Jewish Heritage Month


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When his sins threaten the lives of his beloved twin children, a Jewish man finally repents of his wicked ways.
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Leelee and her dog perform mitzvahs around the house to get ready for Shabbat.
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A young girl explores the Jewish philosophy of tikkun olam and is inspired to make a positive change in the world as she fixes her local park and inspires other community members to help.
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A young Jewish refugee from Nazi Germany arrives in New York City on the seventh night of Hanukkah and receives small acts of kindness while exploring the city.
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From apples and honey all the way to zhug, Alan Silberberg brings his signature wacky humor to this alphabet of Jewish food.
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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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While trying to escape with her family from the Nazis, a young Jewish French girl feels protected by angels.
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"Look at this baby...what a genius! And such a shayne punim, too! From the top of baby's adorable head to the tips of their toes, there's nothing for a grandma not to adore in her little bubbeleh. Sweet Babe takes babies and their bubbies, not to mention grandparents of every stripe, on a delightful read-aloud journey that practically cries out for frequent cheek-squishing and keppie (head)-kissing in this irresistible celebration of the connection...
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Known for both his paintings and stained-glass windows, Marc Chagall rose from humble beginnings to become one of the world's most renowned artists. Admired for his use of color and the powerful emotion in his work, Chagall led a career that spanned decades and continents, and he never stopped growing. This lyrical narrative shows readers, through many different windows, the pre-WWI childhood and wartime experiences that shaped Chagall's path.
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"Inspired by the climate movement anthem "The Tide Is Rising," this story is full of hope and determination for rising up to meet the climate change challenges of our day"--
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Inside the house, a boy prepares for the Passover ritual of welcoming Elijah--meanwhile, outside the house, a kitten lingers in the cold.