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Reviewed on August 8, 2025 | Picture Books - Elementary
PreS-Gr 3—Tilly is anxious when her mother tells her and her brother Adam that an Iraqi family is coming to stay with them while they wait for their new apartment, so she asks "What should I do?" Her mother's answer—"Just say welcome"—sets the tone for this simple story celebrating the value of hospitality. The two families (one Jewish, one Iraqi) grocery shop together, share a flavorful meal f...Log In or Sign Up to Read More



