For countless generations, Jewish families around the world have gathered around the Seder table with family and friends to celebrate the first two nights of Passover. Disappointingly, the ramifications of the COVID-19 virus this spring will prevent many families from following … [Read more...]
Q & A with Aylesworth & McClintock- Part 2
For the second day in a row, I have the pleasure of participating in the 2015 Sidney Taylor Book Award blog tour. Click here to see yesterday's blog This year's Gold Medal winners are Jim Aylesworth and Barbara McClintock, author and illustrator of My Grandfather’s Coat, Loic … [Read more...]
Q & A with Aylesworth & McClintock- Part 1
Today, I have the pleasure of participating in the Sidney Taylor Book Award blog tour for the 2015 winners. The Sydney Taylor Book Award honors new books for children and teens that exemplify the highest literary standards while authentically portraying the Jewish experience. … [Read more...]
New Activity Book for Passover- Frogs in the Bed
Jewish children are usually taught songs for the Jewish Sabbath, holidays, and festivals. Shirley Cohen Steinberg’s song, One Morning (The Frog Song), is a notable preschool Passover song. Using this song as a focal point, author and illustrator Ann D Koffsky created a short … [Read more...]
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