you find a dog running by his side, mice playing in his hands, birds watching him plant lemon tree seeds, hens gathered around him and a horse rubbing up against his cheek?
This story is very much one of prejudice, inequality, hope, courage, charity and love .Who called Martin a strange boy? Who called him the rose of the desert? Who called him Martin? Who called him a mongrel? Who called him a son of a slave? Study the story again to find the answers to these questions.
Gary Schmidt’s Notes at the back of the book tell the reader that Martin de Porres became “the patron saint of interracial relations, social justice, those of mixed race, public education and animal shelters”. How does what Martin is shown doing in the book relate to being identified in these ways?
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