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Emphasizes the benefits and challenges of growing up Amish in rural North America. Discusses religion as the basis of Amish…
traditions--simple clothing, horses for transportation, prohibition of electricity, schooling ending at eighth grade--and covers the importance of baptism. Briefly mentions communes, kibbutzim, and The Farm. For grades 6-9. 2008In the days of sand and stars
By Francois Thisdale, Marlee Pinsker. 2006
Ten stories based on women from the Bible: Eve Naamah, Sarai, Sarah, Rebecca, Leah, Rachel, Dina, and Yocheved. In "Rebecca…
Comes Home," a compassionate young woman's trip to the community well leads her to a husband. For grades 5-8. 2006Sikhism (Religions of the World Ser.)
By Nancy Hoffman. 2006
Traces the history of this five-hundred-year-old religion, which originated in India. Provides an overview of the Sikhs' beliefs and practices…
as developed by ten gurus, or holy teachers. Explains the traditions of wearing a turban and carrying a small ceremonial dagger. For grades 6-9. 2006Is Islam a religion of war or peace? (At issue)
By Jann Einfeld. 2005
Eleven essays by authors with opposing viewpoints on the nature of the Islamic religion. Includes Osama bin Laden's justification for…
attacking America, President George W. Bush's claim that Islam is a peaceful religion, Pat Robertson's counterargument, and analyses of women's rights. For junior and senior high readers. 2005Solomon and the ant: and other Jewish folktales
By Sheldon Oberman. 2006
More than forty tales from oral tradition, with historical notes and commentary. In the title story, an ant teaches the…
great king a lesson in humility. In "The Smell of Money," wise Solomon pays for the smell of bread--with the sound of coins. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 2006Teen spirit: one world, many paths : your guide to spirituality & religion
By Paul Raushenbush. 2004
Pastor answers young peoples' questions about religion to help promote interfaith understanding. Focuses on the basic teachings and traditions of…
Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism, discussing each religion's viewpoint on various topics such as tattooing, piercing, premarital sex, drugs, and alcohol. For senior high and older readers. 2004Walking the Bible: a [illustrated] journey for kids through the greatest stories ever told
By Bruce Feiler, Bruce S Feiler, Sasha Meret. 2004
In this children's version of his bestselling book, the author takes the reader to locations mentioned in the Old Testament.…
As he tours the Middle East, Bruce Feiler recalls biblical stories relevant to each place visited. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 2004A treasury of miracles for teens: true stories of God's presence today
By Karen Kingsbury. 2003
Christian author compiles accounts from teens who have described their personal relationship with God during a crisis. In "Save a…
Place for Me..." sixteen-year-old Julie's twin brother suffers from cystic fibrosis and may die. In "Miracle on Two Battlefields" Ben is captured in Kuwait. For senior high readers. 2003Apocalipsis sin velo
By Tim LaHaye. 2000
El coautor de la serie Los Dejados Atrás explica los fundamentos bíblicos del Apocalipsis, el último libro de la Biblia,…
en que se basa las novelas de Los Dejados Atrás. Incluye los temas del rapto, la tribulación, los siete sellos, el regreso de Cristo, y la batalla final contra SatanásI believe in: Christian, Jewish, and Muslim young people speak about their faith
By Pearl Fuyo Gaskins, Pearl Fuyo Gasklins. 2004
Ninety-five teens and young adults in the Chicago area offer their opinions on religion and its role in their daily…
lives. They examine ethical and moral issues in relation to their personal beliefs and discuss their evolving spiritual feelings. For senior high and older readers. 2004In the beginning: creation stories from around the world
By Virginia Hamilton, Barry Moser. 1988
Twenty-five myths from around the globe describe the creation of the world. Includes "First Man, First Woman" from the Bible,…
"Bursting from the Hen's Egg" from China, and "An Endless Sea of Mud" from Africa. For junior and senior high readers. 1988The life of Our Lord: written for his children during the years, 1846-1849
By Charles Dickens. 1999
Victorian novelist retells the life of Jesus Christ, adapted from the Gospel of St. Luke, for his children to enjoy…
every Christmas. 1999 introduction by his great-great-grandson, Gerald Charles Dickens. For grades 3-6 and older readers. 1846Buddha in your backpack: everyday Buddhism for teens
By Franz Metcalf. 2003
Provides information on Buddha and his teachings, applying Buddhist philosophy to issues facing teenagers, such as family relations, school, body…
changes, sexual attraction, friendship, and personal ethics--without preaching religious conversion. Includes introductions to meditation and further study. Some descriptions of sex. For junior and senior high readers. 2003Coming to America: a Muslim family's story
By Bernard Wolf. 2003
An account of the joys and hardships encountered by second grader Rowan Mahmoud and her family, who moved to New…
York City from Alexandria, Egypt, hoping to make a better life for themselves. Discusses their religion--Islam--and its role in their daily activities. For grades 2-4. 2003Islam (Religions of the World Ser.Religions of the World)
By Charles Clark. 2002
A concise introduction to one of the world's major religions. Discusses the history, beliefs, acceptance, practices, and politics of Islam…
and looks at the challenges it faces. Explains some of the misunderstandings between Christians and Muslims. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 2002Saladin: noble Prince of Islam
By Diane Stanley. 2002
One world, many religions: the ways we worship
By Mary Pope Osborne. 1996
Native American religions (World Religions Ser.World Religions)
By Paula R. Hartz, Paula Hartz. 1997
Historical overview of Native American religion in Canada and the United States. While noting that each Native American tribe had…
a distinctive set of beliefs and religious practices, the author concentrates on common themes and basic concepts. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1997Protestantism (World Religions Ser.World Religions)
By Stephen F. Brown, Stephen F Brown. 2002
A narrative history of the Protestant branch of Christianity tracing its growth and customs from its beginnings in Europe in…
the Middle Ages to its role in the twentieth century. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 2002African religion (World Religions Ser.World Religions)
By Aloysius Muzzanganda Lugira, Aloysius M. Lugira. 1999
Historical overview of indigenous religions prevalent on the African continent. Discusses basic beliefs and practices as expressed in oral tradition…
such as concepts of a supreme being, rites and rituals, sacred places, and mystical forces. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1999