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The Passover Parrot By Evelyn Zusman	Leba's parrot is the only one in the family who will listen to her practice the Four Questions, but when the parrot joins the seder, even Leba is amazed at the unforgettable evening that unfolds. Description from Publisher Leba wants someone to listen to her practice the Four Questions, but everyone in the family is too busy getting ready for the start of Passover. Leba sings for her parrot, Hametz, instead. When it comes time for the Seder, Leba begins the Four Questions, and Hametz repeats every verse. After Hametz is banished upstairs, his fondness for the Four Questions leads to a clever resolution to a potential problem. The soft watercolors convey the warmth of a large Brooklyn family. Children will relate to the angst Leba feels at singing the Four Questions. Lori's Description
Toby Belfer's Seder: A Passover Story Retold	Welcome to the Belfer house, the only Jewish home in a small South Louisiana town. The celebration of Passover is coming and Toby Belfer's best friend, Donna, is coming over to share in the festivities of the Seder supper. Donna does not know much about the celebration of the Seder because at her church they celebrate Easter. During one magical night she will experience the traditions and learn the history of the Jewish feast of deliverance. This Passover tale recounts not only how Toby and her friend help the family prepare for the festival, but also it tells the story of how the Israelites came to freedom more than three thousand years ago. Donna comes to understand the symbols of the Seder supper, the legend of the prophet Elijah, and why Jewish people only serve certain food like unleavened bread during the celebration. Told within the frame of a friendship between a Jew and a Gentile, Toby Belfer's Seder is appropriate for all faiths. As the story unfolds it helps children understand the relationship between Passover and Easter. The special activities in this book include rhymes children can use for their own celebrations, an example of how to join in the search for the afikoman, and a lesson in the striking parallels between Passover and Easter. Whether teaching the faith or bridging cultural differences, this book is an entertaining way to show young readers how Passover is a festival of peace. Description from Publisher The Belfers are the only Jewish family in their Southern town. When Toby Belfer invites her non-Jewish friend over to join their Seder, Donna isn't sure what to expect. Pushker's picture book includes the Belfer's description of the holiday of Passover and Donna's observations of the Belfer's Seder. The plot to the story is superficial, but the explanations of the customs of Passover make this a perfect book for sharing to a Jewish and non-Jewish audience. Lori's Description
What Is Passover? (Lift-The-Flap Book)	The traditions of Passover are simply described in a lift-the-flap book that introduces this Jewish holiday to the very young. Jake learns the history of Passover, helps get ready for the Seder, and finds the afikomen. Watercolor illustrations enhance the lively lift-the-flap format. description by Amazon.com
The Story of Passover By Norma Simon	Most American Jews would say that Passover, with its message of freedom, is the most significant Jewish holiday. The problem is that it's a complicated story that is hard to explain to children. But Norma Simon's The Story of Passover should make things a lot easier. She starts with an informative and thorough retelling of the biblical story, and a quick look at the actual history. She then explains how this important holiday has been celebrated throughout history and throughout the world, including a concise summary of the Seder. There are even a few recipes. This book is important not only to parents who want to teach their children about Passover but to adults who are just learning about it themselves. It will also provide teachers with an excellent teaching tool. Description by Children's Literature
Josh Discovers Passover By Larry Stein	Josh brings kids right into the Passover story as he travels with Moses and lives out the incredible adventures and meaningful events of Passover. Don't just read about Passover... live it with Josh! Each page is filled with action. At the top of each page, Josh tells the story in his own words as he lives out the events. The bottom of each page contains either a fun multiple-choice question or a meaningful explanation of Jewish traditions. Description from Publisher
Ten Plagues of Egypt By Shoshana Lepon	A fabulous book to give to children before Pesach. The Ten Plagues of Egypt retells the biblical account of the ten plagues in lively rhyming verse, enhanced by brilliantly colored illustrations. It's also a great learning tool and is used in many schools. The back of the book contains helpful questions for review and a clever "Did you know?" page. Description from Publisher
The Matzah That Papa Brought Home By Fran Manushkin	The sprightly text of this cumulative Passover tale ("This is the matzah papa brought home. / This is the feast that Mama made with the matzah that Papa brought home. / This is the Passover Seder we shared to eat the feast that Mama made," and so on) is simple and lively enough for even the youngest child to enjoy. The curious can turn to several follow-up pages that outline the story of Passover and explain the traditions (like the Four Questions) and special foods (like haroset and matzah) mentioned in the story. The section will indeed answer some basic questions about Passover, but what the book actually does best is convey the feeling of closeness and community engendered by the celebration, which Bittinger adeptly captures in double-page-spread oil paintings that glow as brightly as the candles on the seder table. description by Booklist
DAYENU or How Uncle Murray Saved the Seder	Uncle Murray and Aunt Helene decide that the Passover seder is too much work. But cleaning leads to shopping, and shopping leads to cooking, and before you know it, a joyous celebration is underway.
Make a Wish, Molly	In a companion to Molly's Pilgrim (1983), Cohen offers another glimpse of this young Russian immigrant's life in America. When Molly is invited to a classmate's ninth birthday party, she is pleased to be included and excited to learn about American customs. Then Mama reminds her that the festivities are scheduled during Passover and that as a Jew she is not permitted to eat regular bakery goods during that time. Angry that her background and religion seem to hinder her assimilation, Molly secretly decides to eat the cake anyway. When she is unable to follow through with her intentions, the other girls misunderstand, and Molly leaves the party in tears. Molly's classic dilemma -- betraying her beliefs in order to fit in versus loyalty to her ideals at the expense of acceptance -- is a poignant one that will strike a chord with young readers everywhere. Although not all children will have the strength to choose as Molly does, they will find this a thought-provoking story that may lead to discussions about friendship, prejudice, and self-esteem. The firmly shaded pencil drawings suggest an early-twentieth-century setting. A wonderful choice for a primary read-aloud. Description from Booklist
The Four Questions By Lynne Sharon Schwartz	Discover the meaning of Passover by finding the answers to The Four Questions, while observing richly colored scenes and delicate Hebrew calligraphy that joyfully extend the meaning of this venerable tradition. "A striking picture book."--Kirkus Reviews Description form Publisher Why is this book different from all other books? It is an elegant, accessible retelling of the Four Questions asked at a Passover Seder. Sherman's glorious jewel-toned paintings are patterned and richly detailed, with a curious menagerie of animals, wearing yarmulkes and some clothing, acting out the symbols of the holiday. Each of the Four Questions is asked in English; turn the book upside down, and the question appears in Hebrew calligraphy. The facing picture is split, with images facing each direction as well. This technique enables the book to be used during the Seder: those on each side of the table can see what is going on. The story itself is exciting and timely, telling of the slavery of the Jews, the ten plagues, the exodus from Egypt, and the hope for freedom throughout the world. The book explains the history and the symbolism of the holiday and the items on a Seder plate. The final spread shows the order of the Seder. The pictures are exquisite, the telling lyrical. This is the most eye-catching, most refreshing book available for young children on this holiday. Older children can get more information from Miriam Chaikin's Ask Another Question: the Story and Meaning of Passover, but The Four Questions will find a wider appreciative audience. Description from School Library Journal
Celebrating Passover By Diane Hoyt-Goldsmith	Hoyt-Goldsmith and Migdale expand their series on American celebrations with this offering that details a Reform Jewish celebration of Passover. Hoyt-Goldsmith focuses on nine-year-old Micah Kamrass, explaining how he and his extended family prepare for and celebrate the week-long holiday. She recounts the festival's origins nearly 3,000 years ago, describes some of the special foods that are served, and explains the components and proscribed order of a seder, the ceremonial meal held during the first two nights of the festival. Illustrated sidebars depict the ancient story, and Lawrence Migdale's crisp, color photographs show the members of the Kamrass family and their activities, with captions clarifying such customs as the search for the afikomen (hidden matzoh). Festivities in Orthodox and Conservative Jewish households may vary. An attractive and useful choice for the holiday shelf; recipes, songs, and a glossary are a bonus. Description from Booklist One of a series of Holiday House books about American celebrations, this book presents a family in Cincinnati, Ohio, celebrating the Jewish holiday of Passover. While the text does not provide vastly different information from other nonfiction picture books explaining this holiday, the full color photographs provide a distinctly up-to-date feel. Educators will be comfortable showing these pictures of children dressed in modern clothing, setting the holiday table and cooking with grandparents. The book begins with a picture of Micah, a nine-year-old boy smiling over the handlebars of his bike. The straightforward text says that Micah is a Cincinnati Reds fan and enjoys spring for two reasons--baseball and Passover. This depiction of ordinary American children celebrating a culturally specific holiday sends a positive message. There is a photograph of Micah, eating matzah at school. The caption states that his non-Jewish friends enjoy tasting matzah, too. Other photographs show traditional Passover foods, such as matzah and gefilte fish. The text includes a synopsis of the Passover story and definitions (including pronunciations) of Passover terms. Lines from a Reform Jewish Passover service are quoted. All in all, this book is a useful and attractive explanation of a Jewish holiday. Description from Children's Literature
A First Passover By Leslie Swartz	A young boy's journey from the Soviet Union to America gives him a deeper insight of Passover. In the Soviet Union, Passover must be practiced in secret. When Jasha and his family are allowed to go to the United States, they can celebrate the Jewish religion openly.
Learning About Passover By Barbara Soloff Levy	The meaning of Passover and its place in Jewish culture is explained in this instructive little book. Twelve pages of easy-to-read text and colorful sticker illustrations acquaint youngsters with the Egyptian Pharaoh who held the Hebrews captive, Moses' role in leading his people safely to Israel, and the celebration that commemorates this historical event, including the Seder dinner and foods representing the Passover story. Description from Publisher
Passover By Mari C. Schuh

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