LifeCraft Read-Alouds

This wonderful story is a deeply moving classic for all ages.

One of America’s greatest naturalists gave unforgettable descriptions of our native birds. These are shot through with a sense of wonder and provide an accessible sketch that moves us to closer observation for ourselves. Listen to what he says about this common songster.

In this classic and fetching Irish story we have opportunity to reflect on what really matters in life.

In one of the most striking passages in the history of philosophy we see Aristotle’s conviction that happiness consists most in contemplation. This gives much food for thought regarding our deepest longings and a divine plan for their fulfillment.

The Northern Cardinal by John James Audubon. One of America’s greatest  naturalists gave unforgettable descriptions of our native birds. These are shot through with a sense of wonder and move us to closer observation for ourselves

Beautiful and challenging, touching and provocative, this story of a sickly yet soulful boy is sure to move you, and get you thinking. Can be suitable for all ages, but with guidance/discussion for the young.

This light-hearted essay penned in 1910 offers a perspective on cheese and the whole realm of eating prior to the industrialization of food production.

This is a classic Belloc essay that intertwines the mundane and the transcendent, finding in everyday life echoes of our ultimate human destiny.

A classic account of a man's first love from one of Belloc’s best novels.

This is a meditative and deeply sensitive retelling of one of the Lord’s most moving miracles.