Amy Lilien-Harper
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This Is a Gift for You
While the text here will likely appeal more to parents than children, the sentiment is a worthy one to share, and the lovely illustrations will keep the children engaged. Add where Martin’s other books are in demand.
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Words to Make a Friend: A Story in Japanese and English
The story is universal, celebrating diversity and friendship despite differences. A lovely book.–
Hello, Hanukkah!
This is a perfect Hanukkah package of colors, counting, and traditions. All libraries serving Jewish patrons will want to add this little gem to their board book collections.
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The Christmas Mitzvah
Schools and libraries looking for an inspirational story that goes down easily and will likely appeal to parents and grandparents will find this fits the bill. Buy where budgets allow.
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The Three Latkes
The story is mildly amusing but the Chanukah aspect of the story seems to be nearly beside the point. Its impact does not outweigh the missteps. Pass on this one.
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Pinky Bloom and the Case of the Magical Menorah
This light mystery is accessible to kids new to chapter books, and will entertain the undiscerning, but it doesn’t stand up to close scrutiny. Only for libraries in desperate need of Hanukkah chapter books. All others can pass.
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Happy Roo Year: It’s Rosh Hashanah
Jewish libraries and preschools may want to add this pleasant read-aloud. An additional purchase for public libraries with large Jewish populations.–Amy Lilien-Harper, Wilton Lib., CT
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Too Shy to Say Hi
Despite its good intentions, this slightly muddled attempt to introduce shyness and social anxiety to preschoolers fails to merge its light rhyming text with the topic.
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