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Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
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"A tenured professor of Eastern Religions and novelist accustomed to vigorous health receives a terminal diagnosis in the winter between terms, and by summer, his cancer has run its course. In between, he takes to his keyboard to plumb the foundations of all the Buddhist teachings and meditation he has spent a lifetime pursuing, to see how much has really penetrated his being. In this book, readers can join his journey of traversing the gap between...
45) Id-ul-Fitr
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Series
Pub. Date
1998, 1996.
Language
English
Description
Looks at some of the ways Muslims around the world celebrate the joyous festival of Id-ul-Fitre.
46) Sikhism in India
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
"Sikhism in India follows Pulkit and her family in the Punjab. Join her as she makes flower garlands, celebrates Guru Nanak's birthday, and helps to make langar, a feast at the Gurdwara"--P. [4] of cover.
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Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
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"It looks like someone took a big bite out of the moon--and that marks the beginning of Ramadan! As her Abba and Ammi prepare for their month-long fast, Aliya has a secret: she's going to fast, too! Even though Ammi told her she's not allowed to until she turns thirteen. At school, Aliya starts her secret fast full of determination. She skips lunch, despite her rumbling tummy, and doesn't give in even when she's offered a birthday cupcake with sprinkles!...
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English
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Arab American Heritage Month - Children
Asian Pacific American Heritage - Children
NCSS / CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People K-2 2023
Ramadan for Kids
Asian Pacific American Heritage - Children
NCSS / CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People K-2 2023
Ramadan for Kids
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In this counting book, a young boy introduces some of the basic principles of Islam.
55) Salat in secret
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
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"When Muhammad gets a special salat rug on his seventh birthday, he is determined to do all five daily prayers on time. But one salat occurs during the school day--and he's worried about being seen praying at school. His father parks his truck to worship in public places, and people stare at him and mock him. Will the same thing happen to Muhammad? From two powerhouse creators comes an empowering story about an important part of Islamic faith that...
57) Diwali
Author
Pub. Date
2002.
Language
Español
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Description
This is a simple introduction to the customs and traditions connected with the Hindu celebration of Diwali.
Author
Language
English
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Arab American Heritage Month - Children
Asian Pacific American Heritage - Children
Middle East Book Award - Picture Book
Asian Pacific American Heritage - Children
Middle East Book Award - Picture Book
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Description
In simple rhyming text a young Muslim girl guides the reader through the traditions and shapes of Islam.
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Language
English
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Asian Pacific American Heritage - Children
Back to School - Children
Día Booklist (K-Grade 2) 2023
Ramadan for Kids
Back to School - Children
Día Booklist (K-Grade 2) 2023
Ramadan for Kids
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Description
Amira's excited because tomorrow is Eid with special clothes, treats, gifts, and a morning party at her mosque, but then she realizes that she's going to miss class picture day at school, something she was also looking forward to--so she has to figure out a way to be in two places at once.
60) Afikomen Mambo
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English
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Popular children's songster and author of Boker Tov!, Rabbi Joe Black returns with a catchy rhyme to enliven the afikomen hunt at your seder. This title includes lively pictures and a sing-along CD.
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