Fulton Sheen was a real boy from a real American town who had a week full of teasing, unfairness, and frustration—just like any kid today. This story follows his very bad week to show children that God doesn't wait for perfect days to make saints. He works through the messy, ordinary ones.
Brought to life through rich, detail-filled illustrations hiding little gems for young readers to discover, Fulton Sheen and the Very Bad Week is the perfect introduction of this soon-to-be saint to children, classrooms, and families.
Recommended for ages 4 and up.
About the Authors
Bonnie Engstrom lives with her eight children and husband in central Illinois. A former contributor to Blessed Is She, Bonnie likes to bake, garden, and volunteer at her parish. Her book 61 Minutes to a Miracle tells the story of her son's miracle birth, which was investigated by the Vatican and confirmed for the beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen.
Mariam Khoury Briggs is a graduate of the University of Iowa, where she majored in Studio Art and Communication Studies. Today, Mariam is a freelance artist and loves the challenge and creative freedom that comes with illustration. She works from her home studio where she resides with her husband and three children.
What People Are Saying
God doesn't wait for perfect days to make saints.
He works through the messy, ordinary ones.
Even Saints Have Bad Weeks
Fulton Sheen was a real boy from a real American town who had a week full of teasing, unfairness, and frustration—just like any kid today.
Introducing a New Generation to Fulton Sheen
Brought to life through rich, detail-filled illustrations hiding little gems for young readers to discover, Fulton Sheen and the Very Bad Week is the perfect introduction of this soon-to-be saint to children, classrooms, and families.
