Synopses & Reviews
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.
Review
"This series is a beautiful introduction to young readers about religions around the world. … Libraries that do not have any current books about different religions should consider this series."
Lane Education Service District, 2008
Synopsis
Babu, a young Hindu girl who lives in Nepal, explains her religion, discussing its main beliefs, its holy books, gods and goddesses, places of worship, special occasions, and sacred sites.