Naomi is going to give a talk about Hanukkah at her school's Winter Festivals assembly. But she can't decide what to bring in for the display. Just when she thinks she's finally found the answer, a perfect solution comes from an unexpected place. Key stage 2. English, Reading and RE. 7 to 11 year olds.

It's almost Divali and there's lots to do. Preeta and her family go out shopping for new clothes for the celebration - but then Preeta gets lost. Will she be found in time for the party? Meanwhile, Prince Rama and Princess Sita are banished from their kingdom to the jungle, where Sita is kidnapped. Key stage 2. English, Reading and RE. 7 to 11 year olds.

When Baljit visits the Panjab, he realizes that his family is scattered around the world. When he returns home to Coventry he uses the Internet to keep in touch with his cousin, Priti, in the Panjab. They discuss the different ways that they're goning to celebrate Guru Nanak's Birthday. Key stage 2. English, Reading and RE. 7 to 11 year olds.

Debbie is looking forward to this year's Passover meal until she finds out she isn't asking the questions. Worse still, her job is to open the door to the prophet Elijah, and he never comes. But then a friend helps her realize there is more to Passover than asking the questions. Key stage 2. English, Reading and RE. 7 to 11 year olds.

A Muslim boy in Morocco is allowed to fast at Ramadan provided that, unlike the adults, he drinks water in the daytime. On travelling to the mountains a young girl helps him to find a stream to drink from. He is shocked to discover how difficult it is for her to get water - but how can he help? Key stage 2. English, Reading and RE. 7 to 11 year olds.

A look at the the unique ways in which the rite of passage of growing up is celebrated within six major faiths around the world today. First-hand accounts describe the events in people's own words and extracts from ancient religious texts explain some of the origins of the ceremonies. Key stage 2 & 3. English, Reading and RE. 7 to 14 year olds.

Each text in this series looks at important ceremonies in people's lives and explores how they are celebrated within six different faiths. This title looks at the way death is treated by Buddhists, Christians, Hindus, Jews, Muslims and Sikhs. Key stage 2 & 3. English, Reading and RE. 7 to 14 year olds.

Diwali, is the focus of this book, which is one of a series on festivals today and how they are celebrated around the world. The topics include Diwali gods, candles and lights, wealth and prosperity, clothes and body decorations; in the home and in the temples and Sikh Diwali. Key stage 2 & 3. English, Reading and RE. 7 to 14 year olds.

Passover is a celebration of freedom and is one of the most important Jewish festivals. Discover how Jewish families all over the world celebrate this festival every year. Find out about the special food and customs surrounding Passover, and other events in the Jewish calendar. Key stage 2 & 3. English, Reading and RE. 7 to 14 year olds.

One evening three women from different corners of the world are enraptured by a bright new rising star, and feel compelled to follow it. The three women meet on a path of starlight, and together they walk through the hills to a small thatched stable, where a baby lies in a makeshift crib. Mary Hoffman's story, told in the shadows of Christian tradition, is a fascinating variation on the theme of the Three Wise Men. Key stage 1 & 2. English, Reading and RE. 5 to 11 year olds.

Rebecca is getting ready to celebrate Passover and she is helping Granny Sarah make the special food needed for the Sedar. As Rebecca and her brother work, Granny Sarah tells them the story of Passover: how God sent the ten plagues to the Egyptians and how Moses led the freed Israelite slaves through the Red Sea and across the desert. This is the delightful and informative story of modern day celebration, told from the perspective of a child living through the festival. Key stage 1 & 2. English, Reading and RE. 5 to 11 year olds.

This collection brings together 17 of the best-known stories from the Old Testament, told in the resonant language of the King James Bible, and illustrated with masterpieces from a selection of the world's greatest painters. Key stage 4. English, Reading and RE. 14 to 16 year olds.

In eight retellings, Mary Hoffman shows how Jesus used simple parables to convey essential truths to his listeners. The parables include The Lost Sheep, The Good Samaritan, The Prodigal Son, and The House on the Rock. Key stage 2. English and Reading. Key stage 2 & 3 RE. 7 to 14 year olds.

Long, long ago in Egypt, there were so many Hebrew slaves that the Pharaoh feared they might turn against him - and ordered every Hebrew boy-child to be killed. But one mother was determined not to let her son die. The story of how she saved baby Moses is beautifully retold by Jenny Koralek. Pauline Baynes' sumptuous illustrations make this a first Bible picture book to delight very young readers. Key stage 1 and 2. English and Reading. Key stage 1 RE. 5 to 11 year olds.

The Christmas story illustrated with a collection of stained-glass images dating from the 12th to 15th centuries. Each is reproduced as an acetate window, which can be taken out and used as Christmas decoration. Famous windows include: the "Annunciation" panels at S. Croce Cathedral in Firenze; Uccello's "Nativity" window at Duomo; and a formal tableau dating from the 12th century, illustrating the "Adoration of the Magi". Key stage 4. 14 to 16 (17+ and adults)

The central idea of this book developed from a series of talks given by the author to Muslim youth during the month of Ramadan. It was felt this would meet the need for simple informative guide for Young muslims, and would also be a useful teaching resource for parents, teachers and any other interested people. Key stage 4 and upwards. 14 to 16 (17+ and adults).

The Quran is full of exciting stories, adventures, teachings and prayers, which show Allah’s love for us and explain what He requires from us as believers in and sincere servants of our Creator. Quran Stories for Little Hearts series is specially designed to provide an easy way to help your children understand more about the stories of the Quran by enjoying them and learning from them in a natural way. It’s a wonderful way to explain the greatest stories of the Quran to children and encourage them to explore the meaning and purpose of the word of Allah. A simple text and magnificent colour illustrations will captivate young, active minds. It will capture the interest of children both at home and in the classroom.

A unique collection of short stories, poems and activities that examines the world through the eyes of muslim children. With each selection, the author provides insight for all children into everyday mulsim life, revealing aspects of Islam and a way of life practiced by millions of muslims in North America and Europe and over one billion worldwide.

All of the tales in this anthology can be enjoyed at face value as exciting and dramatic adventures, with Zen anecdotes dividing the longer stories. The tales also offer ways of exploring such concepts as generosity, compassion and life after death, as well as reminding us of the limits of the ego and the value of a down-to-earth sense of humour. Beautifully illustrated, Buddhist Tales will appeal to anyone who enjoys a good story.

Long, long ago when the earth was new, the great river goddess Yemoya sent her daughter Aje to marry a handsome earth chief in the Land of Shining Day. At first Aje was happy, but soon she started to pine for the cool shadows of her mother's realm. Key stage 1 and 2. English and Reading. 5 to 11 year olds.

A fascinating and lively book detailing the history of the famous mosque of Ibn Tulun, situated at the heart of Cairo. It gives an insight into how the mosque was built and into the lives of the people who used it at the time of the Abbasid Empire. Full of historical facts and beautifully illustrated. Encourages children to look at the stories behind famous monuments. Key stage 4. English, Reading and History. 14 to 16 year olds.

An African American boy reflects on the spirit of Christmas and thinks of ways he can share what he has with others. Includes a list of suggested activities to help kids become involved in their own communities. Ages 5 and up.

Explores the origins and traditions of the Jewish holiday of Passover from the story of the first Passover to the modern day Seder. Ages 4 to 9.

Jaya and her mother are waiting for Dad to come home to begin their Divali celebrations. As they wait, Mum tells Jaya the story of Rama and Sita, upon which their New Year's celebrations are based. Together they make the rangoli patterns and dress in special new clothes. Ages 5 to 7.

Twelve kaleidoscopic tableaux portray the Old Testament story of the creation - seven momentous days in which God creates the world: light and dark, sky and earth, fishes, birds, animals and, finally, man and woman. Key stage 2. English, Reading and RE. 7 to 11 year olds.