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Books with author Holly Wallace

  • This Is My Faith: Hinduism

    Holly Wallace

    Paperback (B.E.S. Publishing, Oct. 1, 2006)
    Each book in the enlightening This Is My Faith series features true-life photographs and interviews with a child who talks about his or her faith and discusses its role in the life of the family. Boys and girls speak of the rituals, obligations, and joys that are basic to their religions. The children in these books come from many different cultures and countries around the world, thus reflecting the global nature of humanity's religious impulse. Photos show children in their daily activities, and with families and friends at religious services and festivals. Books are available in both paperback and hardcover editions. A child of India tells what he knows about India's most ancient religion, Hinduism, and about its ancient scriptures, the Vedas. Hinduism has great number of festivals that celebrate its many gods, all of whom are said to come out of One Reality.
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  • This Is My Faith: Hinduism

    Holly Wallace

    Hardcover (B.E.S. Publishing, Oct. 1, 2006)
    Each book in the enlightening This Is My Faith series features true-life photographs and interviews with a child who talks about his or her faith and discusses its role in the life of the family. Boys and girls speak of the rituals, obligations, and joys that are basic to their religions. The children in these books come from many different cultures and countries around the world, thus reflecting the global nature of humanity's religious impulse. Photos show children in their daily activities, and with families and friends at religious services and festivals. Books are available in both paperback and hardcover editions. A child of India tells what he knows about India's most ancient religion, Hinduism, and about its ancient scriptures, the Vedas. Hinduism has great number of festivals that celebrate its many gods, all of whom are said to come out of One Reality.
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  • The Mystery of Atlantis

    Holly Wallace

    Paperback (Heinemann, May 5, 2006)
    The story of the ancient island of Atlantis has puzzled experts for hundreds of years. Did this magnificent country, with its wealth and palaces, ever really exist? Can we get to the bottom of this mystery using science and logic, or will it continue to mystify us forever? Discover all of the theories, from the reasonable to the ridiculous, then decide for yourself what to believe. Learn how scientists analyze and explain fakes and hoaxes. This book includes eyewitness accounts, dramatic photographs, up-to-date information, a glossary, further resources, and web search tips.
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  • Classification

    Holly Wallace

    Paperback (Heinemann, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Discover the classification system scientists use to identify and name living things so each particular organism can be categorized all over the world. Learn that scientists discover hundreds of new species every year totaling about 2 million species of living things. Explore the fascinating world of living things, including the processes that keep animals and plants alive, and how people study them. Fact boxes that introduce the most amazing plants and animals are featured in this book along with colorful photographs that show the incredible diversity of life. This book includes a glossary and resources for further research.
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  • Christianity

    Holly Wallace

    Paperback (B.E.S. Publishing, Oct. 1, 2006)
    Each book in the enlightening This Is My Faith series features true-life photographs and interviews with a child who talks about his or her faith and discusses its role in the life of the family. Boys and girls speak of the rituals, obligations, and joys that are basic to their religions. The children in these books come from many different cultures and countries around the world, thus reflecting the global nature of humanity's religious impulse. Photos show children in their daily activities, and with families and friends at religious services and festivals. Books are available in both paperback and hardcover editions. A child tells what he has learned about the teachings of Christ and its message of love for all humankind. He talks about the hymns, the church services, the Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant sects, and the important holidays celebrated by all Christians.
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  • This Is My Faith: Islam

    Holly Wallace

    Hardcover (B.E.S. Publishing, Oct. 1, 2006)
    Each book in the enlightening This Is My Faith series features true-life photographs and interviews with a child who talks about his or her faith and discusses its role in the life of the family. Boys and girls speak of the rituals, obligations, and joys that are basic to their religions. The children in these books come from many different cultures and countries around the world, thus reflecting the global nature of humanity's religious impulse. Photos show children in their daily activities, and with families and friends at religious services and festivals. Books are available in both paperback and hardcover editions. A boy from New Delhi talks about his faith in the one God, Allah, and its sacred scripture, the Koran. He recalls some of the teachings of Allah's many prophets, including Mohammad.
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  • This Is My Faith: Judaism

    Holly Wallace

    Paperback (B.E.S. Publishing, Oct. 1, 2006)
    Each book in the enlightening This Is My Faith series features true-life photographs and interviews with a child who talks about his or her faith and discusses its role in the life of the family. Boys and girls speak of the rituals, obligations, and joys that are basic to their religions. The children in these books come from many different cultures and countries around the world, thus reflecting the global nature of humanity's religious impulse. Photos show children in their daily activities, and with families and friends at religious services and festivals. Books are available in both paperback and hardcover editions. A Jewish child answers questions about the God of Abraham and the Torah, and talks about the solemnity of Yom Kippur, as well as the family festivities connected with holidays including Passover and Hanukkah.
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  • The Mystery of the Loch Ness Monster

    Holly Wallace

    Paperback (Heinemann, May 5, 2006)
    This updated edition asks some great questions. What is sonar and how can it track a monster? When was "Nessie" first sighted? How were monster footprints faked? Some things are so strange that they cannot be explained. The 'Can Science Solve?' books present some of the most puzzling mysteries that logic and science have yet to solve. This series explains the connection between science and natural phenomena and how science can be used to try to explain mysteries.
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  • This Is My Faith: Buddhism

    Holly Wallace

    Hardcover (B.E.S. Publishing, Oct. 1, 2006)
    Each book in the enlightening This Is My Faith series features true-life photographs and interviews with a child who talks about his or her faith and discusses its role in the life of the family. Boys and girls speak of the rituals, obligations, and joys that are basic to their religions. The children in these books come from many different cultures and countries around the world, thus reflecting the global nature of humanity's religious impulse. Photos show children in their daily activities, and with families and friends at religious services and festivals. Books are available in both paperback and hardcover editions. Although Buddhism originated in India, it soon spread to Tibet, China, Japan, and most recently to the West. A child talks about Buddhism's contemplative nature, and about the festivals and rituals practiced by various Buddhist sects.
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  • This Is My Faith: Christianity

    Holly Wallace

    Hardcover (B.E.S. Publishing, Oct. 1, 2006)
    Each book in the enlightening This Is My Faith series features true-life photographs and interviews with a child who talks about his or her faith and discusses its role in the life of the family. Boys and girls speak of the rituals, obligations, and joys that are basic to their religions. The children in these books come from many different cultures and countries around the world, thus reflecting the global nature of humanity's religious impulse. Photos show children in their daily activities, and with families and friends at religious services and festivals. Books are available in both paperback and hardcover editions. A child tells what he has learned about the teachings of Christ and its message of love for all humankind. He talks about the hymns, the church services, the Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant sects, and the important holidays celebrated by all Christians.
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  • Judaism: Yoni's Story

    Holly Wallace

    Library Binding (New Forest Pr, Jan. 1, 2013)
    "Using a first-person narrative, explains the beliefs, customs, and festivals of Judaism. Explains the clothing, traditions, food, historical writings, holy days, and holy places that define Jews. Includes a map to show where Judaism originated"--Provided by publisher.
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  • This Is My Faith: Islam

    Holly Wallace

    Paperback (B.E.S. Publishing, Oct. 1, 2006)
    Each book in the enlightening This Is My Faith series features true-life photographs and interviews with a child who talks about his or her faith and discusses its role in the life of the family. Boys and girls speak of the rituals, obligations, and joys that are basic to their religions. The children in these books come from many different cultures and countries around the world, thus reflecting the global nature of humanity's religious impulse. Photos show children in their daily activities, and with families and friends at religious services and festivals. Books are available in both paperback and hardcover editions. A boy from New Delhi talks about his faith in the one God, Allah, and its sacred scripture, the Koran. He recalls some of the teachings of Allah's many prophets, including Mohammad.
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