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| Your shortlist | CGSUSACatechesis of the Good Shepherd A Montessori-based religious formation program for children that emphasizes quiet contemplation, hands-on materials, and a deep encounter with Scripture and Liturgy in a dedicated space called the Atrium. | OSVAllelu! An early childhood Catholic religious education curriculum from Our Sunday Visitor for ages 3 through Kindergarten, using multisensory active learning, ritual experiences, music, and take-home family placemat activity sheets. |
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| Publisher | CGSUSA | OSV |
| Category | Religious ed curriculum | Religious ed curriculum |
| Ages | Ages 3-12 | Early Childhood (Ages 3-4, Ages 4-5, and Kindergarten) |
| Format | Hands-on materials, catechist manuals, and training | print child/family activity sheets, teacher/catechist guides, parent magazines, music CDs, and digital resources |
| Sessions | Weekly sessions over multiple years (Levels I, II, III) | 28 weekly lessons per age level (with 5-day school option) |
| Price (as published) | Publications and atrium manuals $12.00-$39.95 at CGSUSA store; catechist training tuition varies by diocese/course | Child/Family Activity Sheets $19.49; Teacher/Catechist Guide $53.25; Introductory Kit $104.49 |
| Spanish edition | yes | yes (Allelu! Preschool-K Spanish / Bilingual edition available) |
| Leader guide | Requires extensive catechist training. The manuals provide detailed presentations for each material and theological background for the catechist. | Revised Teacher/Catechist Guides ($53.25) provide step-by-step lesson plans for both weekly parish sessions and 5-day Catholic preschool/kindergarten classrooms, plus online DRE and catechist resources. |
| Last updated | 2026-10-15 | 2026-10-15 |
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