About the Commandments Colouring Book (Paperback)

St. Joseph Coloring Books The Commandments 978-0-89942-688-4

The Commandments Coloring Book is an ideal gift for a child and family who are preparing for the Season of Advent and anticipating Christmas.
The St. Joseph Coloring and Picture Book Series are a magnificent series of religious books for children, superbly illustrated in full color and simply written, that will help all children to better understand the Catholic Faith. These books are ideal for home or school.

The St. Joseph Coloring and Picture Book Series are intended to help teach the basics of the Catholic Faith to children in an enjoyable manner. The books in the Series deal with one or more of the following themes: (1) the teachings of the Church, (2) the Christian way of life, and (3) our Catholic worship (including both public and private prayers and devotions). Each book also carries the Imprimatur, assuring that the contents are in line with Church teaching.

Among the features of this book are:

• Brief and easy-to-read text and simple descriptions of the Commandments
• Illustrations
• High-quality paper
• Durable, paperback binding
• Conveniently sized at 8 1/2" X 11" to accommodate little hands
• Nihil Obstat
• Imprimatur
• Attractive holographic foil on the front cover

Check out all 101 titles in this series of Catholic children's books. Each of the St. Joseph Picture and Coloring Books make wonderful gifts for baptisms, First Communion, birthdays, Christmas, or Easter.

The Commandments Coloring Book is a fun and creative way for children to learn about God's laws. The Ten Commandments are a vital foundation for children, teaching them how to live in harmony with God, others, and themselves. These divine laws provide clear moral guidance, helping children distinguish right from wrong in a way that is both simple and profound.

The first three commandments focus on loving and honoring God. They teach children the importance of putting God first, respecting His name, and keeping the Sabbath holy. By following these principles, children learn to nurture their relationship with God, developing faith, reverence, and gratitude.
The remaining commandments emphasize love for others, promoting values such as respect for parents, honesty, kindness, and self-control. For example, honoring one's father and mother fosters family unity and teaches children the value of respect and gratitude. Similarly, commandments against lying, stealing, or coveting instill integrity and contentment, which are essential for healthy relationships and personal growth.
The Ten Commandments also provide a framework for accountability and forgiveness. When children make mistakes, these guidelines help them understand their actions, seek forgiveness, and strive to improve.
By living out the Ten Commandments, children not only grow as individuals but also contribute positively to their communities. These timeless truths prepare them to lead lives of love, responsibility, and devotion to God.

Educators have identified at least 23 different learning styles. Learning the faith while engaging in coloring reinforces the message in a kinesthetic manner. A kinesthetic learner is someone who learns best through physical activity, such as touching, moving, or performing hands-on tasks such as coloring. They are also known as tactile learners and this coloring book is a great way to learn about the season of Lent through the 32 pages specifically designed to make faith come alive.

The Commandments Coloring Book is adapted from The Ten Commandments by Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D., one of the titles in the Saint Joseph Picture Books series. The Commandments Coloring Book is illustrated by Paul T. Bianca and is a fun and creative way for children to learn about the laws of God that were given to Moses. Children reading and coloring in this book will specifically learn about the following Commandments:

1. I, the Lord, am your God. You shall not have other gods besides Me.
2. You shall not take the name of the Lord, your God, in vain.
3. Remember to keep holy the Sabbath day.
4. Honor your father and your mother.
5. You shall not kill.
6. You shall not commit adultery.
7. You shall not steal.
8. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.
9. You shall not covet your neighbor's wife.
10. You shall not covet anything that belongs to your neighbor.