How to Be a Hero: Train With the Saints by Julia Harrell is a book for middle grade kids (9-11 or so) on the virtues, presented like a training guide. It's written in simple language and features lots of engaging illustrations and saint stories. It would be an easy way to incorporate a little formation into your summer vacation.
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