Did you see PJ Library’s book truck at the Israel Day Parade? Learn more about each of the special books on our truck:
Written by Maya Friedman, illustrated by Steve Mack, and published by Kar-Ben Publishing
How many ways do we love Israel? Let’s count them...at least up until we reach the number 10!
Written by Erica Lyons, illustrated by Jen Jamieson, and published by Apples and Honey Press
It’s Passover in Jerusalem, but because of the coronavirus pandemic, there are no guests allowed at any seders. While practicing the Four Questions on her balcony, Mira thinks of a way to bring her neighbors together, even if they can’t all sit at the same table.
Written by Hava Deevon, illustrated by Rotem Teplow, and published by Green Bean Books
Saul from Romania has always dreamed of living in Israel, and so has Solomon from Yemen. When these two travelers meet on the shores of Tel Aviv, they share their stories and their joy.
Written by Leslie Kimmelman, illustrated by Talitha Shipman, and published by Penguin Random House
The first thing to know about Israel? Everybody says shalom -- a little word that means so many things -- and there are so many places to see and visit.
Written by Devorah Omer, illustrated by Aviel Basil, and published by Green Bean Books
What would you put inside a secret compartment? Gil and Nurit find themselves asking just that question when they get a unique dreidel for Hanukkah. As it turns out, someone else has already come up with a very special answer…
Written by Jennifer Tzivia MacLeod, illustrated by Tiphanie Beeke, and published by Apples and Honey Press
Where do you find quiet? Mrs. Strauss is having trouble sleeping -- her animal neighbors are making too much of a ruckus! But soon the rains fall, and with them, a welcoming hush arrives. She’s not the only one who’s happy about it.
Written and illustrated Miri Leshem-Pelly, published by Kar-Ben Publishing
When we spend time in nature, we don’t need a souvenir to take something with us. This tour through the natural sights of Israel includes beaches, caves, orchards, and all the treasures that can be found within them.
Written by Devora Busheri, illustrated by Noa Kelner, and published by Kar-Ben Publishing
This story, inspired by a poem by Israeli national poet Hayim Nahman Bialik, captures a quiet moment of intimacy between mother and daughter in the the vast Jerusalem forest.
by Tammar Stein
This thrilling, beautifully written coming-of-age novel vividly captures the spirit of Israel during the Six-Day War through the eyes of twelve-year-old Motti, who lives in Jerusalem, just a few meters from the Jordanian border. The entire country is suspended in a state of tense anticipation, Motti’s brother and father have been drafted, and his best friend has fled the country. Motti dreams of playing the hero and is frustrated that he’s too young to help until the reality of war teaches him that courage and daring are not exactly synonymous. The Six-Day Hero has been chosen as a Junior Library Guild selection and is a Sydney Taylor Honor Award winner.
Parents should know that this book has content warnings; we recommend you review them in the Parent Guide.
Written by Lisa Rose, illustrated by Catalina Echeverri, and published by Kar-Ben Publishing
How does art reflect community? Yom Ha'atzmaut, Israel Independence Day, is here -- and the mayor wants Shmulik to paint a mural to celebrate. But what should Shmulik paint?
Written by Tami Lehman-Wilzig, illustrated by Menahem Halberstadt, and published by Kalaniot Books (Endless Mountains Publishing)
Each Friday, Jacob hitches Soosie the horse to his cart and delivers Ezra and Esther's delicious challahs to folks all over Jerusalem. But when Jacob gets sick, how will everyone get their challah in time for Shabbat?
Written Lesley Simpson , illustrated by Janice Lee Porter, and published by Kar-Ben Publishing
Plucky Yuvi, a little Jewish girl living in Ethiopia, dreams of a place where candy grows on trees. Based on a true story, this book tells of Yuvi’s extraordinary journey to Israel with her grandmother -- a passage from famine and fear to oranges and freedom.
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