A Summer Season of Nature Poems for Catholic Children

Janet P. McKenzie, a Catholic home educator with a Master's in Religious Education, wrote a poem for each day of June, July, and August — ninety-something simple verses designed to help children and families encounter God through the natural world and the liturgical calendar. The daily structure fits effortlessly into family routines, and the added suggestions for nature walks, outdoor activities, and picture book pairings make it more than just a poetry collection. The poems are intentionally simple, so readers looking for literary complexity will not find it here. But for Catholic families, especially those homeschooling, this is an excellent, faith-saturated summer companion that belongs on the short list.