One December morning over twenty years ago, several of the children in my preschool class were discussing the Christmas displays at the local mall and the beautiful lights adorning the homes of their non Jewish neighbors. There was such excitement in their voices and some even said they wished they…
Read MoreMitzvah the Mutt wins Moonbeam Bronze Medal!
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…
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