PJ Library Staff Picks (Part 1)

“All The World by Liz Garton Scanlon and illustrated by Marla Frazee is definitely one of our favorites.”

“I talk about my love for Chik Chak Shabbat by Mara Rockliff, all the time. The story hits on a wonderful nostalgia I have for my old neighborhood in Boston—and I grew up in a family that loved cooking for our neighbors (it’s something I still love to do). Krysten Brooker’s stylized illustrations are also so fun to look at with my children.”

“Our family’s favorite PJ Our Way read aloud was The Language of Spells by Garret Weyr because the dragon world was so relatable.”

“One of my favorite books is The Lion and the Bird by Marianne Dubuc. It is a heartwarming story of friendship told mainly through gorgeous illustrations, and I love that children of all ages are able to experience it and tell it.”

"My recommendation is The Only One Club by Jane Naliboff. Why? Because I was the only Jewish kid my age in my hometown of Gadsden, AL."

“We recommend Today Is the Birthday of the World by Linda Heller. I love the message that we all have the opportunity to be the best version of ourselves we can be. Plus, every one of Alison Jay’s illustrations is like its own beautiful painting. It’s a great book for Rosh Hashanah or anytime.”

"I love the PJ Library book Welcome. It has such a great message around hachnassat orchim, welcoming guests, and also about creating a safe space for people, no matter who they are, and where they are from."