Book Reviews

The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes An enjoyable children's book that delivers an important message: you don't have to be perfect to be loved. Transformation
Talia and the Rude Vegetables A delightful children's story about a sharp little girl who helps her grandmother prepare for welcoming in the Jewish New Year. You
One City, Two Brothers A deeply spiritual children's book about King Solomon and his fable about two generous brothers. Peace
Stripes and Spots An enchanting children's tale about a little striped tiger and a little spotted leopard who share an adventure together in the jungle. Play
Say Something, Perico A snappy children's story about the bond between a parrot and a little boy who are both bilingual. Love
Motherbridge of Love An award-winning children's book that celebrates the bonds between a little Chinese girl, her birth mother, and her adoptive mother. Love
Moody Cow Learns Compassion An outstanding children's book about some cows, a snake, and some crickets who benefit from the practice of compassion. Compassion
Lukas A creative children's book that makes a good case for encouraging children's imagination. Imagination
Lights Out Shabbat A children's story that beautifully conveys the bounties of Shabbat as experienced by a young boy and his loving and devout grandparents. Devotion
Hannah's Way A touching children's book about hospitality and empathy revolving around a Jewish girl's dilemma and her worry about being an outsider. Hospitality
Catty Jane Who Hated Rain A clever children's book about changing negative thoughts to positive ones. Play
Mouse and the Moon An uplifting children's book about a little mouse who learns the value of sharing and the joys of making new friends. Love
Reuben and the Fire A delightful children's book providing a glimpse into the Amish community through the adventures of a curious little boy. Love
Jeremy's Dreidel A children's picture book about how bringing joy to others is a real treat as both a private or communal activity. Joy
The Mitzvah Magician A snappy children's book about a little Jewish boy who wants to do magic and discovers the joys of repairing the world and making things better. Kindness
Sammy Spider's New Friend A spiffy children's story illustrating the vitality of the Jewish practice of hospitality. Hospitality
Prayers for Children A sparkling and inspiring collection of 200 prayers for children. Devotion
It's a ... It's a ... It's a Mitzvah A playful book introducing kids to the abundant pleasures of being kind, doing good, and repairing the world. Kindness
Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns An awe-inspiring children's book about beauty in Islam and colors pervading the everyday life of a young Muslim girl. Beauty
Silence A wonderful children's book about stillness and the chance to be truly present. Silence