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“The importance of prayer in many cultures and religions is vividly presented in this picture book. Lessons in unity and tolerance are shared as people with a range of skin tones of all religions are shown praying in a variety of places and at different times of day. Although prayer may look and sound different in each religion and culture, there are common elements regardless of religion and culture, and the similarities are shared within this text.”

—School Library Journal

Sometimes We Pray

Written by Mary Wagley Copp
Illustrated by Felishia Henditirto
Published by Charlesbridge

Discover the diverse ways people around the world pray—through movement, stillness, and connection. A beautiful celebration of spirituality and human expression.

A culturally rich celebration of prayer practices worldwide, fostering diversity and connection. This timely book encourages children to appreciate spirituality in all forms.

People have prayed for centuries, and it is a significant component of most, if not all, religions. It is also a powerful part of people’s lives who are not part of a religion. Many people believe that paying attention to the world around them, and to their relationship with it, is a form of prayer.

Prayer in its myriad forms conveys a relationship and a communication with something mysterious, something within or something beyond ourselves.

Primary ISBN: 9781623546403
Publication Date: February 2026
Available As: Hardcover, Board Book, eBook
Picture Book, Age 00 or older

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