Jewish Changemakers
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In this illustrated nonfiction book, readers will meet Jewish changemakers—past and present—who have made a lasting impact on the world.
Zevi Takes the Spotlight
In this high-interest accessible novel for middle-grade readers, thirteen-year-old Zevi uses his psychic abilities to save a famous actor’s life on a movie set.
Schlepping Across the Nile
This collection adds a comic and often poignant twist to the story of the nearly 1 million strong Jews who lived in Arab lands before WW2. But Zevy, the son of an Ashkenazi father and Sephardic mother adds some shtick to his recollections. His Ashkenazi side is the wry, bemused spectator of the antics and entanglements of his other half.
The Book of Elsie
In this high-interest accessible novel for middle-grade readers, Elsie comes up with a plan to save her local synagogue.
What World is Left
In this novel for teen readers, a Dutch Jewish teenager is sent to a "model" concentration camp with her family.
Sorry For Your Loss
In this novel for middle readers, twelve-year-old Evie befriends a boy who is grieving the loss of both his parents.
Beep Beep Bubbie
A story about the relationship between a grandmother and her grandchildren when she gets a motorized scooter.
The Vegetable Museum
In this middle-grade novel, thirteen-year-old Chloë learns about her family’s history while helping her grandfather in his garden.
Passover Family Read-Along
A photographic board book that focuses on family coming together to celebrate the Jewish festival of Passover.
The Most Dangerous Thing
In this novel for teens, Sydney grapples with depression, social anxiety and her growing desire for a physical relationship with her boyfriend.
Subject to Change
In this novel for teens, fifteen-year-old Declan struggles to make sense of his older brother's delinquency, his father's sexuality and his feelings for a girl who is way out of his league.
A Sack Full of Feathers Read-Along
In this retelling of a Jewish folktale, Yankel does not realize the harm done by the stories he spreads—at least not until the rabbi teaches him an important (albeit gentle) lesson.
Can Hens Give Milk? Read-Along
On a small farm in Chelm, a man and his daughter set out to find a way to get milk from their hens, and the results are not only funny, they're wacky.
Clever Rachel Read-Along
In this retelling of a Jewish folktale, Rachel and Jacob must work together to solve the trickiest riddles of all.
Kishka for Koppel Read-Along
A magic meat grinder helps a poor Jewish couple learn a little gratitude after the three wishes it grants them go awry.
Room Enough for Daisy Read-Along
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Daisy thinks her room is too small to fit all the birthday presents she plans to receive, but she realizes she already has everything she needs to be happy and donates many of her belongings to a Mitzvah Day rummage sale.
Passover
Enlivened by personal stories, Passover illuminates and celebrates how ancient Jewish traditions are kept alive in the modern world in this work of nonfiction for middle readers.
Bagels on Board!
In this early chapter book, the third in a series about an adopted puppy named Bagels, the Bernsteins hop aboard a cruise and find themselves in the midst of a detective caper.
44 Hours or Strike!
During the Toronto Dressmakers’ Strike of 1931, young Jewish sisters Sophie and Rose must stand together in their fight for better working conditions, decent wages, and for their union – the ILGWU. Faced with unexpected – and sometimes violent – barriers, they quickly find that a strike is more than just a march.
A Sack Full of Feathers
In this retelling of a Jewish folktale, Yankel does not realize the harm done by the stories he spreads—at least not until the rabbi teaches him an important (albeit gentle) lesson.
Jesse's Star
When Jesse finds a Star of David in the attic he is transported back in time to Russia and finds himself becoming the stars first owner, his great-great grandfather Yossi.
