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One World, Many Religions: The Ways We Worship [Hardcover]

Mary Pope Osborne
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October 1, 1996 8 and up
Religious understanding is as important today than any other time in history. In this highly acclaimed book, Mary Pope Osborne introduces readers to the six major religions of the world. One World, Many Religions covers the history, beliefs, and practices of Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism. All have had a deep effect on the laws and customs of every country. They have shaped art, literature, music, and education. They have given the world magnificent stories, songs, buildings, holy objects, ceremonies, and festivals." From the Introduction to Many Religions, One World. Best-selling children's author Mary Pope Osborne presents an accessible and elegantly crafted volume that introduces young readers to the world's seven major religions. Six short readable chapters--perfectly targeted to fourth, fifth, and sixth graders--detail the history, beliefs, and practices of Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism. Handsomely designed and featuring fifty oversized color photographs and a full complement of reference materials, including a map, time line, and bibliography, this book provides a thorough and thoughtful presentation of the diverse ways people worship around the world.

-Outstanding introduction to world religion for young readers.
-Unanimously praised when first published in 1996
-Newly updated reference materials such as a glossary, map, timeline and bibliography complete this excellent book.
-Features over 50 full-color photos.

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Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

It's hard enough to find a good survey of world religions for adults, let alone for children, so when I found One World, Many Religions, I was stunned. With a sensitivity for detail and an easy style, Mary Pope Osborne delivers a valuable introduction to all of the world's major religions: Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism and Taoism. The balanced yet brief treatment; vibrant photographs depicting children around the world engaged in worship; the glossary, map and timeline all work to provide a concise, informative and engrossing introduction to the variety of religions everywhere.

From School Library Journal

Grade 4-7-A solid overview of the world's major religions. Osborne notes elements common to most faiths and provides a rationale for the focus on Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism (in that order), all of which have a written tradition, so sources can be cited. The author covers the history, main figures, current status, and traditions or rituals associated with each faith. Back matter includes a population breakdown (numerically and graphically). While the presentation is notable for its respect to each group, succinctness, and clarity, the text is not exhaustive. Holidays, for example, are covered in one or two sentences. Major points are not covered uniformly: while reincarnation is described under Hinduism, heaven and hell are not mentioned in Christianity. Readers requiring depth will do well to use books on individual faiths. This title succeeds in providing an overall context for readers by relating a given spiritual leader's time period or tenets to previously covered material. The artful, full-page, color and black-and-white photographs tell much of the story. The tight prose, abundant white space, and use of color make this title an attractive alternative to Hiley Ward's chattier My Friends' Beliefs (Walker, 1988 o.p.); it offers a difference in flavor and scope to Betsy Maestro's The Story of Religion (Clarion, 1996), illustrated with paintings. Most libraries will want to own Osborne's offering.
Wendy Lukehart, Dauphin County Library, Harrisburg,
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

  • Age Range: 8 and up
  • Hardcover: 96 pages
  • Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers; 1st edition (October 1, 1996)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0679839305
  • ISBN-13: 978-0679839309
  • Product Dimensions: 9 x 0.5 x 11.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #68,712 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

"I'm one of those very lucky people who absolutely loves what they do for a living. There is no career better suited to my eccentricities, strengths, and passions than that of a children's book author."--Mary Pope Osborne

Mary Pope Osborne is the author of the popular Magic Tree House series. She works with her husband Will and her sister Natalie on the nonfiction companion series, Magic Tree House Research Guides. Many of her books have been named to best-books lists.

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70 of 72 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A book on religions for people age 9-90+ April 2, 1999
Format:Hardcover
Osborne presents a well illustrated book on world religions that is apparently for children but is more than adequate for most adults. Sentences are brief. Words are not overwhelming - a glossary defines new expressions. The book can be a starting point for satisfying curiosity about great world religions. It is also a great help in reminding oneself about the basics.
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By Hurdman
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Mary Pope Osborne has been a favorite of my daughter's for two years. She immediately picked up this book and began reading. It is so important for our children to learn about the many faiths to which people in our world cleave. Osborne presents each of the major religions in an illuminating, fair, and systematic manner.

If someone is looking for their own faith to be held up among the rest, then they should avoid this book. Christianity is given no better position than Hinduism, which is exactly how a book like this should be. Still, I can imagine angry zealots railing away that their "one true faith" is mistreated and compared unfairly to the "lesser" faiths. There is no reasonable comeback to such criticism - walk away.

I am happy to find that there are a few books out there that will serve to educate, not indoctrinate my children about religion and its role in various societies.
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26 of 28 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Overview of World Religions July 17, 2008
Format:Hardcover
I bought this book for my 8 year old daughter to give her an overview of the different religions that people celebrate. It has wonderful pictures, and by reading it together I was able to answer all her questions. The chapters on the different religions were simply stated and easily understood. It is a great resource to begin the disscuss with your child about all the differences around the world...differences that should be understood, celebrated, and recognized.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good overview, easy to read
Good overview of different religions and easy to read. I wanted to use it in my classroom, but it's not chunked in a way that makes it easy to do. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Bunmi Ishola
4.0 out of 5 stars Very Educational ...
A wonderful book for my 8 year old twins who have a million questions about everything that goes on in this world. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Anke Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars Everyone should read this book
Everyone should read this book.
It is suitable for children as young as 5 or 6 (read to by an adult) for older readers to enjoy by themselves, AND for adults like me, who just... Read more
Published 3 months ago by S. Lambert
5.0 out of 5 stars Very nice overview
This book was suggested to me as a way to provide a basic overview of the world's major religions to elementary school kids. Read more
Published 4 months ago by MN Mamma
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Educational
Got this book to read it with my 10-year-old daughter. I really like the auther, Mary Pope Osborne. My daughter loves to read her "Magic Tree House" books and thought this book... Read more
Published 12 months ago by monica
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Introduction to Teaching Children About Religions
"One World, Many Religions: The Ways We Worship" by Mary Pope Osborne is the perfect cornerstone to teaching children about the religions of the world. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Jennifer Bardsley
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to Read and Understand, Informative
A good introduction to other beliefs. They describe it as written for middle school kids. It is still useful and not too simple for adults. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Family Shopper
5.0 out of 5 stars Great choice to share with kids
This book focuses on primarily on popular book-based religions from around the world. It is a good educational piece for kids 7-10 years old. Read more
Published 20 months ago by F. Carter
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent overview
I own this book and is gives a wonderful basic overview of world religions. It does not cover all religions nor does it give an in-depth look at religion. Read more
Published on April 13, 2011 by Angela Lantz
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
A wonderful book to have if you want to learn about the different religions. Great to give to children to help them understand the differences. Would recommend to everyone.
Published on July 3, 2008 by Mrs. Austin
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