November History & Heritage Month (Elementary)

Albania

Knowlton, MaryLee, 1946-


Geography -- History -- Government -- Economy -- Environment -- Albanians -- Lifestyle -- Religion -- Language -- Arts -- Leisure -- Festivals -- Food. Discusses the geography, history, culture, people and leisure activities of Albania.
Date Published:2021

Diwali

Devani, Reena,


Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains worldwide. Learn about the holiday that celebrates the triumph of good over evil and how it is celebrated in Canada and across the world.
Date Published:2023

Hindu mandir

Wood, Angela.


Includes index. What is a mandir for? Who is Shiva? What is a murti? How do Hindus pray? All these questions and more are explored in this first introduction to the religion of Hinduism.
Date Published:2022

Hinduism

Quinlan, Julia J.,


What is Hinduism? -- Basic beliefs of Hinduism -- Practices of Hinduism -- Hindu festivals -- Main gods of Hinduism -- Other gods -- Origins of Hinduism -- Modern Hinduism -- Hinduism?s influence -- Glossary.
Date Published:2019

Hinduism

Andrews, Elizabeth, 1996-


"4D book!"--Cover. Brahman and sacred texts -- Dharma and Samsara -- Reaching Moksha -- Colorful celebrations. 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.
Date Published:2024

"4D book!"--Cover. Brahman and sacred texts -- Dharma and Samsara -- Reaching Moksha -- Colorful celebrations. 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.

Date Published:2024

Mandir

Vallepur, Shalini,


Did you know that a mandir is a building of worship for followers of Hinduism? Hindus believe in many gods and goddesses.
Date Published:2025

My life as a Hindu

Bradley, Fleur,


An American Hindu -- A Diwali celebration -- A young Hindu in India -- Celebrating a second birth -- Activity: cooking kheer -- Timeline of Major Events. What are the core teachings and beliefs of Hinduism? Readers will learn about one of the world's most widely practiced religions through the lens of two different perspectives and dive deep into important figures, sacred texts, holidays, and commandments.
Date Published:2022

An American Hindu -- A Diwali celebration -- A young Hindu in India -- Celebrating a second birth -- Activity: cooking kheer -- Timeline of Major Events. What are the core teachings and beliefs of Hinduism? Readers will learn about one of the world's most widely practiced religions through the lens of two different perspectives and dive deep into important figures, sacred texts, holidays, and commandments.

Date Published:2022

Our Holi

Crimeen, Carole.


A big bonfire, throwing paint, singing and eating-explore the different aspects and traditions that make up Holi.
Date Published:2023