Reaching for the sky
Book Description
In a world where young people must navigate complex spiritual landscapes while building meaningful lives, the challenge of religious education has never been more crucial. This thoughtful exploration examines how we can guide the next generation to embrace both their own faith traditions and the diverse beliefs that surround them.
Stella el Bouayadi-van de Wetering presents a comprehensive study of religious education within Christianity and Islam across different cultural contexts. The work addresses one of today's most pressing educational challenges: how to nurture young people in their own spiritual traditions while emphasizing the peaceful, tolerant aspects of faith. Rather than creating division, the book explores pathways for teaching children about various religious worldviews in ways that foster understanding and respect.
At its heart, this volume tackles an even greater aspiration—preparing young minds to build communities rooted in peace and justice. Through examining how Muslims and Christians approach religious education in their respective traditions, the author provides valuable insights for parents, religious leaders, and educators who shape young spiritual lives.
Drawing from scholarly research across multiple countries, this 281-page work offers practical wisdom for anyone invested in nurturing the spiritual development of young people. It serves as both an academic resource and a guide for creating educational approaches that honor tradition while building bridges between communities.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~8 hours)
📄 Length: 281 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Religious education
- ✓ Explore Christianity and other religions
- ✓ Explore Islamic education
- ✓ Explore Konfessionella skolor
- ✓ Explore Islam
- ✓ Strengthen your faith journey
- ✓ Explore Kristendom och islam
- ✓ Explore Religiösa aspekter
