From an article by Donald Harrison, Editor of the San Diego Jewish World: Grandchildren have a way of drawing you back into synagogue circles. In my case, it was the desire that a soon-to-turn-4-years-old grandson begin to partake in the joy of Jewish life… For much of the service, a…
Read MoreCurriculum Opportunities
If you are a teacher, parent, librarian or someone just interested in expanding the experiences a child can have with one of my books, you can visit my Curriculum pages. A sampling of activities: For Sammy Spider’s First Rosh HaShanah, you can use a picture of Sammy Spider and ask…
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When I write that I am an award winning author and educator, some people have asked “What awards?” So, with modesty and humility, I have been recognized by these organizations for my writing and teaching. Moonbeam children’s book award, 2010 and the Sydney Taylor Notable Book for Older Readers, 2011 …
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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