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- 2023
- 2022
The enchanting picture book highlights the beauty of Shabbat by focusing on the theme of light. Through vivid illustrations and engaging storytelling, it introduces young children to the traditions and warmth of this special day, making it a delightful exploration of cultural practices and family connections.
- 2019
Wait It's Friday
- 24 pages
- 1 hour of reading
The narrative follows a young child's anticipation of Shabbat, filled with engaging activities like playing with a cat, baking challah with Daddy, painting with Nana, and visiting the grocery store. Each moment builds excitement, culminating in the joyful celebration of Shabbat, highlighting the warmth of family traditions and the significance of this special day.
- 2018
Is It Rosh Hashanah Yet?
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
When we take a Sunday car ride to the orchard that's nearby, and pick fruit for Daddy's applesauce, and more to bake a pie ... Rosh Hashanah is on its way.
- 2016
The first sights of fall arrive—pumpkins, gourds, and colorful leaves—and that means that Sukkot is almost here. Sukkot is the Jewish holiday celebrating the fall harvest and commemorating the time when the children of Israel spent forty years wandering the desert and living in temporary shelters (rebuilt as a sukkah during Sukkot). Soft illustrations and thoughtful gentle text pair for a charming invitation for children to celebrate the joyful holiday.
- 2015
From snow on the ground to making applesauce and latkes to lighting the menorah, this sweet, lyrical story shows the seasonal and traditional ways we know Hanukkah is on its way.
- 2015
It's time to clean the house, set out our best dishes, and fill our homes with food and family to celebrate the joyous holiday of Passover! In this sweet story, join one family as they gather with loved ones to share the joy of togetherness and freedom that Passover brings.
- 2015
One Fine Shabbat
- 12 pages
- 1 hour of reading
Brother and sister Seth and Sadie Fine love Shabbat. Join them as they spend Shabbat with their family having a picnic, visiting their farm animals, and enjoying the outdoors. It all adds up to a fine day.