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What is PJ Library?

PJ Library sends free, award-winning books that celebrate Jewish values and culture to families with children from birth through 12 years old. Learn More.

How do I sign up?

Signing up is free, easy, and takes less than 3 minutes. Join today!

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Light Up the Night

All Eight Nights

Jewish families around the world celebrate Hanukkah. That means lighting the hanukkiah, eating delicious fried foods, playing dreidel, and learning about the Maccabees. But the best part is building your own special traditions as a family.

Share the Light

Are you the designated Hanukkah parent at your child's school? Find story suggestions and activity ideas for preschool, kindergarten, and elementary ages.

Favorite Books for Purchase

PJ Publishing

Looking for a baby gift? Share your favorite PJ Publishing board book with new parents. PJ Library's storefront has copies of Todah, Fridays Are Special, Havdalah Sky, and more to purchase.

PJ Library Aprons

Cook together as a family in matching PJ Library aprons, available in multiple child and adult sizes.

PJ Library Presents

Listen at home or on the go with two new magical podcasts, available everywhere you get podcasts.

Beyond the Bookcase: Familiar fairy tales come to life when Miri and Micah visit the wonderful land of Mashal. 

Afternoons with Mimi: Everyone's favorite grandmother, Mimi, reads books, folktales, and original stories that will capture the imaginations of young and old alike.

A Gift for Families

Who Stole Hanukkah?!

Do you love a good mystery? We've got the perfect puzzle for you. As a December gift for kids ages 3 to 8, look for a special “whodunit” story coming to your mailbox this month. Good luck solving the mystery, and happy Hanukkah from PJ Library!

Meet the Candle Club

Our youngest readers can get in on the Hanukkah fun, too! Meet all the members of the Candle Club in an adorable new animated video.

The Next Chapter of PJ Library: PJ Our Way

PJ Our Way is for kids ages 9-12, and it's kid-driven. They choose their own books each month, creating a tailored experience totally based on their own interests and reading level.

Learn more and sign up your middle grade reader.