From the opening paragraph of Aharon Appelfeld’s novel, To the Edge of Sorrow, readers enter the realm of a small group of Jewish resistance fighters in a Ukrainian forest in the latter part of World War II. Through the eyes of a teenager named Edmund, I came to appreciate the … [Read more...]
3 Jewish Picture Books by Rabbi Jamie Korngold
Picture books that include Jewish content fall into two categories- books that appeal to a general audience and books that are better suited for a Jewish audience. Rabbi Jamie Korngold’s books tend to be part of the latter group. Non Jewish Readers may not have sufficient … [Read more...]
The Whispering Town: Exceptional Holocaust Picture Book
Parents and teachers who want to introduce younger children to the Holocaust should read The Whispering Town for its positive message. Children’s author, Jennifer Elvgren and illustrator Fabio Santomauro provide a suitable text and complementary illustrations for primary … [Read more...]
Powerful Story- Odette’s Secrets
Odette’s Secrets is a rare find. Award-winning author, Maryann Macdonald, captures the spirit of a young French girl who escapes the brutality of being deported to a concentration camp by living as a Christian in rural France. Maryann’s use of simple verse enriches the tone of … [Read more...]
Two YA Books by Leanne Lieberman
Today, I am going to review two YA books written by Leanne Lieberman- Off Pointe and Lauren Yanofsky Hates the Holocaust. The YA novel, Off Pointe, successfully addresses its intended audience- readers who are interested in a quick and engaging read with limited character … [Read more...]
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