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PreS-Gr 1—While most picture books about the Jewish Sabbath focus on the Friday night customs—lighting the candles, blessing the wine (or grape juice) and the bread, and enjoying a special family meal—Newman's includes all of this and more. Hers stars a contemporary, multigenerational family who enjoy the Friday night rituals but also observe a quiet day of rest on Saturday by playing with blocks and reading books. They take a walk outside to look for the first three stars in the sky, signifying the end of the Sabbath. The family then returns home to conduct the ceremony of Havdalah, which separates t...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Jonah loves Shabbat, but one week hiccups interrupt his day of rest. As his relatives try to help, their hiccup "cures" are interspe...Log In or Sign Up to Read More