In Laurie Wallmark’s new picture book RIVKA’S PRESENTS (Random House Studio, 2023) illustrated by Adelina Lirius, a young Jewish girl named Rivka living with her family on the Lower East Side is eager to start school. But when her father…
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Interview with Rebecca Klempner, author of HOW TO WELCOME AN ALIEN
Welcome back, Rebecca Klempner! In Rebecca’s upcoming picture book HOW TO WELCOME AN ALIEN (Kalaniot, 2023) illustrated by Shirley Waisman, a young girl named Dina Abraham and her family are shocked when an alien spaceship crash lands on their lawn.…
Jewish Book Carnival – June 2023
The Jewish Book Carnival, a monthly roundup of Jewish literary links from across the blogosphere, has been posted for June 2023. Our host this month is The Rachack Review. You can see the carnival at https://rachack.blogspot.com/2023/06/june-2023-jewish-book-carnival.html.
Interview with Sarah Sassoon, author of SHOHAM’S BANGLE
It’s a delight to welcome Sarah Sassoon, author of SHOHAM’S BANGLE (Kar-Ben, 2022) illustrated by Noa Kelner. SHOHAM’S BANGLE is the story of an Iraqi family who leaves their home for a new life, told through the eyes of a young…
Interview with Chris Baron, author of THE GRAY
In Chris Baron’s newest middle-grade novel, THE GRAY (Feiwel & Friends/Macmillan, 2023) Sasha is struggling with anxiety which he calls “the gray.” When his parents suggest he spend time with his aunt in the country, Sasha has the opportunity to…
Interview with Laurel Synder, author of THE WITCH OF WOODLAND
It’s a treat to welcome back Laurel Snyder to celebrate her newest novel, THE WITCH OF WOODLAND (Walden Pond Press, 2023) out May 16th, 2023. The main character, Zippy, is a witch. But she is also a tween struggling with…
Interview with Deborah Blumenthal, author of IRIS APFEL: A LITTLE GOLDEN BOOK BIOGRAPHY
In her new picture book biography from the Little Golden Books series titled IRIS APFEL: A LITTLE GOLDEN BOOK BIOGRAPHY (Golden Books, 2023) illustrated by Ellen Surrey, Deborah Blumenthal introduces readers to Iris Apfel, a beloved fashion icon, designer, and…
Interview with Martin Lemelman, author/illustrator of THE MIRACLE SEED and Book Giveaway!
Martin Lemelman’s graphic novel for young readers, THE MIRACLE SEED (Eerdmans Books for Young Readers, 2023), tells the remarkable true story of modern scientists rediscovering an ancient Judean date palm seed. In a perfect melding of history and science, the…
Interview with Tziporah Cohen, author of AFIKOMEN
In Tziporah Cohen’s wordless picture book AFIKOMEN (Groundwood Books, 2023), readers will experience the history of Passover with detailed illustrations by Yaara Eshet. Wordless picture books are a fascinating art form that requires a clear story arc without text. AFIKOMEN…
Jewish Book Carnival – March 2023
Welcome to the March 2023 Jewish Book Carnival. I hope you have a chance to check out these interesting links. Thanks for visiting Jewish Books for Kids…and More! The Jewish Book Carnival is a monthly roundup of Jewish literary links…