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Primary resources Title
Suitable for
Resource Description
25 Questions Series
Upper primary
The 25 Questions series builds Catholic literacy and identity by teaching students about important Catholic beliefs and traditions in a question and extended answer format.
English History
The Bible Signs and symbols Social Justice Sacraments Mass Values Prayer Modern Christianity
Upper and lower primary
A large collection of age-appropriate prayers show children how to pray and how to incorporate prayer into their daily lives. The prayers are organised under themes relevant to children, such as ‘I’m sorry’ and ‘peace’.
English
Prayer Scripture Forgiveness Compassion Thankfulness Talking to God
Lower primary
The Arch book series tells popular Bible stories through fun-to-read rhymes and bright illustrations. This well-loved series captures the attention of children, telling scripturally sound stories that are enjoyable and easy to remember.
English
Scripture Values Courage Thankfulness Jesus Christmas Easter
Upper primary
Introduce children to the new liturgy, including the Mass text with colourful illustrations, to build familiarity with the new responses.
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English
Mass Catholic beliefs and traditions Thankfulness Prayer Forgiveness Sacraments
Upper primary and parents
A fully updated sacramental preparation program with workbooks and shared readers that immerse students and their families in understanding and celebrating the joys of ‘becoming Catholic’.
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> garratt.com.au/25q
365 Prayers > garratt.com.au/365
Arch Books > garratt.com.au/arch
Australian Children’s Mass book > garratt.com.au/acmb
Becoming Catholic Sacramental Program > garratt.com.au/bc
Personal and social competence
garrattpublishing.com.au
Ethical behaviour
1300 650 878
Educator’s Guide
Literacy
Support resources
Intercultural understanding
Curriculum areas
General Capabilities
Cross-curriculum priorities
RE Themes/topics
Catholic beliefs and traditions Sacraments Modern Christianity Prayer Thankfulness Forgiveness
Critical and creative thinking
Sustainability
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures
Primary resources Title
Suitable for
Resource Description
Educator’s Guide
Support resources
Curriculum areas
Bible Big Book > garratt.com.au/bbb
Upper and lower primary
Breakthrough Bible
A poster-sized Big Book, suitable for shared reading that teaches children what the Bible is and how to read it as well as introducing them to some of the main biblical people and locations. Accompanied by a CD-ROM with digital resources for Interactive White Boards and ebook.
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English Geography
The Bible Jesus The Gospels Catholic beliefs and traditions
Upper primary
An age-appropriate Bible, suitable for middle school students. Special features, everyday language, maps and illustrations engage and explain Bible stories and what they mean in today’s world.
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English History Geography
Catholic beliefs and traditions The Bible Prayer Sacraments Courage Thankfulness Compassion Forgiveness Christian way of life Living the faith
Upper and lower primary
Part of the Wonderings Big Book series, this book is suitable for shared reading designed to introduce young children to important social issues such as caring for the environment and being responsible citizens. Each page contains information and thought-provoking questions designed to inspire students to learn through wondering.
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English Geography
Caring for God’s Earth Living the faith Social Justice Scripture Respect
Upper and lower primary
A Bible for young children. Colourful illustrations, large text, simple language and easy navigation tabs introduce young children to the Bible in an age-appropriate, accessible way.
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English History Geography
The Bible Prayer Thankfulness Living the faith Compassion and SocialJustice Forgiveness
> garratt.com.au/btb
Caring for God’s Earth Wonderings Big book > garratt.com.au/cgebb
Catholic Children’s Bible > garratt.com.au/ccb
Personal and social competence
Ethical behaviour
Literacy
Intercultural understanding
General Capabilities
Critical and creative thinking
Cross-curriculum priorities
RE Themes/topics
Sustainability
garrattpublishing.com.au
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures
1300 650 878
Primary resources Title
Suitable for
Resource Description
God I need to talk to you
Lower primary
A series of easy to read books encouraging young children to talk to God. Each book helps children to pray about issues that are integral to their lives, such as God I need to talk to you about bad temper, sharing, healthy eating etc.
English
Prayer Scripture Talking to God Values Living the faith Thankfulness Respect Forgiveness
Lower primary
A colourful board book, introduces children to this popular prayer. The actual words of the prayer and a translation into simple language, help children identify with Mary and relate the prayer to their own lives.
English
Prayer Forgiveness Thankfulness Talking to God
Upper and lower primary
Part of the Wonderings Big Book series, this book is suitable for shared reading and teaches children about Jesus, his life and provides guidance on how to live as Jesus wants us to live. Each page contains thought-provoking questions designed to inspire children’s learning through the technique of wondering.
English
Jesus Compassion and Social Justice Forgiveness Respect Scripture Parables
Lower primary
A colourful board book, sets out the Lord’s Prayer and explains what it means in simple language. Assists children to learn the prayer and relate it to their own lives.
English
Prayer Forgiveness Thankfulness Talking to God
Upper and lower primary
A large, visually-stunning poster-sized Big Book, suitable for shared reading, explains the sacred objects children will see in church and how they are used. Accompanied by a CD-ROM with digital resources for Interactive White Boards and ebook.
English
Signs and symbols Sacraments Prayer Mass Liturgical seasons Catholic beliefs and traditions Modern Christianity
> garratt.com.au/tty
HAIL Mary > garratt.com.au/hm
Jesus and Justice Big book > garratt.com.au/jjbb
Our Father > garratt.com.au/of
Sacred Objects Big Book > garratt.com.au/sobb
Personal and social competence
garrattpublishing.com.au
Ethical behaviour
1300 650 878
Educator’s Guide
Literacy
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Support resources
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Intercultural understanding
Curriculum areas
General Capabilities
Critical and creative thinking
Cross-curriculum priorities
Sustainability
RE Themes/topics
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures
SECONDARY resources Title
Suitable for
Resource Description
25 Questions Series
Lower secondary
The 25 Questions series builds Catholic literacy and identity by teaching students about important Catholic beliefs and traditions in a question and extended answer format.
English History
The Bible Signs and symbols Social Justice Sacraments Mass Values Prayer Modern Christianity
Lower and upper secondary
A student prayer journal and retreat resource for Australian Catholic students, encouraging them to capture their personal reflections and responses towards important Scripture passages and prayers throughout the liturgical year. Thoughtprovoking stimulus questions ensure students’ writing is personal yet focussed.
English History
Prayer Liturgical seasons The Bible Living the faith Personal responsibility Relationships Thankfulness Reconciliation Compassion and Social Justice
Lower secondary
An age-appropriate Bible, suitable for middle school students. Special features, everyday language, maps and illustrations engage and explain Bible stories and what they mean in today’s world.
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English History Geography
Catholic beliefs and traditions The Bible Prayer Sacraments Courage Thankfulness Compassion Forgiveness Christian way of life Living the faith
Lower and upper secondary
The most popular student Bible used in Australian Catholic Secondary Schools, The Catholic Youth Bible connects the text of the Bible with contemporary issues and interpretations. Dialogue-style narrative establishes a conversation with students and reinforces God speaking to them through the Bible. Special features make The Catholic Youth Bible user-friendly and assist students to pray, study, live and love the Bible.
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English History Geography
Catholic beliefs and traditions The Bible Prayer Sacraments Courage Thankfulness Compassion and Social Justice Forgiveness Christian way of life Living the faith
> garratt.com.au/25q
Australian Catholic Youth Prayer Journal > garratt.com.au/acypj
Breakthrough Bible > garratt.com.au/btb
Catholic Youth Bible > garratt.com.au/cyb
Personal and social competence
Ethical behaviour
Literacy
Educator’s Guide
Intercultural understanding
Support resources
Curriculum areas
Critical and creative thinking
General Capabilities
Sustainability
Cross-curriculum priorities
RE Themes/topics
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures
garrattpublishing.com.au
Asia & Australia’s engagement with Asia
1300 650 878
SECONDARY resources Title
Suitable for
Resource Description
Friendly Guide Series
Lower and upper secondary
An informative series, The Friendly Guides are designed to provide easily accessible information for students on themes fundamental to understanding Catholicism, including the Gospels and Prayer.
> garratt.com.au/fg
Jesus and the Natural World
An accessible guide showing how and why Christians should be committed to caring for the environment, leading a sustainable lifestyle and showing respect for all creatures on our planet.
> garratt.com.au/jnw
Living in Christ Series
Educator’s Guide
> garratt.com.au/lics
Upper secondary (Years 9 – 12)
A comprehensive course of religious study, incorporating key doctrine and themes such as Jesus, morality, Christian life in society and Christ’s mission of salvation.
Social Justice: Fuller Life in a Fairer World
Lower and upper secondary
Written especially for students and teachers, Social Justice: Fuller Life in a Fairer World provides an overview of how Catholic social thinking developed and why it is so important today. Case studies and spotlights on important social reformers are provided to demonstrate how strongly the Church insists that social justice is a core element of Christian faith.
> garratt.com.au/sj
Personal and social competence
garrattpublishing.com.au
Ethical behaviour
Literacy
1300 650 878
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Intercultural understanding
Support resources
Curriculum areas
General Capabilities
Cross-curriculum priorities
RE Themes/topics
English History
Prayer The Bible and The Gospels Jesus Sacraments Relationships Christian way of life Compassion and Social Justice
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English History Science
Living the faith Jesus Caring for God’s Earth Scripture Thankfulness Sacraments
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English History
The Bible Scripture Jesus Social Justice Christian way of life Faith development Christian service The Church Modern Christianity Sacraments
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English History
Social Justice Modern Christianity Living the faith Jesus The Bible Compassion
Critical and creative thinking
Sustainability
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures
Asia & Australia’s engagement with Asia
SECONDARY resources Title
Suitable for
Resource Description
The Australian Catholic Youth Diary
Lower and upper secondary
Specifically designed for Australian Catholic schools. The Australian Catholic Youth Diary is a feature-packed student organiser, a valuable faith resource and a school handbook - all in one. Complementary RE resources are provided each month.
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English
The Bible Prayer Living the faith Faith development Modern Christianity
Upper secondary
Combining poetry and prose, attention is drawn to the plight of those marginalised in Australian society, providing insight on a range of social justice issues.
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English History
Living the faith Compassion and Social Justice Relationships Personal responsibility
Lower secondary
Written by some of Australia’s most inspiring authors, The Third Space provides a springboard for authentic and meaningful dialogue about Australia’s multicultural and multi-faith society. A series of thirteen novellas, The Third Space, presents students with true-life stories from the perspectives of young protagonists, each coming from a different ethnic and cultural background. The series is supported by a comprehensive Educator’s Guide that provides enriching activities and discussion questions for use before, during and after students read the novellas.
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English History Geography
Relationships Christian way of life Prayer Compassion and Social Justice Forgiveness Courage
Chronicles the remarkable journey of Tasmanian, Samuel Clear who walked around the world for the sake of Christian unity. Case studies, inquiry and challenge based questions and activities allow the exploration of three central themes:- Community and Identity, Trust, Love and Faith and the Environment, Obstacles and Politics.
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English Geography
Unity Living the faith Modern Christianity Christians around the world Social Justice
> garratt.com.au/cyd
The Language of the Unheard > garratt.com.au/lou
The Third Space > garratt.com.au/tts
walk4one > garratt.com.au/w4o
Personal and social competence
Ethical behaviour
Literacy
Educator’s Guide
Intercultural understanding
Support resources
Curriculum areas
Critical and creative thinking
General Capabilities
Sustainability
Cross-curriculum priorities
RE Themes/topics
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures
garrattpublishing.com.au
Asia & Australia’s engagement with Asia
1300 650 878
Garratt Publishing is the market leader in publishing and distributing premium Catholic religious resources for Australian Catholic schools. Our state-of-the-art teaching resources are aligned to the Australian Curriculum and suited to the needs of twentyfirst century learners. International resources are ‘hand-picked’ by our experienced and knowledgeable staff from the world’s leading Catholic publishers to meet the needs of Australian Catholic schools and their students. All products must be relevant to the Australian Curriculum and the learning outcomes, suggested by the various Diocesan religious programs.
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