Passover begins tonight at sunset, kicking off eight days of observance that celebrate freedom, family, and gratitude. Amid Seders that remember the Exodus, celebrate the Jewish identity, and enjoy traditional foods like matzah and kugel, Passover is also a time to empathize with those under oppression and commit to working towards universal freedom. Chag Pesach … Continue reading Happy First Night of Passover!
Hello friends, and happy first night of Hanukkah! In honor of the occasion, our book today is the special 25th Anniversary edition of Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins, written by Eric Kimmel and illustrated by Trina Schart Hyman. Traveling through the frigid snow on the first night of Hanukkah, Hershel of Ostropol is surprised to … Continue reading Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins (Eric Kimmel)
Hello, friends! It’s the second day of our holiday countdown, and also the last night of Hanukkah! To celebrate, we’re reading Dear Santa, Love Rachel Rosenstein, written by Amanda Peet and Andrea Troyer and illustrated by Christine Davenier. Nobody loves Christmas more than Rachel. The twinkling lights, the beautiful decorations, and especially Santa - Rachel … Continue reading Dear Santa, Love Rachel Rosenstein (Amanda Peet & Andrea Troyer)
Happy Holidays Week, Day 4: Hello, friends! Today's book is Simon And The Bear, written by Eric A. Kimmel and illustrated by Matthew Trueman, a Hanukkah story about faith and hope. Simon is just a boy, but he must leave home. He is immigrating to America to find work and send for his mother and … Continue reading Simon And The Bear (Eric A. Kimmel)
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