Reviews
Kiyo Sato: From a WWII Japanese Internment Camp to a Life of Service
“Kiyo Sato’s story opens on her last night of freedom in February 1942. Ever since the Japanese Air Force bombed Pearl Harbor on December 8, 1941, Kiyo has felt shunned by her fellow college students. Now, against the urging of his wife Eleanor, President Roosevelt has… View →
Kugel for Hanukkah?
“This playful Hanukkah tale warrants praise for two things in particular: a mystery pet adopted from the animal shelter and a modern Grandma who defies ageist stereotypes with her chic haircut and sparkly scarf.” — Washington Post View →
Kugel for Hanukkah?
“Bright, cheerful illustrations pair with the sweet story.” — Washington Post on Parenting Blog View →
Barnyard Bubbe's Hanukkah
“It’s a fun read-aloud, and little ones will enjoy guessing which animal makes each of the sounds.” — Washington Post on Parenting Blog View →
A Dreidel in Time: A New Spin on an Old Tale
SAN DIEGO – Ah, the joys of time travel! San Diego author Marcia Berneger, a retired teacher, uses this device to imaginatively retell… View →
A Leaf Can Be . . .
“This book is sure to open a child’s eyes to the wonder of the natural world.” —Washington Parent View →
“Little Marcel grows up in Strasbourg, on the border between France and Germany, fascinated with the silent film star Charlie Chaplin. He, too, wants to use only his gestures and the medium of silence to make people laugh and cry. But Hitler intervenes when the boy is 16, and… View →
“. . .exuberant illustrations, the glimpse at familiar rituals and the build-up of excitement engendered by the countdown make this book an excellent choice for preschoolers. . .” —Washington Parent View →
Tizzy the Dizzy Dreidel
“This rhyming story is so much fun to read aloud that, like Tizzy, you’ll want to keep sharing it over the course of all eight days.” -Washington Parent View →
Only Nine Chairs: A Tall Tale for Passover
“Kids will love searching the pictures to discover how each family member is trying to solve the problem.” View →
Dinosaur on Hanukkah
“Youngsters will beg for this playful story again and again… What a unique way to highlight Hanukkah rituals!” View →