The Saint who Loved Animals - St. Francis of Assisi

A beautifully illustrated board book that explores the life of Saint Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals, poor people and Italy.

Discover 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.

Saint 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?

Each book in the Stories of Saints 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.

This inspiring saints book includes:

• Stunning illustrations of Saint Francis of Assisi’s story and his values and impact.
• Easy-to-read text to engage little ones with faith at an early age.
• A closing prayer to highlight the importance of the lessons learnt.

Stories of the Saints 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.

More in the series:

• The Saint who Built Websites - Carlo Acutis
• The Saint who Carried Christ - Christopher
• The Saint who Served the Poor - María Guadalupe García Zavala

Erica Tapp is passionate about storytelling and Bible teaching. She has spent many years on staff in schools and at large churches in central London and St. Albans. The focus of her church work was helping children and young people to read, understand, and love the Bible. She now has three young children of her own to read to, and is active in children's work in her local community in Harrow.

Giovana Medeiros was born in Criciuma, Brazil. She graduated in Fashion Design in her hometown, but later pursued her dream and studied Illustration at BCFE in Dublin, where she lived for three years. She worked for several years creating print designs for apparel, but since 2011 has been dedicating herself to becoming a full time illustrator. Although her work is mostly focused on the children’s universe, it has also been applied to a series of different mediums such as books, magazines, textiles, games, and apps. Aside from her work as an illustrator, she dedicates her free time to creating autobiographical comics, discovering new recipes, drinking coffee, and traveling.