Audio Catholic Kids

Many Catholic parents want their children to learn the faith clearly and solidly, the way earlier generations did through the catechism and Bible history. Finding time to read those texts aloud, though, is another matter. Audio recordings let children absorb the same lessons in the car or at bedtime.

What's in the library

Audio Catholic Kids is an audio library for forming Catholic children. It includes My Bible History by Bishop Louis LaRavoire Morrow, a children's history of the whole Bible, and the Baltimore Catechism No. 2 with its prayers. Alongside these are hundreds of short stories that teach the truths of the faith and good morals, including stories for children preparing for First Communion.

These are classic, faithful materials, read aloud so children can listen on a drive, at bedtime or during quiet time. For families who value traditional catechesis, it is a convenient way to bring those texts into daily life, and a gentle way for children to hear the faith explained in plain, steady words.

Things to know

The style is traditional, as you would expect from texts of that era, and some children will find the language old-fashioned. Listening together and talking about what you hear helps bridge that gap. You can sample the library for free, and a one-time purchase of $2.99 gives you the full collection, with no subscription.

The app comes from As Written Productions, which also publishes the Fulton Sheen and Catholic Saints audio libraries. It hasn't been updated since June 2023, so it may look dated, and it has only seven ratings on the App Store, averaging 4.1.

Audio Catholic Kids suits homeschooling families, parents preparing children for First Communion, and anyone who wants solid, time-tested catechesis their children can listen to. At this price, it is a good find. Sample a few recordings first to see how your children respond to the traditional style.