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Taoism
Paula R. Hartz
Hardcover (Facts on File, July 1, 2004)Discusses the history, beliefs, rituals, and renewed interest in Taoism.
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Facts About Islam
Alison Cooper
Library Binding (Rosen Central, Aug. 15, 2010)Explores the basic facts of the Islamic faith including its origins, celebrations, the role of its leaders, and manner of worship.
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Hinduism
Natalie Myra Rosinsky
Library Binding (Compass Point Books, July 1, 2009)Hinduism is the oldest organized religion in the world, tracing its start back to 3500 b.c.e. About 98 percent of the world’s Hindus live in India. Hindus acknowledge one central creator god, but they worship many gods, who may assume various physical forms, called avatars, on Earth. Learn more about the rich history and traditions of Hinduism and how the religion fits into today’s world in Hinduism, part of the World Religions series.
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Hinduism
Madhu Bazaz Wangu
Library Binding (Facts on File, Oct. 1, 2006)Examines Hinduism, including its origin, beliefs, followers, ceremonies, demography, cultural contributions, and sacred sites.
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Judaism
Martha A. Morrison, Stephen F. Brown
Hardcover (Facts on File, Oct. 1, 2006)An account of the history and rituals of Judaism, examining such areas as sacred use of the Hebrew language and the role of the faith in establishing the contemporary nation of Israel.
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Confucianism
Thomas Hoobler, Dorothy Hoobler
Hardcover (Facts on File, July 1, 2004)Discusses how the teachings of Confucius evolved from a social order to a religion, describing its origins, beliefs, rituals, and its role in China and around the world.
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Shinto
Paula R. Hartz
Hardcover (Facts on File, July 15, 2004)Discusses the history of the Shinto religion in Japan, describing its origins, basic beliefs, rituals, and festivals, and how it is practiced today.
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Native American Religions
Paula Hartz
Hardcover (Facts on File (J), May 16, 1997)Surveys the history and basic beliefs of Native American religions.
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Facts About Judaism
Dr Alison Cooper
Library Binding (Rosen Central, Aug. 15, 2010)Explores the Jewish faith by examining the history, practices, and beliefs.
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I Am Roman Catholic
Philemon D. Sevastiades
Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 1, 1997)Introduces the basics of Roman Catholicism through the eyes of a Catholic child
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Sikhism
Joy Barrow
Paperback (Walrus Books, March 5, 2005)Six studies of six faiths. The World Religions series explores the major religions of our world today. Focusing on the six main religions: Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, Hinduism and Sikhism, each title looks first at one person's experience, and then examines the facts, arguments and opinions from around the globe. Special debate panels, supported by a wealth of resource material, invite the reader to discuss the issues that are currently shaping our world. Young readers will learn about their own faiths and will receive answers to important questions such as: What is Jewish Law? What is enlightenment? Do Sikhs believe in an afterlife? Should we question the truth of religious books such as the Bible? What does the Hindu way of life aim for? These questions and many more are explored in detail, providing readers with a glossary and resource guide for further reading. Written by educators, these books are well researched, carefully written, and are credible resources for young students. Parents will appreciate the open and sensitive treatment of each religion. The World Religions series is an important contribution to helping increase cultural awareness and promote tolerance.
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