Two updated versions of Chanukah tales were published this year. Both picture books include an animal as one of the main characters. Hanukkah in Alaska focuses on a stubborn moose while Hanukkah Bear showcases an astute bear. I don't recall reading the original versions so I … [Read more...]
Two Jewish Children’s Books for Thanksgiving
A rare occurrence will happen this month. American Jews will celebrate Thanksgiving on the 2nd night of Chanukah. Some have coined this unusual event Thanksgivukkah. It has been almost 100 years since the two holidays shared a common date. The last time two Chanukah candles … [Read more...]
Q & A With Jane Kohuth, Author of Anne Frank’s Chestnut Tree
Today, I welcome Jane Kohuth to my website. Jane is the author of Ducks Go Vroom, Estie the Mensch, Duck Sock Hop, and the recently published Anne Frank’s Chestnut Tree . Jane graciously answered a list of email questions. After the Q & A, I have included a brief review of … [Read more...]
Woodson Picture Book Promotes Kindness
On a recent trip to the public library, I was looking through the new picture book selection and came across the book, Each Kindness (Nancy Paulsen Books, October 2, 2012). The cover caught my attention for two reasons. First, I noticed the award-winning author’s name, … [Read more...]
Four Picture Books for Sukkot
The Jewish festival of Sukkot begins on the fifth day after Yom Kippur. Although the holiday dates back to biblical times, few are familiar with this joyous Jewish holiday. Home celebrations include the building and decorating of a temporary structure called a sukkah. A prominent … [Read more...]
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