If someone mentions the word Passover, I immediately think of all of the special foods that are eaten during the holiday. Thus, I was immediately drawn to two picture books by Lesléa Newman- Matzo Ball Moon (Clarion, 1998) and A Sweet Passover (Abrams, 2012). In Matzo Ball … [Read more...]
Adventure- Jungle of Bones
In Jungle of Bones, Ben Mikaelsen tells a fast paced adventure story that is filled with well developed characters. The conflicts between the characters add to the story. Readers learn many facts about World War II, race car driving, and life in the jungles of Papua New Guinea … [Read more...]
Multicultural Picture Book- Benjamin of Tudela
Introducing primary aged children to history is essential. A well-designed picture book is one method worth pursuing. Anyone seeking information about medieval life should read The Travels of Benjamin of Tudela: Through Three Continents in the Twelfth Century (Douglas & … [Read more...]
5 Purim Picture Books
As a child, I grew up unaware of the Jewish holiday of Purim. I was raised by two Jewish parents who chose not to celebrate or participate in any of the customs associated with the holiday. My Jewish friends and acquaintances did not mention it either. When I was 4 years old, I … [Read more...]
Multicultural Picture Books- Snow in Jerusalem
For decades, stories about the Middle East conflict have ebbed and flowed in the news. Despite the historical significance, few primary-aged children living in other regions of the world are aware of this controversy. Most teachers and parents prefer to avoid introducing … [Read more...]
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