Pope Leo XIV: Making a Difference as the First American Pope

By Therese M. Shea

Book Overview

In May 2025, history was made when Robert Francis Prevost became Pope Leo XIV--the head of the Roman Catholic Church and the first pope born in the United States. As readers trace his journey from Chicago to Vatican City, they encounter age-appropriate biographical facts as well as inspiring quotes from the pope. The engaging main text highlights the work Pope Leo XIV has done to help others--from his time as a missionary in Peru to his early days as pope. Readers are then encouraged to find their own ways to care for those around them.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1534552340
• ISBN13: 9781534552340
• Release Date: July 2025
• Publisher: Kidhaven Publishing
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.1" x 8.2"
• Age Range: 8 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 5