Reviews
Jewish Mindfulness for Kids
“The exercises are creative and beautifully exemplify the Jewish concept of Yishuv Ha Da’at—more than mindfulness, creating a connection and harmony to calm oneself. Carrossine’s illustrations bring these exercises to life.”—Association of Jewish Libraries View →
A Feather, a Pebble, a Shell
“Captures the beauty and diversity of Israel. Librarians and teachers will want to include this book in units about Israel and nature and may take inspiration for a local nature walk.”—Association of Jewish Libraries View →
Millie's Marvellous Hat
“Kitamura matches his quiet story of imagination and empowerment with soft watercolor illustrations that teem with fascinating urban detail. Decked out in a bright-yellow slicker and boots, Millie’s small cheery figure easily stands out amid crowded streets and parks, but… View →
“This soothing, rhythmic lullaby from a prolific Israeli author celebrates the beauty, harmony and joy in the natural world as it welcomes a new baby. . . The unassuming and calming melodious text, fluidly translated by Shubow, will certainly encourage serenity and comfort at the View →
Totally Uncool
“. . .intriguing illustrations carry readers along. . .” —Kirkus Reviews, Pointer View →
I Am an Artist
“A gentle, attractive nudge to the creative process. . .” —Kirkus Reviews View →
Tizzy the Dizzy Dreidel
“This is a sweet, clever story with a meaningful conclusion: When winter’s chill has filled the air/and dreidels start their dance/ why not pick a dizzy one/who only wants a chance?”―Hadassah Magazine View →
Shoham's Bangle
“The beautifully told story, with colorful illustrations from Israeli artist Noa Kelner, depicts important aspects of the Middle Eastern Jewish experience.”―Hadassah Magazine View →
Professor Buber and His Cats
“A wonderful early childhood introduction to one of the great Jewish thinkers and philosophers.”—Sydney Taylor Shmooze View →
The Rabbi and His Donkey
“This thought-provoking tale will be especially welcome as an introduction to Maimonides. A reminder that wisdom comes in different forms and from different sources.”―Kirkus Reviews View →
Coriander the Contrary Hen
“A hardheaded hen plumps down in the middle of the road and brings traffic to a screeching halt in this rhythmic rural ruckus. . . Chaconas’ text is paired to hilarious views of a small hen with a big red comb and an even bigger attitude.”… View →
“It’s hard – no, it’s impossible – to resist the winning photographs of preschoolers that are at the heart of this little book.” —Jewish Book World View →
Peanut Butter and Jellyfishes: A Very Silly Alphabet Book
“Billing itself as ‘very silly’ isn’t an exaggeration for this zany alphabet book as it pairs letters with offbeat combinations like Elvis with evergreens and newts with necklaces. Written in a rhythmic rhyme that conjures the verse of Edward Lear, this text… View →
We'll Race You, Henry: A Story about Henry Ford
“Black-and-white illustrations complement and enhance the text. . .” —School Library Journal View →
Will and Squill
“The tongue-twisting text further animates this take on a well-worn theme.” —Kirkus View →
It's Shofar Time!
“The brief amount of text on each page and very appealing children pictured…make this just right for using with pre-schoolers, their parents, and in the classroom. Recommended for all Jewish libraries.” View →
Not So Shy
“At times comical and at times emotional…this heartwarming novel would be an asset to both public and Jewish libraries.”—Association of Jewish Libraries View →
A Jewish family sits down to eat. ―Bread and butter on my plates./ I‘m so hungry, I can‘t wait.// But Before I take a bite,/ I say some words / that feel just right.‖ The unidentified narrator (a yarmulke-topped little boy or a curly-headed little girl, both early-elementary age in… View →
Way Too Many Latkes: A Hanukkah in Chelm
“Oy! Only in Chelm could there be such a problem—and such a solution. Chelm, that beloved but very foolish village of old-time Eastern European Jewry, has a problem as the first day of Hanukkah approaches. Faigel makes the best latkes (potato pancakes fried in oil).… View →
Pirate Passover
“Press’s premise is whimsical, while round-headed, bright-eyed characters from Gulliver appear thoroughly earnest, impressing upon readers how observance and tradition persist no matter the circumstances.”―Publishers Weekly View →
Deborah's Tree
“Yolen depicts a wise and cautious woman who not only sees the future but also perceives how human agency can alter its course.”—Jewish Book Council View →
The Prince of Steel Pier
“A fun and thought-provoking read for children ages 8-13.”―Children’s Book Watch View →
The Action of Subtraction
“This book has value in the mathematic section of libraries and will find a place in classrooms with teachers who want to appeal to a variety of learning styles.” —School library Journal View →
The Button Box
“Both the modern and medieval characters are presented in emotionally charged language as unique individuals with strong personalities.” —Kirkus Reviews STARRED View →