Judah Touro Didn't Want to be Famous

“True tzedakah was a gift from the heart and needed no recognition.” — Marcia Berneger, San Diego Jewish World

“His is a true role model for young readers.” — Lisa Silverman, Jewish Journal

“In our world of social media and instant gratification, it was inspirational to read about a real life hero who did great deeds, but chose to avoid fame.” — Ronda Einbinder, Good Reads with Ronna

“As is sometimes the case, a long illness or serious injury can change one’s perspective about life. So it was with Judah Touro.” — Anne Dublin, retired librarian and author, Toronto, AJL Newsletter

“What I love about this biography picture book is that it’s both educational and inspiring.” — Crystal Bowman, Christian Children’s Authors

“Young Touro’s wild, black curls, the deep red coats on British sol­diers, and iden­ti­fi­able emo­tions on character’s faces work with the text in a seam­less dia­logue.” — Emily Schneider, Jewish Book Council

“His story is one of unfettered generosity.” — Adam Samuel, Journalist, Jewish Link NJ, Teaneck, NJ

“This is not only a Jewish History story that would be interesting to help educate children about but an American History story, also.” — Jill Harris

“Parents and teachers will be pleased to read a true story about a person who devoted his life and fortune to addressing observable problems (poverty, slavery, inequality, access to health care, for example)” — Erica Siskind, Oakland PL, BayViews

“In the story, he is often described as thinking about God’s plans for him, so this book would be best for a setting where religious ideas are appropriate.” — Miriam Aronin

“This title is a solid general purchase, particularly where picture book biographies are in high demand.” — Anne Hasse Krueger

“A candid introduction to a little-known figure in Jewish American history.” — Kirkus Reviews