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Cover: Shalom Bayit

Shalom Bayit

“A charming board book to inspire comforting story times or bedtimes—especially during these challenging times—Shalom Bayit: A Peaceful Home would be a favorite on home bookshelves and is highly recommended for school and public library collections.” — Kathryn Carroll,… View →

 

“[E]specially and unreservedly recommended for family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book collections.”—Midwest Book Review View →

 
Cover: Bricks

Bricks

“. . . [H]ighlights themes of fairness, hard work, just desserts, and the importance of reading the fine print. Recommended for fiction collections.”—School Library Journal View →

 
Cover: It's Challah Time!: 20th Anniversary Edition

It's Challah Time!: 20th Anniversary Edition

“The stunning photos are different from those in the original edition published in 2002, for they portray children who come from diverse backgrounds.” — Anne Dublin, retired librarian of Holy Blossom Temple; author of A Cage Without Bars (Second Story Press, 2018),… View →

 
Cover: Behind the Bookcase: Miep Gies, Anne Frank, and the Hiding Place

Behind the Bookcase: Miep Gies, Anne Frank, and the Hiding Place

“The illustration sometimes complements the text with greater nuance, often using a muted palette vis-à-vis the red of the Nazi flags. This book about Miep Gies joins those about Irena Sendler and Janusz Korczak in helping youngsters understand the acts of rescuers and their… View →

 
Cover: Does Your Dog Speak Hebrew?: A Book of Animal Sounds

Does Your Dog Speak Hebrew?: A Book of Animal Sounds

“Young preschoolers will enjoy learning animal names and sounds in multiple languages, and the reminder that, ‘A cow and parah both say, ‘Moo!’ in English…and in Hebrew too!’ adds a nice note of cross-cultural unity.” — Rebecca Fox, Children’s Librarian II,… View →

 
Cover: Beni's War

Beni's War

“Beni’s War depicts neither an idealized Israel nor a flawed country which needs to be apologized for. Instead, it faithfully paints life as lived in a country where war is never far away.” — Marjorie Gann, retired teacher; author of Five Thousand Years of Slavery,… View →

 
Cover: The Book of Secrets

The Book of Secrets

“With artful, easily understood frames and vivid colors, the author/illustrator crafts an engaging read. The stories are taken from the Mishnah, Hasidic tales, Midrash, tales of the Ba’al Shem Tov, and a story by Kafka.” — Debbie Colodny, retired librarian, Cook Memorial… View →

 
Cover: Mouse in the House

Mouse in the House

“A silly, rib-tickling comedy of errors.”—Kirkus Reviews View →

 
Cover: Too Far From Home

Too Far From Home

“The book’s focus on immi­gra­tion and fam­i­ly will be rel­e­vant to many read­ers and enlight­en­ing to oth­ers. Meskerem’s expe­ri­ences and their his­tor­i­cal con­text are impor­tant for read­ers of all back­grounds. This wor­thy sto­ry, which approach­es race, big­otry, and… View →

 

“Tailor-made for Garfield fans who aspire to create their own comics . . . an enjoyable experience.”—Booklist View →

 
Cover: The Great Bear Rescue: Saving the Gobi Bears

The Great Bear Rescue: Saving the Gobi Bears

“[A]n effective introduction to Gobi bears and the scientists working to save them.”—Booklist View →

 
Cover: Hillel Builds a House

Hillel Builds a House

“The sto­ry works well as a joy­ful read-aloud while prepar­ing for Sukkot or at any time of the year.” — Michal Hoschander Malen, Jewish Book Council View →

 
Cover: Dino-Thanksgiving

Dino-Thanksgiving

“A delightful holiday read-aloud for dinosaur devotees.”—Booklist View →

 
Cover: Cryptocurrencies and the Blockchain Revolution: Bitcoin and Beyond

Cryptocurrencies and the Blockchain Revolution: Bitcoin and Beyond

“There’s a lack of information on this topic for young readers; this useful book fills a void.”—Booklist View →

 
Cover: Like Spilled Water

Like Spilled Water

“[A] powerful tale of a brave young woman who dares to question when others simply accept.”—starred, Booklist View →

 
Cover: Shalom Bayit

Shalom Bayit

" Snuggling with Shalom Bayit can spark a discussion about animals, habitat, love, and peace." — SL, Kiss The Book View →

 
Cover: Folding Tech: Using Origami and Nature to Revolutionize Technology

Folding Tech: Using Origami and Nature to Revolutionize Technology

“Effectively showcases the contemporary brilliance that can come from ancient principles.”—Kirkus Reviews View →

 
Cover: Ace of Hearts

Ace of Hearts

“A valuable and gentle introduction to the world of homoromantic asexuality and its place in queer culture and community . . .”—Booklist View →

 
Cover: A Light in the Darkness, a Lock in the Door: Book 2

A Light in the Darkness, a Lock in the Door: Book 2

“The action and wonder never stop in this intriguing sequel.”—Kirkus Reviews View →

 
Cover: How Do You Make a Baby?

How Do You Make a Baby?

“An informational and fun treatment of what can be a difficult subject. Readers will appreciate the humor and straightforward presentation.”—School Library Journal View →

 
Cover: Mega-Dogs of New Kansas

Mega-Dogs of New Kansas

“[An] adventure to keep readers turning pages. . . . dog fans will be pleased.”—School Library Journal View →

 
Cover: Wild Style: Amazing Animal Adornments

Wild Style: Amazing Animal Adornments

“[E]mphasizes the ‘wild’ factor in both words and illustrations.”—School Library Journal View →

 
Cover: There Was a Young Rabbi: A Hanukkah Tale

There Was a Young Rabbi: A Hanukkah Tale

“A great holiday read-aloud.” — Miriam Aronin, Booklist View →