The Mysteries of Life in Children's Literature: Books that Inspire a Love of Life Discontinued but a theology of the

but a theology of the saints that is contemplative and spiritual as well as practical and concrete

BY TERESA TOMEO

that explores this traditional Christian practice of meditation on death in light of Christ

Patrick is handing out shamrocks

we are led to a greater love for all

The Mysteries of Life in Children's Literature: Books that Inspire a Love of Life Discontinued but a theology of the"Fairy tales clear the way for sanctity. They are the child's first morality play, clear cut, no nonsense black and white, good and evil, life and deathwith a bit of fun thrown in to alleviate the pain." Ethel Pochocki The wonders found in fairy tales and myths have enriched childhoods for centuries. In between "once upon a time" and "happily ever after," we embark on adventures that seem an eternity away from our everyday lives, and yet through these