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• Sikhism

  a Very Short Introduction

  Nesbitt, Eleanor M.

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  The Sikh religion has a following of over 20 million people worldwide and is one of the largest religions in the world. However, events such as the verbal and physical attacks on Sikhs just after September 11 indicated that Sikhs were being mistaken…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• One Game at a Time

  My Journey From Small-town Alberta to Hockey's Biggest Stage

  Singh, Harnarayan,

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  From the distinct and vibrant voice behind 'Hockey Night in Canada Punjabi', comes the story of pursuing a dream and defying the odds, reminding us all of hockey's power to unite. BoninoBoninoBonino! Ask a hockey fan if they have heard the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Sikh Gurus

  Dhillon, Harish

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  A comprehensive, compelling, and insightful narrative that traces the birth, thegrowth, and the spread of Sikhism – one of the world's most dynamic and progressivereligions. In this perceptive work, Dr Harish Dhillon highlights the lives and times…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• A Vaisakhi to Remember

  Singh, Simran Jeet,

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  After moving to a new country, a young Sikh girl finds comfort and familiarity as she celebrates Vaisakhi with a special outfit, a trip to the gurdwara, delicious food, and new friends. Includes a recipe for lassi.

• Sikhs

  the Story of a People, Their Faith and Culture

  Patnaik, Saanika,

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  Dive into the history, philosophy, and essence of the Sikh faith, and trace its evolution. At the turn of the 15th century, Guru Nanak embarked on a series of journeys across the Indian subcontinent and instituted an equitable community and an…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Under the Turban

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  A cheesemaker, a biker, a farmer, a model, a prince. They're not all one person, but they all do have one thing in common-they are Sikhs. Originating nearly 500 years ago, Sikhism is now the world's fifth largest religion, with many of its 25…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Freedom Seeker

  Gupta, Ruchira,

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  In one girl's relentless search for home and safety, The Freedom Seeker takes readers on a daring journey of displacement and immigration. Illuminated by the kindness of strangers across continents and the strength of the human spirit, renowned…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Sacred Texts of the World. Episode 6, Related Traditions - Sikh Scriptures

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  Trace the evolution of the Sikh religion, and the lineage of gurus that produced the faith's sacred text, the Adi Granth. Study the composition of the Adi Granth; sample its beautiful hymns, poems, and prayers; and learn how the book is treated by…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Wedding

  a Novel

  Basran, Gurjinder,

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  Set in Vancouver and Surrey, BC, The Wedding exposes the inner lives of the wedding party, guests and event staff in the lead-up to a lavish wedding. This novel, centered around the impending marriage of Devi and Baby, illustrates the union of two…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Light We Give

  How Sikh Wisdom Can Transform Your Life

  Singh, Simran Jeet,

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  As a boy growing up in South Texas, Simran Jeet Singh and his brothers confronted racism daily. Instead of giving in to negativity, he delved into the Sikh teachings he grew up with and embraced the lessons to seek the good in every person and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Her Name Is Kaur

  Sikh American Women Write About Love, Courage, and Faith

  Kaur, Meeta

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  Sikh American women do the lion's share of organizing and executing the business of the Sikh community, and they straddle multiple lives and worlds—cross-cultural, interreligious, intergenerational, occupational, and domestic—yet their experiences…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• My Name Is Saajin Singh

  Brar, Kuljinder Kaur,

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  A debut picture book that explores the importance of pronouncing names properly and celebrates cultural identity. Saajin loves his name--he loves it so much that he sees it spelled out in the world around him in his snacks, in the sky and sometimes…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Understanding Sikhism

  Regan, Michael

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  Understanding Sikhism covers the history of Sikhism and explores how the religion has evolved and expanded. Readers learn about the guru leaders and the peaceful practices they promoted, as well as the prejudice Sikhs have endured, particularly in…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Sunny G's Series of Rash Decisions

  Dhillon, Navdeep Singh,

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  When Mindi Vang steals the notebook that once belonged to his brother, and that he has filled with rash decisions on prom night, Sunny Gill, who doesn't look like a Sikh anymore, chases after her and has an unexpected all-night adventure filled with…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Guru Gobind Singh Ji's Zafurnamah

  Set in Historical Perspective; Its Consequences and Outcomes

  Gandhi, Harjeet Singh,

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  In the time of Mughal rule, in the land of Bhaaratvarsh (India), an oath is written on a copy of the Qur'an and then broken by the officers of the Emperor Aurangzeb. Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh Guru, fighting for the right to socio-religious…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Sikhism

  Marsico, Katie

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  Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, these books explore the six most popular world religions through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. In Sikhism, the text and photos look at the history, basic…Read moreRead more of this annotation