description: An introduction to the major religious beliefs practiced in today's world, with particular emphasis on those issues most visible and interesting to upper elementary school readers. A young member of each faith, writing in the first person singular, introduces us to the key aspects of each belief and the customs that surround it. The most visible "signs" of each faith are strongly featured: food, festivals, dress, symbols, colors, etc. The coverage of each religion also includes stories from its scriptures that help to explain that religion. The book is highly illustrated with original art, plus photography.
language: English
title: What I Believe: A Young Person's Guide to the Religions of the World
titlecomplete: What I Believe: A Young Person's Guide to the Religions of the World
genres: Religion, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 21
publisher: Turtleback Books