Most people know that October 31
is Halloween, or All Hallows Eve. Fewer know that there's only a Halloween
because of the days that follow. November 1 marks the Catholic holy day of
obligation, All Saints' Day and November 2 is All Souls' Day (celebrated as Dia
de los Muertos or Day of the Dead in Mexico). Halloween was a pagan blowout
that anticipated the fasting of the proceeding holy day. Use these free
printable Catholic saints coloring pages, crafts and lesson plans to learn more
about All Saint's Day and Halloween.* Catholic Mom's All Saint's Day activities page has printable crafts and coloring pages specific to that holy day, plus tips for celebrating a Christian Halloween. Visit the Catholic Kids home page for free printable liturgical lesson plans for CCD and religious education lesson plan. Each week's gospel is discussed and age-appropriate activities linked: free printable puzzles, word searches, study sheets, crafts, Bible verses, games and activities.
* ABCatholic has a free printable Catholic alphabet coloring book with images of saints, Bible stories and sacraments.
* Waltzing Matilda features handmade free printable Catholic saints coloring pages. The blog moderator has drawn images for sacraments and liturgical use also.
* Paper Dali is another mom blog with homemade free printable saints coloring pages. Some are free and some must be purchased.free her Etsy shop. Scroll around for the freebies. All are very attractive and well worth the nominal fee.
* Catholic Icing offers handmade All Saints' Day printables and crafts. Read through the blog posts and sidebar menu for crafts, games and printables.
* EWTN (Eternal Word Television Network) Kids offers free mass readings, prayer activities, crafts and coloring pages for children. Users must create a free account with user name and password.
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