Major Religions of the World
This is a great introduction to kids about the major religions of the world
About this book
Major Religions of the World is an intermediate readers book for children ages 5 to 9. This is a great introduction to kids about the major religions of the world, the religious symbols, how and where their followers worship. A real human voice reads the story while the words are highlighted one by one on screen.
Book details
| Book type | Read Along Book – Narrated in a real human voice with word-by-word highlighting and static pictures. |
|---|---|
| Author | Edward Alan Kurtz |
| Ages | 7 to 9 years, also 5 to 7 years |
| Grade | Grade 2 |
| Reading level | Level 3, Intermediate Readers |
| Length | 14 pages, 1295 words, 11 minutes |
| Categories | History, Vocabulary |
| Interactive features | Comprehension quiz, Match the Following activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Comprehension quiz, Match the Following activity in the Reading and Math app.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: Read along narration with word by word highlighting.
Get the Read Along AppQuizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app only. They are not part of the Read Along App.
Why read Major Religions of the World with your child
Major Religions of the World opens up History for young readers. The facts are short and clear, and the pictures help the ideas land. Read a page together, then ask your child what surprised them. Talking about what you read is how new knowledge sticks. It is a good book for curious children who like to ask questions and find out how things work.
Talk about it together
- Can you retell this book in your own words?
- What was your favourite part of Major Religions of the World?
- What did you learn about History?
Inside the book
In Major Religions of the World, readers find History. This is a great introduction to kids about the major religions of the world, the religious symbols, how and where their followers worship. The book is written for young readers, with clear words and pictures that help the story along.
Children gain a feel for History and new words to talk about it. Read it together, pause at the interesting parts, and ask your child what they think. It is a good book to share, and to come back to again.
From the book: “A religion is made up of beliefs about the universe and about a god or a supreme being.”
Words to learn in this book
- afterlife: A belief in some religions that there is life after our current life ends.
- humanism:: A belief that it is important to be a good human being and to help other human beings.
- mosque: The place of worship for a Muslim.
- prophet: Someone who is a teacher and speaks about new beliefs and ideas.
- reincarnation: The belief that we are reborn in a new body.
- resurrection: The belief that Jesus came back to life after dying.
- shrine: A place that is believed to be holy.
- synagogue: A place of worship for Jewish people.
- turbans: A long piece of cotton or silk wrapped around a person's head.
- vegetarian: Someone who chooses not to eat meat.
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 5 to 9 years, at Grade 2 and Level 3 (Intermediate Readers).
Is the book narrated?
Yes. It is a read along book, so a real human voice reads the story while words are highlighted one by one on screen.
Which apps carry this book?
Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App. The Comprehension quiz, Match the Following activity are Reading and Math app features.
How long is the book?
14 pages, 1295 words, 11 minutes
Does this book have a quiz or activity?
Yes. It has a comprehension quiz and the Match the Following activity. Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app.
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