Usually authors write about topics that are within their comfort zone and/or area of expertise. Obviously, the learning curve is very steep when an author ventures into unfamiliar territory. The end product oftentimes may suffer as a result. This is especially true of … [Read more...]
Multicultural Picture Book- Yiddish Folksong
Some folktales and folk songs have traction. They are ripe for appearing in multiple formats. Such is the case of the well-known Yiddish folksong, Hob Ikn Mir a Mantl (I Had a Little Overcoat). Jim Aylesworth and Barbara McClintock’s latest picture book, My Grandfather’s Coat … [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...]
Multicultural Picture Book- Improving the World
Learning about the ways that different cultures view random events adds to our understanding of cultural diversity. Judaism adheres to a concept of tikkun olam or repairing the world. Everyone, according to this tradition, is responsible for doing their fair share to improve the … [Read more...]
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