Recommended Reads from the Children's Collection @ the Education Library

Stunning, vibrant illustrations paired with rhythmic, dynamic descriptions of the sun, land, water, animals, and the first people, The Fabulous World that God Made presents an expansive, delightful romp though the Bible's creation story.

It is just before Christmas when an organ grinder and monkey appear on the street corner outside Frances's apartment. When the day of the Christmas pageant arrives, and it's Frances's turn to speak, everyone waits silently. But all Frances can think about is the organ grinder's sad eyes -- until, just in time, she finds the perfect words to share.

With her new backpack and light-up shoes, Faizah knows the first day of school is going to be special. It's the start of a brand new year and, best of all, it's her older sister Asiya's first day of hijab--a hijab of beautiful blue fabric, like the ocean waving to the sky. But not everyone sees hijab as beautiful, and in the face of hurtful, confusing words, Faizah will find new ways to be strong.

In this bilingual story of faith, Don Jacobo has a dream that, in the end, is a reminder that miracles do happen.

A visit with Grandmother in the Middle East is always special for Yasmin, but this time it is even more so in this picture book about faith and family.

From Muslim and Latino poet Mark Gonzales comes a touching and lyrical picture book about a parent who encourages their child to find joy and pride in all aspects of their multicultural identity.

With graceful art and simple stories that are filled with love and enlightenment, Jon Muth -- and Stillwater the bear -- present three ancient Zen tales.

Experience the power of listening to your heart, paying attention, love, and empathy in Listen, a simple and tender picture book. The buoyant verses and gentle art show you how to connect with the whole world. From exploring your sensorial surroundings--what you see, breathe, hear, taste, and feel--to becoming aware of our shared experiences.

A simple and profound meditation on the many wonders of life.

Giving her baby brother a kiss, brave little Miriam places Moses's basket into the river. With one quick push, she sends him into the water, hoping her wish will come true and her brother will be saved from Pharaoh's orders. But will Pharaoh's daughter arrive in time to rescue him?

With only a few humble possessions, Siddhartha began a remarkable spiritual journey that ended many years later under a bodhi tree. There he finally discovered the Truth and became Enlightened.

The world is full of so many different things: animals, plants, foods, languages, people. But it might not have been that way if it weren't for God's big plan.

A fun-filled introduction to the joys of doing good deeds and mitzvot.

Retells the Biblical story of how a man was swallowed up by a great fish and found his faith.

In this retelling of an Aztec myth, Lord of the Night sends Wind to free the four musicians that the Sun is holding prisoner so they can bring joy to the world.

The famous verses from the Book of Ecclesiastes are accompanied by exquisite illustrations, each rendered in the style of a different world culture

You Are Stardust begins by introducing the idea that every tiny atom in our bodies came from a star that exploded long before we were born. From its opening pages, the book suggests that we are intimately connected to the natural world.

From the snake in the Garden of Eden to the lost sheep in Luke's parable, stories about fish and birds, rams and goats abound. We read about them, but they have no voice of their own. Here we allow the raven and the dove on Noah's ark, the big fish that swallowed Jonah, and the donkey on which Balaam rode, to be the narrators of their own stories.