Reddit reviews Religions Of The World: The Illustrated Guide To Origins, Beliefs, Traditions & Festivals

I had a similar problem after moving back to the USA from Europe. It didn't help that I moved to the south (North Carolina). My 7 year-old daughter became best friends with the girl across the street, and she was from a very religious family. She started going to church events (picnics, etc.) with her friend. When she asked for her own Bible, I realized it was time to have a talk...

I solved this in two ways: (1) I bought a book on world religions, with lots of pictures, [similar to this.] (http://www.amazon.com/Religions-The-World-Illustrated-Traditions/dp/0816062587/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1374233216&sr=8-7&keywords=religions+world+guide)

You already have a head start, thanks to your discussions of Greek Gods. I think it's key that kids learn different cultures have different beliefs. Once you cross that Rubicon, kids immediately understand religion is a racket, a man made construction. The book has lots of nice pictures, religious art, etc. So you can both learn a lot.

(2) I never prevented her from going to church with her friend. She eventually got bored with it, as there were too few picnics, too much preaching. Religion is its own worst enemy. So long as your teach your child critical thinking, you have nothing to fear long term.

Good luck!

Religions Of The World: The Illustrated Guide To Origins, Beliefs, Traditions & Festivals by Elizabeth Breuilly is pretty good.

https://www.amazon.com/Religions-World-Illustrated-Traditions-Festivals/dp/0816062587