The High Holidays and Sukkot

Rosh Hashanah  Oct. 2, sundown - Oct. 4 sundown, 2024 

Yom Kippur  Oct. 11 sundown - Oct. 12 sundown, 2024 

Sukkot  Oct. 16 sundown - Oct. 23 sundown, 2024
 
Challah Day! By Charlotte Offsay, Jason Kirschner (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Charlotte Offsay, Jason Kirschner (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9780823454112
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Published: Holiday House - August 1st, 2023

"An oasis of Jewish joy." --School Library Journal

Baked with love! A family mixes, kneads, braids, and bakes bread for dinner with Grandma and Grandpa in this joyful, rhyming story.


Two New Years By Richard Ho, Lynn Scurfield (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Richard Ho, Lynn Scurfield (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9781797212814
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Published: Chronicle Books - August 8th, 2023

A Sydney Taylor Gold Medalist 
A National Jewish Book Award Winner 

This warm and welcoming New Year celebration invites readers to learn about Rosh Hashanah and Lunar New Year traditions and to reflect on the rich blends of cultures and traditions in their own lives.

For this multicultural family, inspired by the author’s own, two Ne


The Very Best Sukkah: A Story from Uganda By Shoshana Nambi, Moran Yogev (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Shoshana Nambi, Moran Yogev (Illustrator)
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ISBN: 9781735087580
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Published: Kalaniot Books - September 6th, 2022

Sukkot is Shoshi's favorite Jewish holiday. She and her brothers love to decorate their sukkah, the hut where her family will celebrate. But who will win the Ugandan Abayudaya community's annual sukkah contest? While only one sukkah can be the best, everybody wins when neighbors work together.


Holidays Around the World: Celebrate Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur: With Honey, Prayers, and the Shofar By Deborah Heiligman Cover Image
$7.99
ISBN: 9781426326288
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Published: National Geographic Kids - July 12th, 2016

Celebrate Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur examines how these Jewish High Holy Days are celebrated worldwide. Rosh Hashanah, known as the Jewish New Year, is a time for reflection and resolution. On Yom Kippur, also called the Day of Atonement, Jews fast, pray, and ask God's forgiveness for their sins.


I Say Shehechiyanu By Joanne Rocklin, Monika Filipina (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Joanne Rocklin, Monika Filipina (Illustrator)
$6.95
ISBN: 9781467734691
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Published: Kar-Ben Publishing (R) - January 1st, 2015

Let's say 'Shehechiyanu, ' the special Jewish blessing for saying thank you when we experience something new for the first time.


Miriam and the Sasquatch: A Rosh Hashanah Story By Eric Kimmel, Tamara Anegon (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Eric Kimmel, Tamara Anegon (Illustrator)
$17.95
ISBN: 9781681155814
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Published: Apples & Honey Press - August 2nd, 2022

"This clever Rosh Hashanah story does an excellent job of including holiday symbols and traditions while telling a unique, engaging tale." --School Library Journal

A PJ Library Selection for Fall 2022


All about Rosh Hashanah By Madeline Wikler, Judyth Groner, Bonnie Gordon Lucas (Illustrator) Cover Image
$10.95
ISBN: 9781580130042
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Published: Kar-Ben Publishing (R) - August 1st, 1997

With its delightful folktales, songs, and blessings, this illustrated introduction to Rosh Hashanah captures the essence of the holiday of renewal.


Gershon's Monster: A Story for the Jewish New Year By Eric A. Kimmel, Jon J. Muth (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Eric A. Kimmel, Jon J. Muth (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9780439108393
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Published: Scholastic Press - September 1st, 2000

There was once a baker named Gershon who was a sinner. His sins were the common ordinary, stuff; a few little lies, a broken promise, a temper lost for no reason. But unlike most people, Gershon never regretted what he had done. He never apologized or asked anyone's forgiveness. Why should he? He merely swept the little monsters up and tossed them into the celler.


Here Is the World: A Year of Jewish Holidays By Lesléa Newman, Susan Gal (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Lesléa Newman, Susan Gal (Illustrator)
$19.99
ISBN: 9781419711855
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Published: Abrams Books for Young Readers - September 2nd, 2014

Lesléa Newman’s picture book Here Is the World is a joyous celebration of the Jewish holidays throughout the year for young children that’s “both lovely and eminently useful” (Kirkus Reviews)—illustrated by Susan Gal.
 
Here is the world, ever changing and new,
Spinning with joy at the wonder of you!


Yom Kippur Shortstop By David Adler, Andre Ceolin (Illustrator) Cover Image
By David Adler, Andre Ceolin (Illustrator)
$17.95
ISBN: 9781681155210
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Published: Apples & Honey Press - April 1st, 2017

2018 Sydney Taylor Notable Picture Book

Starred Review, Publishers Weekly

"Uplifting" -Kirkus Reviews


Jewish Holiday Origami (Dover Origami Papercraft) By Joel Stern, David Greenfield (Photographer) Cover Image
By Joel Stern, David Greenfield (Photographer)
$12.95
ISBN: 9780486450766
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(This book cannot be returned.)
Published: Dover Publications - March 17th, 2006

Clearly detailed diagrams and captions explain all the steps for an entire year's worth of holiday projects - from Chanukah dreidels and a menorah with candles, to Passover pyramids and an image of the Red Sea parting. Great for synagogues, schools, and homes, this easy-to-follow guide offers beginning paperfolders a unique, fun-filled way to celebrate Jewish culture. 24 models.


Kol Hakavod: Way to Go! By Jamie Kiffel-Alcheh, Sarah-Jayne Mercer (Illustrator) Cover Image
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ISBN: 9781541538351
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Published: Kar-Ben Publishing (R) - August 1st, 2019

What is "kavod"? It's "gee " It's "wow."
It's honor, respect. It's "whoa, holy cow "
Even the littlest acts of kindness and the smallest good deeds can be hugely important in the world.


Happy Roo Year: It's Rosh Hashanah By Jessica Hickman, Elissambura (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Jessica Hickman, Elissambura (Illustrator)
$7.99
ISBN: 9781728427904
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Published: Kar-Ben Publishing (R) - August 1st, 2021

They think about the year gone by.

They celebrate and schmooze.

They're really just like you and me--

except they're KANGAROOS.


A Moon for Moe and Mo By Jane Breskin Zalben, Mehrdokht Amini (Illustrator) Cover Image
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ISBN: 9781580897273
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Published: Charlesbridge - August 7th, 2018

An interfaith friendship develops when Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, overlaps with the Muslim holiday of Ramadan--an occurence that happens only once every thirty years or so.


My Rosh Hashanah By Monica Hughes Cover Image
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ISBN: 9781410906670
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Published: Heinemann Library - August 1st, 2003

No matter what religious festivals a young reader may take part in, they're sure to love reading about all of the festivals that come to life in this new series. Each title looks at the preparations that go into each festival, what people wear, where it takes place, the food that is eaten, when it happens, who celebrates it, and why it's celebrated.


On Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur By Cathy Goldberg Fishman, Melanie W. Hall (Illustrator) Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780689838927
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Published: Aladdin - September 1st, 2000

"Every year, people we know send cards to wish me and my family a happy and healthy New Year. La Shana Tova, they say in Hebrew."
How can you tell when it is time for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur? The young girl in this story can tell when her family receives cards wishing them a happy New Year.


Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur (Celebrations in My World) By Lynn Peppas Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780778747758
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Published: Crabtree Classics - August 1st, 2009

Rosh Hashanah is often referred to as the Jewish New Year. Millions of Jewish people all over the world celebrate this holiday. The holiday usually occurs in September or October and includes the holiest Jewish day of the year, Yom Kippur, the day of repentance. Learn about how Jewish people eat special foods, reflect on the year gone by, and think about how they can improve in the year to come.


Sammy Spider's First Yom Kippur By Sylvia A. Rouss, Katherine Janus Kahn (Illustrator) Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780761391968
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Published: Kar-Ben Publishing (R) - August 1st, 2013

When Josh breaks the rules and plays ball indoors, he finds himself apologizing not only to his parents, but to Sammy Spider as well. A Yom Kippur story about saying, "I'm sorry."


Hillel Builds a House By Shoshana Lepon, Ángeles Ruiz (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Shoshana Lepon, Ángeles Ruiz (Illustrator)
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ISBN: 9781541544031
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Published: Kar-Ben Publishing (R) - August 1st, 2020

All year, Hillel builds treehouses and forts. His structures--in the backyard, under the stairs and even in the living room--can get in the way when the family is busy with holiday preparations. As the Jewish holidays come and go throughout the year, Hillel can't seem to find the right one for his building projects.


Sammy Spider's First Book of Jewish Holidays By Sylvia A. Rouss, Katherine Janus Kahn (Illustrator) Cover Image
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ISBN: 9781467719162
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Published: Kar-Ben Publishing (R) - August 1st, 2013

Curious about the Jewish holidays? Very young readers learn about holiday customs with everyone's favorite inquisitive spider

Covering Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, Simchat Torah, Hanukkah, Tu B'Shevat, Purim, Passover, Yom Ha'Atzma'ut, and Shavuot, this colorful board book highlights a key feature of each holiday.


Kol Hakavod: Way to Go! By Jamie Kiffel-Alcheh, Sarah-Jayne Mercer (Illustrator) Cover Image
$7.99
ISBN: 9781541538351
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Published: Kar-Ben Publishing (R) - August 1st, 2019

What is "kavod"? It's "gee " It's "wow."
It's honor, respect. It's "whoa, holy cow "
Even the littlest acts of kindness and the smallest good deeds can be hugely important in the world.


Sammy Spider's First Rosh Hashanah By Sylvia A. Rouss, Katherine Janus Kahn (Illustrator) Cover Image
$7.99
ISBN: 9780929371993
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Published: Kar-Ben Publishing (R) - August 1st, 1996

Sammy Spider wants to taste the golden honey the Shapiros set out for a sweet New Year. Mom tells him to stick to spinning webs, but will curious Sammy listen?


Sky High Sukkah By Rachel Orenstein Packer, Deborah Zemke (Illustrator) Cover Image
$17.95
ISBN: 9781681155135
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Published: Apples & Honey Press - August 4th, 2016

A beautiful Sukkot picture book about friendship and community.

"Delightful" -David Adler, author of the popular Cam Jansen series



Talia and the Rude Vegetables By Linda Elovitz Marshall, Francesca Assirelli (Illustrator) Cover Image
$6.95
ISBN: 9780761352181
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Published: Kar-Ben Publishing (R) - August 1st, 2011

"How can a vegetable be 'rude'?" Talia wonders, when she mis-hears her grandmother asking her to gather "root" vegetables for a Rosh Hashanah stew. As Talia digs in the garden, she collects the twisted, ornery carrots and parsnips--the "rude" vegetables that she thinks her grandmother wants--and finds a good home for the rest.


Talia and the Very Yum Kippur By Linda Elovitz Marshall, Francesca Assirelli (Illustrator) Cover Image
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ISBN: 9781467752404
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Published: Kar-Ben Publishing (R) - August 1st, 2015

When Grandma begins her preparations for breaking the Yom Kippur fast, Talia mishears the holiday as "Yum" Kippur, setting off a topsy-turvy series of misunderstandings.


Sammy Spider's First Sukkot By Sylvia A. Rouss, Katherine Janus Kahn (Illustrator) Cover Image
$7.95
ISBN: 9781580130837
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Published: Kar-Ben Publishing (R) - August 1st, 2004

Inside, outside, upside down Where is Sammy Spider now? Swinging on an apple, from the roof of the Shapiro family sukkah, he is learning about the Jewish harvest festival of Sukkot. Sammy watches as Josh and his parents build and decorate the little hut. Then as a special treat, Sammy even gets to sleep there under the stars


The Stars Will Be My Nightlight: A Sukkot Story By Jen Halpern, Chiara Fedele (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Jen Halpern, Chiara Fedele (Illustrator)
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ISBN: 9781728439044
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Published: Kar-Ben Publishing (R) - August 1st, 2022

"Can we sleep in the sukkah?"

the son asks his mom. She worries that it will be cold and dark, and that it might rain. "But the stars will be my nightlight," the boy says, to which the mom smiles.


Awe-some Days: Poems about the Jewish Holidays By Marilyn Singer, Dana Wulfekotte (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Marilyn Singer, Dana Wulfekotte (Illustrator)
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ISBN: 9780593324691
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Published: Dial Books - September 27th, 2022

Discover and celebrate all of the Jewish holidays with this warm and engaging poetry collection by the acclaimed author of Mirror Mirror.


Here Is the World: A Year of Jewish Holidays: A Picture Book By Lesléa Newman, Susan Gal (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Lesléa Newman, Susan Gal (Illustrator)
$6.99
ISBN: 9781419764639
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Published: Abrams Books for Young Readers - August 2nd, 2022

Lesléa Newman’s picture book Here Is the World is a joyous celebration of the Jewish holidays throughout the year for young children that’s “both lovely and eminently useful” (Kirkus Reviews)—illustrated by Susan Gal.
 
Here is the world, ever changing and new,
Spinning with joy at the wonder of you!


Engineer Ari and the Rosh Hashanah Ride By Deborah Bodin Cohen, Shahar Kober (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Deborah Bodin Cohen, Shahar Kober (Illustrator)
$9.99
ISBN: 9780822586500
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Published: Kar-Ben Publishing (R) - August 1st, 2008

A Rosh Hashanah story based on the first historic train ride from Jaffa to Jerusalem in 1892, shortening the journey between the two cities from 3 days to 3 hours. Engineer Ari's train is coming to Jerusalem collecting goodies along the way to celebrate the Jewish new year, and he learns an important lesson along the way.


The Children's Illustrated Jewish Bible (DK Bibles and Bible Guides) By Laaren Brown, Lenny Hort Cover Image
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ISBN: 9781465491060
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Published: DK Children - March 3rd, 2020

This beautiful book combines lively text and stunning illustrations to bring stories of the Hebrew tradition alive.

All the key events in the Hebrew Bible are clearly told in this superb collection of biblical stories for children. There are also four new stories, including "Ezekiel and the Dry Bones" and "Ezra Shares God's Word".