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The Twelve Prayers of Christmas
Candy Chand (32) , 32 pages
Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade)
Category:
New Books
Poetry
Religion
Winter Holidays
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There were many present the night Jesus Christ was born. Mary, The Donkey, The Innkeeper, Joseph, The Three Wise Men, The Angel, The Shepherd, The Lamb, and even The Star were all present. The author gives homage to each and every one through a two page spread vividly illustrated and a short poem written in the character's voice. This holiday book is sure to become a treasure both children and adults can relate to. Librarian review
written by Emilia
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Voices of Christmas
Nikki Grimes (2009) , 32 pages
Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade)
Category:
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Religion
Winter Holidays
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The story of Christmas is fresh and new in this beautifully illustrated book by Nikki Grimes. Nikki introduces each character vividly with a biblical passage, and a poem introduces the story. The design of the book is simply gorgeous with illustrations by Eric Velasquez. The book is accompanied by a CD and includes a reading by the author.
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written by Emilia
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Tiny Baby Jesus
Dandi Daley Mackall (2009) , 32 pages
Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade)
Category:
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Poetry
Religion
Rhyming Books
Winter Holidays
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The story of Jesus is portrayed in a simple and touching prose format. The book celebrates the gift of Jesus and beautifully illustrates his life from the day of his birth until his days as a carpenter, and then as a grown man and Savior. Children will understand the story of Jesus through the wonderful illustrations and simple prose.
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written by Emilia
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The Eager Reader Bible: Bible Stories to Grow On
Daryl J. Lucas (1994) , 432 pages
Audience: Preschool Primary (K-3rd grade)
Category:
Religion
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I just love this book because you could teach kids about God. I learned a lot about God and when his son Jesus was first born.
Kid review
written by Andrianna
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Heart of a Shepherd
Rosanne Parry (2009) , 161 pages
Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category:
Death and Grieving
Multigenerational
Neighborhoods / Communities
New Books
Realistic Fiction
Religion
Wars and Conflicts
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Ignatius is the last of 5 boys. His father, grandfather and brothers are all ranchers. Brother (Ignatius) can work the ranch, but it is obvious that it is not his calling. Brother is the only boy still living at home. His brothers are off at school or in the army. When his father's reserve unit is called to go to Iraq, Brother realizes it is up to him to keep the ranch running while everyone else is away. It is a terrible burden, but one he shoulders mostly without complaint. Still, it is obvious this is not the life he wants. The problem is, he doesn't know what he does want, and now he is too busy to find out. Until a moment of tradegy opens his eyes to his true calling. Librarian review
written by Lisa
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A Party in Ramadan
Asma Mobin-Uddin (2009) , 32 pages
Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category:
Diversity
Multicultural
New Books
Realistic Fiction
Religion
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Leena has decided that she if finally old enough to fast during Ramadan. She knows it will be hard, but she really wants to try. When she is invited to her friends party, she is thrilled. Then she realizes it is during Ramadan. Can Leena go to the party and still fast? She decides to try. Not only does Leena manage to have fun at the party, but her friends learn a little about her religion. Then her friends join her for a party in Ramadan. Librarian review
written by Lisa
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Faith
Maya Ajmera, Magda Nakassis, and Cynthia Pon (2009) , 48 pages
Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Adults & Parents
Category:
Multicultural
New Books
Nonfiction
Religion
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Faith is a look at religion throughout the world. In a series of beautiful photographs, it shows children from around the world celebrating and sharing their faith. Librarian review
written by Lisa
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The Truth About My Bat Mitzvah
Nora Raleigh Baskin (2008) , 138 pages
Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category:
Families
Multicultural
New Books
Realistic Fiction
Religion
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Ever since her grandmother died, Caroline has been struggling with her feelings. Caroline's mother is Jewish, but her father is not. She has never really thought about what it means to be Jewish. But Nana left Caroline her Star of David necklace and that gets Caroline thinking about why her family does not practice either religion. Caroline's best friend is Jewish and she is preparing for her Bat Mitzvah. Caroline begins thinking maybe she should become Bat Mitzvah too. Caroline's search for the truth has her asking tough questions and learning more about her family and friends. In the end, Caroline finds an answer that not only works for her, but helps her family too. Librarian review
written by Lisa
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The Buddha's Diamonds
Carolyn Marsden (2008) , 105 pages
Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category:
Multicultural
New Books
Realistic Fiction
Religion
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Tinh likes going to the Buddhist temple with his family. He finds the chanting and the prayers soothing. He especially likes to think about the diamonds the monks talk about. Not gems, but the things that make life good, like family and health. Tinh also likes helping his father on his fishing boat. Tinh's family relies on the fishing he and his father do every day to survive. Not only do they eat the fish, but they sell the extras to buy rice and other necessities. When a terrible storm comes, Tinh's father tells him to guard the boat. But the waves are just too strong and the boat is destroyed. Is it possible that Tinh will lose all his diamonds? Or can he and his father rebuild? Librarian review
written by Lisa
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Confessions of a Closet Catholic
Sarah Darer Littman (2005) , 193 pages
Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category:
Death and Grieving
Multicultural
New Books
Realistic Fiction
Religion
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Justine Silver is a Jewish girl who is confused about what that means. It seems to mean different things to all of her family members. When Justine decides to give being Catholic a try, it causes all kinds of unexpected trouble. Then Justine's beloved Bubbe dies and Justine feels responsible. Bubbe's letter to Justine and her parting gift point Justine in a new direction in her search for faith, and her place in the world. Librarian review
written by Lisa
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