Books with author Leslie Kimmelman

Hag Sameach! Happy Holidays!Do you know what holiday to sound the shofar for? Or when to build a sukkah?Now you can learn, in this celebration of eleven Jewish holidays, from Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, to Shavuot, the accepting of the Torah. There's even a section on Shabbat, the Sabbath. The meaning and story behind each holiday are explained. There are also activities, music, and recipes for adults and children to work on together.Leslie Kimmelman has created a timeless Jewish treasury, and Ora Eitan's rich, stylized art perfectly captures the mood of each celebration.Open the pages and discover that a whole year of Jewish holidays is beginning!

Emma and Bo are best friends. Wherever Emma goes, Bo Goes too, especially on the family vacation at the lake. They share everything, but when Bo tries to share her Popsicle, Emily tells him to scram. Bo runs away dejected and they each try to find a new best friend, but what they actually find out is that things just aren't the same without each other.

Oy gevalt! The Little Red Hen likes baking matzah, but she's not so crazy about doing everything herself. Would it be too much to ask her friends Dog, Horse, and Sheep to help plant and harvest some wheat for the delicious Passover treat? Couldn't they at least help schlep the wheat to the mill? In this rollicking version of a favorite folktale, a harried, hardworking hen finds the true meaning of Passover. A recipe for matzah, a glossary of Yiddish words, and a note on Passover traditions is included.