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THE FORWORDS CATALOG OF JEWISH BOOKS Table of Contents HOLOCAUST FICTION ............................................................ 15 NON-FICTION ........................................... 16 HOLOCAUST

ANTI-SEMITISM................................................................... 2

ARTS, CRAFTS & ACTIVITY BOOKS.............................. 2 HUMOR ................................................................................ 17 BIBLE...................................................................................... 2 INTERFAITH ISSUES ........................................................ 18 GENERAL ................................................................................ 2 ABRAHAM & SARAH ............................................................... 3 CREATION ............................................................................... 3 DAVID .................................................................................... 3 GENESIS.................................................................................. 3 JONAH .................................................................................... 3 JOSEPH.................................................................................... 3 MOSES .................................................................................... 3 NOAH ..................................................................................... 3 RUTH ...................................................................................... 4 SOLOMON ............................................................................... 4 TALMUD ................................................................................. 4

ISRAEL ................................................................................. 18 JEWISH PHILOSOPHY ..................................................... 18 JEWISH PRACTICE........................................................... 19 LIFE CYCLE........................................................................ 20 GENERAL .............................................................................. 20 AGING .................................................................................. 20 BAR-BAT MITZVAH ............................................................. 20 ADOPTION ............................................................................ 20 BIRTH ................................................................................... 20 DEATH .................................................................................. 21 DIVORCE .............................................................................. 22 ILLNESS ................................................................................ 22 MARRIAGE ........................................................................... 22

BIKKUR HOLIM/ VISITING THE SICK ............................ 4 BIOGRAPHY.......................................................................... 4 CONVERSION (SEE INTERFAITH ISSUES).................... 4

LITURGY/PRAYERS.......................................................... 22 COOKBOOKS........................................................................ 4 MULTICULTURAL/ DIVERSITY .................................... 22 CURRENT EVENTS.............................................................. 5 PARENTING ........................................................................ 23 FICTION ................................................................................. 5 ADULT FICTION ...................................................................... 5 POETRY ............................................................................... 23 HISTORICAL FICTION............................................................... 5 IMMIGRANT EXPERIENCE ........................................................ 6 SELF ESTEEM .................................................................... 23 JEWISH IDENTITY .................................................................... 6 SHMIRAT HALASHON/ GUARD YOUR TONGUE........ 23 FOLK TALES......................................................................... 7 SHOMREI HAADAMAH/ .................................................... 24

GLBTQI (GAY, LESBIAN, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER, QUESTIONING, INTERSEXED) ........ 8

PROTECTING THE EARTH............................................. 24

GOD ......................................................................................... 8

SPIRITUALITY ................................................................... 24

HEBREW/YIDDISH .............................................................. 9

TIKKUN OLAM/ TZEDAKAH ............................................. 25

HISTORY................................................................................ 9

TZA’AR BA’ALEI CHAYIM/KINDNESS TO ANIMALS ................................................................................................ 25

HOLIDAYS........................................................................... 10

VALUES EDUCATION....................................................... 25

GENERAL .............................................................................. 10 HANUKKAH .......................................................................... 10 PASSOVER ............................................................................. 12 Passover Haggadot........................................................... 12 PURIM ................................................................................... 13 ROSH HASHANAH & YOM KIPPUR ......................................... 13 SHABBAT .............................................................................. 13 SHAVUOT .............................................................................. 14 SUKKOT/ SIMCHAT TORAH ............................................ 14 TU B’SHEVAT ....................................................................... 15

WOMEN’S STUDIES .......................................................... 26 YIDDISH

SEE HEBREW) .................................... 27

READING PROGRAM TITLES IN THE FORWORDS CATALOG............................................................................ 28 TITLE, AUTHOR & ILLUSTRATOR INDEX................. 29

HOLOCAUST....................................................................... 15 1

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ANTI-SEMITISM The Christmas Menorahs: How a Town Fought Hate By Janice Cohn Illustrated by Bill Farnsworth A story of how two children and their families stood together against hate. This true story took place in Billings, Montana in 1993. Age 7-11/40pp./PB

Rooftop Secrets and Other Stories of Anti-Semitism By Lawrence Bush Illustrated by Martin Lemelman Eight stories featuring children and describing anti-Semitism through the ages. Age12+/158pp./PB

The Spider's Web By Laura E. Williams Lexi Jordan joins a Neo-Nazi Skinhead group. After they rough up an old woman, Lexi returns to care for her and learns that the woman was a former member of the Nazi Youth Movement. Age11+/134pp/PB

The Violin Players



By Eileen Bluestone Sherman When Melissa moves from New York City to a small Midwestern town, she is confronted by antisemitism in her new school. Age 10+/130pp./HC

By Barbara Spector Over 800 individual questions in quiz format to test your knowledge of everything Jewish. All ages/196pp./PB

Celebrating with Jewish Crafts By Rebeca Edid Ruzansky Photos by Roberto Zeballos-Peralta Teachers and older kids who can do craft projects on their own will love this book. The projects it contains are excellent. The instructions are well presented, clear, readable with easy-to-follow photographs of each step. There are projects for every Jewish holiday as well as general occasions. All the information you need - materials, directions, patterns, examples are contained here. A must have for the resource center. © 2008 – Many Ages/314pp./HC

Hebrew Alphabet Coloring Book Written and illustrated by Chaya Burstein Each page contains a variety of objects whose names begin with the Hebrew letter being illustrated. Age 5-10/32pp./PB

Jewish Holiday Crafts for Little Hands By Ruth Esrig Brinn Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn Over 100 arts and crafts projects using common household materials. Age 4-8/128pp./PB

What if the Zebras Lost Their Stripes? By John Reitano Illustrated by William Haines Vibrant pictures and provocative questions in a lively book to discuss differences with the very young. Age 4-9/32pp./HC

Why the Jews? The Reason for Anti-Semitism By Dennis Prager & Joseph Telushkin A fascinating, factual account of why anti-Semitism exists. Adult/288pp./PB

ARTS, CRAFTS & ACTIVITY BOOKS Alef-Bet Yoga for Kids By Ruth Goldeen Photos by Bill Goldeen The multicultural faces of Judaism today demonstrate a variety of yoga poses in the shapes of the Alef-Bet. A glossary at the back of the book explains it all. © 2009–Age 5-10/32pp./HC

Jewish Holiday Games for Little Hands By Ruth Esrig Brinn Illustrated by Sally Springer A variety of games with reproducible game boards and cards for each Jewish holiday. Age 3-8/128pp./PB

Jewish Holiday Origami Written and illustrated by Joel Stern Review on its way! © 2006/Age 5-10/64pp./PB

Jewish Holidays & Traditions Coloring Book Written and illustrated by Chaya Burstein Each page illustrates a separate Jewish Holiday. Age 5-10/48pp./PB

Jewish Origami I Written and illustrated by Florence Temko Clear and direct instructions for making a grogger, a shofar, a star of David, frogs, matzoh cover, Torah Scroll, dreidel and Joseph’s coat. Origami paper included. Age 6-Adult/12pp./PB

Jewish Origami II Written and illustrated by Florence Temko Instructions for making an Israeli flag, Purim basket, Rabbi’s hat, Sabbath candles, Queen Esther’s jewelry, Shavuot flowers, Noah’s Ark and a dove. Origami paper included. Age 6-Adult/12pp./PB



By Ann Eisenberg Illustrated by Rosalyn Schanzer A young child compares herself to the major heroes of the Bible. Newly revised as a board book. Age 2-6/20pp./Board

Biblical Literacy: The Most Important People, Events and Ideas of the Hebrew Bible By Rabbi Joseph Telushkin A complete bible education in one volume. Adult/656pp./HC

But God Remembered: Stories of Women from Creation to the Promised Land By Sandy Eisenberg Sasso Illustrated by Bethanne Andersen The stories of Lillith, Serach, Bityah and the Daughters of Z. Age 8+/32pp./PB

Clouds of Glory: Legends and Stories about Bible Times By Miriam Chaikin Illustrated by David Frampton 21 Midrashim provide thoughtful and illuminating insights into popular Bible stories. Age 9+/128pp./HC

Common Ground: The Weekly Torah Portion Through the Eyes of a Conservative, Orthodox and Reform Rabbi By Steve Lipman A Conservative, Orthodox and Reform rabbi respond to questions about each of the weekly Torah portions. Adult/390pp./HC

The Eternal Books Retold: A Rabbi Summarizes the 39 Books of the Bible By Alex J. Goldman The author summarizes the books of the Bible and recreates the vitality and inspiration of each one. Adult/368pp./HC

The Five Books of Moses By Everett Fox Now in paperback, the acclaimed new translation of the Hebrew Bible. Adult/1056pp./PB

The Five Books of Moses for Young People Adapted and illustrated by Esta Cassway An inspiring, beautifully written and delightfully told collection of Bible stories to read aloud to young and old. All ages/234pp./PB

God’s Garden: Children’s Stories Grown from the Bible By Adam Fisher Stories complement each sidrah and offer value lessons for each tale. perfect for bedtime or Shabbat reading. Age 5-10/166pp./PB

The Haftarah Commentary By Gunther Plout

The All New Jewish Quiz Book

The CCAR’s companion volume to the Reform Chumash. Adult/1000+pp./HC

GENERAL Bible Heroes I Can Be

Walker's Crossing By Phyllis Reynolds Naylor A ranching community in Wyoming is divided between those who accept the views of a local militia group and those who do not. A young boy, caught in the middle when the final confrontation erupts, learns what it really means to be a man, what it takes to build a good future and how to find your place in a changing world. Age 10+/240pp./PB

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The Harlot by the Side of the Road: Forbidden Tales of the Bible By Jonathan Kirsch A collection of biblical stories that are usually suppressed or mistranslated due to their graphic nature Adult/378pp./PB

How to Read the Bible: A Guide to Scripture, Then and Now By James L. Kugel A book often recommended by rabbis in “Introduction to Judaism” classes, this is an interesting look at the Hebrew Bible as seen through the eyes of a traditional Jew who teaches at Harvard University. Adult/848pp./PB

JPS Hebrew-English Tanakh Featuring a durable, leatherette flex binding, this is a study bible that will last for years to come. Adult/2040pp.

The Kid's Catalog of Bible Treasures Written and illustrated by Chaya Burstein Kids travel back in time to the ancient land of the Bible and discover how stories and customs from the Bible are part of their lives today. Age 8+/142pp./PB

Kind Little Rivka By Dina Rosenfeld Illustrated by Ilene Winn-Lederer How Rivka’s kindness to the camels brought her great rewards. Age 3-8/32pp./HC

The Language of Truth: The Torah Commentary of the Sefat Emet By Arthur Green A collection of the Sefat Emet's teachings. Adult/408pp./HC

The Pentateuch: An Introduction to the First Five Books of the Bible By Joseph Blenkinsopp A comprehensive and up-to-date look at the first five books of the Bible, where they came from and how they came to be. Adult/288pp./PB

Reading the Book: Making the Bible a Timeless Text By Burton L. Visotzky This book demonstrates the ingenuity and richness of approaching the Bible through the use of midrash. Adult/242pp./PB

Sefer Ha-Aggadah:The Book of Legends-Legends from the Talmud and Midrash By Hayim Nahman Bialik & Yehoshua Hana Ravnitzky The first complete English translation of this Hebrew classic. Adult/898pp./HC

Sofer: The Story of a Torah Scroll

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To order call 800-449-6737 or FAX 310-784-0275 By Eric Ray How a Torah Scroll is created. Age 4-8/64pp./PB

Tell it from the Torah By Gedalia Peterseil A parsha-by-parsha exploration of Torah. Age 12+/2 Vol./PB

Ten Good Rules: A Counting Book By Susan Remick Topek Photographs by Tod Cohen Recently revised with photograohs instead of drawings to illustrate each commandment, this is an introduction to the Ten Commandments for very young children. Age 1-5/32pp./PB

The Torah For Family Reading By Joseph Gaer A collection of bible stories for the entire family. All ages/576pp./PB

The Torah: A Modern Commentary (Hebrew Opening) By Gunther Plaut The Reform Movement Chumash, recently revised to become much easier to read and refer to. Adult/1604pp./HC

A Torah Commentary for Our Times By Rabbi Harvey J. Fields A three-volume set of easy to understand commentary on the Torah. Perfect for Bar/Bat Mitzvah. Adult/Boxedpp./PB

ABRAHAM & SARAH Abraham’s Search for God By Jacqueline Jules p.j. Illustrated by Natascia Ugliano A beautiful retelling of the midrash about Abraham’s discovery of the One God. Told in a way that young children can grasp the concept of a Power that created everything on this earth. The illustrations in this book are rich with bold colors and very stylistically drawn. The final page of the story ends as follows: “Today, we remember Abraham as the father of three great religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.” An appropriate book for reading at interfaith settings and by interfaith families. © 2007 – Age 3-8/32pp./PB

A Little Boy Named Avram By Dina Rosenfeld Illustrated by Ilene Winn-Lederer How Abraham discovered God is one. Age 3-8/32pp./HC

Sarah Laughs By Jacqueline Jules Illustrated by Natascia Ugliano An extraordinarily beautiful picture book retelling the life of Sarah. The illustrations are bright, colorful and bold. The text is whimsical, delightful and filled with amazing metaphors. Throughout the book, watch Sarah's eyes to see all the feelings conveyed in the text. © 2008 – Age 3-8/32pp./PB

The Ten Tests of Abraham By Shoshana Lepon

Illustrated by Siegmund Forst A lyrical telling of Abraham’s trials. Age 4-8/32pp./HC

CREATION In Our Image: God’s First Creatures By Nancy Sohn Swartz Illustrated by Melanie Hall God asks all of nature to offer gifts to humankind with the promise that humans would care for creation in return. Age 4–8/32pp./HC

Creation Song By Anna Scott-Brown Illustrated by Elana Gomez A beautifully written and exquisitely illustrated midrash on the Creation story. In it God is dreaming and singing and dancing the world into being. The text is filled with joy and love, music and laughter. The bright, bold colors of the plants and animals, trees and flowers, rain and sunshine fill every page. © 2008 – Age 4–8/32pp./HC

DAVID David and the Giant By Emily Little Illustrated by Hans Wilhelm A book for beginning readers with simple text and charming illustrations. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Dovid the Little Shepherd By Dina Rosenfeld Illustrated by Ilene Winn-Lederer David’s leadership qualities were apparent even when he was tending the sheep. Age 3-8/32pp./HC

Giant Killer Written and illustrated by John Ryan The story of David and Goliath as seen through the eyes of the man who held Goliath’s shield. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

King David: The Real Life of the Man Who Ruled Israel By Jonathan Kirsch The author brings new depth to the familiar events of David's life. Revealing a man as vibrant and compelling today as he has been for millenia. Adult/403pp./PB

GENESIS Genesis – the Book with Seventy Faces: A Guide for the Family By Esther Takac Illustrated by Anna Pignataro An excellent resource with a broad perspective on the first book of Torah. B'nai Mitzvah doing research for their D'var Torah will find this a useful tool they can engage with and understand for discovering a deeper meaning to Torah. Parents can use this book to engage their families during Shabbat dinner discussions. Jewish professionals can find innumerable uses for this handy volume. © 2008 – Age 4-8/242pp./HC

JONAH Jonah and the Whale Written and illustrated by Heather Amery An easy to read version of this wonderful story. Age 2–6/16pp./PB

A beautifully written midrash about Nachshon, the individual who was the first to step into the waters of the Reed Sea thereby enabling the Jewish People to reach freedom on the other side. © 2009 – Age 5-8/32pp./HC

The Ten Plagues of Egypt

JOSEPH Benjamin and the Silver Goblet By Jacqueline Jules p.j. Illustrated by Natascia Ugliano The dramatic story of Joseph’s using Benjamin to see if his brothers had learned their lesson. © 2009 – Age 2–6/32pp./HC/$17.95

The Coat of Many Colors By Jenny Koralek Illustrated by Pauline Baynes A beautiful retelling of the Joseph story for younger children. © 2004 – Age 4–9/28pp./HC

Joseph Adapted and illustrated by Brian Wildsmith A stunningly illustrated, fairly accurate retelling of the Joseph story. © 1997 – Age 4–9/36pp./HC



By Shoshana Lepon Illustrated by Aaron Friedman Lively verse and bright, bold pictures. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Who Knows Ten? Children’s Tales of the Ten Commandments By Molly Cone Illustrated by Robin Brickman Revised with new illustrations, this classic uses stories to help children understand the deeper meanings of the Ten Commandments. Age 5+/112pp./PB

NOAH Noah and the Rainbow By Shoshana Lepon Illustrated by Aaron Friedman Easy-to-read rhyme and bright, bold illustrations. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Joseph the Dreamer Adapted by Alison Greengard Illustrated by Carol Racklin-Siegel This is part of a series of Hebrew/English Bible stories from EKS. The illustrations are gorgeousbold, bright colorful. The Hebrew text is easy to read, easy to engage with. There is a fabulous dictionary in the back with excellent translations and transliterations (if you need them.) This is a must have for those libraries with synagogue schools or adult education programs that have Hebrew classes. © 2008 – Age 9-14/40pp./PB

MOSES Exodus Written and illustrated by Brian Wildsmith A stunningly beautiful, engagingly written retelling of the Exodus story. All ages/64pp./HC

Noah’s Ark Written and illustrated by Lucy Cousins Bright colorful pictures, simple text. Age 2-7/32pp./PB

Noah’s Ark By Linda Hayward Illustrated by Freire Wright A Step-into-Reading book. Simple text and charming pictures. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Noah’s Ark By Heinz Janisch Illustrated by Lisbeth Zwerger Remarkable illustrations highlight this beautiful retelling. Age 4-8/32pp./HC



Noah's Ark

Written and illustrated by Peter Spier Winner of the Caldecot Medal. A wordless version of Noah’s story. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Moses: A Life By Jonathan Kirsch The fascinating biography of one of Judaism's most compelling figures. Adult/432pp./PB

Moses, The Prince, The Prophet: His Life, Legend & Message for Our Lives By Rabbi Levi Meier Discusses the story of Moses as a metaphor for life and growth for each of us. Adult/225pp./PB

The Moses Basket By Jenny Koralek Illustrated by Pauline Baynes A lovely midrash about Moses being put in the Nile and saved by the Egyptian princess. © 2003 – Age 5-8/28pp./HC

Nachshon, Who Was Afraid to Swim: A Passover Story p.j. By Deborah Bodin Cohen Illustrated by Jago

Noah’s Ark and Other Bible Stories By Selena Hastings Clear language and vivid pictures tell the tales and illustrate the settings. Age 8+/64pp./PB

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Written and illustrated by Lis and Jim Coplestone Eber, grandson of Grandpa Noah and Grandma Nora, wants to cuddle in bed with them one stormy night on the ark. How can one little boy be so tickley, snorey and scratchy? Enchanting illustrations accompany this endearing story of life on Noah’s Ark. © 2006 - Age 3-8/32pp./PB

Noah’s Trees Written and illustrated by Bijou Le Tourd

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Hoopoe bird, speaks to us of respect for different people and the different creatures of the world. © 2000 – Age 6+/32pp./HC

Noah’s Wife: The Story of Naamah

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By Sandy Eisenberg Sasso Illustrated by Bethanne Andersen While Noah gathers up the animals, Noah’s wife must gather seeds from each plant on earth. Age 4-9/32pp./HC

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Old MacNoah Had an Ark

By Sally Lloyd-Jones Illustrated by Jill Newton Old MacDonald Had a Farm with a Noah’s Ark theme. There is no doubt that when you and the kids begin singing this version of the song everyone will be laughing. It’s a “bang, bang here”, an “oopsie daisie there,” “here a poo,” “there a burp!” Everywhere a rip-roaring time. Wonderful illustrations. © 2008 - Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Tara’s Flight By Ruth Eitzen Illustrated by Allan Eitzen A nice Noah’s Ark story with lovely, colorful and bright illustrations. The ending with its message of peace is beautiful and one that should definitely be shared. © 2008 – Age 3-8/32pp./HC

We’re All in the Same Boat By Zachary Shapiro Illustrated by Jack E. Davis Illustrations that are delightful, bright and so very fun, a story told with alphabetical alliterations for read aloud laughs and a message for our times: We are all in this together, so let’s get along, and we’ll get through this…together. Excellent. © 2009 – Age 3-8/32pp./HC

Why Noah Chose the Dove By Isaac Bashevis Singer Illustrated by Eric Carle During an argument, dove remains silent and is rewarded with a very special task. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

The Essential Talmud By Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz Talmud as human document and divine law. Adult/296pp./PB

Introduction to Rabbinic Literature By Jacob Neusner Explores the forces that gave rise to rabbinic literature and tells what these documents are, how to find them and how to read them. Adult/752pp./HC

Swimming in the Sea of Talmud By Michael Katz & Gershon Schwartz An introduction to the study of Talmud and its application to contemporary life. Adult/368pp./PB

The Talmud for Beginners, Volume I: Prayer Volume II: Text Volume III: Living in a Non-Jewish World By Judith Z. Abrams Introduces the Talmud to the sophisticated novice with the intention of making it meaningful and accessible. Adult/234pp./PB

BIKKUR HOLIM/ VISITING THE SICK BIOGRAPHY Alicia: My Story By Alicia Appleman-Jurman The true story of a young girl’s survival during the Holocaust. Age 11+/433pp./PB

Anne Frank: Life in Hiding

RUTH Naomi’s Song By Selma Kritzer Silverberg An excellent modern midrash on the life of Naomi from her days as a young girl until she becomes a grandmother through Ruth’s bearing of Oved. © 2009 – Age 12+/142pp./PB

SOLOMON King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba

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By Blu Greenberg Illustrated by Linda Tarry The epic love story of these two powerful rulers based on Biblical, Rabbinic and Ethiopian sources. © 1997 – Age 6-9/48pp./HC

The Wisdom Bird: p.j. A Tale of Solomon and Sheba By Sheldon Oberman Illustrated by Neil Waldman This ancient and powerful story about Solomon, Sheba and the

By Johanna Hurwitz A sensitive and thoughtful introduction to the life and times of Anne Frank. Age 9+/64pp./PB

Anne Frank By Yona Zeldis McDonough Illustrated by Malcah Zeldis A sensitive introduction to the Holocaust through the life of Anne Frank. Age 7-10/32pp./HC

Anne Frank, Beyond the Diary: A Photographic Remembrance By Ruud van der Rol & Rian Verhoeven An extraordinary book that gives a human face to the voice from the diary. Age 10+/114pp./PB

Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl By Anne Frank The classic edition. Age 12+/220+pp./PB

Boys of Steel: The Creators of Superman

Ordinary Genius: The Story of Albert Einstein

By Marc Tyler Nobleman Illustrated by Ross MacDonald Except for a small reference to the fact that one of the creators of Superman was Jewish in the Afterword, this book has no real Jewish content. Nonetheless, it deserves a place in every Jewish library because Superman and his Jewish creators are a part of Jewish history. Boys especially will want to read this book about the effort it took to bring Superman to life and how he captured the imagination of the entire country. Very well-written, with outstanding illustrations. © 2008 – Age 7-11/36pp/HC

By Stephanie S. McPherson Age 10+/96pp./PB

The Diary of a Young Girl: The Definitive Edition By Anne Frank A new translation of the classic Diary of Anne Frank, with nearly one-third of Anne's entries restored. Age 12+/352pp./PB

Elie Wiesel: A Voice for Humanity

By David A. Adler Illustrated by Karen Ritz The story of Anne Frank, but not for the very young. Age 7-10/32pp./PB

Portraits of Jewish American Heroes By Malka Drucker Illustrated by Elizabeth Rosen A diverse and unique collection of biographies of Jewish Americans. Not the usual cast of characters. Lillian Wald is in this book. Michael Schwerner and Andrew Goodman are here. Daniel Pearl has a chapter. The illustrations are lovely and meaningful. Plus, a glossary, a timeline of Jewish-American History, a Bibliography and suggested reading are in the back of the book. © 2008 – Age 9-13/96pp/HC

Raoul Wallenberg: The Man Who Stopped Death

By Ellen Norman Stern Age 8+/111pp./PB

Einstein: Visionary Scientist By John B. Severance Illustrated with archival photographs A detailed account of Einstein's childhood, early career and later recognition as one of the most respected and beloved scientists of this century. Age 10-14/144pp/PB

Gertrude is Gertrude is Gertrude is Gertrude By Jonah Winter Illustrated by Calef Brown A fascinating glimpse into the world of Gertrude Stein, Alice B. Toklas and their friends – the artists and literary figures of their day. © 2009 – Age 9-13/40pp/HC

Hank Greenberg: Hall-Of-Fame Slugger

A Picture Book of Anne Frank



By Ira Berkow Illustrated by Mick Ellison Age 9+/108pp./PB

Memories of Babi By Aranka Siegal A Sydney Taylor Honor Book. This book delivers a delightful, meaningful message of what living Jewishly really means and the unconditional love between a grandmother and granddaughter. Wonderful, readable, emotional and highly visual stories will have you laughing out loud, getting goosebumps and crying. The author describes the sights, sounds and smells of her life on the farm as she lived it with her "Babi.” Would be a wonderful Intergenerational Book Club read, recipes at the end providing great hands-on activities and wonderful refreshments. © 2008 – Age 9-13/116pp/HC

Moe Berg: The Spy Behind Home Plate By Vivian Grey Using baseball as a cover, Moe Berg spied for the U.S. during WWII. Age 8+/128pp./PB

By Sharon Linnea Illustrated by Tom Veres Age 10+/168pp./PB

Shalom, Friend: The Life @ and Legacy of Yitzhak Rabin By The Jerusalem Report Staff Winner of the National Jewish Book Award. An authoritative biography of an extraordinary life. Adult/288pp./HC

Teddy Kollek: Builder of Jerusalem By Abraham Rabinovich Age 9+/130pp./PB

Yoni Netanyahu: Commando at Entebbe



By Devra Newberger Speregen Age 9+/128pp./PB

CONVERSION (SEE INTERFAITH ISSUES) COOKBOOKS The Children's Jewish Holiday Kitchen By Joan Nathan

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Now in paperback, 70 child friendly recipes from around the world. Having made several recipes from this book, I can verify that they are easy and delicious. © 2000 – All ages/176pp/PB

Chocolate Chip Challah Written and illustrated by Lisa Rauchwerger Using the Jewish calendar as a frame work, adults and children can cook up tasty treats all year. A delightful family cookbook with an interactive format for parent and child; easy to use recipes; and trivia and information on Jewish holidays. All ages/96pp./PB

Matzah Meals:

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To order call 800-449-6737 or FAX 310-784-0275 A Passover Cookbook for Kids By Judy Tabs & Barbara Steinberg Illustrated by Chari Radin A wonderful collection of recipes that are Kosher for Passover and fun for kids. Easy instructions, simple ingredients. All ages/72pp./PB

The Second Avenue Deli Cookbook By Sharon Lebewohl & Rena Bulkin Recipes and memories from Abe Lebewohl's legendary New York kitchen. My Potato Latke Recipe comes from here and it is hands down the best ever! Adult/256pp./HC

presents the uncertainties that are a part of contemporary Jewish identity. Adult/208pp./PB

A young girl struggles to survive in Russia’s wilderness. Age 10-14/246pp./PB

The Red Tent

Elvina’s Mirror

By Anita Diamant With deeply affecting, rich storytelling, this modern midrash of the life of Dinah takes us into the ancient world of biblical women. This is a story you will not forget. Adult/322pp./PB

By Sylvie Weil The sequel to My Guardian Angel, a new family moves to Troyes from Germany. They become the central figures in a plot filled with romance, danger, conspiracy and all one would expect from life in the Dark Ages. Of course, Elvina, Rashi’s granddaughter, is once again there to save the day. © 2009 – Age 9-14/164pp/PB

The Source By James Michener The classic history of the birth and development of Judaism. Adult/928pp./PB

CURRENT EVENTS

HISTORICAL FICTION

The Battle for God

Across the Alley

By Karen Armstrong An illuminating and perceptive look at the "fundamentalist" form of religion. Adult/448pp./PB

By Richard Michelson Illustrated by E.B. Lewis Set in 1950’s Brooklyn, NY. Abe, a young, white, Jewish boy, and Willie, his young, black neighbor, share their Caretakers’ Dreams every night as they toss a baseball through their open bedroom windows before Abe has to start his violin practice. Of course, it turns out that Willie is the excellent violin player and Abe the super baseball pitcher. When their talents are realized, color barriers are shattered as Abe’s grandfather invites Willie to his synagogue to play, and Willie’s father invites Abe to pitch for Willie’s team. © 2006 – Age 6-10/32pp./HC

FICTION ADULT FICTION As a Driven Leaf By Milton Steinberg, New forward by Chaim Potok The classic story that brings the Talmudic age to life. Adult/480pp./PB

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Day After Night By Anita Diamant Based on the true story of the 1945 rescue of over 200 prisoners from the Atlit internment camp near Haifa, Israel. An extraordinary story of survival, friendship and triumph. © 2009 – Adult/296pp./HC

A Journey to the End of the Millennium: A Novel of the Middle Ages By A. B. Yehoshua Set in Medieval Europe in 999 C. E., a Jewish merchant sets out on a journey that will forever change his family. Adult/352pp./PB

The Last of the Just By Andre Schwarz-Bart Considered by many to be the greatest single monument to the history of Jewish persecution. This story traces the legacy of the Righteous Men of the Levy family over eight centuries. Adult/374pp./PB

More Wandering Stars: An Anthology of Outstanding Stories of Jewish Fantasy and Science Fiction By Jack Dann A companion volume to Wandering Stars that takes us once again to the edges of the universe to find humor, pain and humanity in the unlikliest of places. Adult/208pp./PB

Mystery Midrash: An Anthology of Jewish Mystery and Detective Fiction Edited by Lawrence Raphael Thirteen stories from acclaimed mystery writers that will enlighten, intrigue and entertain. Each story

The Apprentice’s Masterpiece: A Story of Medieval Spain By Melanie Little An interesting story set in 15th century Spain during the rise of Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand. Peaceful days of religious coexistence have come to an end. Told in free verse, this is a story of Conversos - Jews who converted to Christianity - and Moriscos - Muslims who converted to Christianity. Highly descriptive and very emotional, we follow a master and his slave as they make compromises to "live" their lives in a very divided world. Boys would especially enjoy this adventure-tale. © 2009 – Age 12+/310pp./HC

Dave at Night By Gail Carson Levine It is 1926. Dave's father is dead and his stepmother does not want him. The only place that will take him is the Hebrew Home for Boys. Through poverty, misery, hope and magic, this is a stunning tale of the power of friendship. Age 8+/288pp./PB

The Disappearing Dowry: An Ezra Melamed Mystery By Libi Astaire Set in 1810 Regency London, written in a Jane Austen style, with a Jewish “Hercule Poirot” solving the mystery of a lost fortune, what more could you ask for? An entertaining and engaging read. © 2009 – Age 12+/214pp./PB

The story of Masada as told by Simon ben Eleazer, son of the leader of Masada. Age 12+/80pp/PB

My Guardian Angel By Sylvie Weil In 11th century France, Crusaders are destroying entire Jewish communities on their way to the Holy Land. Elvina, Rashi’s granddaughter, hides a young Christian who does not want to fight, putting her town in danger. © 2004 – Age 9-14/164pp/PB

Pharoah's Daughter: A Novel of Ancient Egypt

How I Learned Geography Written and illustrated by Uri Shulevitz An exquisitely illustrated book describing the gift of imagination. It may be difficult to introduce to young children, however, as it begins with the main character and his family running away from war. The idea of a map being a place to fuel our imaginations is a wonderful concept and one that could provide some fun classroom experiences. © 2008 – Age 6-10/32pp/HC

By Julius Lester A story of Moses and his sister, Almah that probes questions of identity, faith and destiny. Age 12+/192pp./PB

Jesse's Star

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By Ellen Schwartz Jesse's project about his immigrant ancestors is due tomorrow and he hasn't started. When he discovers his great-great grandfather's Star of David, he is transported back in time to his ancestor’s original home 1880's Russia. Age 8+/108pp/PB

By Pamela Melnikoff Three Jewish children try to save the life of a Jewish doctor accused of spying for Spain. Set in Elizabethan England. Age 8+/160pp./PB

Joseph’s Wardrobe By Paul J. Citrin Illustrated by Lindsey Aitken A mystery set in the time of King Solomon. Age 9-12/102pp./PB

The Kugel Valley Klezmer Band By Joan Betty Stuchner p.j Illustrated by Richard Row Set in a Canadian village at the turn of the century where Shira learns to play the fiddle in a Klezmer band. © 2001 – Age 6-10/30pp./PB

The Legend of Freedom Hill By Linda Jacobs Altman p.j Illustrated by Cornelius Van Wright & Ying-Hwa Hu During the Gold Rush of the 1850's, Rosabel and Sophie are best friends because they are both outsiders. Rosabel is African American and Sophie is Jewish. © 2000 – Age 4-8/32pp./PB

By Hazel Krantz A fifteen-year old Jewish girl in Denver, 1886 wants to decide her own fate. Age 9+/224pp./PB

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By Kathryn Lasky Illustrated by Kevin Hawkes Winner of the National Jewish Book Award. Marven is sent to a logging camp during the flu epidemic. There he befriends a gruff lumberjack. Age 6–10/48pp./PB

By Esther Hautzig Winner of the Sydney Taylor Award.

Masada: The Last Fortress By Gloria D. Miklowitz



By Eva Wiseman A young Jewish girl and her family try to flee Hungary during the 1956 revolution. Age 12+/192pp./PB



Rashi’s Daughter, Secret Scholar By Maggie Anton An engaging and well-researched book, about life during Rashi's time 11th century France. With only daughters, and independent, demanding ones at that, Rashi struggles with the boundaries of his Torah and Talmud knowledge and his need to educate them. Deciding to teach them, Hebrew, Torah and Talmud, we see his daughters - and their mother - struggle with the desire to be independent, free thinking individuals at a time when that was not only unacceptable, but dangerous. The decisions and compromises made by all parties are interesting and will provoke many discussions. © 2008 – Age 9-14/200pp/PB

Sacred Shadows By Maxine Rose Schur A coming of age story set in preHitler Germany. Age 11+/224pp./HC

The Star and The Sword

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Marven of the Great North Woods

A Place Not Home

By Pamela Melnikoff Two Jewish children meet Robin Hood on their search for relatives in another town. Age 8+/140pp./PB

Tanta Teva & the Magic Booth By Joel Lurie Grishaver Illustrated by David Bleicher Marc goes on a journey through Jewish history in a magic Sukkah. Age 7-10/80pp./PB

The Treasure in the Tiny Blue Tin By Dede Fox Ducharme Two boys overcome their differences as they struggle through the flooded Texas wilderness.

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Land of Hope Until The Messiah Comes By Kenneth Roseman In this intriguing addition to the do-ityourself Jewish adventure series, young readers go back in time to the end of the 19th century. During their journey, they explore Jewish history and participate in decisions that still impact Jews today. Age10+/128pp/PB

The Walls of Cartagena By Julia Durango Illustrated by Tom Pohrt A great story with a Jewish twist.The Spanish Inquisition intrudes on a young, black slave's life, causing him to review his life in a very special way. The mitzvot of "Redeeming the Captive," "Caring for the Sick" and many others are reflected throughout this extraordinary saga. And though at the end we learn it is actually based on the life of a priestly saint, nothing in the story comes across as Christian at all. Basically this is an excellent book about good people joining together to fight evil. © 2008 – Age 9-14/152pp/HC

IMMIGRANT EXPERIENCE All-Of-A-Kind Family By Sydney Taylor Winner of the National Jewish Book Award. The classic story of Jewish family life at the turn of the century in Lower East Side, New York. Age 8-12/175pp./PB

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By Karen Hesse Winner of the 2009 Sydney Taylor Book Award for Older Readers. This exceptional book is based on the true story of the family who found their "goldene medina" by creating the original stuffed Teddy Bear. The author weaves Teddy Bears, Coney Island, orphans, ghosts and immigrant life in America into a thoughtful, strange but in the end reassuring coming of age story. © 2008 - Age 11-15/232pp./HC

The Castle p.j. on Hester Street By Linda Heller Illustrated by Boris Kulikov A new edition for the 25th Anniversary of this classic story. A little girl hears very different versions of her grandparents’ arrival in America. © 2007 – Age 4-8/32pp./HC

Dreams in the Golden Country: The Diary of Zipporah Feldman, A Jewish Immigrant Girl By Kathryn Lasky A fictionalized diary portrays one young woman’s experience of coming to America in 1903. Age 9+/190pp./HC

Hannah's Journal: The Story of an Immigrant Girl Written and illustrated by Marissa Moss In Marissa Moss' classic handwritten journal style, we read the story of Hannah and her cousin Esther as they sail to America. Age 8+/56pp./PB

By Joan Lowery Nixon The story of Russian immigrant, Rebekah Levinsky, and her journey to America and struggles adjusting to a new land. Age 9-12/172pp./PB

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The Locket: Surviving the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire By Suzanne Lieurance A fictionalized, yet highly emotional, account of the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire. There is historical information in the back of the book that describes the actual turn of events along with Further Reading and internet sites that provide more information. © 2008 – Age 8-11/160pp./HC

Lost By Jacqueline Davies An interesting twist on the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire story that takes two true stories – The Triangle Fire and a newspaper report of a missing New York heiress – and folds them into one exciting, interesting, captivating account of life on the Lower East Side of New York. © 2009–Age 12+/242pp./HC

The Melting Pot By Kenneth Roseman A do-it-yourself adventure set in Lower East Side, New York at the turn of the century. Age 8-12/130pp./PB

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By Elvira Woodruff Illustrated by Michael Dooling A young girl's cleverness and a tattered coat filled with loving memories keep an immigrant family from being separated at Ellis Island. © 1999 – Age 7+/32pp/HC

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By Heidi Smith Hyde Illustrated by Johanna Van Der Sterre An exceptional picture book describing a Jewish immigrant’s journey from Russia to America and also the rebirth of Klezmer music as it occurred in one family. Mendel and his accordion join up with other musicians to form a “klezmorim” group providing music to the community whether in Russian towns or on the ship to America. Once in America, he finds a job, and builds a family while his accordion collects dust in the attic. Then one day, his great-grandson finds the accordion, learns to play and starts a Klezmer band. The story is concise and well-told. The illustrations are beautiful, engaging and expressive. © 2007 – Age 5 - 9/32pp/PB

Molly's Pilgrim

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By Barbara Cohen Illustrated by Daniel Mark Duffy The classic story of a girl and her classmates who learn the true meaning of Thanksgiving. © 1998 – Age 7+/32pp/HC

Naming Liberty

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By Jane Yolen Illustrated by Jim Burke Two stories told side-by-side. One, the Jewish immigrant experience. The other, the creation of the Statue of Liberty. The text is simple, yet descriptive. The illustrations detailed, intense and warm. The author based the story on family members' experiences of coming to America which she describes in the back of the book. © 2008 - Age 6-11/32pp/HC

The Other Side of the Hudson: A Jewish Immigrant Adventure By Kenneth Roseman A do-it-yourself adventure describing the choices made by newly arriving Jews in America. Age 8-12/120pp./PB

The Pushcart Wars By Jean Merrill An “historical account” of the troubles between the trucker drivers and the pushcart owners in New York City. Age 10+/128pp./PB

Rebecca: An American Girl • Meet Rebecca • Rebecca and Ana • Candlelight for Rebecca • Rebecca and the Movies • Rebecca to the Rescue • Changes for Rebecca

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By Anna Olswanger Illustrated by Paula Goodman Koz Based on a true story from 1919, two crooks - their heads should turn to pumpkins - try to steal the Passover wine from a neighborhood tavern in the Lower East Side of New York. © 2005 – Age 6-11/40pp/HC

Streets of Gold By Rosemary Wells Illustrated by Dan Andreasen A story that brings renewed freshness and vigor to the fundamental American experience. Age 5+/40pp/HC

A Time of Angels By Karen Hesse A young girl is forced to leave home during the 1812 influenza epidemic. Age 10-14/256pp./PB

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By Riki Levinson Illustrated by Diane Goode Traveling to America by ship. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

When Jessie Came Across the Sea

JEWISH IDENTITY About the B’nai Bagels By E. L. Konigsburg A Jewish baseball team is coached by a team member’s mother. Age 8-12/208pp./PB

Allegra Maud Goldman By Edith Konecky A feisty Jewish girl growing up in a wealthy Brooklyn family must learn about what it means to be female, about sex and about death. Through it all she remains a defiant and lovable narrator. A real gem of a book. Age 12+/190pp./PB

Are You There God? Its Me, Margaret By Judy Blume A classic. Eleven-year old Margaret struggles with growing up and finding her religious identity. Age 10-14/160pp./PB

Babushka’s Doll Written and illustrated by Patricia Polacco A naughty doll teaches a little girl an important lesson about patience. Age 4-8/36pp./PB

Baseball Fever

By Jacqueline Dembar Greene The American Girls collection has finally brought forth a Jewish American Girl. Meet Rebecca Rubin, a Jewish American girl, growing up in New York City in 1914. © 2009 – Age 80+/78pp./PB

Shlemiel Crooks

By Amy Hest Illustrated by P. J. Lynch Young Jessie is chosen by the rabbi to travel to America. A moving story of courage and triumph. © 1997 – Age 6-12/40pp./PB

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By Johanna Hurwitz Ezra and his college professor father seem to have nothing in common until a car trip turns into a chance to find some common ground. Age 8+/128pp/PB

The Bee Tree Written and illustrated by Patricia Polacco A young girl on a honey hunt learns a lesson about the importance of books. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

The Best of K'Tonton By Sadie Rose Weilerstein Illustrated by Marilyn Hirsh The very best adventures of the beloved “Jewish Tom Thumb” in one volume. Age 6-10/96pp./PB

Champion & Jewboy By Bruce M. Siegel Two novellas about teens: One, a Jew digging into his grandfather’s past. The second, a vandal who must confront his bigotry. Age 11-14/100+pp./PB

December Secrets By Patricia Reilly Giff Secret friends and holiday gift giving in a public school. Easy reading. Age 6-8/75pp./PB

Fat Chance By Léslèa Newman An eighth grader’s diary focuses on her increasing obsession with her weight. Age 12+/224pp./PB

Fitting In

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A Gift for Mama By Esther Hautzig Illustrated by Donna Diamond A young Jewish girl is determined to buy her mother a store bought present for Mother’s Day. Age 7-10/58pp./PB

to keep his competitve edge so high he loses his sense of self. Children participating in activities for no other reason than they look good on a college resume. Families more concerned about what the neighbors think than what is right. An excellent book that speaks the truth about societal issues too often ignored today. © 2008 – Age 8-12/232pp./PB

Penina Levine is a Hard-boiled Egg

Jelly Belly By Robert Kimmel Smith An overweight boy goes to summer diet camp with adventurous results. Age 9+/155pp./PB

Jewish Sci-Fi Stories For Kids: An Anthology of Short Stories An interesting and thoughtful collection of science fiction stories for young adults. Age 10+/208pp./PB

Just Right: The Story of A Jewish Home By Ellen Emerman Illustrated by Sarah Kranz Rivkie shows her family how to make Hashem welcome in their new home. Age 3+/32pp./HC

The Koufax Dilemma By Steven Schnur Illustrated by Meryl Treatner A young boy must choose between an important baseball game and his family’s Passover seder. Age 10+/192pp./PB

Missing Girls By Lois Metzger A young girl, living with her grandmother - a Holocaust survivor forms a friendship that helps her come to terms with the loss of her mother. Age 10+/192pp./HC

By Rebecca O’Connell Illustrated by Majella Lue Sue Penina Levine is a thoroughly enjoyable character. In this first Penina book, it appears her teacher missed diversity training classes in college. Penina Levine stands up for herself and her faith, accepting all consequences to prove her point. You have to admire her while shaking your head at the absurdity of the situations in which she finds herself. © 2007 – Age 8-12/136pp./PB

Penina Levine is a Potato Pancake By Rebecca O’Connell Illustrated by Majella Lue Sue The second Penina Levine book is set during the Hanukkah season. This time Penina and her best friend must cope with losing their favorite teacher and a huge blizzard. Most importantly, however, Penina must cope with a visit from her grandparents that begins with a fight between her mother and grandmother. There is a lot of problem solving, which in the end Penina is able to figure out. © 2008 – Age 8-12/136pp./HC

The Promise By Chaim Potok The classic story of a boy’s struggle to establich his own identity. Age 12+/382pp./PB

The Mozart Season By Virginia Euwer Wolff A young Jewish girl practices for a prestigious music competition while trying to juggle her many responsibilities. Age 11+/256pp./PB

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By Micol Ostow Illlustrated by David Ostow Social networking, ring tones, punk rock and the “f” word (actually, f^&*, but come on!) All of this – and more – takes place in a Conservative Day School. © 2009 – Age 13+/256pp./PB

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The Secret Files of Lisa Weiss

By Robin Friedman In this timely, completely engaging, amazingly unique book, we meet a teenage boy with bulimia and his father who has been diagnosed with breast cancer. In opposing chapters we read the young man's story in prose and his sister's version of events in free verse. This novel may strike very close to home. Parents driving their high school senior son

By Tehila Peterseil Lisa tries to become a social worker by starting files on all her classmates. She soon discovers that people are not always who they seem. Age 9+/208pp./PB

Sing Time By Bruce H. Siegel Illustrated by Joshua Siegel

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By Judy Blume In war time America, Sally Freedman is full of wild ideas. Age 9-12/304pp./PB

The Day the Rabbi Disappeared: Jewish Holiday Tales of Magic

The Storyteller’s Beads By Jane Kurtz Two Ethiopian girls – one Jewish, one Christian – must overcome their prejudices to help each other escape the country. Age 10+/154pp./HC

Thank You, Jackie Robinson By Barbara Cohen A young Jewish baseball fan befriends a black cook. Age 9+/126pp./PB

Two Suns in the Sky By Miriam Bat Ami In Oswego, New York, 1944, two teens-one Jewish, one Roman Catholic-reach out to one another with serious consequences. Age 12+/208pp./PB

The Importance of Wings By Robin Friedman A journey of self-discovery, confidence building and empowerment that will leave you hoping for a sequel. © 2009 – Age 11+/170pp./HC

The Adventures of Hershel of Ostropol

By Steve Zeitlin Storytellers past and present reinterpret stories from the Talmud. Adult/304pp./PB

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By Aubrey Davis Illustrated by Dusan Petricic A beggar teaches an unfriendly town how to make borscht from “one bone button.” © 1997 – Age 5-9/32pp./PB

Brainteasers from Jewish Folklore Adapted and illustrated by Rosalind Charney Kaye Riddles about peasants who show uncommon cleverness. Age 6-9/32pp./PB

The Brothers’ Promise

By Sydelle Pearl Illustrated by Rossitza Penney Original stories featuring the Prophet Elijah. Age 7-9/64pp./HC

Elijah’s Violin & Other Jewish Fairy Tales By Howard Schwartz Illustrated by Linda Heller A collection of magical Jewish stories. Adult/320pp./PB

Gabriel’s Palace: Jewish Mystical Tales By Howard Schwartz A collection of rabbinic, kabbalistic and mystical folk tales. Adult/432pp./PB

FOLK TALES

Bone Button Borscht

By Howard Schwartz Illustrated by Monique Passicot In each of twelve stories each linked with a Jewish holiday, rabbis famous for their powers and knowledge including women rabbis - bring about miracles, reveal the secret meaning of dreams and contend with angels, dybbuks and enchantments. All ages/82pp./PB

Elijah’s Tears: Stories for the Jewish Holidays

Because God Loves Stories: An Anthology of Jewish Storytelling

Written and illustrated by Patricia Polacco A young black boy befriends an elderly Jewish woman. Age 4-8/30pp./PB

A Coat for the Moon and Other Jewish Tales

Starring Sally J. Freedman As Herself

By Tehila Peterseil A Jewish girl with a learning disability struggles in school. Age 11+/140pp./PB

The Saturday Secret

By Frances Harber Illustrated by Thor Wickstrom A father makes his sons promise to take care of each other when he is gone. A touching retelling of a classic tale from the Talmud. © 1998 - Age 4-8/32pp./PB

By Howard Schwartz & Barbara Rush Illustrated by Michael Iofin A collection of fifteen classic Jewish folk tales each of which passes down a specific Jewish value. Age 8+/96pp./PB

The Safe Place

By Miriam Rinn Jason thinks his stepfather, an Orthodox Jew, has gone far enough. First, only kosher food at home. Then, he forces Jason to wear a kippah. Now, no baseball games on Shabbat! What will Jason do? Age 9+/150pp/PB

Mrs. Katz and Tush

So Punk Rock (And Other Ways to Disappoint Your Mother)

By Eric Kimmel Illustrated by Trina Schart Hyman Ten classic stories about the clever and endearing Hershel. Age 8-12/64pp./PB

Mr. Belinsky’s Bagels By Ellen Schwartz Illustrated by Stefan Czernecki Mr. Belinksy makes the best bagels in town. When a new bakery opens up, he begins to make other things until his customers remind him that he is the best bagel maker in town. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

A cantor uses music to awaken a young boy’s spirituality. Age 10+/64pp./PB

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By Barbara Rogasky Illustrated by Trina Schart Hyman Winner of the National Jewish Book Award. A gripping version of the classic story. Age 12+/96pp./HC

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Retold and illustrated by David Wisniewski Winner of the Caldecott Medal. Beautiful cut-paper illustrations bring to life this classic tale of the clay man who aids the Jews of Prague. Age 6-10/32pp./PB

It Could Always Be Worse



Retold and illustrated by Margot Zemach The solution to a man’s shortage of space is silly and perfect. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Jerusalem of Gold: Jewish Stories of the Enchanted City By Howard Schwartz p.j Illustrated by Neil Waldman Originally published in 1996, under the title Next Year in Jerusalem, it is wonderful to have this marvelous

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could not be replaced. Lovely illustrations and easy reader style. © 2007 – Age 6-10/48pp./PB

Jewish Fairy Tales

By Howard Schwartz Illustrated by Lloyd Bloom Jewish fairy tales along with stories of wisdom, courage and values. God always triumphs in the end. Adult/393pp./PB

By Gerald Friedlander A collection of easy-to-read classic Jewish stories. Age 7-10/96pp./PB

The Jewish Spirit: A Celebration in Stories & Art By Ellen Frankel An inspirational and sometimes humorous collection of stories from around the world and across the decades of Jewish history. Illustrated with art from famous Jewish artists and craftspeople. Age 12+/240pp./HC

Jewish Stories One Generation Tells Another By Peninnah Schram A wonderful collection of timeless stories for all ages. All ages/508pp./PB

Joseph Had a Little Overcoat

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Retold and illustrated by Sims Taback Winner of the National Jewish Book Award and the Caldecott Medal. The classic tale of making something from nothing. © 1999 – Age 2-7/40pp./HC

A Journey To Paradise & Other Jewish Tales By Howard Schwartz Illustrated by Giora Carmi A collection of stories by a gifted storyteller. Age 6-9/48pp./PB

Just Stay Put Retold and illustrated by Gary Clement Mendel, a Chelmite, dreams of living in Warsaw. In typical Chelm fashion his journey leads to a surprising end. Age 4-8/32pp./HC



The Kingdom of Singing Birds

By Miriam Aroner Illustrated by Shelly O. Haas The silent birds in the aviary must be freed to hear their voices. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Lilith’s Cave: Jewish Tales of the Supernatural By Howard Schwartz Jewish tales of demons, witches, sorcerers, dybbuks and the like. Adult/274pp./PB

The Magic Pomegranate

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By Peninnah Schram Illustrated by Melanie Hall The classic story of three brothers who go in search of unique treasure. One finds a looking glass, another a flying carpet, the third a magic pomegranate. Upon seeing a dying princess in a far off land (in the looking glass) and going to rescue her (on the carpet) she marries the brother who saves her life by feeding her the pomegranate seeds because he gave her something that

Miriam’s Tambourine: Jewish Folktales from Around the Wolrd

More Wise Men of Helm and Their Merry Tales By Solomon Simon Illustrated by Lillian Fischel More classic tales of the town of Helm and its foolish inhabitants. Age 9-12/120pp./PB

The Oxford Book of Jewish Stories By Ilan Stavans A wide ranging anthology of works by more than fifty Jewish writers from around the world and across time. Age 12+/494pp./HC

Seven stories with themes of teamwork, responsibility, helpfulness, making choices, cooperation, duty and courage. Age 3-6/48pp./PB

Seven Delightful Stories for Every Day By Dov Peretz Elkins Illustrated by Zely Smekhov Seven stories with themes of kindness, reponsibility, patience, respect, attitude, hospitality and modesty. Age 3-6/48pp./PB

Something from Nothing @ Retold and illustrated by Phoebe Gilman Winner of the Sydney Taylor Award. A traditional story about family love and ingenuity. A baby’s first blanket becomes a coat , then a vest, then a cap, etc. Age 3-8/32pp./PB

Stories for Children By Isaac Bashevis Singer A classic collection of rich stories. All ages/352pp./PB

The Princess and the Ziz

Tales of Wisdom and Wonder

By Jacqueline Jules Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn A delightful, simply told folk tale of the Ziz, a gigantic bird, who brings the true love of King Solomon's daughter to her where she is held prisoner in a high tower for safekeeping. Ms. Kahn's exquisite, stained glass-like, brightly colored illustrations infuse the story with a life all its own. Told with the childlike Ziz playing its usual tricks and sure to delight children as you read-aloud to them. © 2008 – Age 6-10/32pp./PB

By Hugh Lipton Illustrated by Niamh Sharkey A world wide collection of insightful and incredible stories. Age 4-12/64pp./HC

The Rabbi and the Twenty-Nine Witches Written and Illustrated by Marilyn Hirsh Back in Print! The charming story of the clever rabbi who outwits a VERY scarey group of witches. You may have grown up with this story. It’s time to share it with your kids. © 2009 – Age 6-10/32pp./HC

Rachel the Clever and Other Jewish Folktales By Josepha Sherman A collection of Jewish short stories. All ages/172pp./PB

Raisel's Riddle By Erica Silverman Illustrated by Susan Gaber A lively retelling of the Cinderella story with a heroine for whom knowledge is as essential to happiness as love. Age 5-8/40pp./PB

Seven Animal Stories for Children

Ten Classic Jewish Children’s Stories By Peninnah Schram Illustrated by Jeffrey Allon Another wonderful collection of stories. Age 6-9/48pp./PB

Ten Holiday Jewish Children's Stories By Barbara Goldin Illustrated by Jeffrey Allon Beautiful full page illustrations highlight each story and thought questions appear at the end of each story. Age 6-9/48pp./PB

Ten Traditional Jewish Children’s Stories By Gloria Goldreich Illustrated by Jeffrey Allon Classic stories from the 19th and 20th centuries. Age 6-9/48pp./PB

Terrible, Terrible! By Robin Bernstein Illustrated by Shauna Mooney Kawasaki A modern day interpretation of the classic story of the overcrowded house. Age 4-10/32pp./PB

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Written and illustrated by Uri Shulevitz Winner of the Caldecott Medal. A man travels far to learn that his treasure is buried very near. Age 4-10/32pp./PB

Seven Animals Wag Their Tales

The Kingfisher Treasury of Jewish Stories

By Howard I. & Mary K. Bogot Illustrated by Fred Marvin

By Adele Geras Illustrated by Jane Cope A celebration of the richness of Jewish tradition. Contains stories

from I.B. Singer, Lynne Reid Banks and more. Age 5-9/155pp./PB

The Way Meat Loves Salt: A Cinderella Tale from Jewish Tradition By Nina Jaffe Illustrated by Louise August When Mireleh declares she loves her father the way meat loves salt, she is banished. Her journey is filled with magic and romance until she is at last reconciled with her father. Age 4-9/32pp./HC

The Wise Men of Helm and Their Merry Tales By Solomon Simon Illustrated by Lillian Fischel Classic tales of the town of Helm and its foolish inhabitants. Age 9-12/120pp./PB

A Year of Jewish Stories: 52 Tales for Young Children and Their Families By Grace Ragues Maisel & Samantha Shubert Illustrated by Tammy L. Keiser A perfect selection of stories for telling around the Shabbat table each week. © 2004 – All Ages/232pp./HC

Zlateh the Goat and Other Stories



By Isaac Bashevis Singer Illustrated by Maurice Sendak A beautifully illustrated collection of classic tales. Age 6-10/104pp./PB

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And Tango Makes Three By Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell Illustrated by Henry Cole A beautiful story of two male penguins in the Central Park Zoo who hatch an orphaned egg and raise a baby penguin together. Based on true events. © 2005 – Age 4-8/32pp./HC

Daddy’s Roommate Written and illustrated by Michael Willhoite A young boy, his father and his father’s lover take part in familiar family activities. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Heather Has Two Mommies By Léslèa Newman Illustrated by Diane Souza The daughter of a lesbian couple learns about different kinds of families when she joins a play group. Age 4-8/33pp./PB

GOD All God’s Critters By Bill Staines Illustrated by Kadir Nelson Based on the song, “All God’s Critters Got a Place in the Choir.” Each of us has a contribution to make to the world. A wonderfulstory

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Because Nothing Looks Like God

Illustrated by Kathy Rogers A delightful tale about the value of hugs. Age 3-8/32pp./PB

God Made Me

By Lawrence & Karen Kushner Illustrated by Dawn Mojewski A beautiful book that invites parents and children to explore together the questions we all have about God. Age 4+/32pp./HC

By Dandi Daley Mackall Illustrated by Michelle Neavill God made us and loves us in all our shapes, sizes and colors. Age 3-8/32pp./PB

God: A Biography Becoming Me: A Story of Creation By Martin Boroson Illustrated by Christopher Gilvan-Cartwright Told in the personal voice of the Creator, this is a story about creation and relationship that is about each one of us. Age 4+/32pp./PB

A Book About God By Florence Mary Fitch Illustrated by Henri Sorensen This classic, non-denominational book gently introduces young children to the concept of God. Age 4-8/24pp/HC

Designed By God So I Must Be Special Written and illustrated by Character Builders for Kids A charming book about what makes each of us unique and special. Age 3-8/32pp./HC

Does God Know How To Tie Shoes? By Nancy White Carlstrom Illustrated by Lori McElrath-Eslick A child’s questions about God are answered with words from the Psalms. Age 3-8/36pp./PB

Finding God: Selected Responses By Rifat Sonsino & Daniel Syme Recently updated to reflect twentieth century theologies. An excellent overview of the different Jewish views of God. Adult/186pp./PB

For Heaven's Sake By Sandy Eisenberg Sasso Illustrated by Kathryn Kunz Finney When Isaiah's grandfather dies, his mother says that he went to heaven. Isaiah is determined to find out where heaven is by seeking answers from people of different faiths and backgrounds. Age 4+/32pp./HC

God’s Dream By Archbishop Desmond Tutu & Douglas Carlton Abrams Illustrated by LeUyen Pham With beautiful illustrations and simple little words, the children of the world convey one of God’s easiest messages: Love one another. © 2008 – Age 2–8/36pp./HC

By Jack Miles The author shows us God as a great literary character, the hero of the Hebrew Bible. Adult/450pp./PB



God’s Quiet Things By Nancy Sweetland Illustrated by Rick Stevens What can we hear when we are quiet? Age 3-7/32pp./PB

God's Paintbrush



By Rabbi David J. Wolpe A guide to helping parents understand God for themselves and express that understanding to their children. Adult/224pp./PB

Thank You God Written and illustrated by Barbara Smith An interactive lift-the-flap board book that holds various surprises concerning the wonderful creatures God created. Age 1-4/12pp./Board

What Is God? By Etan Boritzer Illustrated by Robbie Marantz Describes how people all over the world and of all faiths think about God. Age 4-10/36pp./PB

Hello, Hello, Are You There, God?

What Is God's Name?

By Molly Cone Illustrated by Rosalind Charney Kaye A wonderful story collection to teach young children what it means to be a part of the Jewish people, to cherish learning and to love God. Age 3+/56pp./PB

I Am God’s Paintbrush By Sandy Eisenberg Sasso Illustrated by Annette Compton The simple language of this highly interactive board book uses colors to enable a parent or caregiver to engage with young children around the concept of spirituality. © 2009–Age 0-4/20pp./Board

I See the Moon By Kathi Appelt Illustrated by Debra Reid Jenkins The moon becomes a sign of God’s love to a child afraid of the dark. Age 3-8/24pp./PB

I Wanted To Know All About God By Virginia Kroll Illustrated by Debra Reid Jenkins Children discover that God can be found in everyone and everything they see. Age 3-8/32pp./PB

In God’s Name



By Sandy Eisenberg Sasso Illustrated by Phoebe Stone The diversity and unity of people and their search for God. Age 5-10/32pp./HC

Morning Has Broken

By Sandy Eisenberg Sasso Illustrated by Sally Sweetland A town searching for God finds the answer closer than they knew. Age 5–8/32pp./HC

God Made Hugs

Old Turtle

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Teaching Your Children About God: A Young Rabbi Speaks to Concerned Parents

By Sandy Eisenberg Sasso Illustrated by Annette Compton Assists in beginning a discussion of God’s presence in the world. Age 4-10/32pp./HC

By Eleanor Farjeon Illustrated by Tim Ladwig The children’s hymn (based on Psalm 118:24) is brought to life in this celebration of God’s presence as seen in the beauty of nature. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

God in Between

By Douglas Wood Illustrated by Cheng-Khee Chee A beautifully illustrated fable about God, the earth, all its inhabitants and ourselves. All ages/48pp./HC

By Sandy Eisenberg Sasso Illustrated by Phoebe Stone A beautiful, gentle book to help adults and children create first conversations about God. Age 1-4/24pp./Board

When Children Ask About God By Harold S. Kushner Sensitive, sensible advice from a liberal Jewish perspective. Adult/176pp./PB

Where Does God Live? By Holly Bea Illustrated by Kim Howard A lively and inquisitive young girl has many questions for the people around her. Age 4-8/32pp/HC

Where Does God Live? Questions and Answers for Parents and Children By Rabbi Marc Gellman & Monsignor Thomas Hartman A very helpful book for a difficult subject that can be read by children or adults. Age 8+/144pp/PB

HEBREW/YIDDISH Agnon’s Alef Bet By S.Y. Agnon Illustrated by Arieh Zeldich Twenty classic poems wonderfully illustrated and with Hebrew text reprinted in the back. All ages/72pp./HC

Alef-bet: p.j. A Hebrew Alphabet Book Written and illustrated by Michelle Edwards A Hebrew speaking family teaches us the Hebrew alphabet as they go about their daily living. Abba, Ima, their three children – one of whom is in a wheelchair – and their many friends, also share some interesting words along the way (mehflehtzeht,

teepah, zahkahn, etc.) Fabulous pictures. © 2009 – Age 5-9/36pp./PB

Aleph isn't Tough: An Introduction to Hebrew for Adults, Book 1 By Linda Motzkin This new Hebrew book for adult learners introduces the letters and vowels of the Hebrew alphabet to develop the reader's ability to decode written Hebrew. © 2000–Adult/112pp./PB

Aleph isn't Enough: Hebrew for Adults, Book 2 By Linda Motzkin © 2002–Adult/192pp./PB

Bet is for B’reishit: Hebrew for Adults, Book 3 By Linda Motzkin © 2003–Adult/192pp./PB

The Book of Letters: A Mystical Alef-Bet Written and Illustrated by Rabbi Lawrence Kushner Midrash, story and meditation about each Hebrew letter. Adult/78pp./HC

The First Thousand Words in Hebrew By Heather Amery & Yaffa Haron Illustrated by Stephen Cartwright Pictures of everyday places and events are surrounded by pictures in Hebrew and transliterated subtitles. Age 2-12/63pp./PB

The Hebrew Alphabet: A Mystical Journey By Edward Hoffman Illustrated by Karen Silver Reveals the spirituality and power of the Hebrew letters. Age 13+/96pp/HC

My First 100 Hebrew Words: A Young Person's Dictionary of Judaism By Howard I. Bogot Illustrated by Giora Carmi Age 5-10/32pp./HC

My First Yiddish Word Book By Joni Kibort Sussman Illustrated by Pépi Marzel A beautiful, basic reference book with double page picture spreads set up to show specific settings – house, clothes, school, for example. On the bottom of each spread, items are pictured with their Yiddish name in Hebrew letters, transliteration and English translation underneath. © 2009–Age 5-10/32pp./HC

New Bantam-Megiddo Hebrew & English Dictionary By Reuben Sivan A comprehensive, pocket size dictionary. © 2009 – Adult/640pp./PB

Tav is for Torah: Hebrew for Adults, Book 4 By Linda Motzkin © 2003–Adult/112pp./PB

HISTORY As Good As Anybody:

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By Richard Michelson Illustrated by Raul Colón Winner of the 2009 Sydney Taylor Book Award for Younger Readers. An outstanding book about how Martin Luther King, Jr. and Abraham Joshua Heschel grew up on different continents at different times yet with similar experiences, and how those experiences caused their lives to entwine during the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s in America. The exceptional illustrations, with brown tones depicting Dr. King’s life and times and blue tones portraying Rabbi Heschel’s, strengthen the already powerful text. © 2008 – Age 4-8/40pp./HC

By Mattis Kantor This book uses chronologies and time lines to convey Jewish history. Adult/392pp./PB

Dear Hope..Love, Grandma By Hilda A. Hurwitz & Hope R. Wasburn Eight-year old Hope corresponds with her grandmother, who provides information about growing up in turnof-the-century St. Louis. Age 8-11/168pp/HC

The Gifts of the Jews: How a Tribe of Desert Nomads Changed the Way Everyone Thinks and Feels By Thomas Cahill A remarkable journey into the past and a look into the roots of monotheism. Now in paperback. Adult/304pp./PB

The Great Ancestor Hunt: The Fun of Finding Out Who You Are By Lila Perl Yerkow A guide for young readers on how to trace their family history. Age 9-11/112pp./PB

Heeding the Call: @ Jewish Voices in America’s Civil Rights Struggle By Norman H. Finkelstein Winner of the National Jewish Book Award. Discusses the close connection between African Americans and Jews during the civil rights battle. Age 9+/200pp./HC

A History of the Jewish Experience By Leo Trepp A wholly revised and updated edition of this classic comprehensive history of Judaism from biblical times to modern days. Adult/454pp./PB

An Historical Atlas of the Jewish People: From the Time of the Patriarchs to the Present By Eli Barnavi A richly detailed, beautifully illustrated history of the Jewish people. Adult/300pp./HC

If Your Name Was Changed at Ellis Island By Ellen Levine Illustrated by Wayne Parmenter Using a question and answer format, the Ellis Island experience comes alive.

The Jewish Time Line Encyclopedia

Journey to Ellis Island: How My Father Came to America By Carol Bierman Illustrated by Laurie McGaw The true story of one family’s courageous journey from Russia to America. Age 8+/48pp./HC

Max Said Yes! The Woodstock Story By Abigail Yasgur & Joseph Lipner Illustrated by Barbara Mendes What could be more Jewish than welcoming close to half a million starngers to your farm for 3 days? Simple rhyming text and bright bold illustrations, beautifully explain this watershed moment in American history. © 2009 – Age 5-9/48pp./HC

The Mysteries of Beethoven’s Hair By Russell Martin and Lydia Nibley How did a lock of Beethoven’s hair manage to find its way from Beethoven’s head, through three generations of a Jewish family, survive the Holocaust, wind up in Denmark as part of the Danish rescue of the Jews and turn up at an auction of Beethoven memorabilia? An fascinating and intriguing book. © 2009 – Age 9-14/120pp./HC

Through the Eyes of Your Ancestors: A Step-by-Step Guide to Uncovering Your Family's History By Maureen Taylor This book helps kids uncover the secrets and adventures of their own ancestors and introduce them to the hobby of geneology. Age 8-11/96pp./PB

The Will to Live On: This is Our Heritage By Herman Wouk This companion volume to This is My God, deals with the apocolyptic 20th century Jewish experience in the context of Judaism’s long history and rich tradition. Adult/416pp./PB

By Gilda Berger Illustrated by Peter Catalanotto A beautifuly illustrated collection of stories, recipes and crafts linking each holiday with its appropriate Bible story. All ages/112pp./PB

Filled with ideas to animate the holidays with symbolic meaning. A unique gift that will provide inspiration for generations to come. Adult/144pp./HC

Celebrate: A Book of Jewish Holidays

By Michael Strassfeld Illustrated by Betsy Platkin Teutsch A comprehensive, authoritative guide to the practice and meaning of the holidays. Adult/248pp./PB

By Judith Gross Illustrated by Bari Weissman The story of each major Jewish holiday. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

The Colors of My Jewish Year

By Adam Fisher An overview of the Jewish year with information and activities for each holiday. Age 7-9/160pp./PB

Dance, Sing, Remember: A Celebration of Jewish Holidays

Sharing Blessings: Children’s Stories for Exploring the Spirit of the Jewish Holidays

By Leslie Kimmelman Illustrated by Ora Eitan A richly detailed book explaining the story and meaning behind each of the Jewish holidays. Age 4-8/48pp./HC

The Family Treasury of Jewish Holidays By Malka Drucker Illustrated by Nancy Patz A fabulous collection of holiday songs, crafts, recipes and classic stories. All ages/192pp./PB

The First Jewish Catalog By Richard Siegel, Michael Strassfeld & Sharon Strassfeld A do-it-yourself kit to Jewish rituals, customs, cooking and crafts. Adult/320pp./PB

Fun With Jewish Holiday Rhymes By Sylvia A. Rouss Illustrated by Lisa Steinberg A delightful collection of poems and hand rhymes for all the Jewish holidays. Age 3-8/26pp./HC

Gates of the Seasons: A Guide to the Jewish Year By Peter S. Knobel Illustrated by Ismar David A comprehensive overview of the Jewish holidays as observed by the Reform Movement. Adult/208pp./HC

Hillel Builds a House

HOLIDAYS

By Shoshana Lepon Illustrated by Marilyn Barr Hillel can’t find the right time to celebrate in the houses he builds until Sukkot comes around. Age 3-7/32pp./PB

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I Can Celebrate

Can You Imagine? Creative Drawing Adventures for the Jewish Holidays

By Ann Eisenberg Illustrated by Roz Schanzer Different ways a child can imitate holiday ritual objects. Age 1-4/12pp./Board

Written and illustrated by Marji & Michael Gold-Vukson An un-coloring book that challenges children to use their imaginations. Age 5+/48pp./PB

Celebrate! Stories of the Jewish Holidays

My Jewish Year: Celebrating Our Holidays

By Marji Gold-Vukson Illustrated by Madeline Wikler A delightful board book using symbols of the Jewish Holidays to teach colors. Age 1-5/6pp./Board

World of Our Fathers By Irving Howe The history of East European Jews in America. Adult/714pp./PB

The Jewish Holidays: A Guide & Commentary

Jewish Holiday Style: A Beautiful Guide to Celebrating the Jewish Rituals in Style By Rita Milos Brownstein

By Rahel Musleah & Michael Klayman Illustrated by Mary O’Keefe Young Stories illustrating how one family discovers the spiritual meaning of each holiday. Age 6-10/64pp./HC

The Sun’s Special Blessing By Sandy Wasserman Illustrated by Ann D. Koffsky You needed this book before April 8, 2009 and will not need it again until April 8, 2037. That’s right – every 28 years. That is when Jews make a special blessing for the Sun. It’s good to be prepared though, don’t you think? © 2009 – Age 6-10/36pp./HC

Ten Holiday Jewish Children's Stories By Barbara Goldin Illustrated by Jeffrey Allon Beautiful full page illustrations highlight each story and thought questions appear at the end of each story. Age 6-9/48pp/HC

Tradition! Celebration and Ritual in Jewish Life Edited by Vicki L. Weber This beautiful gift book puts all the whats, wheres, whys and hows of Jewish living at your fingertips. Illustrated with beautiful photographs of Jewish rituals and ritual objects. Adult/192pp./HC

HANUKKAH All About Hanukkah By Judyth Groner & Madeline Wikler Illustrated by Rosalyn Schanzer The Hanukkah story with blessings, recipes, games and songs. Age 5-10/32pp./PB

Hanukkah, 2nd Edition: The Family Guide to Spiritual Celebration (Art of Jewish Living By Dr. Ron Wolfson and Joel Lurie Grishaver Offers detailed information and instruction on celebrating Hanukkah. Adult/192pp./PB

The Borrowed Hanukkah Latkes

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To order call 800-449-6737 or FAX 310-784-0275 By Linda Glaser Illustrated by Nancy Cote Rachel finds a way to encourage her next door neighbor to share Hanukkah with her and her family. One of my favorite Hanukkah stories! © 2001 – Age 6-9/32pp./PB

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Hanukkah Fun for Little Hands

It's Hanukkah

Nathan’s Hanukkah Bargain

By Judyth Groner & Madeline Wikler Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn Crafts, games, stories and puzzles. Age 3-7/32pp./PB

By the Hanukkah Light

Hanukkah Fun: Great Things to Make and Do

By Jeanne Modesitt Illustrated by Robin Spowart An endearing introduction to Hanukkah for very young children. Readers will delight as a mouse family celebrates the Festival of Lights. Age 4-8/32pp./HC

By Jacqueline Dembar Greene Illustrated by Judith Hierstein Back in print! A nice Hanukkah story about a grandfather and his grandson on a quest to find the perfect menorah. The story is very dear in the lessons taught by the grandfather and how they are taken up and put to use by the grandson. © 2008 – Age 5-8/32pp./HC

By Sheldon Oberman Illustrated by Neil Waldman Explores the meaning of Hanukkah in a way that enlightens and inspires. Age 6-9/32pp./HC

By Diane Hoyt-Goldsmith Illustrated by Lawrence Migdale A young girl describes how she and her family celebrate Hanukkah. Age 8-12/32pp./HC

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Chanukah Lights Everywhere By Michael J. Rosen p.j. Illustrated by Melissa Iwai A counting book for the eight nights of Chanukah. Spend Chanukah nights with a family and their friends in a multicultural multi-faith community. Beautiful illustrations. Be sure to look count the cats roaming around on each page. © 2001 – Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Elijah's Angel: A Story for Chanukah and Christmas

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Hanukkah Written and illustrated by Miriam Nerlove The holiday traditions for the very young. Age 3-7/24pp./PB

Hanukkah!

The Jar of Fools: Eight Hanukkah Stories from Chelm

Hannukah Haiku

Celebrating Hanukkah

The Chanukah Guest

By Judy Bastyra Illustrated by Catherine Ward Crafts, recipes and games. Age 7-11/32pp./PB

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By Roni Schotter Illustrated by Marilyn Hafner Winner of the National Jewish Book Award. A celebration of Hanukkah for the very young. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

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By Harriet Zeifert Illustrated by Karla Gudeon A truly unique Hanukkah book for a number of reasons. First, for each night of Hanukkah there is a lovely Haiku which charmingly addresses – as only a Haiku can – a specific Hanukkah custom. Second, the pages of the book are cut to reveal the candles as they become lit on the menorah each night. Finally, with each turn of the page a new, exquisitely drawn piece of artwork is discovered. Each illustration brightly colored and richly detailed with an element of the Hanukkah tradition. © 2008 - Age 3-9/24pp./HC

Hanukkah Oh Hanukkah Illustrated by Miriam Sagasti\ A colorfully illustrated version of one of the seasons most beloved tunes. Age 1-4/12pp./Board

A Hanukkiyah For Dina



By Floreva Cohen Illustrated by Daniela Rosenhouse A young child, with her grandfather’s help is able to create and light her own menorah. Age 3-8/32pp./PB

Harvest of Light By Allison Ofanansky Photographs by Eliyahu Alpern More than just a Hanukkah book, this could almost be shelved with the science collection as it’s a fabulous photo-essay of how olives become oil. What better way to share the story of the Miracle of Hanukkah than by showing children why the eight days were so important and how making olive oil is such hard work. The photographs are exquisite and beautifully detailed, the text clear and direct. © 2008 - Age 3-9/32pp./HC

Hershel @ and the Hanukkah Goblins

By Eric A. Kimmel Illustrated by Mordicai Gerstein Eight charming and fun stories from the fabled and foolish town of Chelm Age 6+/64pp/HC

Jason's Miracle: A Hanukkah Story By Beryl Lieff Benderly Jason gains a new perspective on Hanukkah when he is transported back in time and fights with the Maccabees. Age 9-13/120pp/HC

Jodie’s Hanukkah Dig

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By Anna Levine Illustrated by Ksenia Topaz Set in Modi'in, a little girl wants to be an archeologist. She finds herself at a site where she is "lucky" enough to be with her father when a person small enough to fit into a hole is needed. She is lowered into a newly discovered cave and finds a Maccabee arrowhead. The language is strong and simple. The illustrations soft watercolors. © 2008 – Age 5-8/32pp./PB

Latkes and Applesauce By Fran Manushkin Illustrated by Robin Spowart A poor family has a wonderful Hanukkah when they are visited by some stray pets. Age 5-8/32pp./PB

By Marci Stillerman Illustrated by Pesach Gerber Winner of the Sydney Taylor Award. A grandmother recalls the inspiring story of how her odd shaped Hanukkiyah was made by women in a concentration camp so that the children there could celebrate Chanukah. Age 7-10/32pp/HC

One Night, One Hanukkah Night Written and illustrated by Aidel Backman Bubbe and Zayde’s menorah from long ago now burns brightly in a modern home. Age 3-7/32pp./HC

One Yellow Daffodil By David A. Adler Illustrated by Lloyd Bloom A Holocaust survivor shares Hanukkah with a loving family who give him the courage to remember. Age 6-10/32pp./PB

Rainbow Candles: A Chanukah Counting Book By Myra Shostak Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn Counting candles on the menorah and celebrating Hanukkah. Age 1-4/12pp./Board



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Written and illustrated by Naomi Howland In this humorous tale of generosity and greed, Sadie performs a mitzvah for an old women who rewards her with a magic pan. In spite of her warnings, Sadie's brothers use the pan while she is away with hilarious results! © 1999 – Age 5-8/32pp./PB

By Sylvia A. Rouss Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn Sammy Spider gets a surprise of his own on the last night of Hanukkah. Age 3-6/32pp./PB

Moishe's Miracle: A Hanukkah Story

By Eric A. Kimmel Illustrated by Trina Schart Hyman The Caldecott Award winning story of how Hershel saved Hanukkah. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

By Laura Krauss Melmed Illustrated by David Slonim A magic frying pan produces latkes by the hundreds. But there is a warning! Age 4-8/32pp./HC

It’s a Miracle! p.j. A Hanukkah Storybook

Mrs. Greenberg’s Messy Hanukkah p.j.

By Stephanie Spinner Illustrated by Jill McElmurry After his duties as Offical Candle Lighter are complete, Owen’s grandmother tells him a story before bed. While the stories are entertaining, Owen is also learning about his family history. Modern artwork and amusing stories will delight and engage young readers. The hnaukkha story, blessing and a glossary are included.

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By Linda Glaser Illustrated by Nancy Cote Rachel very much wants to celebrate the first night of Hanukkah with latkes and a party. Her parents are inclined to wait a week until the relatives come to town. So Rachel visits Mrs. Greenberg, her very tidy next door neighbor, who goes along with the latke making idea. “What’s a little mess between friends?” The resulting predicament is hysterical.

There’s No Such Thing as a Chanukah Bush, Sandy Goldstein By Susan Sussman Illustrated by Charles Robinson The classic story about growing up Jewish and coping with the holiday season. #57863 – Age 5-10/48pp./PB/$3.50

Toby Belfer Never Had a Christmas Tree By Gloria Teles Pushker Illustrated by Judith Hierstein Toby is the only Jewish child in town. This is the story of how she shares her traditions with her friends. Age 5-8/32pp./HC

The Trees of the Dancing Goats Written and illustrated by Patricia Polacco Now in paperback. When their neighbors get sick and can’t get ready for Christmas, Trisha’s grandpa carves dancing goats,

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When Mindy Saved Hanukkah By Eric A. Kimmel p.j. Illustrated by Barbara McClintock A little family living behind the walls of a synagogue finds a way to celebrate the holiday in spite of the cat that has moved into the temple. © 1998 – Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Where is Baby’s Dreidel? p.j. Written and illustrated by Karen Katz A charming lift-the-flap board book for little ones. Baby wants to play with his dreidel – fortunately the dreidel is of a very large unchokable size. While searching for it, he discovers many fun Hanukkah treasures. © 2007 – Age 1-4/14pp./Board

interpretation of the plagues. Cattle disease and wild beasts in some Haggadot, are interpreted as gnats and flies here, offering an opportunity for interesting discussion about the interpretation of Hebrew words. © 2008 – Age 2-9/32pp./PB

Let’s Ask Four Questions By Madeline Wikler Illustrated by Nicole in den Bosch Picture answers to the question, “Why is this night different?” Age 1-4/12pp./Board

Let’s Have a Seder By Madeline Wikler Illustrated by Miriam Sagasti A charming introduction to the seder for the very young. Age 1-3/12pp./Board

Make a Wish, Molly

PASSOVER All About Passover By Judyth Groner & Madeline Wikler Illustrated by Kinny Kreiswirth An overview of the Passover holiday. Age 4-9/32pp./PB

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Passover, 2nd Edition: The Family Guide to Spiritual Celebration (The Art of Jewish Living Series By Dr. Ron Wolfson and Joel Lurie Grishaver Offers detailed information and instruction regarding the Passover Seder. Adult/352pp./PB

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By Barbara Cohen Illustrated by Joan Halpern A fish brought home for Passover dinner becomes a pet instead. Age 5-10/32pp./PB

Celebrating Passover By Diane Hoyt-Goldsmith Illustrated with photographs by Lawrence Migdale A photo-essay introducing the holiday of Passover and its significance to the Jewish people. Age 8-12/32pp./HC

Keeping Passover By Ira Steingroot A comprehensive guide to Passover traditions and alternatives. Adult/192pp./PB

Let My People Eat! Passover Seders Made Simple By Zell Schulman A complete source of everything you need to hold a seder. Adult/288pp./HC

Let My People Go By Tilda Balsley Illustrated by Ilene Richard Great to use during the Plagues section of the Haggadah especially with younger children. Highly interactive with the rhyming text set up to serve both as a story and as biblio-drama. There are enough roles for everyone at the table. The illustrations are cute, appropriate and energetic. One small problem, probably not universal, in the



By Barbara Cohen Illustrated by Jan Naimo Jones In this companion to Molly’s Pilgrim, Molly attends a birthday party during Passover. She is tempted to taste the beautiful cake, but learns an important lesson instead. Age 7-10/40pp./PB



By Mindy Avra Portnoy Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn At a baseball game during Passover., a young boy is visited by a mysterious stranger, with miraculous results. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Matzo Ball Moon By Léslèa Newman Illustrated by Elaine Greenstein Everyone sneaks one of Bubbe’s matzah balls, thinking they are the only one, until there are none left for the Seder dinner. Age 5-8/32pp./PB

Miriam’s Cup By Fran Manushkin Illustrated by Bob Dacey A beautifully illustrated retelling of Miriam’s critical role in the Passover story. Includes information about the new Miriam’s Cup tradition. Age 5+/32pp/PB

The Mouse in the Matzah Factory By Francine Medoff Illustrated by David Goldstein How matzah is made as seen through the eyes of a mouse who follows the wheat from field to box. Age 3-8/40pp./PB

Nachshon, Who Was Afraid to Swim: A Passover Story p.j By Deborah Bodin Cohen Illustrated by Jago A beautifully written midrash about Nachshon, the individual who was the first to step into the waters of the Reed Sea thereby enabling the Jewish People to reach freedom on the other side. © 2009 – Age 5-8/32pp./HC

On Passover By Cathy Goldberg Fishman Illustrated by Melanie Hall Now in paperback, tells the story of Passover through the eyes of the

narrator who recounts her family's annual preparations for the holiday Age 4-8/36pp./HC

Only Nine Chairs: p.j. A Tall Tale for Passover By Deborah Miller Illustrated by Karen Ostrove Too many guest are invited to the seder. The house is big enough, but where will everyone sit? The silly solution unfolds in rhyme. © 1982 – Age 3-8/40pp./PB

Passover Written and illustrated by Miriam Nerlove Bright pictures and simple rhymes teach the holiday traditions to the very young. Age 3-7/24pp./PB

Passover!

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By Roni Schotter Illustrated by Erin Eitter Kono Perfect for reading together with very young children. There is a “Find it” section in the back of the book to play with looking for matching pictures. The illustrations are lovely and the rhyming text enjoyable to read. The cute little dog in the story will have kids pointing, barking and smiling with the story. © 2006 – Age 0-5/28pp./PB

Passover Around the World By Tami Lehman-Wilzig p.j Illustrated by Elizabeth Wolf Passover customs are so varied that matzah may be the only unifying factor in the celebrations! Enables students to see that while we may share a common religion, we experience it many different ways. The illustrations are charming. The maps used well drawn and clear. There are sidebars at the beginning of each chapter to give more details of every story. A glossary in the back (referred to as “Passover Potpourri”) provides additional facts for each country discussed. © 2007 – Age 5-8/32pp./HC

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By Evelyn Zusman Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn A parrot learns the four questions and steals the afikomen. Age 3-8/40pp./PB

Private Joel and the Sewell Mountain Seder By Bryna J. Fireside Illustrated by Shawn Costello A beautifully written and well illustrated, yet very different telling of the Passover story. Learn how Jewish soldiers and former slaves, now soldiers, prepared for and created a Passover Seder with the materials at hand during the Civil War. A great chapter book for younger readers and an interesting book for older readers who may have difficulty reading. © 2008 – Age 7-11/48 pp./PB

Sammy Spider’s First Passover By Sylvia A. Rouss Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn Sammy Spider learns about shapes and Passover traditions in this sequel to Sammy Spider’s First Hanukkah.

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Sammy Spider’s Passover Fun Book By Sylvia A. Rouss Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn Games, puzzles and crafts for the holidays. Age 3-7/32pp./PB

This Is Our Seder By Ziporah Hildebrandt Illustrated by Robin Roraback A simple endearing poem about several generations of a family coming together around the Seder table. Age 4-8/32pp/HC

Toby Belfer’s Seder: A Passover Story Retold By Gloria Teles Pushker Illustrated by Judith Hierstein As the only Jewish child in town, Toby shares her traditions with her friends. Age 5-8/32pp./HC

Too Many Cooks: A Passover Parable

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By Edie Stoltz Zolkower Illustrated by Shauna Mooney Kawasaki As Bubbie chats on the phone, each member of the family adds their own "special ingredient" to the charoset until "the charoset is atrocious!" © 2000 – Age 3-8/24pp./PB

A Tree Trunk Seder Written and illustrated by Camille Kress A family of squirrels celebrates Passover. Age1-5/10pp./Board

The Yankee at the Seder By Elka Weber Illustrated by Adam Gustavson Set in Virginia right after the Civil War has been lost by the South, a family of Southern Jews is preparing for Passover, when a young Yankee officer shows up to share the Seder meal with them. © 2009-Age 5-9/40 pp./HC

PASSOVER HAGGADOT A Children’s Haggadah By Howard I. Bogot & Robert Orkland Illustrated by Devis Grebu A wonderful haggadah for very young children and their families. All ages/72pp./PB

A Different Night: The Family Participation Haggadah By Naom Zion & David Dishon An informative and creative sourcebook for enlivening and enriching any seder. Adult/180pp./PB

A Different Night: The Family Participation Haggadah - Leader’s Guide By Naom Zion & David Dishon A terrific supplement to the creative seder described above. Adult/96pp./PB

Family Haggadah By Elie M. Gindi Commentary by Rabbi Lee T. Bycel

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A Family Haggadah By Shoshana Silberman Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn A haggadah for the entire family. Filled with suggested activities to make your seder exciting. All ages/64pp./PB

A beautifully illustrated re-issue of this Purim classic. Age 4-8/32pp./HC

Make Your Own Megillah: The Story of Purim Written and illustrated by Judyth Groner & Madeline Wikler The Purim story, arts and crafts, recipes and more. Age 5-10/32pp./PB

By Shoshana Silberman Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn All new commentary with items geared for older children and adults. All ages/64pp./PB

The Family Haggadah By Ellen Schecter Illustrated by Neil Waldman A traditional yet contemporary guide to the ritual seder meal. All ages/80pp./PB

Gates of Freedom By Chaim Stern A very accessible haggadah, recently revised with new readings. Adult/160pp./PB

The Journey Continues: The Ma’yan Passover Haggadah By Ma’yan: The Jewish Women’s Project This haggadah highlights the roles of Jewish women in the Exodus story. Adult/56pp./PB

My Very Own Haggadah By Judyth Saypol & Madeline Wikler Illustrated by Chaya Burstein A preschooler’s first haggadah. Age 3-8/32pp./PB

The New American Haggadah By Mordecai Kaplan Edited by Gila Gevirtz Completely revised and updated, this haggadah is for modern American Jewish observance. Adult/128pp./PB

A Night of Questions: A Passover Haggadah By Rabbi Joy Levitt & Rabbi Michael Strassfeld Illustrated by Jeffrey Schrier A Reconstructionist Haggadah for contemporary use. All ages/160pp./PB

A Passover Haggadah By Herbert Bronstein Illustrated by Leonard Baskin The CCAR haggadah. Gender sensitive and contemporary. Adult/123pp./PB

Uncle Eli's Special-For-Kids, Most Fun Ever, Under-the-Table Passover Haggadah Written and illustrated by Eliezer Lorne Segal The Passover story and the Seder ritual presented in the style of Dr. Seuss. All ages/56pp/PB

PURIM Here Come the Purim Players By Barbara Cohen Illustrated by Shoshana Mekibel

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simple prose with classic illustrations, we learn that the train left Jaffa picking up festival foods along the way - apples, honey, round challahs, shofars. Engineer Ari feels bad about boasting over being chosen the first engineer to Jerusalem. He promises to return and apologize to his friends. © 2008 – Age 5-9/32pp/PB

Written and illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn Arts and crafts, puzzles and games. Age 3-9/32pp./PB

Purim! Written and illustrated by Camille Kress Introduces toddlers to the symbols and celebration of Purim. Age 1-4/8pp./Board

Queen Esther, the Morning Star Written and illustrated by Mordicai Gerstein Lively storytelling and intricate pictures breathe new life into the classic Purim story. Age 5-10/32pp./HC

Sammy Spider's First Purim By Sylvia A. Rouss Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn Sammy Spider, who is in the habit of yelling when he wants something, learns about Purim as he watches the Shapiro family prepare for this noisy holiday. Age 2-6/32pp./PB

When It’s Purim

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ROSH HASHANAH & YOM KIPPUR All About Rosh Hashanah By Judyth Groner & Madeline Wikler Illustrated by Bonnie Gordon-Lucas Introduces the traditions of Rosh Hashanah with a home service for the holiday. Age 5-10/32pp./PB

All About Yom Kippur By Judyth Groner & Madeline Wikler Illustrated by Bonnie Gordon-Lucas Introduces the traditions of Yom Kippur with a home service for the holiday. Age 5-10/32pp./PB

The Apple Pie Tree By Zoe Hall Illustrated by Shari Halpern A celebration of apples and how things grow. Age 4-8/32pp./HC

Engineer Ari and the Rosh Hashanah Ride By Deborah Bodin Cohen Illustrated by Shahar Kober In this beautiful holiday picture book combining Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur and Israeli History, we read the story of the first train to run between Jaffa and Jerusalem. In

By I.L. Peretz Adapted by Eric A. Kimmel Illustrated by Jill Weber A master storyteller gives a new, charming twist to this classic story, now back in print. © 2009 – Age 5 - 9/32pp/HC

Gates of Repentance: Holy Day Prayers for Young Children By Central Conference of American Rabbis A machzor for the very young. Age 3-8/62pp./HC

By Eric A. Kimmel Illustrated by Jon J. Muth Gershon never regretted or apologized for the mistakes he made each year. Until one day, his mistakes came back to haunt him. Age 5+/32pp/HC

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by Jacqueline Jules illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn The Ziv is a large, legendary and very clumsy bird. In this story, after accidentally destroying a garden, he learns that saying he’s sorry is sometimes the hardest thing to do. Excellent artwork and simple, yet profound text get the message across. © 2001 – Age 5-9/32pp/PB

How the Rosh Hashanah Challah Became Round By Sylvia Epstein Illustrated by Hagit Migron Yossi’s terrible tumble turns out to be a terrific triumph. Age 3-7/28pp./HC

The King in the Field By Dina Rosenfeld Illustrated by Jessica Schiffman A beautiful version of an old Jewish parable told in charming, lilting rhyme with attractive manuscript-like illustrations of medieval village life. A perfect book to read during Elul and for pre-High Holiday preparations. It describes our talking to God and being aware of God’s presence in our lives especially during this season. Published for a traditional audience so God is referred to as HaShem. © 2008 – Age 4-10/32pp./HC

New Year at the Pier: A Rosh Hashanah Story

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By April Halprin Wayland Illustrated by Stéphane Jorisch In this Taschlich story, young children learn about “cleaning out the closet of their souls.” Beautifully illustrated, perfectly told. © 2009 – Age 5-9/32pp./HC

On Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur

Preparing Your Heart for the High Holy Days: A Guided Journal By Kerry M. Olitzky & Rachel T. Sabath A guide through the process of introspection and taking moral inventory. Adult/140pp./PB

Rosh Hashanah: A Family Service By Judith Z. Abrams Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn A service for children and adults. Age 3+/32pp./PB

Sammy Spider’s First Rosh Hashanah

Gershon's Monster: A Story for the Jewish New Year

The Hardest Word: A Yom Kippur Story

By Cathy Goldberg Fishman Illustrated by Melanie W. Hall Now in paperback, the High Holidays explained for the youngest reader. Age 5-9/40pp./PB

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By Sylvia A. Rouss Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn Sammy is knee deep in honey and ready to celebrate the new year as he learns about sizes. © 1996 – Age 3-8/32pp./PB

Sound the Shofar By Leslie Kimmelman Illustrated by John Himmelman A first introduction to the rituals and traditions of the High Holidays. Age 3-6/32pp./HC

Time For My Soul: A Treasury of Jewish Stories for Our High Holidays By Annette Labovitz & Eugene Labovitz A collection of stories reflecting High Holiday themes. Adult/448pp./PB

Today is the Birthday of the World p.j By Linda Heller Illustrated by Alison Jay A gorgeous book with a beautiful message for the new year. © 2009 – Age 4-8/32pp./HC

Yom Kippur: A Family Service By Judith Z. Abrams Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn A service for children and adults. Age 3+/32pp./PB

SHABBAT Annie’s Shabbat By Sarah Marwil Lamstein Illustrated by Cecily Lang Spend a day with Annie and her family as they celebrate Shabbat from candle lighting through Havdalah. Age 6-10/40pp./PB

Around the Shabbos Table By Seryl Berman Illustrated by Ari Binus Meet Tova Lieba, the cutest, happiest little shana punim on a page! Nothing can unnerve her, no matter how much her siblings complain. © 2009– Age 3-8/40pp./HC

Shabbat , 2nd Edition: The Family Guide to Preparing for and Welcoming the Sabbath

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By Dr. Ron Wolfson An excellent guide for how to celebrate Shabbat. Adult/285pp./PB

By Floreva Cohen Illustrated by George Acona Doron and his “special” friend Jonathan learn the true meaning of friendship at a Shabbat service. Age 3-6/32pp./PB

By Devorah-Leah Illustrated by Maya S. Katz Two children are lost in the zoo on a Friday afternoon while all the animals are preparing for Shabbat. Age 2-7/32pp./HC

Come, Let Us Welcome Shabbat: A Joyful Celebration For Families

Gayla Dowdy Seale Using colorful illustrations and simple, rhyming text, this book introduces young children to the Ten Commandemnts and explains how each commandment applies to the life of a child. Age 3+/32pp./HC

Once Upon a Shabbos

Shalom Shabbat: A Book for Havdalah

Sammy Spider’s First Shavuot

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By Judyth Groner & Madeline Wikler Illustrated by Madeline Wikler A simple and wonderful introduction to celebrating Shabbat on a weekly basis. All ages/32pp./PB

Dovy and the Surprise Guests By Goldie Golding Illustrated by Linda Snowden An enchanting tale about Shabbat hospitality. Age 4-8/28pp./HC

Gates of Shabbat: Shaarei Shabbat By Central Conference of American Rabbis Everything needed for the home celebration of Shabbat. Adult/148pp./PB

Gates of Wonder: A Prayerbook for Very Young Children By Central Conference of American Rabbis A Shabbat worship service for the very young. Age 3-6/48pp./PB

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By Jacqueline Jules Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn Shira and Jacob encounter a bear living in Brooklyn in this silly story of two children trying to buy honey for their Bubbe’s kugel. © 1998 - Age 3-8/32pp./PB

The Sabbath: Its Meaning for Modern Man By Abraham Joshua Heschel Illustrated by Ilya Schor A classic, scholarly meditation on the nature and celebration of Shabbat. Adult/126pp./PB

Sabbath Peace: A Book of Meditations

Sammy Spider’s First Shabbat

When I Fell Into My Kiddush Cup

By Sylvia A. Rouss Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn Sammy learns about time as he experiences the delights of Shabbat. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Sammy Spider’s Shabbat Fun Book

An Invitation to Shabbat

Shabbat

By Ruth Perelson Blessings, traditions, recipes and more. Includes a CD with music. Adult/88pp./PB

Written and illustrated by Miriam Nerlove A wonderful introduction to Shabbat for the very young. Age 3-8/24pp./HC

By Sylvia A. Rouss Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn Shabbat crafts, stories and games. Age 3-7/32pp./PB

Just Enough Room Shabbat: A Family Service By Judith Z. Abrams Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn A service for very young children and their parents. Age 3-10/24pp./PB

Let's Celebrate Shabbat

Let's Talk About the Sabbath By Dorothy Kripke Illustrated by Stacy Crossland & Joy Nelkin Weider A beautiful introduction to Shabbat. Age 5-9/60pp./PB

Mrs. Moskowitz p.j. @ and the Sabbath Candlesticks Written and illustrated by Amy Schwartz Winner of the Sydney Taylor and National Jewish Book Awards. An elderly woman in a new apartment discovers that home is where you celebrate Shabbat. © 1983 – Age 4-8/32pp./PB

By Jan Goldin Fabiyi Illustrated by Sue Ramá A beautiful little Shabbat board book for little hands. It pictures Shabbat from Friday night through Havdalah which is unusual and welcome. The language is simple, the illustrations soft, warm and attractive. © 2008 – Age 1-4/12pp./Board

Tot Shabbat

By Susan Remick Topek Illustrated by Sally Springer Noah keeps asking if it’s a holiday. He’s waiting for Friday, the preschool’s Challah-day. Age 3-7/24pp./PB

By Madeline Wikler Illustrated by Miriam Sagasti A lively rhyme about preparing for Shabbat. Age 1-4/12pp./Board

Where Shabbat Lives

By Moshe A. Braun A collection of short spiritual messages that will inspire the reader to appreciate the sacredness of Shabbat. Adult/208pp./HC

A Holiday for Noah

By Miriam P. Feinberg Illustrated by Marlene L. Ruthen A little house grows to fit all the guests arriving for Shabbat dinner. Age 3-8/20pp./PB

By Susan Remick Topek Illustrated by Shelly S. Ephraim A darling board book of a family celebrating Havdalah. Age 1-5/12pp./Board

The Shabbat Box

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By Lesley Simpson Illustrated by Nicole in den Bosch Ira’s class has a box filled with everything you need to celebrate Shabbat. Each child gets to take it home one time each school year. When it is finally Ira’s turn – he loses it! With extraordinary illustrations and sensitive storytelling, we learn how Ira deals with his serious dilemma, much to his classmates’ delight. © 2001 – Age 3-8/32pp./PB

A Shabbat Reader: Universe of Cosmic Joy By Dov Peretz Elkins A diverse group of prominent Jewish thinkers come together on the richness of the Sabbath experience. Adult/256pp./PB

Shabbos Is Coming!



Written and illustrated by Camille Kress A beautifully illustrated Shabbat experience for the very young. Age 1-4/12pp./Board



By Sashi Fridman Illustrated by Sarah Kranz With rhythmic verse, we learn the story of a young boy's adventure in Kiddush Cup Land Age 3-8/32pp./HC

SHAVUOT A Dozen Daisies for Raizy: A Shavuos Story By Rebecca Klempner Illustrated by Chava A lovely Shavuot story of sharing all the mitzvot of the holiday with the entire community. The text is simple, with a cute count down sub-story. The illustrations are lovelywatercolor line drawings that illustrate the text beautifully. With so few books available about this important holiday, this is a wonderful addition to any library. The glossary in the back of the book provides clear definitions for Hebrew and Yiddish words that may be unfamiliar and there is a “More about Shavuos” page at the end of the story. Published for a traditional audience. © 2008 – Age 4-8/32pp./HC

How Mama Brought the Spring By Fran Manushkin Illustrated by Holly Berry This is a delicious story with equally delicious illustrations. You can almost smell the blintzes being made and the winter's chill being blown away by the heat in the kitchen and the melting butter on the stove. The illustrations are delighfully warm, colorful Russian style. There is a recipe for cheese blintzes in the back of the book. © 2008 – Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Ten Friends: A Child's Story About the Ten Commandments Written and illustrated by

By Sylvia A. Rouss p.j. Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn Sammy Spider is back to teach us about Shavuot and the concept of step-by-step or "First-Then-Now" as described in the book. A blintz recipe is included. © 2008 – Age 4-8/32pp./PB

SUKKOT/ SIMCHAT TORAH All About Sukkot By Judyth Groner & Madeline Wikler Illustrated by Kinny Kreiswirth The traditions and customs of the holiday as well as a home service. A revised version of My Very Own Sukkot. Age 5-10/32pp./PB

The House on the Roof p.j. By David A. Adler Illustrated by Marilyn Hirsh Recently Reprinted! The man in apartment 3D builds his sukkah on the roof of his apartment building but the landlady wants it removed. The judge’s decision Is clever and just. © 2009 - Age 4-8/32pp./PB

It’s Sukkah Time!

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By Latifa Berry Kropf Photographed by Tod Cohen Like all the books in KarBen’s “It’s Time!” Series, this one is filled with adorable preschoolers, this time enjoying the holiday of Sukkot. The picture of them sitting in their little classroom sukkah has got to be the cutest thing ever! Perfect for preschoolers who will see themselves on every page. “How-to-make-amini-Sukkah” craft idea is included © 2008 – Age 3-8/32pp./HC

K'tonton's Sukkot Adventure By Sadie Rose Wellerstein Illustrated by Joe Boddy A wild adventure with the irrepressible K’Tonton. Age 3-8/36pp./HC

The Mysterious Guests: A Sukkot Story By Eric A. Kimmel Illustrated by Katya Krenina Let us celebrate! A beautifully illustrated, artfully told Sukkot story. A folktale, from a master storyteller. Not only a Sukkot story but a story with a values lesson as well – One should be as beautiful on the inside as on the outside or be prepared for the consequences. © 2008 – Age 4-8/32pp./HC

Night Lights: A Sukkot Story

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Simchat Torah: A Family Celebration By Judith Z. Abrams Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn A service for children and adults. Age 3+/32pp./PB

Sukkot: A Family Seder By Judith K. Abrams Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn A fun Sukkot celebration with blessings and songs. All ages/24pp./PB



Tamar's Sukkah

By Ellie Gellman Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn Tamar’s friends help her put the missing touch to her Sukkah. Age 4-8/8pp./Board

TU B’SHEVAT Gifts Written and illustrated by Phyllis Limbacher Tildes A young girl explores the simple gifts of nature in the world around her. Age 5-8/32pp./PB

The Giving Tree Written and illustrated by Shel Silverstein A tree gives everything to the boy who plays in her branches. Age 4-8/48pp./HC

The Great Kapok Tree: A Tale of the Amazon Rain Forest Written and illustrated by Lynne Cherry A beautifully illustrated story about the interdependence of species in a rain forest. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

In A Nutshell By Joseph Anthony Illustrated by Cris Arbo A tale about the cycle of life as demonstrated by the life of an oak tree. Age 3-10/32pp./PB

Inch by Inch: The Garden Song By David Mallet Illustrated by Ora Eitan “Inch by Inch, row by row, gonna make that garden grow...” perfectly illustrated. Age 3-6/24pp./PB

Listen to the Trees: Jews and the Earth By Molly Cone Illustrated by Roy Doty An exploration of the Jewish view of ecology. Age 8-12/84pp./PB

The Never-Ending Greeness Written and illustrated by Neil Waldman A story of Israel’s hope and spirit as symbolized by the holiday of Tu B’Shevat. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

The Oak Tree Written and illustrated by Gordon Morrison

A beautifully illustrated story about a tree and its inhabitants. All ages/32pp./PB

Once There Was a Tree By Natalia Romanova Illustrated by Gennady Spirin A beautifully illustrated, Russian story about the web of life. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Trees, Earth, and Torah: A Tu B'Shevat Anthology

A Coming Evil

By Ari Elon, Naomi Mara Hyman & Arthur Waskow A comprehensive collection of Jewish resources for observing Tu B'Shevat including several texts for Seder Tu B'Shevat. Adult/416pp./HC

When God Made the Tree Red Leaf, Yellow Leaf Written and illustrated by Lois Ehlert A story about a tree and the child who planted it. Instructions are given for planting a tree. Age 3-7/36pp./HC

Sammy Spider's First Tu B'shevat

By Virginia Kroll Illustrated by Roberta Collier-Morales God knew that children and creatures all over the world would depend on trees for food, shelter and comfort. Age 5+/32pp./PB

By Sylvia A. Rouss Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn Sammy watches as the seasons pass. Age 3-8/32pp./PB

HOLOCAUST

A Seder for Tu B’Shevat

After the War

By Harlene Winnick Appelman & Jane Sherwin Shapiro Illustrated by Chari R. McLean A wonderful seder for young children and their families. Age 3-8/32pp./PB

HOLOCAUST FICTION By Carol Matas A young girl returns home from Buchenwald only to find she is alone and unwelcome. Age 12+/128pp./PB

Alan and Naomi Seder Tu B’Shevat: The Festival of the Trees By Adam Fisher Outlines two seder services - one for adults with older children and one for younger children. All ages/98pp./PB

Spirit in Nature: Teaching Judaism and Ecology on the Trail By Matt Biers-Ariel, Deborah Newbrun & Michal Smart Examine the beauty and wonder of nature through Jewish eyes. Adult/96pp./PB

Torah of the Earth: Exploring 4,000 Years of Ecology in Jewish Thought Vol. 1: Biblical Israel & Rabbinic Judaism Vol. 2: Zionism & Eco-Judaism Edited by Arthur Waskow Over 30 leading scholars and experts provide a guided tour of ecological thought from four major Jewish viewpoints. Adult/272pp./PB

The Tree in the Ancient Forest By Carol Reed-Jones Illustrated by Christopher Canyon Stunning pictures and a repetitive text describe the web of life in the forest. Age 4-10/32pp./PB

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The Tree of Life: The World of the African Baobab Written and illustrated by Barbara Bash The interdependence of species on the African plain. Age 4-8/32pp./PB



By Myron Levoy A young boy in New York befriends a refugee from France. Age 11+/192pp./PB

Behind the Bedroom Wall By Laura E. Williams A young member of a Nazi youth group is faced with difficult choices when she discovers her parents are hiding Jews. Age 9-13/176pp./PB

Best Friends Written and illustrated by Elisabeth Reuter The effect of the Nazi period on the very young. Age 8+/140pp./HC

The Boy Who Dared: A Novel Based on the True Story of a Hitler Youth By Susan Campbell Bartoletti “I don’t want to remember a time I could have done something but didn’t.” This book is a fictionalized account of the life of someone who tried to help, Helmuth Hubener. He listened to what was being said, what he was being taught and knew it could not be true. At a very young age, he decided to do something about it. He was seventeen-yearsold when he was caught, tried, imprisoned and guillotined by the Nazis for treason. The writing is excellent. The reader is caught up in the danger, holding your, sweating, your heart racing as you sense the danger nearing. Boys will love this book. The pace is fast, the adventure real. © 2008 – Age 10-14/202pp./HC

The Butterfly Written and illustrated by Patricia Polacco Get out the kleenex, Patricia is at it again as she dips into her own family's history to reveal Aunt Monique's true story of hiding a Jewish child during the war. Age 9+/48pp/PB

By Vivian Vande Velde A young Jewish girl sent to safety at her aunt’s farm is helped by a ghost from the past. Age 10+/148pp/PB

Daniel's Story By Carol Matas Daniel embodies the experience of millions of children and their families. Age 9-14/144pp./PB

The Devil's Arithmetic

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A Different Kind of Courage By Ellen Howard In 1940 France, two children must leave their families behind and journey to America. Age 9+/176pp./PB

Don’t Talk to Me About the War By David A. Adler The primary Jewish content in this nicely written book is one Jewish character who worries over the fate of her aunt and uncle living in Europe - the father and mother of her two counsins who have been sent over to live with her family. Mostly, this book is a view of World War II through the eyes of American middle schoolers of the time. There is a nice history lesson here, however, in its explaination of why the United States stayed out of the war as long as it did. © 2008 – Age 10-14/216pp./PB

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Escape from the Holocaust By Kenneth Roseman A do-it-yourself adventure set in Europe just prior to World War II. #50307 – Age 9-12/180pp./PB/$7.95

The Good Liar By Gregory Maguire Told in the form of a letter to a group of children researching World War II, this is the story of Marcel and his family who hid Jews in their home during the war. Age 9+/144pp./HC

The Grey Striped Shirt

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Honey Cake By Joan Betty Stuchner An great easy reader about Denmark and the Jews during World War II. Based on the true story of how the entire country worked together to help save the country's Jewish community from the Nazi's. There is a delicious Honey Cake recipe in the back of the book and some lovely illustrations throughout the book. The language is easy, making this a perfect book for an older child who may have difficulty reading. © 2007 – Age 8-11/102pp./PB

I Am David (formerly, North To Freedom

By Anne Holm Twelve-year-old David is given a chance to escape from a prison camp in Eastern Europe and is told to make his way to Denmark. Age 11+/240pp./PB

If I Should Die Before I Wake By Han Nolan As Hilary, a member of a Neo-Nazi group, lies comatose in the hospital, she becomes Chana and experiences life in the ghetto and Auschwitz. Age 12+/288pp./PB

The Journey Back By Johanna Reiss The sequel to The Upstairs Room. Annie de Leeuw tries to return to life after her three years of hiding. Age 12+/212pp./PB

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By Sonia Levitin Winner of the National Jewish Book Award. This is the story of one family’s escape from the Nazi’s. Age 9-12/160pp./PB

The Lady with the Hat By Uri Orlev Unwelcome in his hometown after the war, Yulek emigrates to Palestine. A rich deeply moving story. Age 12+/256pp./HC

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By Shulamith Levey Oppenheim Illustrated by Ronald Himler A young Jewish girl is taken in and hidden by a non-Jewish family in Holland. Age 7-10/32pp./PB

The Man from the Other Side @ By Uri Orlev Winner of the National Jewish Book Award. A young boy on the outside helps to smuggle food into the Warsaw Ghetto. Age 12+/186pp./PB

Maus I: A Survivor's Tale – My Father Bleeds History Written and illustrated by Art Spiegelman A powerful interpretation of the Holocaust. Adult/160pp./PB

Maus II: A Survivor's Tale – @ And Here My Troubles Began Written and illustrated by Art Spiegelman Winner of the Pulitzer Prize. Adult/136pp./PB

Star of Fear, Star of Hope

Stones in Water

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By Donna Jo Napoli Winner of the Sydney Taylor Award. The story of a young Italian boy captured and sent to a slave labor camp by the Nazis. Age 10+/224pp./PB

The Mozart Question

Summer of My German Soldier

By Michael Morpurgo Illustrated by Michael Foreman A lovely, well-written book with gorgeous watercolor illustrations. The message? Follow your passion no matter how difficult the road may be. A Holocaust story with a twist that turns into a mystery to be resolved. The revelation is one that ties the story together beautifully. © 2008 – Age 12+/72pp./HC

The Night Trilogy By Elie Wiesel Wiesel’s classic accounts of Auschwitz - Night, Dawn and Day (previously titled, The Accident) - in one volume. Adult/318pp./PB

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Of Heroes, Hooks and Heirlooms By Faye Silton The daughter of Holocaust survivors crochets a lace collar that teaches her class about her heritage and helps her parents deal with their experiences. Age 9+/120pp./PB

One Eye Laughing, The Other Weeping: The Diary of Julie Weiss, Vienna, Austria to New York, 1938 By Barry Denenberg In this volume of the Dear America series, we follow a young girl as her world crashes around her when Hitler's army invade Vienna forcing her to flee to New York city. Age 9-14/256pp./HC

By Betty Greene A 12-year-old Jewish girl growing up in an Arkansas town that is home to a camp for Nazi Prisoners of War, hides one of the escaped prisoners – with severe consequences. Age 12+/240pp./PB

T4: A Novel in Verse By Ann Clare LeZotte I believe our children should know that the unspeakable crimes of the Nazis extended beyond the Jews. Hitler also singled out anyone who did not fit his concept of "ideal" gypsy, homosexual, disabled, etc. T4 or Action T4 refers to the order allowing German physicians to provide euthansia to “patients considered incurable.” This engaging and educational book, written in free verse, is about a deaf girl who is sent away by her family so she might be saved from “elimination.” During her journey, she discovers others who are also fleeing the Nazi indictment - Jews among them. © 2008 – Age 10-14/108pp./HC

Terrible Things: An Allegory of the Holocaust By Eve Bunting Illustrated by Stephen Gammell Little rabbit wonders why the terrible things take away the creatures with feathers. Age 6+/24pp./HC

Torn Threads By Anne Isaacs A child survives a Nazi labor camp. Age 10+/160pp./PB

Twenty and Ten By Claire Hutchet Bishop Illustrated by William Pene DuBois Twenty Christian school children help hide ten Jewish children from the Nazis. Age 8-12/76pp./PB

Play to the Angel By Maurine F. Dahlberg An indomitable heroine in an unusual, subtle Holocaust setting. Age 9+/192pp/HC

A Pocket Full of Seeds By Marilyn Sachs Life in Nazi occupied France. Age 11+/135pp./PB

Rose Blanche Written and illustrated by Roberto Innocenti A powerful picture book illustrating innocence, selflessness and compassion in the midst of ignorance and war. Age 6-12/32pp./PB

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Waiting for Anya By Michael Morpurgo A young man stumbles onto a hiding place for Jews and struggles with the dangerous secret. Age 10+/176pp./PB

When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit By Judith Kerr A family escapes Nazi Germany and copes with refugee life. Age 10+/192pp./PB

When the Soldiers Were Gone By Vera W. Propp Set in Holland just after the end of World War II, a young boy adapts to life after the war with a family he doesn't remember. Age 10+/112pp./PB

The Yellow Star: The Legend of King Christian X of Denmark By Carmen Agra Deedy Illustrated by Henri Sorensen When Nazi soldiers occupied Denmark, King Christian was committed to keeping all Danes safe from harm. This is one of the most enduring legends to come out of that terrible time. It symbolizes the loyalty and fearless spirit of the king and his people. Age 5+/32pp/HC

HOLOCAUST NON-FICTION Anne Frank (see Biography) The Anne Frank Case: Simon Wiesenthal’s Search for the Truth By Susan Goldman Rubin Illustrated by Bill Farnsworth Dark, haunting illustrations and powerful, dramatic text, describe Simon Wiesenthal’s life, the reasons for his lifelong mission as the “Nazi Hunter” and his 5-year search for the man who arrested Anne Frank and her family. © 2009 – Age 10+/40pp./HC

The Cage By Ruth Minsky Sender An unforgettable memoir of one woman’s experience during the Holocaust. Age 12+/264pp./PB

Darkness Over Denmark: The Danish Resistance and the Rescue of the Jews By Ellen Levine Refusing to turn a blind eye to the Holocaust, the Danish people took action against the Germans. This is the story of people who could not stand by and watch and of a nation that chose to act. Age 10+/128pp/PB

Escape: Teens Who Escaped from the Holocaust to Freedom By Sandra Giddens The true stories of four teens who survive the Holocaust due to luck, courage and help from others. Age 12+/112pp./HC

Fireflies in the Dark By Susan Goldman Rubin The story of Friedl Dicker-Brandeis and the Children of Terezin. Age 9+/48pp./PB

Four Perfect Pebbles: A Holocaust Story By Lila Perl & Marion Blumenthal Lazan The true story of the devastating years that shaped the author’s childhood. Age 10+/144pp./PB

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Hanna and Walter: A Love Story By Hanna & Walter Kohner The incredible story of a love that survived even separation and war. Age 12+/198pp./PB

The Hidden Children By Howard Greenfeld The stories of Jewish children who went into hiding during WWII. Age 11+/128pp./PB

Hiding to Survive: Stories of Jewish Children Rescued from the Holocaust By Maxine B. Rosenberg The stories of 14 children and their courageous rescuers. Age 9+/176pp./PB

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I Have Lived a Thousand Years: Growing Up in the Holocaust By Livia Bitton-Jackson A graphic, present tense narrative of a thirteen year old Hungarian girl who is rounded up by the Nazis and deported to a concentration camp with her mother. Age 12+/224pp./PB

...I Never Saw Another Butterfly Edited by Hana Volavkova An expanded edition of children's drawings and poems from Terezin Concentration Camp, 1942-1944. Age 11+/106pp./PB

In My Hands: Memories of a Holocaust Rescuer By Irene Gut Opdyke with Jennifer Armstrong The true story of a girl who saw evil in the world around her and chose to defy it. Age 10+/240pp/PB

Jacob’s Rescue By Malka Drucker & Michael Halpern A true story of a young Jewish boy hiding with a Christian family in Warsaw, Poland. Age 11+/119pp./PB

The Lost Childhood: A World War II Memoir By Yehuda Nir An extraordinary memoir of six years in the life of a Jewish boy and his family who survived the Holocaust posing as Catholics. Age 12+/304pp./HC

My Bridges of Hope: Searching for Life and Love After Auschwitz By Livia Bitton-Jackson The heroine of I Have Lived a Thousand Years continues her story of survival describing her dangerous

road from liberation from Auschwitz to a new life in Israel. Age 12+/272pp./PB

By Jayne Pettit Inspiring true stories of courageous individuals who worked to save Jews during the Holocaust. Age 8-12/176pp./PB

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By Frank Dabba Smith Photographs by Mendel Grossman Powerful photographs of life in a Jewish ghetto during the Holocaust taken with a secret camera by someone who refused to surrender to the suffering around him. Age 10+/32pp./PB

Rena’s Promise

By Aranka Siegal A Newbery Award winner. The true story of nine year old Piri as her world changes when the Nazis invade Hungary. Age 12+/224pp./PB

No Pretty Pictures: A Child of War

By Gay Block & Malka Drucker Photographs by Gay Block A tribute to the men and women who acted with humanity during a time of barbarism. Adult/272pp./PB

My Secret Camera: Life in the Lodz Ghetto

By Anita Lobel The true story of this Caldecott Award winning artist’s early years hiding from the Nazis, imprisoned in concentration camps and her recovery in Switzerland. 10+/208pp./PB

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One More Border: The True Story of One Family's Escape from War-Torn Europe By William Kaplan with Shelley Tanaka Illustrated by Stephen Taylor A gripping informative, narrative. The story traces one family's journey three-quarters of the way around the world, traveling by train and ship from Europe across Russia to Japan and finally to a new home in Canada. Age 8-12/60pp./PB

Out Of The Whirlwind: A Reader of Holocaust Literature By Albert Friedlander A revised and expanded edition of a classic anthology of Holocaust literature. It now includes over 40 accounts that stand as testimony to the broad range of experiences of the Holocaust. Adult/608pp./PB

Parallel Journeys By Eleanor Ayer Helen and Alfons were born just a few miles from each other but their lives took dramatically different paths. Helen was sent to Aushwitz, while Alfons became a high ranking member of the Hitler Youth. This book describes their true stories, side-by-side, to show how two people destined to be mortal enemies, can emerge from war with respect and empathy for one another. Age 10+/256pp./PB

Passage to Freedom: The Sugihara Story By Ken Mochizuki Illustrated by Dom Lee The story of Chiune Sugihara’s courageous decision to help the Jews of Lithuania. Age 6-10/32pp./PB

A Place To Hide: True Stories of Holocaust Rescues

By Rena Kornreish Gelissen with Heather Dune Macadam The story of one woman’s struggle to keep her sister alive in Auschwitz. Adult/288pp./PB

Rescuers: Portraits of Moral Courage in the Holocaust

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We Are Witnesses: Five Diaries of Teenagers Who Died in the Holocaust By Jacob Boas First person accounts of living through the Holocaust. Age 12+/208pp./PB

Witness: Voices From the Holocaust

By Kathy Kacer Based on the experiences of a real "Gabi," this is a compelling and heart-pounding story of a young Jewish girl who must hide from the Nazis in a dining room dresser. Age 9+/128pp/PB

Edited by Joshua M. Greene & Shiva Kumar First person accounts from 27 witnesses to the Holocaust are woven together into one compelling account of this terrible time in history. Adult/270pp./PB

The Spirit That Moves Us, Vol. I: A Literature-Based Resource Guide, Teaching About Diversity, Prejudice, Human Rights & the Holocaust

The World Must Know: The History of the Holocaust As Told in the United States Holocaust Museum

By Rachel Quenk A resource guide to assist teachers in using children's literature and classroom activities to help children understand the concepts of the Holocaust. Age 5-10/192pp/PB

By Michael Berenbaum The official guidebook for the U.S. Holocaust Museum. Adult/250+pp./PB

HUMOR

The Spirit That Moves Us, Vol. II: A Literature-Based Resource Guide, Teaching About the Holocaust & Human Rights

The Big Book of Jewish Humor

By Laura R. Petovello A resource guide for teachers demonstrating how to use children's literature and a wide range of classroom activities to teach the concepts of diversity, culture, community and human rights. Age 11+/170pp./PB

The Tattooed Torah By Marvell Ginsburg Illustrated by Martin Lemelman The true story of a small Torah rescued from a Nazi warehouse. Age 6-10/32pp./HC

Tell Them We Remember: The Story of the Holocaust By Susan D. Bacharach Photographs from the U.S. Holocaust Museum Illustrates how innocent people in Europe were affected by the Holocaust. Age 10+/128pp./PB

Ten Thousand Children By Anne Fox & Eva Abraham-Podietz True stories of children who escaped the Holocaust on the Kindertransport. Age 9+/128pp./PB

Thanks to My Mother By Schoschana Rabinovici An unforgettable true story of how a young girl survived the Holocaust with the aid of her mother.

By William Novak & Moshe Waldoks 25th Anniversary Edition. An extensive collection of Jewish jokes and cartoons. Adult/310pp./PB

The Big Little Book of Jewish Wit & Wisdom Edited by Sally Ann Berk A small, chunky book filled with reflections gleaned from ancient, traditional and modern sources. Adult/368pp/HC

Five Little Gefiltes

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Written and illustrated by Dave Horowitz A count down book about 5 gefilte fish who go out and about. Each day one gefilte goes missing. During their travels they visit a variety of New York Jewish landmarks from the deli to the theater district to the harbor. Eventually, of course, they all return home “’cause each was a mensch!” The illustrations are charming and there is a lot to look at and discover. Adults will probably appreciate this picture book more than children in that the Yiddish and the allusions will have to be explained. Fortunately, there is a Yiddish glossary in the back of the book. Overall, a fun, silly read for everyone. © 2007 – 5-9/32pp/HC

Haikus for Jews: For You, A Little Wisdom By David Bader Combines the simplicity and elegance of the Haiku rhythm with the irritability of Jewish kvetching. You will laugh out loud reading this.

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Jewish Humor Stories for Kids: An Anthology of Short Stories A wonderful collection of funny stories that kids will love. Age 10+/208pp./PB

Jewish Humor: What the Best Jewish Jokes Say About the Jews By Rabbi Joseph Telushkin Examines Jewish comedy as a mirror of Jewish culture. Adult/238pp./PB

We Gave the World Moses and Bagels By David Heller, Ph.D Illustrated by Children A humorous and heart-warming collection of quotes from children ages 4 - 12 about what it means to be Jewish. All ages/96pp./HC

INTERFAITH ISSUES Choosing a Jewish Life By Anita Diamant A handbook for people converting to Judaism and for their family and friends. Adult/296pp./PB

Choosing Judaism By Lydia Kukoff A guide for the newly converted or those thinking of converting. Adult/152pp./PB

Embracing the Covenant: Converts to Judaism Talk About Why By Rabbi Allan Berkowitz & Patti Moskovitz Adult/184pp./PB

How to Be a Perfect Stranger, Vol. 1: A Guide to Etiquette in Other People’s Religious Ceremonies By Arthur J. Magida How to act in other religion’s houses of worship. Adult/432pp./HC

How to Be a Perfect Stranger, Vol. 2: A Guide to Etiquette in Other People’s Religious Ceremonies By Stuart M. Matlins & Arthur J. Magida A guide to rituals and celebrations of other faiths for the interested guest. Adult/432pp./HC

If I'm Jewish and You're Christian, What Are the Kids? A Parenting Guide for Interfaith Families By Andrea King Assists interfaith families in choosing a religious identity for their children. Adult/146pp./PB

Jalapeno Bagels By Natasha Wing Illustrated by Robert Casilla An interfaith couple help their son with a school project. Age 5-8/32pp./HC

Mingled Roots: A Guide for Jewish Grandparents

By Sunie Levin Helps Jewish grandparents with the strains of dealing with interfaith relationships. Adult/96pp./PB

Choosing My Religion: A Memoir of a Family Beyond Belief (formerly, Turbulent Souls) By Stephen Dubner This enthralling true narrative takes us on one family's journey from Judaism to Catholicism and, in the author's case, back to Judaism. Adult/368pp./PB

Israel Fun for Little Hands By Judyth Groner & Madeline Wikler Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn Crafts, stories and games celebrating Israel. Age 3-7/32pp./PB

Israel in Pictures

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By Valérie Zenatti Winner of the 2009 Sydney Taylor Book Award for Best Teen Book. An excellent portrayal of both sides of the exceedingly difficult IsraeliPalestinian dilemma. This writer gets it. She uses a medium kids will love - emailing and instant text messaging - to create a story that is in turns engaging, interesting, despairing and joyful. © 2008 - Age 13+/150pp./HC

Chicken Man

A fourteen year old Arab-American girl is less than enthusiastic with her father's decision to move the family back to his native Jerusalem. When she falls in love with a Jewish boy, she challenges her family, culture and tradition but her homesickness fades. Age 10+/272pp./PB

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Written and illustrated by Michelle Edwards Back in print! Michelle Edwards unique illustrations along with her wonderful story show us what life on a kibbutz is like. © 2009 – Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Come, Let Us Be Joyful! The Story of Hava Nagila By Fran Manushkin Illustrated by Rosalind Charney Kaye A charming story about the history of Hava Nagila and the building of the State of Israel. Age 4-8/32pp./HC

Eyewitness Bible Lands By Jonathan N. Tubb The story of the Holy Land, its geography, history, and the ancient civilizations of its peoples. Age 7-12/64pp./HC

Freefall By Anna Levine A Sydney Taylor Honor Book. This excellent book for Teen Readers provides a wonderful glimpse into Israeli Army life. It evokes all the feelings one would have while training in the desert, falling out of an airplane, hearing an air raid siren, waiting for news of a loved one duing a battle. The true lesson of this book however, is "Believe in Yourself." © 2008 - Age 13+/250pp./HC

The Golden City: Jerusalem’s 3,000 Years Written and illustrated by Neil Waldman A history of the Holy City told with simple text and beautiful illustrations. Age 10+/32pp./HC

Israel: A Spiritual Travel Guide By Rabbi Lawrence Hoffman A guidebook that helps travelers prepare spiritually for their trip to Israel. Adult/208pp./PB

It’s Israel’s Birthday By Ellen Dietrick Photographs by Tod Cohen There will be lots of oohing and aahing as you turn the pages of this charming, delightful picture book filled with photographs of cute preschoolers celebrating Israel's birthday. Watch them play in the “archeological dig” sandbox, swim in the "Dead Sea", and take the "airplane" home etc. Lots of great ideas for Israel fun in the Preschool classroom. Instructions for Israel birthday hats included. © 2008 – Age 2-7/24pp./HC

By Karen Armstrong The history of the Jewish, Muslim and Christian claims on the Holy City. Adult/474pp./PB

Joshua's Dream: A Journey to the Land of Israel By Sheila F. Segal Illustrated by Joel Iskowitz Joshua learns about Zionism and the birth of the state of Israel. Age 5-10/32pp./HC

Keeping Israel Safe: Serving in the Israel Defense Force By Barbara Sofer A unique, well-written book with great pictures about Army service in Israel. We follow four Israeli teenagers as they learn about the history of the Israeli army and where they will be placed after they graduate from high school. The pictures are excellent and the text is clear, readable and very engaging. © 2008 – Age 9-14/56pp./PB

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By Judye Groner Illustrated by Cheryl Nathan A delightful tour of Israel for the very young. The text has you flying, climbing, walking and bouncing through the country and the illustrations are simply charming. © 2004 – Age 0-5/12pp./Board

Habibi One More River By Lynne Reid Banks

Samir and Yonatan By Daniella Carmi Set in an Israeli hospital, this is the story of a Palestinian boy and an Israeli boy who come together and try to understand each other's hopes and anguish. Age 8-12/160pp./PB

Snow in Jerusalem

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By Deborah da Costa Illustrated by Cornelius Van Wright & Ying-Hwa Hu Avi and Hamudi live in the Old City of Jerusalem. They unknowingly share a white street cat as a pet. When they suddenly meet and discover their shared ownership, the cat’s “circumstances” encourage them to find common ground and make peace. © 2001 – Age 4-8/32pp./PB

The Space Between Our Footsteps: Poems and Paintings from the Middle East By Naomi Shihab Nye A collection of words and images designed to create bridges between the countries of the Middle East. All ages/144pp./HC

Welcome to Israel! By Lilly Rivlin with Gila Gevirtz Presents the miracle of the Jewish state with a sense of wonder, humor and pizzazz. Age 10-12/128pp./PB

JEWISH PHILOSOPHY

Jerusalem: One City, Three Faiths

Let’s Visit Israel

A young Canadian girl unwillingly moves with her family to a kibbutz. Age 12+/244pp./PB



Basic Judaism By Milton Steinberg The beliefs, ideals and practices which make up the Jewish faith. Adult/172pp./PB

Christianity in Jewish Terms By Tikva Frymer-Kensky, David Novak, Peter Ochs, et a l A Jewish theological response to the profound changes that have taken place in Christian thought. Adult/256pp./HC

Encyclopedia of the Sayings of the Jewish People By Macy Nulman A comprehensive one-volume reference presenting nearly 2,000 Jewish expressions. Adult/384pp./HC

Finding a Spiritual Home: How a New Generation of Jews Can Transform the American Synagogue By Sidney Schwarz An illuminating look at Judaism's future, challenging American synagogues to respond to a generation of seekers and satisfy the spiritual hunger of the "new American Jew." Adult/336pp./HC

God Was Not in the Fire: The Search for a Spiritual Judaism By Rabbi Daniel Gordis A why-to rather than a how-to book about deepening our relationship with Judaism.

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When Bad Things Happen to Good People

How Good Do We Have to Be By Harold S. Kushner A look at the drive toward perfection. Adult/182pp./PB



I’m Growing

By Howard I. Bogot & Daniel Syme Illustrated by Janet Compere Learning new ways to do the holidays tells us we’re growing. Age 3-8/32pp./PB

Jewish Power: Inside the American Jewish Establishment By J.J. Goldberg A provocative portrait of the people and institutions that make up organized Jewish political influence in America. Adult/420pp./PB

Jewish Wisdom: Ethical, Spiritual and Historical Lessons from the Great Works and Thinkers By Rabbi Joseph Telushkin A guide and commentary to the most important texts of Judaism. Adult/672pp./HC

Jews: The Essence and Character of a People By Arthur Hertzberg & Aron Hirt-Manheimer A bold and provocative attempt to define the "essential Jewish character." Adult/304pp./PB

Messes of Dresses By Faigy Pertzig Illustrated by Tova Leff Illustrates the lesson “Who is rich? He who is satisfied with what he has.” Age 5-9/32pp./HC

Moses On Management: 50 Leadership Skills from the Greatest Manager of All Time By David Baron with Lynette Padwa Draws surprising parallels between the world of Moses and our own and illuminates areas of particular relevance to today's managers. Adult/248pp./PB

Simple Words: Thinking About What Really Matters in Life By Adin Steinsaltz A fundamental guide for dailing living that examines and helps us understand the "simple words" at the heart of our spiritual life. Adult/224pp./PB

The Banality Of Good And Evil: Moral Lessons from the Shoah & Jewish Tradition By David R. Blumenthal In this provocative book, the author develops a new theory of human behavior that identifies the factors that foster both good and evil behavior. Adult/320pp/PB

The Thirteen Petalled Rose: A Discourse on the Essence of Jewish Existence and Belief By Adin Steinsaltz A classic of Jewish mysticism. Adult/182pp./PB

By Harold Kushner A humane approach to understanding life’s windstorms. Adult/182pp./PB

Wise Words: Jewish Thoughts and Stories Through the Ages By Jessica Gribetz A wonderful collection of aphorisms and poetry from many sources with an emphasis on women’s voices. Adult/270pp./PB

Words That Hurt, Words That Heal: How to Choose Words Wisely and Well By Rabbi Joseph Telushkin Using text and story, the author teaches how words can cross the boundary of communication to destruction. Adult/218pp./PB

Yiddishe Kopf: Creative Problem Solving in Jewish Learning, Lore & Humor By Rabbi Nilton Bonder Jews, in their long history of suffering persecution, have developed an intuitive genius for getting out of a pickle. In this intriguing book, the author presents the basic principles of this creative approach to thinking. Adult/112pp./PB

JEWISH PRACTICE A is for Abraham: A Jewish Family Alphabet p.j. By Richard Michelson Illustrated by Ron Mazellan A Sydney Taylor Honor Book. Who knew an ABC book could hold so much information? A beautifully illustrated, fun, fact-filled book. Using simple poetry in the main text and accompanied by additional material on the sidebars, the author takes us on a fantastic ride through Judaism. Combined with gorgeous artwork and a complete alef bet in the back of the book, there is not much more that could be asked for from a simple picture book. The Author's Note at the beginning is the best description of our transdenominational Jewish world I have yet read. © 2008 - Age 4-9/40pp./HC

The Art of Torah Cantillation: A Step-by-Step Guide to Chanting Torah Vols 1 & 2 By Cantor Marshall Portnoy & Cantor Josee Wolff A unique book and CD package that will lead the novice through each step of learning how to chant Torah. Adult/96pp./PB

Back to the Sources

means to be Jewish focuses on both the history and contemporary practices of Judaism. Adult/288pp./HC

The Book of Jewish Values: A Day-By-Day Guide to Ethical Living By Rabbi Joseph Telushkin A book of ancient and modern advice on how to live an ethical life in a morally ambiguous world. A collection of brief passages combed from Jewish sacred writings with commentaries and stories. Adult/544pp./HC

Bringing the Psalms to Life: How to Understand & Use the Book of Psalms By Daniel F. Polish An insightful and practical guide to how psalms address a myriad of spiritual issues in our lives. Adult/208pp./PB

Essential Judaism: A Complete Guide to Beliefs, Customs and Rituals By George Robinson A single, comprehensive, hands-on reference work that provides an upto-date overview of Jewish practices and beliefs. Adult/608pp./PB

Every Person's Guide to Judaism By Stephen J. Einstein & Lydia Kukoff Introduces basic Jewish concepts, customs and ceremonies. Adult/196pp./PB

Fins and Scales: A Kosher Tale



By Deborah Uchill Miller & Karen Ostrove Illustrated by Karen Ostrove A wonderful story about keeping Kosher. Told in verse as a family walks through a Jerusalem marketplace. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

The First Jewish Catalog By Richard Siegel, Michael Strassfeld & Sharon Strassfeld A do-it-yourself kit to Jewish rituals, customs, cooking and crafts. Adult/320pp./PB

A Guide to Jewish Prayer By Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz Answers every question likely to arise about the rituals of Jewish prayer. Adult/464pp./PB The Complete How-To Handbook for Jewish Living: Three Volumes

By Barry W. Holtz A guide to the great books of the Jewish tradition and how to read them. Adult/448pp./PB

By Kerry M. Olitzky & Ronald H. Isaacs Clear and concise step-by-step answers to Jewish practice and customs. Adult/563pp./PB

Being Jewish: The Spiritual and Cultural Practice of Judaism

How to Run a Traditional Jewish Household

By Ari L. Goldman With growing numbers of Jews returning to their religious roots, this thoughtful examination of what it

It’s a Mitzvah!

By Blu Greenberg Adult/528pp./HC

Step-by-Step to Jewish Living By Rabbi Bradley Shavit Artson An introduction to Mitzvot and ways to get started doing them. Adult/244pp./PB

The Jew Within: Self, Family and Community in America By Arnold M. Eisen & Steven M. Cohen An exploration of the foundations of belief and behavior among moderately affiliated American Jews. Adult/272pp./HC

The Jewish Book of Why By Alfred J. Kolatch Traditional answers to hundreds of questions about all aspects of Judaism. Adult/326pp./HC

A Jewish Child’s First Book of Why



By Alfred J. Kolatch Illustrated by Harry Araten Questions and answers for traditions surrounding the Jewish holidays. Age 5-10/32pp./HC

The Jewish Home: A Guide for Jewish Living By Daniel B. Syme A practical guide to life cycle and holiday traditions. Adult/130pp./PB

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Jewish Literacy: The Most Important Things to Know About the Jewish Religion, Its People and Its History By Rabbi Joseph Telushkin A core curriculum of Judaism. Adult/688pp./HC

Living a Jewish Life: Jewish Traditions, Customs and Values for Today’s Families By Anita Diamant & Howard Cooper A practical guide to celebrating the diversity that is Judaism today. Adult/352pp./PB

Living Judaism: The Complete Guide to Jewish Belief, Tradition and Practice By Rabbi Wayne Dosick An engaging overview of Judaism. Adult/480pp./PB

A Mezuzah on the Door

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By Amy Meltzer Illustrated by Janice Fried In this warm and uniquely illustrated story, Noah, a young boy who has recently moved, is seeing his former neighbors at his new home during a “Hanukkat Habayit,” a dedication of the home, during which they will hang a mezuzah on the doorpost of their front door. With a distinctive style that incorporates paper collage, stenciling, watercolor and scratch board, the illustrations in this book bring to life the family and friends including the warmth of the experience of hanging a mezuzah. The back of the book contains a brief explanation of what a mezuzah

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My People’s Prayer Book: Traditional Prayers, Modern Commentaries Vol. 1 – The Sh’ma and Its Blessings Vol. 2 – The Amidah Volume 3: P'Sukei D'Zimrah (Morning Psalms) Volume 4: Seder K'Riyat Hatorah Volume 5: Birkhot Hashachar (Morning (Blessings) Volume 6: Tachanun and Concluding Prayers Volume 7: Shabbat at Home Volume 8: Kabbalat Shabbat (Welcoming Shabbat in the Synagogue) Volume 9: Welcoming the Night Minchah and Ma’ariv (Afternoon and Evening Prayers) Volume 10: Shabbat Morning – Shacharit and Musaf (Morning and Additional Services)

By Rabbi Lawrence A. Hoffman Jewish scholars examine the prayer book from a variety of perspectives. Adult/HC

The Nine Questions People Ask About Judaism By Dennis Prager & Joseph Telushkin Judaism as a rational moral alternative to contemporary society. Adult/218pp./PB

The Rhythm of Jewish Time By Vicki Weber A comprehensive step-by-step walk through the Jewish calendar and life cycle. Adult/168pp./PB

with historical, cultural and scriptural background. Adult/308pp./PB

Bar Mitzvah Lessons

This Is My God: The Jewish Way of Life

A quilt is handed down from mother to daughter. A wonderful life cycle book. This new 10th anniversary edition includes material about the author’s own children. All ages/40pp./HC

By Herman Wouk A wonderful introduction to Judaism. Adult/318pp./PB

ADOPTION

Bar-Bat Mitzvah Basics: A Practical Guide to Coming of Age Together

To Be a Jew: A Guide to Jewish Observance in Contemporary Life By Rabbi Hayim Halevy Donin The classic guide to the traditions of Judaism. Adult/338pp./PB

To Life! A Celebration of Jewish Being and Thinking By Harold S. Kushner A joyous celebration of the traditions, practices, ideas and visions of Judaism. Adult/304pp./PB

To Pray As a Jew: A Guide to the Prayer Book and the Synagogue Service By Rabbi Hayim Halevy Donin A traditional view of Jewish prayer. Adult/384pp./PB

The Very Best Book By Dina Rosenfeld Illustrated by Vitaliy Romanenko Demonstrates how everyday objects can be used in special Jewish ways. Age 2-5/32pp./HC

The Way Into Jewish Prayer By Lawrence Hoffman Explores the reasons for and the ways of Jewish prayer. Adult/160pp./PB

The Way Into Torah

By Evelyn Garfiel A step-by-step explanation of the parts of the service including a history of the Siddur. Adult/252pp./PB

By Norman Cohen Explores the origins and development of Torah, why it should be studied and how to do it. Adult/160pp./PB

Settings of Silver: An Introduction to Judaism

What is a Jew?

The Shengold Jewish Encylopedia A lavishly illustrated, one-volume "everything Jewish" encyclopedia. Makes a perfect gift for Bar or Bat mitzvah, confirmation, or graduation. Age 12+/320pp./HC

By Lawrence Hoffman a completely revised and updated guide to Jewish beliefs, practices and traditions. Adult/340pp./PB

LIFE CYCLE GENERAL Sacred Moments: Tales from the Jewish Life Cycle By Ronald H. Isaacs & Kerry M. Olitzky Stories from traditional sources dealing with the cycles of life. Adult/272pp/HC

The Symbols of Judaism By Rabbi Marc-Alain Ouaknin Full page images of religious artifacts accompanied by text. Adult/128pp./HC

The Tapestry of Jewish Time: A Spiritual Guide to Holidays and Life-Cycle Events By Rabbi Nina Beth Cardin Illustrated by Ilene Winn-Lederer Invites us to become weavers of tradition by giving us detailed explanations of each ritual, along

Gates of Mitzvah: A Guide to the Jewish Life Cycle By Simeon J. Maslin Illustrated by Ismar David A guide to life cycle practices as observed by the Reform Movement. Adult/166pp./HC

The Keeping Quilt

By Brynn Olenberg Sugarman Illustrated by Michelle Shapiro This book describes in wonderful detail and with beautiful illustrations the many steps a Jewish family had to take in order to adopt a child from Vietnam. Most importantly, it illustrates the mikveh ceremony with the father taking the new child into the waters while family stands around and watches. As the Jewish community changes daily with the faces and experiences of children from all over the world, this is an excellent introduction to prepare families with young children for a new arrival. © 2006 - Age 4-9/32pp./HC

AGING A Grandma Like Yours/ A Grandpa Like Yours

Service of the Heart: A Guide to the Jewish Prayer Book

By Stephen M. Wylen A newly revised second edition of this popular text reflecting changes in Eastern Europe and other recent events. This is an accessible, easyto-understand, comprehensive overview of Judaism. Adult/408pp./PB

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By Andria Warmflash Rosenbaum IIlustrated by Barb Björnson This delightful two-sided book has entertaining rhyming verse and soft, beautiful illustrations. Each side illustrates different animal grandparents, bubbes/zaydes savtas/sabas, papas/nanas, doing all the wonderful things that grandparents do for their grandchildren – lighting Shabbat candles, reading aloud, making challah, planting Tu B’Shevat trees, etc. After reading to the “end” you come to a picture brilliantly crafted so that depending on what you are reading about, you wind up in exactly the right spot. There is a wonderful glossary in the back/front of the book. © 2006 – Age 3-8/32pp./HC

Red, Blue and Yellow Yarn: A Tale of Forgiveness By Miriam R. Kosman Illustrated by Valeri Gorbachev A story about the generations of children who make mistakes and the loving grandmothers who forgive them. Age 4-8/32pp./HC

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By Mem Fox Illustrated by Julie Vivas A young boy helps an elderly woman recover her memories. This is a treasure! Age 4-8/32pp./PB

BAR-BAT MITZVAH The Always Prayer Shawl @ By Sheldon Oberman Illustrated by Ted Lewin Winner of the Sydney Taylor and National Jewish Book Awards. A prayer shawl is handed down from grandfather to grandson. Age 4-8/40pp./PB

By Dr. Martin Elsant A rebellious young man and a rebellious rabbi teach each other valuable lessons. #58301 – Age 9-12/96pp./PB/$5.95

By Cantor Helen Leneman Practical insights into how the BarBat Mitzvah process can be made easier for everyone. Adult/184p.pp./PB

The Bar-Bat Mitzvah Planbook By Janet Lewit & Ellen Epstein A newly revised, step-by-step guide to planning and experiencing this important event. Adult/200pp./PB

A Belfer Bar Mitzvah By Gloria Teles Pushker Illustrated by Judith Hierstein Toby Belfer learns about Bar Mitzvah traditions at her cousin’s ceremony. Age 4-8/32pp./HC

The Complete Bar-Bat Mitzvah Planner By Linda Seifer Sage An indispensable money saving workbook for organizing every aspect of the event. Adult/160pp./PB

Emma Ansky-Levine and Her Mitzvah Machine By Lawrence Bush Illustrated by Joel Iskowitz A strange gift helps Anna discover the meaning of her Bat Mitzvah. Age 10-13/115pp./PB

For Kids – Putting God on the Guest List: How to Claim the Spiritual Meaning of your Bar-Bat Mitzvah By Rabbi Jeffrey K. Salkin A kids’ companion to the popular title. Age 11-13/120pp./PB

Putting God on the Guest List: How to Reclaim the Spiritual Meaning of Your Child’s Bar or Bat Mitzvahah By Rabbi Jeffrey K. Salkin Age 12+/156pp./PB

BIRTH Before You Were Born

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Celebrating Your New Jewish Daughter: Creating Jewish Ways to Welcome Baby Girls into the Covenant By Debra Nussbaum Cohen New and traditional ceremonies and other ideas for preparing a special welcome to the world and to Judaism for a baby girl. Adult/192pp./PB

The Complete Book

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of Hebrew Baby Names By Smador Shir Sidi A comprehensive guide with advice on selecting names and ceremonies. Adult/340pp./PB

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By A.S. Godot Illustrated by Marie LaFrance This is a lovely book. My only wish would be that they had made one for girls as well. Nonetheless, this book explores the First Gift – the baby’s name - that every parent gives their child and discusses how names are given to babies the world over. At the end of the book is a single page describing Jewish naming customs. The illustrations are excellent and give an overall sense of what the names mean or what the person does. This book would make a great gift for a new baby (especially a boy baby.) © 2006 - Age 3-6/24pp./PB

The New Jewish Baby Book: Names, Ceremonies & Customs – A Guide for Today’s Families By Anita Diamant A guide to the Jewish customs and rituals for welcoming a new child into the world. Adult/328pp./PB

Welcoming Babies By Margy Burns Knight Illustrated by Anne Sibley O’Brien The varied and diverse ways that cultures around the world celebrate new life. Age 4-10/32pp./PB

When I First Held You: A Lullaby from Israel

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DEATH Badger’s Parting Gifts Written and illustrated by Susan Varley When Badger dies, his friends console themselves by remembering the gifts he gave them. Age 5-8/32pp./PB

Bereaved Children and Teens: A Support Guide for Parents and Professionals By Earl A. Grollman Fourteen experts explore the complex problems faced by young mourners. Adult/256pp./PB

The Best Cat in the World Written by Léslèa Newman Illustrated by Ronald Himler A charming and sincere book about losing a precious pet and learning to love another one. © 2004 – Age 5-8/32pp./PB

A Candle for Grandpa: A Guide to the Jewish Funeral for Children and Parents By David Techner & Judith Hirt-Manheimer Illustrated by Joel Iskowitz A thorough and sensitive explanation of the Jewish traditions surrounding death. Age 5-10/32pp./HC

Does the Soul Survive? A Jewish Journey to Belief in Afterlife, Past Lives & Living with Purpose By Rabbi Elie Kaplan Spitz Explores what Judaism has to say about the afterlife and draws on traditional Jewish sacred texts to analyze reincarnation and past lives. Adult/240pp./PB

The Fall of Freddie the Leaf By Leo Buscaglia A gentle parable to explain the delicate balance of life and death. All ages/32pp./HC

The Goodbye Boat By Mary Joslin Illustrated by Claire St. Louis Little With simple, thoughtful text, this book explores the pain and grief of saying goodbye to someone who has died and opens the door for discussion about what happens when someone dies. All ages/28pp./HC

Grandad's Prayers of the Earth

The Path of the Soul: Making Peace with Mortality

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By Douglas Wood Illustrated by P. J. Lynch The author of Old Turtle and the illustrator of When Jessie Came Across the Sea join together to create a beautiful, wise and touching book about prayer. Age 6+/32pp/PB

Grandpa's Soup By Eiko Kadono Illustrated by Satomi Ichikawa After grandma dies, grandpa is too sad to do anything more than sit all day. Then one day he realizes he misses grandma's soup. Though each batch he makes is bigger than the last, he hardly gets to taste it as he entertains unexpected visitors hungry for soup. Grandpa discovers that sharing with friends is the best cure for loneliness. Age 2-8/32pp./PB

The Grieving Teen: A Guide for Parents, Counselors and Teenagers By Helen Fitzgerald The author looks at the many different circumstances that make grief a part of a teenager's life and offers valuable insights into a broad range of issues. Age 12+/208pp./PB

Helping Children Cope with the Loss of a Loved One: A Guide for Grownups By William C. Kroen Advice for helping children grieve. Adult/112pp./PB

Helping Children Grieve: When Someone They Love Dies By Theresa Huntley How children at various ages understand death. Adult/80pp./PB

If Nathan Were Here By Mary Bahr Illustrated by Karen A. Jerome This beautiful, tender book, gently and compassionately explores the grief of a young boy whose best friend has died.

Written and illustrated by Hans Wilhelm A boy comes to terms with the death of his dog. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

The Jewish Mourner's Book of Why By Alfred J. Kolatch Questions and answers about the Jewish laws and customs surrounding death. Adult/414pp./PB

The Jewish Way in Death and Mourning By Maurice Lamm A thorough and complete guide to Jewish mourning traditions. Adult/266pp./PB

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Lifetimes: The Beautiful Way to Explain Death to Children By Bryan Mellonie Illustrated by Robert Ingpen Explains death to young children by talking about the lifetimes of plants, animals and people. Age 3-8/40pp./PB

Living When a Young Friend Commits Suicide: Or Even Starts Talking About It By Earl A. Grollman & Max Malikow A clear and accessible book for anyone who wants to be prepared for pre- and "post-“ vention work with adolescents confronting the death of a friend. Adult/112pp./PB

Making Loss Matter: Creating Meaning in Difficult Times By Rabbi David Wolpe Now in paperback, this powerful book explores ways to transform suffering into a source of strength. Adult/240pp./PB

The Memory String By Eve Bunting Illustrated by Ted Rand Each button on Laura's memory string represents a piece of her family history - especially memories of her mother who died. Laura soon discovers that a memory string is not just for remembering the past: it's also for recording new memories. Age 5-8/40pp./HC

Mourning & Mitzvah: A Guided Journal for Walking the Mourner’s Path Through Grief and Healing By Anne Brener Guided writing exercises help stimulate the mourning and healing process. Adult/288pp./PB

The Next Place Written and illustrated by Warren Hanson A beautiful, inspirational book about dying. #WAL432–All ages/40pp/HC/$15.95

By Rabbi Ben Kamin This inspirational book is not about grieving, consoling or even about dying. It is a proactive examination of how mortality affects our lives and how to approach death in a way that makes life meaningful and redemptive. Adult/176pp./PB

Readings for Remembrance: A Collection for Funerals & Memorial Services By Eleanor Munro A rich and thoughtful collection of writings to help individuals and communities cope with loss. Adult/288pp./PB

Rudi's Pond By Eve Bunting Illustrated by Ronald Himler Based on a true story, this insightful book will help young readers deal with loss. Age 5-8/32pp./HC

Saying Kaddish: How to Comfort the Dying, Bury the Dead & Mourn as a Jew By Anita Diamant A practical guide showing how to make Judaism's time-honored rituals of death and mourning into personal and meaningful sources of comfort. Adult/288pp./PB

Talking About Death: A Dialogue Between Parent and Child By Earl A. Grollman Illustrated by Susan Avishai Sensitive and helpful advice to help parents talk to children about death. Includes a story that can be read together. Adult/118pp./PB

The Tenth Good Thing About Barney By Judith Viorst Illustrated by Erik Blegvad When Barney the cat dies, a family tries to think of good things to say about him. Age 6-10/32pp./PB

A Time to Mourn, A Time to Comfort: A Guide to Jewish Bereavement (art of Jewish Living By Dr. Ron Wolfson and Rabbi David Wolpe A sensitive guide to the Jewish traditions for death and mourning. Adult/316pp./PB

The Two of Them Written and illustrated by Aliki The relationship between a young girl and her grandfather. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

What Happens After I Die? Jewish Views of Life After Death By Rifat Sonsino & Daniel B. Syme Several different Jewish views to the question of whether there is life after death. Adult/148pp./PB

What Have You Lost? By Naomi Shihab Nye Illustrated by Michael Nye

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prayer rituals. The accompanying CD is a masterful production as well, creating a soft sound for falling asleep or learning the Hebrew of the nighttime prayers. The book’s language is simple and perfect for small children who want that final bedtime snuggle with mom or dad, grandma or grandpa before falling asleep. The child pictured is delightfully unisex. Each drawing uses tranquil colors and peaceful settings to reflect calm, exactly what parents want in a pre-bedtime book. © 2007 – Age 2-8/40pp./PB

and Separation: A Dialogue Between Parent and Child By Earl A. Grollman Illustrated by Alison Cann Age 6+/88pp./PB

What Is Death? By Etan Boritzer Illustrated by Nancy Forrest Introduces children to the concept of death and gives examples of the customs and beliefs from different religions and cultures. Age 4-9/32pp./HC

What On Earth Do You Do When Someone Dies? By Trevor Romain A book that talks directly to kids about what death is and what it means. Age 5-10/64pp./PB

When A Friend Dies: A Book for Teens about Grieving & Healing By Marilyn E. Gootman This book provides understanding and advice for teens who are grieving the death of a friend. Age 11+/120pp./PB

When a Grandparent Dies By Nechama Liss-Levinson Part journal, part workbook, this book will help children deal with shiva and the year beyond. Age 7-11/48pp./HC

When Dinosaurs Die: A Guide to Understanding Death By Laurene Krasny Brown Illustrated by Marc Brown A forthright approach addressing children’s fears and curiousity about death. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Where is Grandpa? By T. A. Barron Illustrated by Chris K. Soentpiet The question - Where is Grandpa? haunts a young boy on the day his grandfather dies. As he searches for an answer, he discovers that perhaps Grandpa is closer to home than anyone realized. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

DIVORCE Dinosaurs Divorce: A Guide for Changing Families By Laurene Krasny Brown Illustrated by Marc Brown A sensitive guide about divorce. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Goodbye, Daddy! By Brigitte Weninger Illustrated by Alan Marks A little boy’s teddy bear comforts him with a story about separation. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

It's Not Your Fault, Koko Bear By Vicki Lansky Illustrated by Jane Prince Koko, a loveable unisex bear, must learn what divorce means. In this read-together book, children will share Koko's angry and sad feelings, understand that these are natural and discover what to expect when families live apart. Age 3-7/32pp./PB

Talking About Divorce

Who Will Lead Kiddush? By Barbara Pomerantz Illustrated by Donna Ruff Age 4-8/32pp./PB

ILLNESS MARRIAGE

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By Rabbi Joe Black Illustrated by Rick Brown Review on it’s way! © 2009 – Age 1-4/24pp./HC

By Maurice Lamm A summary of traditional Jewish wedding practices. Adult/288pp./PB

A Child’s Book of Prayers

The New Jewish Wedding Book By Anita Diamant A guide to blending modern and traditional texts and customs into a memorable wedding day. Adult/272pp./PB

The Perfect Stranger's Guide to Wedding Ceremonies Edited by Stuart M. Matlins This unique book tells you everything you need to know to avoid embarassment, relax and have a good time at any wedding ceremony. Adult/208pp./PB

The God Around Us: A Child’s Garden of Prayer

Someone for Mr. Sussman Written and illustrated by p.j. Patricia Polacco Bubbie is a shadken, a matchmaker. Her motto: “No pot is so crooked that there isn’t a lid to fit it!” Except, perhaps, Mr. Sussman? Once again, Patricia Polacco takes us on a hilarious adventure as we watch Bubbie try to make the match of a lifetime. © 2008 – Age 4-8/40pp./HC

The Wedding That Saved a Town By Yale Strom Illustrated by Jenya Prosmitsky An interesting, unique book about a rare subject - the shvartze chaseneh, a "black wedding" - a wedding ceremony that Eastern European Jews would perform during times of great stress due to disease. While younger readers may not understand the concept, they will certainly appreciate the search for the groom with the horse as matchmaker. They will also delight in the wedding in the cemetery. The illustrations are unique and bring a modern look to the schtetl. © 2008 – Age 7-10 /32pp./PB

LITURGY/PRAYERS The Bedtime Sh’ma: A Goodnight Book

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By Mira Pollak Brichto Illustrated by Selina Alko With engaging poetry and vivid illustrations, children are connected to the world around them and the blessings for acknowledging God's hand in creating the world. Blessings are given in both English and Hebrew. Age 3-6/32pp./HC

The God Around Us: The Valley of Blessings By Mira Pollak Brichto Illustrated by Selina Alko Each page of this wonderful prayerbook offers a new scene of wonder and a corresponding blessing in Hebrew, English translation and transliteration. Age 4-8/48pp./HC

Goodnight Sh’ma

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By Jacqueline Jules Illustrated by Melanie Hall A lovely bedtime book for very young children and their parents or grandparents, also a nice baby gift for new parents. The simple, rhyming text introduces very young children to the concept of saying the Sh'ma before going to sleep each night. The illustrations are soft, soothing bedtime colors. © 2008 - Age 1-5/12pp./Board

On the Doorposts of Your House: Prayers and Ceremonies for the Jewish Home By Chaim Stern The newly revised edition of the CCAR home prayer book, Gates of the House. Adult/388pp./HC

Psalms for Young Children By Marie-Hélène Delval Illustrated by Arno

A beautiful way to introduce young children to the healing nature of the Psalms and to the powerful use of Psalms as prayers. The Psalms themselves have been well-adapted using language and concepts that children can understand. The accompanying illustrations are quite beautiful and assist in defining the meaning of the text. © 2008 – Age 4-8/88pp./HC

Thank You, God! A Jewish Child's Book of Prayers By Judyth Groner & Madeline Wikler Illustrated by Shelly O. Haas A first prayerbook for young children. Age 4-8/28pp./PB

MULTICULTURAL/ DIVERSITY Bread, Bread, Bread By Ann Morris Illustrated by Ken Heyman How bread is baked and eaten all over the world. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Can You Count Ten Toes? Count to 10 in 10 Different Languages By Lezlie Evans Illustrated by Denis Roche Learn to count to ten in Spanish, French, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Tagalog, Russian, Hindi, Hebrew and even Zulu! Age 4-8/32pp./HC

Chicken Sunday Written and illustrated by Patricia Polacco The hat maker helps a group of children buy a special hat for a special lady. Age 4-8/32pp./HC

The Cow of No Color: Riddle Stories and Justice Tales from World Traditions By Nina Jaffe & Steve Zeitlin Illustrated by Whitney Sherman Every tale in this outstanding multicultural collection returns to the question - What is fair? Age 9+/128pp./HC

Everybody Bakes Bread By Norah Dooley Illustrated by Peter J. Thornton A young girl visits her neighbors and tastes bread from all over the world. Age 4-9/32pp./PB

Everybody Serves Soup By Norah Dooley Illustrated by Peter J. Thornton As Carrie searches for ways to earn money to buy a Christmas present for her mother, she finds everyone in her neighborhood making soup. Age 6+/40pp./PB

Families By Meredith Tax Illustrated by Marilyn Hafner Families are who you live with and who you love. Age 5-8/32pp./PB

Happy Birthday, Moon Written and illustrated by Frank Asch

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Hats, Hats, Hats By Ann Morris Illustrated by Ken Heyman How hats are worn all over the world. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

I'm Like You, You're Like Me: A Child's Book About Understanding and Celebrating Each Other Written and illustrated by Cindy Gainer A gentle introduction to diversity for the very young. Age 3-8/48pp./PB

In Every Tiny Grain of Sand: A Child's Book of Prayers and Praise By Reeve Lindbergh Illustrated by Christine Davenier, Bob Graham, Anita Jeram & Elisa Klevan A beautiful, thoughtful and joyous collection of 77 treasured poems and prayers from many cultures and faiths. All ages/80pp./PB

Moongame Written and illustrated by Frank Asch Moonbear plays hide and go seek with the moon. Age 3-6/32pp./PB

Dim Sum, Bagels, and Grits: A Sourcebook for Multicultural Families By Myra Alperson An informed, comprehensive guide to raising a multicultural family. Adult/304pp./PB

Forty Things You Can Do to Save the Jewish People By Joel Lurie Grishaver A realistic approach to raising Jewish children in the 90’s. Adult/196pp./PB

How to Raise a Jewish Child: A Practical Handbook for Family Life By Anita Diamant with Karen Kushner Shows parents how to enrich their home and family life with the principles and heritage of Judaism. Adult/352pp./PB Parenting as a Spiritual Journey By Rabbi Nancy Fuchs-Kreimer Explores the transformative adventure that is parenting. Adult/183pp./PB

To Raise a Jewish Child: A Guide for Parents By Rabbi Hayim Halevy Donin A practical, traditional approach to raising Jewish children. Adult/232pp./PB

When Living Hurts, 3rd Edition

People Written and illustrated by Peter Spier The characteristics of people: their races, cultures and religions around the world. Age 4-8/48pp./PB

By Sol Gordon, Ph.D What to do for yourself or someone you care about when facing the daily challenges of life. Age 12+/160pp./PB

Talking Walls

When Nothing Matters Anymore: A Survival Guide for Depressed Teens

By Margy Burns Knight Illustrated by Anne Sibley O’Brien From the Great Wall of China to the Wailing Wall, the author uses walls to explore different cultures around the world. Age 6-10/36pp./PB

Talking Walls: The Stories Continues By Margy Burns Knight Illustrated by Anne Sibley O’Brien Walls of peace and division are looked at in this lovely sequel to Talking Walls. Age 6-10/36pp./PB

Whoever You Are By Mem Fox Illustrated by Leslie Staub A book that celebrates the bonds that unite us all. Age 3-8/32pp./PB

PARENTING The Blessing of a Skinned Knee: Using Jewish Teachings to Raise Self-Reliant Children By Wendy Mogel, Ph.D A clinical psychologist/Jewish Educator distills ancient teachings and contemporary psychological insights into a new roadmap for effective, enlightened parenting. Adult/256pp./PB

By Bev Cobain The aunt of rock singer, Kurt Cobain (who took his own life), writes to teens with depression, and those who feel despondent, dejected and alone. This powerful book offers help, hope and potentially life-saving facts and advice. Age 13+/176pp./PB

POETRY Another Desert: Jewish Poetry of New Mexico

This bilingual anthology of 120 works by more than 50 poets is a wonderful resource for Rosh Hodesh groups, teachers and poetry lovers everywhere. Adult/278pp./PB

Fall is Not Easy

Miriam's Daughters: Jewish Latin American Women Poets

Guess How Much I Love You?

Edited by Marjorie Agosin A bilingual collection of poetry exploring the rich Jewish identity immersed in Latin American culture. Adult/224pp./PB

By Yehuda Amichai A new collection of poems by Israel's leading poet. Adult/208pp./HC

The Practice of Peace Edited by Judith Rafaela & Nancy Fay One hundred forty poems teach, inspire and awaken us to the meaning of peace. Adult/208pp./PB

Written and illustrated by Martine Agassi, Ph.D A gentle, encouraging book that teaches with simple words and warm illustrations that violence is never okay and that anger can be managed. Age 2-6/40pp./PB

I Wish I Were a Butterfly



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By James Howe Illustrated by Ed Young A little cricket wishes he were a butterfly until he learns that his special gifts make him beautiful also. Age 4-8/40pp./PB

Appelmando’s Dreams

Special People, Special Ways

Written and illustrated by Patricia Polacco A celebration of the power of friendship, imagination and, most importantly, believing in your dreams. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Aunt Chip and the Great Triple Creek Dam Affair Written and illustrated by Patricia Polacco When TV becomes more important than books, everyone forgets how to read until Aunt Chip steps in. A wonderful story about the power of books. Age 4-8/40pp./HC

The Best of Friends Written and illustrated by Pirkko Vainio A story that shows that friends can come in all shapes and sizes. Age 5-8/32pp./HC

The Dandelion Seed By Joseph Anthony Illustrated by Cris Arbo A wonderful allegory about growing up and exploring the world. Age 3-9/32pp./PB

Different Just Like Me

The Art of Blessing the Day: Poems with a Jewish Theme By Marge Piercy A superb celebration of ways in which being Jewish permeates and enriches everyday life. Adult/192pp./PB

Elmer

By Shirley Kaufman, Galit Hasan-Rokem & Tamar Hess

By Sam McBratney Illustrated by Anita Jeram A charming and endearing affirmation of parental love. Age 2-8/30pp./HC

Hands Are Not For Hitting Open Closed Open

Edited by Joan Logghe & Miriam Sagan A collection of poetry that blends the history, celebration and reconciliation of ancient Jewish traditions with life in New Mexico. Adult/176pp./PB

The Defiant Muse: Hebrew Feminist Poetry from Antiquity to the Present

Written and illustrated by Marty Kelley This is a delightful story about the seasons, change and tolerance. Age 2-9/32pp./HC

Written and illustrated by Lori Mitchell People come in all sorts of shapes, sizes and colors - but are we really as different as we seem? Age 3-8/32pp./PB

Written and illustrated by David McKee Elmer wants to be like everyone else but is happiest when he can be himself. Age 4-8/32pp./HC/

The Empty Pot Written and illustrated by Demi An embarrassing failure is turned into a triumph and honesty is rewarded. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

By Arlene Maguire Illustrated by Sheila Bailey Delightful rhyming text and rich illustrations explore the differences we share. Age 4+/32pp./HC

Stellaluna Written and illustrated by Janell Cannon Stellaluna, a fruit bat, is adopted by a family of birds. Age 4-8/48pp./HC

Stick Up For Yourself! Every Kid's Guide to Personal Power and Positive Self-Esteem By Gershen Kaufman, Lev Raphael & Pamela Espeland Helps children build self-esteem and assertiveness skills. Age 8-12/128pp./PB

Why Am I Different By Norma Simon Illustrated by Dora Leder Helps dispel the myth that being different is somehow bad or wrong. Age 4-8/32pp./PB

Wings By Christopher Myers In this beautiful and thought provoking book, we are challenged to embrace our differences and celebrate our individuality. Only then can we truly fly. Age 7+/40pp./HC

Wonderful Nature, Wonderful You By Karin Ireland Illustrated by Christopher Canyon Nature as a metaphor for positive values. Age 6-12/32pp./PB

SHMIRAT HALASHON/ GUARD YOUR TONGUE Words are Like Faces

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SHOMREI HAADAMAH/ PROTECTING THE EARTH My Life in Pink & Green By Lisa Greenwald While it is not clear whether 12-yearold Lucy Desborg and her family are Jewish, she is adept at using her talents to save her family’s business by “going green.” © 2009–Age 11+/272pp./HC/$16.95

SPIRITUALITY The Book of Miracles: A Young Person’s Guide to Jewish Spirituality By Lawrence Kushner Illustrated by Devis Grebu Tenth Anniversary Edition Age 12+/80pp./HC

The Book of Words: Talking Spiritual Life, Living Spiritual Talk By Lawrence Kushner Rabbi Kushner examines thirty primary religious words and with creativity makes them take on renewed spiritual significance. Adult/152pp./PB

Broken Tablets: Restoring the Ten Commandments and Ourselves Edited by Rachel Mikva Ten spiritual leaders share profound and personal thoughts regarding the power of the ten commandments to shape our lives. Adult/160pp./PB

Entering the Temple of Dreams: Jewish Prayers, Movements and Meditations for the End of the Day By Tamar Frankiel & Judy Greenfeld Revitalize and heal your mind, body and soul as you prepare for sleep. Adult/184pp./PB

The Essential Kabbalah: The Heart of Jewish Mysticism By Daniel C. Matt An accurate and precise review of the primary texts of Jewish mysticism. Adult/221pp./PB

Eyes Remade for Wonder By Lawrence Kushner This anthology contains samples from Rabbi Kushner’s previous books as well as a generous amount of new material. Adult/240pp./PB

The Extraordinary Nature of Ordinary Things By Steven Z. Leder Through vignettes at turns funny and poignant, Rabbi Leder points out those easily overlooked connections between everyday experiences and the teachings of Judaism. Adult/240pp./PB

God Was in This Place and I, i Did Not Know By Rabbi Lawrence Kushner Jacob’s dream opens a window into Jewish spirituality. Adult/192pp./PB

God Whispers: Stories of the Soul, Lessons of the Heart By Karyn D. Kedar Poignant stories of ordinary people teach us that the joy and pain in our lives have meaning and purpose. Adult/176pp./PB

The Handbook of Jewish Meditation Practices: A Guide for Enriching the Sabbath and Other Days of Your Life

The Business Bible: 10 New Commandments for Bringing Spirituality & Ethical Values into the Workplace

By Rabbi David A. Cooper Easy to learn meditation techniques and exercises for use on Shabbat and everyday. Adult/192pp./PB

By Rabbi Wayne Dosick Spiritual techniques to transform our work and our working environment into places of accomplishment, integrity and decency. Adult/224pp./PB

Happiness is a Serious Problem: A Human Nature Repair Manual

The Busy Soul: Ten-Minute Spiritual Workouts Drawn from JewishTraditon By Rabbi Terry Bookman A unique, accessible and thoughtprovoking program to awaken your soul using only ten minutes a day. Includes prayers, blessings and meditations for each day. Adult/256pp./PB

Discovering Jewish Meditation: A Beginner's Guide to an Ancient Spiritual Practice By Nan Fink Gefen This book helps readers of any level of understanding learn the ancient practice of Jewish meditation on their own. Adult/160pp./PB

By Dennis Prager Demonstrates that when happiness is treated with the seriousness we show other aspects of life, it becomes immediately tangible and achievable. Adult/192pp./PB

Healing of Soul, Healing of Body By Rabbi Simkha Y. Weintraub Ten Psalms, introduced by noted Rabbis, form the core of this healing resource. Adult/128pp./PB

Honey from the Rock By Rabbi Lawrence Kushner An introduction to Jewish mysticism. Adult/152pp./PB

Invisible Lines of Connection: Sacred Stories of the Ordinary

By Rabbi Lawrence Kushner A collection of stories drawn from life experiences. Adult/168pp./PB

The Jew in the Lotus By Rodger Kamenetz A poet’s rediscovery of his Jewish identity while in a delegation of Jews meeting with the Dalai Lama. Adult/304pp./PB

The Jewish Lights Spirituality Handbook: A Guide to Understanding, Exploring & Living a Spiritual Life Edited by Stuart M. Matlins Rich, creative material from over 50 spiritual leaders on every aspect of today's Jewish spirituality. Adult/304pp./PB

Jewish Meditation: A Practical Guide By Aryeh Kaplan A wonderful introduction to Jewish meditational practices. Adult/166pp./PB

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Miraculous Living: A Guided Journey Through the Ten Gates of the Tree of Life By Rabbi Shoni Labowitz Using Kabbalistic wisdom to obtain a deeper connection to our spiritual selves. Adult/336pp./PB

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Sacred Intentions: Daily Inspiration to Strengthen the Spirit,Based on Jewish Wisdom By Rabbi Kerry M. Olitzky & Rabbi Lori Forman A companion of comfort, and hope grounded in the traditional wisdom and strength of Judaism. Includes contributions from over 40 respected and inspiring Jewish spiritual leaders. Adult/300pp./PB

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Small Miracles: Extraordinary Coincidences from Everyday Life

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Meditation from the Heart of Judaism Edited by Avram Davis More than 18 masters of meditation explain why and how they meditate. Adult/224pp./PB

Minding the Temple of the Soul By Tamar Frankiel & Judy Greenfeld Balancing body, mind and spirit through traditional Jewish prayer, movement and meditation. Adult/168pp./PB

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And to Think that We Thought that We'd Never be Friends

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Peace Week in Miss Fox’s Class By Eileen Spinelli Illustrated by Anne Kennedy When children don’t get along, maybe a week of peace needs to be the order of the day! © 2009 – Age 5-9/32pp./HC

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Because Brian Hugged His Mother

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We Can Get Along: A Child’s Book of Choices

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Written and illustrated by DyAnne DiSalvo-Ryan Willie and his nephew volunteer for a day’s work at the local soup kitchen. Age 5-9/32pp./PB

Nothing but the Truth

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By David Rice Illustrated by K. Dyble Thompson Brian sets in motion a series of unselfish acts when he gives his mother a great big hug. Age 4+/32pp./PB

Uncle Willie and the Soup Kitchen

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Rina’s Rainy Day: A Gam Zu L’Tova Story By Chani Altein Illustrated by Jerry Blackman A wonderful message, delivered in charming rhymes. Unfortunately, the illustrations are dreadful. Still, I love the story. © 2008 – Age 3-9/36pp./HC

Tales Of Tikkun: New Jewish Stories to Heal the Wounded World By Phyllis O. Berman & Arthur O. Waskow A collection of interpretive stories that address important global issues. Adult/156pp./PB

A Tree Full of Mitzvos By Dina Rosenfeld Illustrated by Yoel Kenny



TZA’AR BA’ALEI CHAYIM/KINDNESS TO ANIMALS Sammy Spider’s First Day of School By Sylvia A. Rouss Illustrated by Katherine Janus Kahn Sammy goes to Kindergarten and this story deals with “Kindness to Animals” – even spiders. © 2009 – Age 3-8/32pp./HC

Raise a Rabbit, Grow a Goose: A Mimmy and Simmy Story By Yaffa Ganz Illustrated by Harvey Klineman A great story to share with children who are angling for a pet. Very simple language and clear, line drawings that are well done and expressive. Two best friends, determined to have a pet, figure out what kinds of pets to get within the boundaries set by their families. When neither of their choices work out, they come up with great solutions for figuring out what to do with the lovely animals and their "families." © 2008 – Age 6-9/36 pp./HC

VALUES EDUCATION The Book of Jewish Values: A Day-By-Day Guide to Ethical Living By Rabbi Joseph Telushkin A book of ancient and modern advice on how to live an ethical life in a morally ambiguous world. A collection of brief passages combed from Jewish sacred writings with commentaries and stories.

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Growing Good Kids: 28 Activities to Enhance Self-Awareness, Compassion and Leadership By Deb Delisle & Jim Delisle Illustrated by Ken Vinton Creative and fun activities build third through eighth grade students' skills in problem solving, decision making, cooperatvie learning, and communication while promoting character development. Adult/168pp./PB

By Naomi Hyman A collection of translation and midrashim from some of today's most influential women thinkers. Adult/240pp./PB

Biblical Women Unbound: New Counter-Tales By Norma Rosen New midrash about the women of the Bible. Adult/224pp./HC

Blessed is the Daughter Too Old For This, Too Young For That! Your Survival Guide for the Middle School Years By Harriet S. Mosatche & Karen Unger A comprehensive, interactive, friendly and fun book that tells "tweens" what they need to know to survive and thrive during middle school. Age 10-14/200pp./PB

The Values Book: Teaching 16 Basic Values to Young Children By Pam Schiller & Tamera Bryant Here are activities, discussion ideas and more that adults can use to help children practice character building qualities. Adult/168pp./PB

What Do You Stand For? For Teens – A Kid’s Guide to Building Character By Barbara A. Lewis Empowers children and teens to identify and build the character traits that are most important to them. Age 10+/234pp./PB

What Do You Think? A Kid’s Guide to Dealing with Daily Dilemmas By Linda Schwartz Illustrated by Beverly Armstrong Helps kids develop skills to resolve conflicts. Age 10-14/184pp./PB

What Teens Need To Succeed: Proven Practical Ways to Shape Your Own Future By Peter L. Benson, Judy Galbraith & Pamela Espeland This book describes 40 developmental assets all teens need to succeed in life, then gives them hundreds of ideas for building those assets. Age 11+/368pp./PB

What Would You Do? A Kid’s Guide to Tricky Situations By Linda Schwartz Illustrated by Beverly Armstrong Helps parents prepare kids for life’s daily difficult situations. Age 8-12/184pp./PB

WOMEN’S STUDIES Beginning Anew: A Woman’s Companion to the High Holidays By Gail Twersky Reimer & Judith A. Kates An anthology of women’s spiritual writings. Adult/364pp./PB

Edited by Carolyn Hessel The inspiring story of Jewish women in all lands, from biblical times to the present. Age 12+/150pp./HC

A Book of Jewish Women’s Tales By Barbara Rush 75 stories of strong and clever women. Adult/310pp./HC

Bringing Home the Light: A Jewish Woman's Handbook of Rituals By E. M. Bronner Both holiday and life cycle rituals are outlined in this unique handbook that offers women alternatives to the traditions. Adult/226pp./HC

Cries of the Spirit: A Celebration of Women's Spirituality By Marilyn Sewell A sourcebook of poetry and prose in praise of life and all that it entails. Adult/336pp./PB

The Defiant Muse: Hebrew Feminist Poetry from Antiquity to the Present By Shirley Kaufman, Galit Hasan-Rokem & Tamar Hess This bilingual anthology of 120 works by more than 50 poets is a wonderful resource. Adult/278pp./PB

Engendering Judaism: @ An Inclusive Theology & Ethic By Rachel Adler Winner of the National Jewish Book Award. Studies how women's full participation can transform Jewish law, prayer, sexuality and marriage. Adult/272pp./PB

The Feminine Face of God: The Unfolding of the Sacred in Women By Sherry Ruth Anderson & Patricia Hopkins A rediscovery of women’s unique spiritual heritage. Adult/254pp./PB

The Five Books of Miriam: A Women’s Commentary on the Torah By Ellen Frankel Commentary on each Torah portion from a woman’s perspective. Adult/354pp./PB

Four Centuries of Jewish Women's Spirituality: A Sourcebook

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God, Sex and Women of the Bible: Discovering our Sensual, Spiritual Selves By Shoni Labowitz The stories of 8 biblical women are reinterpreted to help women reclaim their sexuality. Adult/320pp./PB

Rosh Hodesh Guide By Carol Diament, Ph.D A hands-on idea book for creating and enriching Rosh Hodesh groups. Adult/240pp./PB

On Women and Judaism: A View from Tradition By Blu Greenberg An Orthodox Jew and outspoken feminist offers a guide to integrating both worlds. Adult/178pp./PB

Great Jewish Women By Elinor Slater & Robert Slater Biographies of over 100 Jewish women. Age 13+/354pp./HC

Her Face in the Mirror: Jewish Women on Mothers & Daughters By Faye Moskowitz Prose and poetry about the motherdaughter relationship. Adult/336pp./PB

In The Image Of God: A Feminist Commentary on the Torah Edited by Judith S. Antonelli Examines in detail every woman and every issue dealing with women in the weekly Torah portions. Adult/608pp./PB

The Jewish Woman's Book Of Wisdom Edited by Ellen Jaffe-Gill A provocative and insightful volume of thoughts from prominent Jewish women. Adult/224pp./HC

The Journey Continues: The Ma’yan Passover Haggadah By Ma’yan: The Jewish Women’s Project This haggadah highlights the roles of Jewish women in the Exodus story. Adult/56pp./PB

Lifecycles: Jewish Women on Life Passages and Personal Milestones

The Red Tent By Anita Diamant With deeply affecting, rich storytelling, this modern midrash of the life of Dinah takes us into the ancient world of biblical women. This is a story you will not forget. Adult/322pp./PB

A Return to Modesty: Discovering the Lost Virtue By Wendy Shalit A fascinating intellectual exploration and a deeply personal chronicle, the author argues for the revival of a code of modesty to guide the behavior of men and women. Adult/304pp./PB

Small Miracles for Women: Extraordinary Coincidences of Heart and Spirit By Yitta Halberstam & Judith Leventhal A collection of sixty stories written to touch the hearts of women of all generations. Adult/272pp./PB

A Spiritual Life: A Jewish Feminist Journey By Merle Feld With poetry and prose, this profound and moving book describes one woman's - and everywoman's spiritual coming-of-age. Adult/224pp./PB

Standing Again at Sinai: Judaism from a Feminist Perspective

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By Judith Plaskow The classic reevaluation of women’s role in Judaism. Adult/282pp./PB

Lifecycles 2: Jewish Women on Biblical & Contemporary Life Themes

The Story of Ruth: Twelve Moments in Every Woman's Life

By Rabbi Debra Orenstein & Rabbi Jane Litman An exploration of the life themes found in the Torah and in women’s lives. Adult/360pp./PB

By Joan D. Chittister & John August Swanson The authors explore the Book of Ruth as a model for contemporary women seeking a fully spiritual life. Adult/96pp./PB

Listen to Her Voice: Women of the Hebrew Bible

The Storyteller’s Companion to the Bible: Old Testament Women

By Miki Raver The lives of 18 biblical women are paired with meditations on their meaning for modern women. Age13+/176pp/PB

By Michael E. Williams Stories to tell about the Bible’s women. Adult/208pp./HC

Miriam's Daughters: Jewish Latin American Women Poets

Taboo or Not Taboo: Sexuality & Family in the Hebrew Bible

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By Ilona N. Rashkow This volume explores the positive and negative aspects of family life in ancient Israel as portrayed in the Hebrew Bible. Adult/224pp./PB

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The Tribe of Dina: A Jewish Women’s Anthology By Melanie Kaye Kantrowitz & Irene Klepfisz Essays, stories and poems. Adult/3600p.pp./PB

Voices of the Matriarchs By Chava Weissler A collection and study of women’s prayers, tkhines, from the 17th through the 19th century. Adult/272pp./PB

Which Lilith? Feminist Writers Re-Create the World's First Woman By Enid Dame, Lilly Rivkin

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Women in the Hebrew Bible: A Reader Edited by Alice Bach A collection of essays written by biblical studies and literary theory scholars. The first one-volume overview covering the interpretation of women's place in the Hebrew Bible. Adult/500pp./PB

Women of Valor By Sheila Segal The stories of 8 women who have made unique contributions to Jewish life. Age 12+/144pp./HC

Women Who Would be Rabbis: A History of Women’s Ordination 1889-1985 By Pamela S. Nadell Traces the changing role of women in Judaism and the struggle for women’s ordination. Adult/384pp./PB

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READING PROGRAM TITLES IN THE FORWORDS CATALOG STAR 2000: Sitting Together & Reading – A Family Bedtime Reading Program Info: Tamar Raff, [email protected] Angel’s Mistake, 11 Bone Button Borscht, 11 Borrowed Hanukkah Latkes, 15 Boy Who Stuck Out His Tongue, 11 Gift, The, 32 God Said Amen, 34 God’s Quiet Things, 13 Grandad's Prayers of the Earth, 28 Hebrew Letters Tell Their Story, 14

Henry and Amy, 32 Henry's Song, 32 I Wish I Were a Butterfly, 32 In God’s Name, 13 Matzo Ball Soup, 20 Noah's Trees, 5 Shabbos Is Coming! Were Lost In The Zoo, 20 Ten Friends, 20

Too Many Cooks, 18 Two Brothers, 12 When I Fell In My Kiddush Cup, 20 When Zayde Danced on Eldridge Street, 21 Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge, 28 Yellow Star, The, 24 You Never Know, 12

Sulam Salon: Family Book Talk for Teens Pearlstone Coalition for Jewish Family Education  Info: Marci Wiseman, 410-578-6955 Alan and Naomi, 21 Always Prayer Shawl, 28 Broken Bridge, 25 Circlemaker,The, 8 Cross by Day, Mezuzzah by Night, 8 Dear Hope... Love, Grandma, 14 Devil's Arithmetic, 22 Drummers of Jericho, 2 Exiles of Crocodile Island, 8 Garden, The, 25 Gideon’s People, 8

God's Paintbrush, 13 Greater Than Angels, 22 Hank Greenberg, 6 Letters from Rifka, 9 Make a Wish, Molly, 17 Masada: The Last Fortress, 8 Netanyahu, Yoni, 6 Next Year in Jerusalem, 25 Number the Stars, 23 One More River, 25 Our Golda, 6 Place Not Home, 8

Plots and Players, 8 Return, The, 10 Sabbath Lion, The, 20 Secret Grove, The, 25 Skin Deep, 2 Star of Luis, 10 Hannah Szenes, 6 Tenth of Av, 8 Violin Players, The, 2 While Standing on One Foot, 12 Zack, 11 Zlateh the Goat, 12

The Parent Connection: A Jewish Reading Program for Parents & Children Bureau of Jewish Education, Newton, MA  Info: 617-965-7350 Bible Heroes I Can Be, 2 Carp in the Bathtub, 11 Fall of Freddie the Leaf, 20 Fins and Scales, 18 God's Paintbrush, 8 Hanukkah!, 10 Hanukkiyah For Dina, 10 Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins, 11 Holiday for Noah, 13 House on the Roof, 14 How the Rosh Hashanah Challah Became Round, 13 I’m Growing, 18

It Could Always Be Worse, 7 Jewish Child’s First Book of Why, 18 Joshua's Dream, 17 Keeping Quilt, 19 Kingdom of Singing Birds, 7 Lily Cupboard, The, 15 Matzah Ball, 11 Mrs. Katz and Tush, 6 Mrs. Moskowitz and the Sabbath Candlesticks, 13 My Special Friend, 13 Noah’s Ark, 3

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One Night, One Hanukkah Night, 11 Only Nine Chairs, 12 Passover Parrot, 12 Sammy Spider's First Hanukkah, 11 Sofer, 2 Something from Nothing, 8 Tamar's Sukkah, 14 Ten Plagues of Egypt, 3 Treasure, The, 8 Tree Full of Mitzvos, 24 Watch the Stars Come Out, 6 Why Noah Chose the Dove, 4

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A A Grandma Like Yours/ A Grandpa Like Yours · 21 A History of the Jewish Experience · 11 A is for Abraham · 20 About the B’nai Bagels · 7 Abraham’s Search for God · 4 Abraham-Podietz, Eva · 18 Abrams, Douglas Carlton · 10 Abrams, Judith Z. · 16 Abrams, Judith Z. · 5, 14, 15 Abrams, Judith Z. · 28 Acona, George · 15 Across the Alley · 6 Adler, David A. · 5, 12, 15, 16, 18 Adler, Rachel · 27 Adventures of Hershel of Ostropol, The · 8 After the War · 16 Agassi, Martine · 24 Agnon, S.Y. · 10 Agnon’s Alef Bet · 10 Agosin, Marjorie · 24, 27 Aitken, Lindsay · 6 Alan and Naomi · 16 Alef-Bet Yoga for Kids · 3 Alef-bet: A Hebrew Alphabet Book · 10 Aleph isn't Enough, Book 2 · 10 Aleph isn't Tough, Book 1 · 10 Alice and Greta · 26 Alicia: My Story · 5 Aliki · 22 Alko, Selina · 23 All About Hanukkah · 11 All About Passover · 13 All About Rosh Hashanah · 14 All About Sukkot · 15 All About Yom Kippur · 14 All God’s Critters · 9 All New Jewish Quiz Book, The · 3

As a Driven Leaf · 6 As Big As an Egg · 26 As Good As Anybody · 11 Asch, Frank · 24 Ashton, Dianne · 27 Astaire, Libi · 6 August, Louise · 9 Aunt Chip and the Great Triple Creek Dam Affair · 24 Avi · 26 Avishai, Susan · 22 Ayer, Eleanor · 18

Allegra Maud Goldman · 7 All-Of-A-Kind Family · 7 Allon, Jeffrey · 9, 11 Alper, Robert A. · 25 Alpern, Eliyahu · 12 Alperson, Myra · 24 Altein, Chani · 26 Altman, Linda Jacobs · 6 Always Prayer Shawl, The · 21 Amery, Heather · 4, 10 Amichai, Yehuda · 24 And Tango Makes Three ·9 And to Think that We Thought that We'd Never be Friends · 26 Andersen, Bethanne · 3, 5 Anderson, Sherry Ruth · 27 Andreasen, Dan · 7 Anne Frank · 5 Anne Frank Case, The: Simon Wiesenthal’s Search for the Truth · 17 Anne Frank, Beyond the Diary · 5 Anne Frank: Life in Hiding · 5 Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl · 5 Annie’s Shabbat · 14 Another Desert · 24 Anthony, Joseph · 16, 24 Anton, Maggie · 6 Antonelli, Judith S. · 27 Appelman, Harlene Winnick · 16 Appelmando’s Dreams · 24 Appelt, Kathi · 10 Apple Pie Tree, The · 14 Appleman-Jurman, Alicia · 5 Apprentice’s Masterpiece, The · 6 Araten, Harry · 9, 20 Arbo, Cris · 16, 24 Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret · 7 Armstrong, Beverly · 27 Armstrong, Jennifer · 18 Armstrong, Karen · 6, 19 Arno · 23 Aroner, Miriam · 9 Around the Shabbos Table · 14 Art of Blessing the Day, The · 24 Art of Torah Cantillation, The · 20 Artson, Bradley Shavit · 20

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