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Jesus and the Jewish roots of the Virgin Mary

unveiling the Mother of the Messiah
2018
Analyzes the Mary, the Mother of God, as she appears in Catholic teachings.

A look at Judaism

2024
Followers of Judaism believe there is one all-powerful God. This book explores the origins of Judaism, discusses the importance of the Torah, and shows how people practice Judaism today.

Rosh Hashanah

2024
Each year, Jewish people all over the world observe Rosh Hashanah. They celebrate the Jewish New Year with prayers, synagogue services, and family gatherings. It is a time to focus on God's forgiveness. Many of the holiday's traditions are based on ancient religious practices. This title explores how these customs developed over time. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject.

My life as a Jew

2024
What are the core teachings and beliefs of Judaism? In this revised edition, developed by and with Jewish practitioners and teachers, readers will learn about one of the world's major religions through the lens of two different perspectives. They will be introduced to important figures, sacred texts, holidays, and historical significance. This narrative nonfiction book uses considerate text that is written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage and accommodate struggling readers. The content supports the academic study of a diversity of religious views, participation in a multicultural society, as well as key social studies concepts.

Judaism

2024
This books explores the history and contains an explanation of the beliefs and practices of Judaism.

Not So Fast, Max:

a Rosh Hashanah visit with grandma
2021
"When Max and Emily's spunky Savta comes from Israel for a Rosh Hashanah visit, she's got some surprises up her sleeve. Max just wants to hurry up and get started, but he learns that sometimes new traditions can be worth the wait" -- Jacket flap.

More than enough

a Passover story
Illustrations and simple text portray children and their family as they prepare for, then celebrate, a Passover seder with foods, games, songs, and even a sleepover.

Meet the matzah

a Passover story
2021
"A zany retelling of the Passover story that depicts an earnestly elusive matzah who tells his class about how the Hebrews fled Egypt to freedom, while a heckling slice of sourdough cracks jokes"--OCLC.

Is it Purim yet?

2016
From baking hamantaschen to making costumes and reading the Megillah relates the seasonal and traditional ways we know Purim is on its way.

Eight candles and a tree

2014
"Tommy joins Sophie's family as they eat latkes, light candles in the menorah, and play with dreidels next to their dazzling Christmas tree"--Back cover.

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