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Jacqueline Jules

    This author crafts engaging narratives for young readers, drawing upon her rich background as an educator and librarian. Her work, spanning poetry and prose, delves into the universal themes of friendship, family, and self-discovery. With a keen sense for rhythm and language, she creates stories that are both instructive and delightful. Her writing reflects a deep commitment to fostering a love of reading and learning in children.

    The Porridge Pot Goblin
    Light the Menorah!
    Moses and the Runaway Lamb
    My Name Is Hamburger
    What A Way to Start a New Year
    The Generous Fish
    • The Generous Fish

      • 40 pages
      • 2 hours of reading
      4.4(24)Add rating

      Reuven's literal interpretation of a biblical verse leads to an extraordinary friendship with a giant, talking fish adorned with golden scales. Their joyful days are disrupted when villagers, each with their own needs, seek the fish's riches. As the fish generously shares his gold, he begins to weaken from the strain. The story explores themes of friendship, generosity, and the consequences of selflessness, challenging Reuven to confront the villagers and protect his beloved companion.

      The Generous Fish
    • What A Way to Start a New Year

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Beginning the New Year in a new city isn’t easy, and it definitely isn’t starting out very well for Dina and her family! But when they’re welcomed by warm and generous hosts in their new community it becomes a very happy New Year for all.

      What A Way to Start a New Year
    • Told in verse, fourth grader Trudie Hamburger feels out of place in 1962 America due to her immigrant father and Jewish identity, until a new classmate and an accident help her embrace her differences.

      My Name Is Hamburger
    • The story follows a young shepherd named Moses as he faces a dilemma when a small lamb strays from its flock. Torn between pursuing the lamb or allowing it to survive alone, Moses ultimately chooses to chase after her. Unbeknownst to him, this act of compassion reveals his potential as a leader, with God observing his decision as a sign that he will one day care for the Jewish people during their exodus from Egypt.

      Moses and the Runaway Lamb
    • "In this Hanukkah manual for the contemporary Jewish family, holiday history, rituals, activities, songs, and recipes provide tools for creating meaningful family moments in the light of the menorah. The book includes brief reflections to read aloud before reciting the candle-lighting blessings on each of the eight nights of Hanukkah."--Publisher's

      Light the Menorah!
    • FREDDIE RAMOS TRACKS DOWN A DRONE

      • 96 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Mr. Vaslov is building a drone to help him take care of Starwood Park--but that's Freddie's job! And when Freddie finds out his mom has a new boyfriend, he's worried about their relationship too. How can his Zapato Power help with all this change?

      FREDDIE RAMOS TRACKS DOWN A DRONE
    • Freddie has shoes that give him super speed. It's hard to be a superhero and a regular kid at the same time, especially when your shoes give you even more power! Freddie needs an on/off switch for his super speed, so Mr. Vaslov, who created the shoes, decides to invent a remote control, but he gets more than he planned. When his young neighbor's ball goes missing, Freddie uses his new powers to find it...and Mr. Vaslov!

      Freddie Ramos Springs into Action
    • FREDDIE RAMOS GETS A SIDEKICK

      • 96 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Freddie is trying to make his first invention! But he gets frustrated when his first attempt fails. As Freddie zooms around Starwood Park to feel better, he notices holes in the doors and fence. Who is responsible for making the holes? Freddie wants to find the culprit, but when he gets injured and can't use his Zapato Power, who will look after Starwood Park?

      FREDDIE RAMOS GETS A SIDEKICK
    • FREDDIE RAMOS & THE METEORITE

      • 96 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      After Freddie and Mr. Vaslov see a meteor fall, Freddie tries to find a meteorite for Mr. Vaslov's birthday and while searching, Freddie and Amy also decide to see if the old school garden can be restored

      FREDDIE RAMOS & THE METEORITE