My True Love Gave to Me: A Children's Catechism for the Twelve Days of Christmas by Katie Warner

My True Love Gave to Me: A Children’s Catechism for the Twelve Days of Christmas

By Katie Warner · Published by TAN Books

Overview

Bring the true meaning of Christmas to life through one of the world's most beloved holiday songs. My True Love Gave to Me: A Children’s Catechism for the Twelve Days of Christmas transforms the familiar carol into a joyful introduction to the Catholic Faith, revealing how each "gift" points to timeless truths about God, virtue, and Christian life.

Written in engaging rhyme and beautifully illustrated by Elizabeth Zelasko, this charming picture book uses memorable number symbolism to introduce children to the theological virtues, the Beatitudes, the sacraments, and other foundational teachings of the Church. Perfect for reading throughout the Christmas season, it invites families to celebrate not only the joy of the Nativity but also the rich spiritual treasures of the Faith.

What This Book Offers:

• A Faith-Filled Christmas Tradition: Connect the beloved Christmas carol to authentic Catholic teaching.
• Easy-to-Remember Catechesis: Rhyming verse and number symbolism help children retain key doctrines.
• Beautiful Sacred Artwork: Rich illustrations inspire wonder while reinforcing each lesson.
• Family-Friendly Learning: Encourages meaningful conversations about the Faith during the Christmas season.

• Memorable Teaching Tool: Introduces Catholic doctrine through a familiar and beloved Christmas song.
• Doctrinally Rich: Explores virtues, Beatitudes, sacraments, and foundational teachings in an age-appropriate way.
• Visually Engaging: Sacred-art-inspired illustrations captivate young readers and enrich learning.
• Perfect for Christmas Reading: A meaningful addition to family traditions, parish classrooms, and homeschool celebrations.
• Designed for Young Hearts: Helps children grow in love for Christ and His Church through beauty, rhyme, and storytelling.

From the Book

Each gift of Christmas becomes an invitation to discover the deeper gifts God has given His Church through faith, virtue, and truth.

Intended Audience

This beautifully illustrated hardcover is ideal for Catholic families, parish schools, homeschool classrooms, catechists, and grandparents seeking a joyful and memorable way to teach the Faith during Advent, Christmas, and the Twelve Days of Christmas. It is especially suited for young children learning the foundations of Catholic belief.

FAQs

Does this explain the meaning behind "The Twelve Days of Christmas"?
Yes. The book uses the structure of the classic Christmas carol to introduce children to important Catholic teachings through number symbolism and engaging rhyme.

What age group is this book designed for?
It is perfect for young children and elementary-aged readers, making it an excellent read-aloud for families and classrooms.

Is this suitable for catechesis?
Absolutely. It provides a joyful, doctrinally faithful introduction to Catholic beliefs, virtues, and practices while encouraging discussion and memorization.

Key Themes

• Christmas Catechesis: Discovering the Faith through the Twelve Days of Christmas.
• Number Symbolism: Learning Catholic doctrine through memorable imagery and rhyme.
• Virtue Formation: Introducing children to the theological virtues and Beatitudes.
• Beauty in Teaching: Forming young hearts through sacred art, poetry, and timeless truth.