Can animals tell the story better than humans? Many would respond with a nod of approval. Animal characters enrich the lives of young and old. Talented British author and illustrator, Claire Alexander, capitalizes on this fact by using animal characters to highlight important … [Read more...]
Say What You Will- Memorable YA Novel
Few authors are willing to enter the world of disabled teenagers. A lack of knowledge combined with fears of not being politically correct cause most to avoid this genre. With charm and sensitivity, Cammie McGovern demonstrates the importance of exposing YA audiences to this … [Read more...]
Sukkot Picture Books
This year, the Festival of Sukkot starts on Wednesday evening. In anticipation of this joyous Jewish holiday, I am sharing a blog that I posted last September. It focuses on Sukkot picture books. It's not too late to add one of these wonderful books to your library. The … [Read more...]
Jewish Picture Books For the High Holidays
This is just a small sampling of Jewish picture books for the High Holidays- Gershon's Monster: A Story for the Jewish New Year, New Year at the Pier: a Rosh Hashanah Story, When the Chickens Went on Strike: A Rosh Hashanah Tale, and The Hardest Word: A Yom Kippur Story. Do … [Read more...]
Picture Book Showcases Golda Meir’s Tenacity
Notable heads of state oftentimes exhibit signs of extraordinary leadership skills at a young age. In the picture book, Goldie Takes a Stand: Golda Meir’s First Crusade, Barbara Krasnser, focuses on a little known fact about Golda Meir’s youth. Golda Meir (1898-1978), Israel’s … [Read more...]
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