Mitzvah the Mutt by Sylvia Rouss has just been named the Bronze Medalist in the 2010 Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards in the Juvenile Fiction – Early Reader/1st Chapter books category! From the Moonbeam Awards site: “The Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards are intended to bring increased recognition to exemplary children’s books…
Read MoreTeaching Children and Literature
In early November, I have the privilege of speaking to the National Jewish Early Childhood Network on “The Many Possibilities of Thinking, Teaching and Experiencing Communication with Children, Co-workers and Parents”. I was asked to talk about the creative opportunities of children’s literature. As I considered how I could address…
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Mitzvah the Mutt Discussion and Activity Guide
I am pleased to share this guide that can be used either at home or in the classroom for my newest book, Mitzvah the Mutt.
It was developed by a wonderful committee of colleagues, authors, educators & friends. Special thanks to Barbara Gelb for chairing the initiative.
Minnesota Mamaleh:About A Puppy
I am so pleased with the response to my new book about Mitzvah the Mutt. I so enjoyed this blog Minnesota Mamaleh:About A Puppy that I have listed Galit’s blog as one of my new favorites. I know you will like her thoughts and observations on Jewish parenting and life. …
Read MoreA Circle of Smiles for Beit Issie Shapiro
I am pleased to share this announcement from the American Friends of Beit Issie Shapiro, which announced the publication of “A Circle of Smiles” in their newsletter: “We are getting closer to the first printing of “A Circle of Smiles,” the book that will teach young children about their peers…
Read MoreShanah Tovah Umetukah
I was wondering how to wish everyone a New Year’s greeting from my blog, and directing you to an article in the Jewish Community Voice seemed a good idea. Shanah Tovah to you and your family. I hope you enjoy the full article, but especially these two excerpts: ANNE (Bressman,…
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