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Series
Pub. Date
2017.
Description
Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, these books explore the six most popular world religions through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. In Hinduism, the text and photos look at the history, basic philosophies, and geography of this religion, as well as how it relates to society today. As they read, students will develop questions about the text, and use evidence from a variety of sources in order to form...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Ganesha is just like any other kid, except he has the head of an elephant and rides around on a magical mouse. And he loves sweets, especially the traditional dessert laddoo. But when Ganesha insists on biting into a super jumbo jawbreaker laddoo, his tusk breaks off! Ganesha is terribly upset, but with the help of the wise poet Vyasa, he learns that what seems broken can actually be quite useful after all. With vibrant, graphic illustrations, expressive...
47) Ordinary magic
Author
Pub. Date
1993
Description
Uprooted from his home in India by a tragedy, Ganesh begins a new life in the Midwest where his experiences with Hinduism, Yoga, and mantras are considered alien.
48) The Divali story
Author
Pub. Date
[2007]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book tells the Hindu story of "Rama Rescues Sita." Information on the festival of Divali, activities, and a recipe for Divali candy are included.
53) Graceful exits: how great beings die : death stories of Hindu, Tibetan Buddhist, and Zen masters
Pub. Date
2005.
Description
Death is a subject obscured by fear and denial. When we do think of dying, we are more often concerned with how to avoid the pain and suffering that may accompany our death than we are with really confronting the meaning of death and how to approach it. Sushila Blackman places death-and life-in a truer perspective, by telling us of others who have left this world with dignity. Graceful Exitsoffers valuable guidance in the form of 108 stories recounting...
54) Hinduism
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Series
Pub. Date
[2024]
Description
"This title introduces the unique and colorful Hindu religion. Deep concepts of karma and samsara are explained in simple, easy-to-read text. Important gods and goddesses of the religion are displayed in colorful pictures and illustrations. Young readers will learn about special Hindu practices and important places for the followers. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core...
56) Hindu festivals
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c1997
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Introduces Hindu festivals through quotations from children talking about their religious lives as well as through information boxes.
58) Indian mythology
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2012
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Explores Indian mythology and includes the history of India, Brahma the Creator, Vishnu the Preserver, Shiva the Destroyer, Kali the Demon Killer, and other popular gods and goddesses.