Debbie's Song
As a girl, Debbie Friedman loved to sing. Music bubbled up inside her. She continued singing as a teenager and taught herself to play the guitar, even though she couldn’t read music. Time on a kibbutz, where everyone worked and played, and sung and prayed together, inspired Debbie. Could music heal the world and bring people together? She would do what no one else had done before—create Jewish music that would welcome, include, and honor everyone. Some people laughed at her or said mean things, but her songs, weaving English and Hebrew together, touched the Jewish community and brought people together, just like she had dreamed.
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| Interest Level | Preschool - Grade 2 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 2 |
| Genre | Picture Books, Social Studies |
| Category | 5 Kinds of Nonfiction, 5KN: Narrative Nonfiction, Biography, Diverse Books: Celebrating Differences , Diverse Books: Feminism, Diversity, SEL: A Self-Awareness, SEL: B Self-Management, Social Emotional Learning |
| Copyright | 2023 |
| Publisher | Lerner Publishing Group |
| Imprint | Kar-Ben Publishing ® |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 32 |
| Publication Date | 2023-04-04 |
Author: Ellen Leventhal
Ellen Leventhal is an educator and writer in Houston, Texas. She taught in a Jewish school where Debbie Friedman’s music could be heard as she walked down the hallways. Ellen is the author of several picture books as well as short stories and poetry. To learn more about Ellen, go to www.EllenLeventhal.com
Illustrator: Natalia Grebtsova
Natalia Grebtsova draws digitally to create amazing worlds. She is inspired by her love of nature and animals. Her nickname is “Belouhaya Marmozetka,” which means “White-Eared Marmoset.” She lives in Moscow, Russia.
Awards
- Tablet Magazine's Best Jewish Children's Books of 2023
Reviews
Children's Literature Comprehensive Database (CLCD)
“[A] great way to introduce this iconic figure in Judaism to young learners, as a positive role model who strove to create community, while championing the rights of women in the Jewish community. Reviewer Rating: 5” –Children’s Literature
Kirkus Reviews
“This tale bears the same timely message as its subject’s music: Let’s all unite in a spirit of community.” ―Kirkus Reviews
Jewish Book Council
This picture biography will charm teachers, caregivers, and all who listen to Jewish music."―Jewish Book Council
Sydney Taylor Shmooze
“This book is rich in themes that will spark discussion about community-building, the power of music, determination, following your passions, creativity, inclusivity, and more. And of course, many children will be moved to listen to, sing, or play Debbie Friedman’s music after enjoying this inspirational story.”―Sydney Taylor Shmooze