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The much-dissected Pew Research Center study of 2013, 2A Portrait of Jewish Americans,3 revealed that most U.S. Jews locate their Jewishness in their ancestry and culture-not in religion. Abigail Pogrebin wondered if perhaps that's because we haven't all looked at religion closely enough. Although she grew up following some holiday rituals, Pogrebin realized how little she knew about their foundational purpose and current relevance. She wanted to...
2) Hanukkah
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
640L
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English
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This book explores the history and traditions of Hanukkah, the Jewish celebration of a miracle that happened long ago.
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Jason Aronson
Pub. Date
2013.
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English
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"For those seeking to learn more about Jewish celebrations, Cantor Matt Axelrod has written Your Guide to the Jewish Holidays: From Shofar to Seder. Intended for the reader who has no prior knowledge about the Jewish holidays as well as the reader who knows the basics about the holidays but wants to understand the holidays on a deeper level, Axelrod's book takes a humorous, light-hearted look at the 11 most important Jewish holidays. Instead of simply...
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Chronicle Books
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
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"Here is a cookbook for Jews who like food and food lovers who like Jews. From nationally recognized Jewish deli and Bay Area favorite, Wise Sons, this cookbook presents over 50 recipes for salads, soups, baked goods, holiday dishes, and more from their beloved restaurants. Recipes are organized into 20 occasions that chronicle a Jewish life in food-from Shabbat and Mitzvah Moments, to J-Dating and Dinner with the Goyim In-Laws. Interspersed throughout...
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The Collective Book Studio
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
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"Food is a central part of Jewish culture, and those who don't connect with the foods of yesterday may feel as though a part of their heritage is missing. Nosh is the vegetarian cookbook for the modern Jewish kitchen, drawing inspiration from history through a 21st century lens"--
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"Hanukkah is a joyous time when families play dreidel, eat latkes, and light the menorah. It is also a time to remember the reason we celebrate--and the miracle of the small amount of oil that burned for eight nights." -- Back cover.
An illustrated presentation on the story and celebration of Hanukkah.
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Groundwood Books
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 590L
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English
Description
"In this beautiful picture book about the Jewish holiday Mimouna, Miriam can't wait to make the traditional holiday pancakes, moufleta. Miriam's neighbour Jasmine, who is Muslim, shares a sack of flour to make the delicious treat, and the new friends celebrate the holiday together. "--
12) Purim Chicken
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
590L
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English
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It's Purim and the animals on the farm are planning their celebration! They decide to sing songs, wear costumes, and put on a play about Queen Esther. It's fun until Quack the duck, the star of their show, goes missing! Cluck the hen must be brave like Queen Esther and go in search of Quack near the fox's den. But when Cluck finds Quack, the duck's feathers are ruffled from her time with the fox. She can't perform! Will Cluck have enough courage to...
13) Golden dreidel
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Charlesbridge
Pub. Date
2021.
Lexile measure
610L
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English
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"After receiving a magic dreidel at Aunt Leah's Chanukah party, Sara is catapulted into an alternate world where she must save a princess from the likes of demons, fools, and clever riddles"--Provided by publisher.
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Jewish Lights Publishing
Pub. Date
2008.
Language
English
Description
This celebration of Jewish family life is the perfect guide for families wanting to put a new Jewish spin on holidays, holy days, and even the everyday. Full of activities, games, and history, it is sure to inspire parents, children, and extended family to connect with Judaism in fun, creative ways.
With over eighty-five easy-to-do activities to re-invigorate age-old Jewish customs and make them fun for the whole family, this book is more than just...
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Charlesbridge
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 850L
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English
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Rabbi Benjamin's congregation presents him with a special holiday vest--and cooks him so much food that soon its buttons pop off. Includes glossary, notes on Jewish holidays, and recipes for special foods associated with them.
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Kar-Ben Publishing
Pub. Date
[2016]
Lexile measure
AD 610L
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English
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"Yankl and Gitele live with their large family in Chelm, Poland. As Shavuot approaches, they decide to save coins in a giant wheeled trunk so they can make blintzes. But when both of them don't add their coins to the savings, a crazy chain of events leads the Rabbi to make three commandments just for Chelm"--
20) Shabbat shalom
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Apples & Honey Press, an imprint of Behrman House Publishers
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Meet joyful babies and toddlers as they enjoy Shabbat. Introduces the greeting Shabbat Shalom!
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