A Jewish boy introduces his faith, describing the Sabbath, prayer, a synagogue, how he learns about Judaism, the Torah, Sukkot, special food, and festivals.
Investigates the roots of Judaism, considers the role of Jews in world history, looks at the variety of ways in which religious and secular Jews live, discusses the Zionist movement and the clash between Israel and its Palestinian and Arab neighbors, and includes a glossary of terms, and a calendar of Jewish festivals.
"When Hannah's family has to move, her grandmother tells her how she felt leaving the old country--it was both bitter and sweet. As Hannah leaves her friends behind and tries to get used to a new house, she only feels bitterness. Was her grandmother wrong about the sweetness? Hannah starts to feel better about the move when she sees her new house in the soft light of the Shabbat candles. When a new friend reaches out with a special gift, Hannah realizes that sweetness can come from unexpected places and that she can even create some herself"--Provided by publisher.
A dictionary of the Jewish religion, featuring alphabetically arranged entries that provide information about various aspects of the spiritual life and creativity of Jews from the rabbinic period to the late twentieth century.
"Heading through the forest to her Bubbe Basha's house to make latkes (potato pancakes) on the first night of Hanukkah, Little Red Ruthie encounters a hungry wolf. Includes a recipe for latkes"--Provided by publisher.
