Holy Week is the most important week in human history…

And yet, it can pass like any other week in our homes.

In today’s episode, Maeve shares how to slow down, step away from unnecessary pressure, and intentionally enter into the richness of this week with your children.

This isn’t about doing more.

It’s about making space for what matters most.

💛 In This Episode, You’ll Hear

•  Why taking Holy Week off might be the most important decision you make 
•  Simple ways to bring the traditions of the Church into your home 
•  How small, meaningful practices become the memories your children carry for life 

🙏 Resources & Mentions

•  Catholic Homeschool Planner (coming soon)
   👉 https://catholichomeschoolplanner.com
  
  
•  Join the Facebook Group
   👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoolingforcatholicparents
  
  
•  Catholic Kids Cookbook
   👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/1594715953
  
  
•  Resurrection Rolls
   👉 https://catholicicing.com/resurrection-rolls/
  
  
•  Stations of the Cross (at home)
   👉 https://www.usccb.org/prayers/stations-cross
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• 🍝 “Gabriel’s Wings” (Annunciation Idea)
  Use bowtie pasta + Alfredo sauce for a simple themed meal
  🥖 Hot Cross Buns (Holy Saturday / Good Friday)
  👉 https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/hot-cross-buns/
  
  🥐 Resurrection Rolls (Empty Tomb Teaching)
  👉 https://catholicicing.com/resurrection-rolls/
  
  🥚 St. George “Dragon Eggs” (Easter Activity Idea)
  👉 https://www.catholicicing.com/st-george-dragon-eggs/

Lenten Family Reading List

🕊️ Family Read-Aloud (Holy Week Immersion)

🏺 Amon’s Adventure

Follow a young boy living in Jerusalem as the events of Holy Week unfold.

👉 Read a little each day during Holy Week for a powerful, immersive experience

🛡️ The Bronze Bow

• The Bronze Bow

👉 For older kids
 👉 Set during the time of Christ
 👉 Themes of redemption + encounter with Jesus

🐴 The Donkey No One Could Ride

• The Donkey No One Could Ride

👉 Perfect for Palm Sunday
👉 Shows the triumphal entry through a child-friendly, memorable lens
👉 Easy win read-aloud

🌳 The Tale of Three Trees. 

💬 Key Takeaway

What your children will remember most about their education
 is not what you taught…
 but how it felt to learn beside you.

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