Islam, This Is Our Faith

By (author) Owen, Ruth
Short description/annotation:
Islam is the second most widely followed World faith. With the help of accessible text and stunning photographs young readers will be introduced to what it means to be a Muslim, how Muslim children celebrate in different countries and cultures and the different ceremonies and rituals observed within the faith.
Description:
This beautifully illustrated photographic book helps children discover the faith of Islam and the ways Muslims show their love for Allah (God). Young readers will learn how Muslims worship both in their homes and everyday life and in a mosque. The book explains the Five Pillars of Islam that help Muslims live good, caring lives. Readers will also join children and their families around the world as they celebrate the birth of a new baby, weddings and special times such as Ramadan and Eid-al-Fitr.
Biographical note:
Ruth Owen has written more than 400 children''s books. She writes on many subjects but her favourite topics are science and nature to research and make accessible for young readers.
Description for collection:
Each of these new titles from the My World Your World series introduces young readers to the key aspects of one faith and then shows how that faith is observed by children from several different cultures and countries. Readers will discover the core beliefs of each religion and they will learn how children like them worship, observe important rituals and enjoy the key celebrations of their faith. In each title, the accessible, lively text is supported by stunning photographs.
Short description/annotation for collection:
Each of these new titles from the My World Your World series introduces young readers to the key aspects of one faith and then shows how that faith is observed by children from several different cultures and countries. Each title is brought to life with stunning photographs and an accessible, lively text