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  • The Colors of My Jewish Year

    Marji Gold-Vukson, Madeline Wikler

    Board book (Kar-Ben Publishing ™, Aug. 1, 1998)
    "What is red? Red is the Rosh Hashanah apple we dip in honey." This eye-catching board book explores the holidays through colors.
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  • It's Tu B'Shevat!

    Edie Stoltz Zolkower, Richard Johnson

    Board book (Kar-Ben Publishing ®, Aug. 1, 2005)
    Rhyming verse and brightly colored illustrations tell the story of a boy and his family planting a tree for Tu B’Shevat and watching it grow. This board book is just right for little hands.
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  • Does Your Dog Speak Hebrew?: A Book of Animal Sounds

    Ellen Bari, Holly Clifton-Brown

    Board book (Kar-Ben Publishing ®, Sept. 1, 2020)
    A dog says “bow, wow” in English and “hav, hav” in Hebrew. Whimsical animals in American and Israeli settings compare their varied noises and sounds. Readers can explore which sounds are the same and which are different in droll depictions of animals in Israel and the United States. Basic Hebrew vocabulary, including animal names and sounds, are introduced. Iconic locations like Capitol Hill and Central Park in the United States, and the Dome of the Rock and the Sea of Galilee in Israel are featured in illustrations.
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  • Minnesota Vikings 101

    Brad Epstein

    Board book (Michaelson Entertainment, Sept. 7, 2010)
    Minnesota Vikings 101 is required reading for every Vikings fan! From the 1970s Purple People Eaters and the mascots Viktor the Viking and Ragnar to the 1969 NFL Championship, you'll share all the memories with the next generation. Enjoy all the traditions of your favorite team, learn the basics about playing football and share the excitement of the NFL!
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  • Mitzi's Mitzvah

    Gloria Koster, Holli Conger

    Board book (Kar-Ben Publishing ®, Aug. 1, 2013)
    Adorable puppy Mitzi visits a nursing home where she helps the residents celebrate Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New year.
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  • Where Shabbat Lives

    Jan Goldin Fabiyi, Sue Rubinroit

    Board book (Kar-Ben Publishing ®, Aug. 1, 2008)
    The simple text and brightly colored illustrations in this board book tell the story of a typical family celebrating Shabbat.
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  • University of Arizona 101: My First Text-Board-Book

    Brad M. Epstein

    Board book (Michaelson Entertainment, Aug. 15, 2009)
    University of Arizona 101 is required reading for every future Wildcat! From the inspiration of John Button Salmon to the technological marvel of the Phoenix Mars Mission and the spirit of the crowd singing All Hail, Arizona, you'll share all the great memories and excitement with the next generation! This sturdy board book features loads of high quality photos and content for young and old alike. Perfect for fans and alumni to share with kids and grandchildren. The book makes a great baby shower gift, birthday gift and holiday gift! Make sure the little ones grow up supporting the RIGHT school and team!!!!
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  • At Home

    Jo Litchfield

    Board book (Usborne Pub Ltd, Jan. 1, 2001)
    Uses colored pictures to illustrate the parts and rooms of a house and the everyday objects found there.
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  • University of Maryland 101

    Brad M. Epstein

    Board book (Michaelson Entertainment, Aug. 15, 2009)
    University of Maryland 101 is required reading for every future Terrapin! From the beauty of Memorial Chapel to the thrills of Terp Alley on gameday, you'll share all the great memories and excitement with the next generation! This sturdy board book features loads of high quality photos and content for young and old alike. Perfect for fans and alumni to share with kids and grandchildren. The book makes a great baby shower gift, birthday gift and holiday gift! Make sure the little ones grow up supporting the RIGHT school and team!!!!
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  • Let's Visit Israel

    Judyth Saypol Groner, Cheryl Nathan

    Board book (Kar-Ben Pub, Sept. 1, 2004)
    A little boy presents places to go and things to do in Israel, including riding a camel through the marketplace in Beersheva and taking a swim in the salty Dead Sea.
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  • The Sounds of My Jewish Year

    Marji Gold-Vukson, Suzanne Urban

    Board book (Kar-Ben Publishing ®, Jan. 1, 2003)
    Preschoolers can explore the Jewish holidays with familiar sounds--the "sizzle, sizzle" of potato latkes on Hanukkah, the "crunch, crunch" of matzah on Passover, and more.
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  • Cincinnati Reds 101

    Brad M. Epstein

    Board book (Michaelson Entertainment, Oct. 15, 2007)
    Cincinnati Reds 101 is required reading for every Reds fan! From the back-to-back World Series Championships in 1975 and 1976 to cheering on the team with Gapper and Mr. Red, you'll share all the memories with the next generation. Enjoy all the traditions of your favorite team, learn the basics about playing baseball and share your passion for America's pastime!
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