customs and practices

After receiving gifts from her grandmother, Aneesa goes to the prayer hall to celebrate Eid and meets two refugee children who give her a greater appreciation of the holiday.

At the age of thirteen a Jewish boy "becomes a man" and takes part in a ceremony called bar mitzvah. The historical background, description of the ceromony, and stories from real bar mitzvahs are included.

Explains the origins of major Jewish festivals and how they are celebrated.

An introduction to the Muslim festival of Id-ul-Fitr which celebrates the end of the holy month of Ramadan, discussing the meaning of the one-day festival, how families prepare for Id, and the traditions associated with the celebration.

Rosie's grandmother wears her clothes inside out to remind herself to buy oil for making latkes at Hanukkah. Includes a recipe for potato latkes.

After a devastating fire in the hills of Oakland, California, during Sukkot, a Jewish family and their neighbors find symbols of hope amidst the ashes.

Introduces Muhammad and the basic tenets of the Islamic faith.

Pictures and easy-to-read text introduce Jewish holidays, focusing on the foods associated with each.

A simple introduction to the traditions and festivities of the Muslim holiday, Ramadan.

A simple introduction to the autumnal holiday Diwali, the Festival of Lights that marks the beginning of the Hindu new year.