Religions explained to children

Religions explained to children

Whether your child is Catholic, Jewish, Muslim or an atheist, talking to him about the great beliefs that surround him will help him understand the differences and will be a tremendous openness to the outside world for him. To tell him about it, children’s books are, once again, formidable tools.

There is no age (or almost!) To talk about religion, only, it is not always so obvious … Often, we believe we know when in the end we do not really know. Some “embroider” in the hope of providing a satisfactory answer to their children; others, more informed, talk about it willingly but have a hard time capturing young attentions.

Fortunately, nothing is lost! With children’s books, specially designed to introduce them to the great religions of the world, the task becomes easier. Open-mindedness guaranteed!

Playful …

In the street, in stores, at school … beliefs come together, and that’s good! Faced with this reality, some authors have understood the need to help children better understand the world around them, why some women wear a veil, some men a skullcap, why others do not eat like them, what is the difference between a church, a mosque and a synagogue …

By focusing on the playful side, the works take on a whole new dimension, becoming more accessible and more captivating. With books to animate, drawings to look at, games, quizzes … initiation into religions is done in joy and good humor.

Three winning formulas:

From 6 years old

All different! World religions

Emma Damon

Ed. Bayard Youth

An animated book to read and reread without moderation. It naturally invites children to discover, while having fun, six great religions of the world.

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From 8 ans1 « it was » 2 « it was » 3 « it was » !Sylvie Girardet et Puig RosadoEd. HatierBoth funny and serious, this book full of finesse helps children understand the great “times” over time. Cartoons in support, it is all the more attractive. >>> read more

From 9 years oldThere were several “faith”to answer children’s questions about religionsMonique GilbertEd.Albin MichelFour parallel stories are linked to better understand the daily life of children of four different faiths. To compare easily – and at will – their beliefs and religious practices. >>> read more

Religions Explained to Children – continued

… and more seriously, but still very accessible

As children grow older, they become more attached to the highlights, dates and particularities of a particular religious practice.

Without necessarily going into the smallest details of the subject (which could unnecessarily complicate things), it is possible to give them the answers they expect by relying on well-balanced books in illustrations, with simple texts that make you want to be read, all for a better understanding …

It is also a way of giving them – at their level – a more “concrete” representation of the different beliefs to help them, then, to more easily transpose their readings to reality.

For students over the age of 10

Religions in France

Robert Giraud

Ed.Pocket Beaver

Complete and effective, this documentary work is accessible to children curious about the major religious doctrines and practices in France.

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From 8 years old

God exists … and 101 other questions

Charles Delhez

Ed. Fleurus

A book clearly focused on the Christian faith, which provides children with answers to the major questions of the Catholic religion. The favorite niche for Fleurus editions.

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However, the desire to find out more about religions should not give way to overly academic explanations, at the risk of making the subject somewhat boring …

Children still need to dream and let their imaginations run wild through their reading. This is why they will surely appreciate two quality works which have been able to reconcile passages from the Bible, dreams and reality. Beautiful journeys through time …

From 7 years old

When the Bible dreams

Mireille Vautier and Chochana Boukhobza

Ed. Gallimard Youth

This beautiful large format book retraces four outstanding episodes of the Bible through the dreams of Pharaoh, Nebuchadnezzar, Jacob …

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From 8 years old

Noah’s ark

Céline Monier and Louise Heugel

Ed. Thierry Magnier, Louvre Editions Museum

Told in the first book of the Bible, this story full of wisdom and humanity is one of those you need to know.

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