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Celebrating Sikh Heritage Month

April is Sikh Heritage Month in Canada. Learn and celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Sikh Canadians.

Pickering Public Library

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  • Jeet, Fudge, Jamal, and Tugboat set up a lemonade stand to raise money to buy a fan for the puppies at the animal shelter. But two sisters and their pets have the same idea!
    Book[Ashland, Ohio] : Paw Prints Publishing, 2023. — JE Kocha
  • Learn about the core teachings and beliefs of Sikhism through the lens of two different perspectives and dive deep into important figures, sacred texts, holidays, and commandments.
    BookAnn Arbor : Cherry Lake Publishing, 2022. — J 294.6 Bra
  • On his first day of school, Saajin is excited to meet his new classmates. But when the teacher mispronounces his name as Say-jin, he is not sure how—or if he should—correct her.
    BookToronto : Annick Press, 2022. — JP Brar
  • A Sikh father and daughter with a special hair bond proudly celebrate and share a family tradition.
    BookNew York : Little, Brown and Company, 2021. — JP Mirch
  • When five ugly and dried up seeds are found, Elders and little ones wonder if they will grow anything at all. Some throw the seeds aside, while others hold out hope.
    Book[Whitby, Ontario] : Saffron Press, 2017. — JP Kaur
  • Harpreet Singh has a different color for every mood and occasion, from happy sunny yellow to courageous red. He especially takes care with his patka—his turban—making sure it always matches his outfit. But when Harpreet’s mom finds a new…
    BookNew York, NY : Sterling Children's Books, 2019. — JP Kelka
  • Fauja Singh Keeps Going

    the True Story of the Oldest Person to Ever Run a Marathon

    Singh, Simran Jeet
    The true story of Fauja Singh, who broke world records to become the first one hundred-year-old to run a marathon, shares valuable lessons on the source of his grit, determination to overcome obstacles, and commitment to positive…
    BookNew York : Kokila, 2020. — J 796.42092 Fauja-S
  • Guru Nanak

    First of the Sikhs

    Demi
    Guru Nanak (1469-1539), the founder of the Sikh religion, is the first in a line of ten enlightened gurus, or teachers, whose writings form the sacred scripture of Sikhism. Award-winning author, Demi, recounts his spiritual journey,…
    eBookWorld Wisdom, 2021
  • In Sikhism, the text and photos look at the history, basic philosophies, and geography of this religion, as well as how it relates to society today.
    BookAnn Arbor, Michigan : Cherry Lake Publishing, 2017. — J 294.6 Mar
  • 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,…
    eBookABDO, 2019
  • Join this little human's quest of self-discovery through the metaphor of a lion's mane.
    Book[Whitby, Ontario] : Saffron Press, 2009. — JP Kaur