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1) I am Muslim
Author
Series
Pub. Date
1996
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This book introduces the fundamentals of Islam through the eyes of a Muslim child living in Detroit.
2) I am Jewish
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This book introduces the ancient religion of Judaism through the eyes of a Jewish child living in St. Louis.
4) Buddhism
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Chronicles the development and spread of Buddhism throughout the world, tracing the religion's history from its origins to the early twenty-first century, and includes comments from religious leaders, a look at holy sites,and information on Buddhist celebrations, as well as maps and photographs.
6) Islam
Series
Publisher
Schlessinger Media
Pub. Date
[2003], c1998
Language
English
Description
The Islamic culture as seen through the daily life and rituals of Muslims around the world. Learn its history and present customs of dress, dietary laws and holidays. Explore the influence of its art and other cultural contributions.
7) Hinduism
Series
Publisher
Schlessinger Media
Pub. Date
c2003
Language
English
Description
"Learn how and why Hinduism has survived as one of the oldest and largest world religions, with nearly a billion followers located mostly in India. Hinduism encompasses wide practices and traditions largely due to its great capacity to integrate the new with the old. Students will learn about the descendants of the Indus River Valley, whos, around 1500 B.C.E., used Sanskrit to transcribe their daily rituals and customs. Students will also discover...
10) Judaism
Series
Publisher
Schlessinger Media
Pub. Date
c2003
Language
English
Description
"One of the world's oldest surviving religions, Judaism is both a theology and a way of life for over 12 million followers in the world today. The first religion to be founded upon the principle of monotheism, Judaism has survived despite persecution against its people throughout the ages. Trace the history of Jewish culture, from Abraham's covenant with God to the Exile of the Jews from the Holy Land by Roman conquerors. Examine the sacred texts...
11) Buddhism
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
[2002]
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 10.2 - AR Pts: 5
Language
English
Description
Discusses the history, beliefs, popularity, practices, politics, and challenges of one of the world's major religions, Buddhism. Focuses on the Buddhist religion, from its origin with Buddha himself to its rise in popularity in India, China, Japan, and the western world. This book not only offers historical and biographical information related to the development of Buddhism as an important world religion, but also provides details regarding how modern...
12) I am Shinto
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
[1996]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
A young Japanese-American girl living in Honolulu with her family describes the beliefs and ceremonies of Shintoism.
13) Islam
Author
Series
Publisher
The Gale Group
Pub. Date
c2002
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 10.7 - AR Pts: 7
Language
English
14) Hinduism
Author
Publisher
World Almanac Library
Pub. Date
[2006]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Religions of the World provide a very informative, non-biased view into some of the world's most practiced religions.
15) Hinduism
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
2002.
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 10.4 - AR Pts: 5
Language
English
Description
This book states that Hindus look on their religion as the world's oldest faith, one that links people throughout Asia and Europe to their remote ancestors, the Indo-Europeans, and makes references to the oldest texts of Hinduism, the Vedas.
16) A look at Islam
Author
Series
Publisher
BrightPoint
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Introduces readers to the religion of Islam. The book explores the history of Islam, its belief system, its structure and organization, and how it affects the daily life of its followers"--
18) Islam
Author
Series
Publisher
World Almanac Library
Pub. Date
2006
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
This book provides a comprehensive look at the beginnings of Islam, its principal teachings, scriptures, important figures, historical events, festivals, places of worship, and community life.