Leon Leyson (born Leib Lezjon) was only 10 years old when the Nazis invaded Poland and his family was forced to relocate to the Krakow ghetto. With incredible luck, perseverance and grit, Leyson was able to survive the sadism of the Nazis, including that of the demonic Amon Goeth, commandant of Plaszow, the concentration camp outside Krakow. Ultimately, it was the generosity and cunning of one man, a man named Oskar Schindler, who saved Leon Leyson's life, and the lives of his mother, his father, and two of his four siblings, by adding their names to his list of workers in his factory - a list that became world renowned: Schindler's List. This, the only memoir published by a former Schindler's List child, perfectly captures the innocence of a small boy who goes through the unthinkable. Most notable is the lack of rancour, the lack of venom, and the abundance of dignity in Mr Leyson's telling. The Boy on the Wooden Box is a legacy of hope, a memoir unlike anything you've ever read. Read more

“Much like The Boy In the Striped Pajamas or The Book Thief,” this remarkable memoir from Leon Leyson, one of the youngest children to survive the Holocaust on Oskar Schindler’s list, “brings to readers a story of bravery and the fight for a chance to live” (VOYA).This, the only memoir published by a former Schindler’s list child, perfectly captures the innocence of a small boy who goes through the unthinkable. Leon Leyson (born Leib Lezjon) was only ten years old when the Nazis invaded Poland and his family was forced to relocate to the Krakow ghetto. With incredible luck, perseverance, and grit, Leyson was able to survive the sadism of the Nazis, including that of the demonic Amon Goeth, commandant of Plaszow, the concentration camp outside Krakow. Ultimately, it was the generosity and cunning of one man, Oskar Schindler, who saved Leon Leyson’s life, and the lives of his mother, his father, and two of his four siblings, by adding their names to his list of workers in his factory—a list that became world renowned: Schindler’s list. Told with an abundance of dignity and a remarkable lack of rancor and venom, The Boy on the Wooden Box is a legacy of hope, a memoir unlike anything you’ve ever read. Read more

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This irresistible board book gives little ones (ages 0–3) an alphabetical introduction to Judaism—the delicious foods, meaningful rituals, lively holidays, expressive language, and more.Hip illustrations accompany snappy, rhyming text in a fun, fabulous package that is a must-have for any Jewish baby's nursery. This tiny tome covers quintessential foods such as bagels and brisket, rituals and holidays including Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, Shabbat, and Hanukkah, as well as important cultural references (F is for Fiddler on the Roof!) with a little Yiddish thrown in. Parents and grandparents will love sharing every concise, funny entry with the little ones in their lives. Read more

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".It also features the key characters and tells their tales: Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden; Cain and Abel; Noah on the Ark; and the patriarchs. Psalms and poetry are also included, and pages on "Life in Egypt" and "Life in Canaan" - along with glossaries of people and places in the Bible - bring the stories of ancient tradition to life. In the book's foreword, the authors say that we are encouraged to think for ourselves: "The stories of the Bible... can be understood in many ways and on many different levels [and] as we grow up and change, we can see new questions in each story... To write the stories in this book, we looked at the Bible and asked many, many questions. How? What? When? Who? And of course, why? Why, why, why? And why not?" The authors' perfectly pitched retellings aren't simply an introduction to the Bible - they inspire the next generation to carry on the tradition. Read more

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Celebrate the traditions of Passover with this indestructible book for baby!Passover is here! Our table is set with the seder plate. We love to celebrate freedom together. Happy Passover!The Original Indestructibles is the trusted series for easing little ones into story time. Beloved by babies and their parents, The Original Indestructiblesare built for the way babies “read” (i.e., with their hands and mouths) and are: Rip Proof—made of ultra-durable tight-woven material Waterproof—can be chewed on, drooled on, and washed! Emergent Literacy Tool—bright pictures and few or no words encourage dialogic reading Portable—lightweight books can go anywhere, perfect for the diaper bag and for travel Safe for Baby—meets ASTM safety standards Read more

Recreate a familiar biblical story with the help of an ark — shown on the inside covers — and charming sticker illustrations of Noah and his famous menagerie. Read more

I say the Sh'ma and I feel God's light / Shining on me all through the night.A Jewish child gets ready for bed and says the traditional "Sh'ma" prayer in this beautiful board book with rhyming text and charming illustrations by award-winning Melanie Hall.Introduce young children to Jewish life, Jewish holidays, and Shabbat with Very First Board Books. Read more

Torá (תּוֹרָה Torah, lit., «instrucción, enseñanza, doctrina») es el texto que contiene la ley y el patrimonio identitario del pueblo judío; es llamada Pentateuco en el cristianismo;3 y Al-Tawrat por los musulmanes, constituye la base y el fundamento del judaísmo.4El término proviene de la raíz hebrea .י.ר.ה (Y.R.H.), que significa «acometer» y se halla etimológicamente ligado a las nociones de ley, enseñanza e instrucción.5Para el judaísmo, la Torá es la Ley. Según la tradición judía, involucra la totalidad de la revelación y enseñanza divina otorgada al pueblo de Israel. Considerando la importancia de Moisés en este proceso, ambas denominaciones a veces se refieren a la Torá como la Ley de Moisés, la ley mosaica, e incluso ley escrita de Moisés: dado que en el judaísmo, la Torá comprende tanto la ley escrita como la ley oral.6 Ello no es arbitrario dado que su sentido estricto, el término Torá se refiere específicamente a los cinco primeros libros bíblicos, el Pentateuco, al que se conoce también como los cinco libros de Moisés.7 En hebreo se denominan Jamishá Jumshéy Torá (חֲמִשָּׁה חֻמְשֵׁי תּוֹרָה—"Los Cinco Quintos de la Torá"), más habitualmente se emplea la forma abreviada de esa expresión y se llaman y conocen entonces como el Jumásh (חֻמָּשׁ-"Quinto").5En su sentido más amplio, cuando el término Torá implica todos los libros de la Biblia hebrea, los judíos suelen denominarla "Tanaj" (תַּנַ"ךְ). Se trata de un acrónimo para designar a los 24 libros de la Biblia hebrea. El mencionado acrónimo es formado por tres consonantes, T-a-N-a-J, que son a su vez las iniciales de los términos hebreos que designan las tres secciones que forman la Biblia hebrea: T de Torá (Pentateuco), N de Nevi'im (Profetas) y J de Ketuvim (Escritos) Read more

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Shmuel Blitz has established his credentials as a story picker and a storyteller. And Liat Binyamini Ariel has captivated children with her colorful and imaginative illustrations. So do your children and grandchildren a favor (and make life easier for yourself), by getting them this wonderful book. They will love it and so will you! Read more

Tucked somewhere between your kishkes (intestines) is an important part of your body that doesn’t always get the attention it needs: your funny bone. It’s time you strengthen it!In this one-of-a-kind illustrated Jewish joke book for kids, laugh about all things Jewish: Jewish holidays, Jewish food, Hebrew letters, Jewish celebrations, and even some holy things. (No, not socks.)The book contains 50+ original jokes, and even more silly illustrations. A helpful glossary of terms is included, so everyone can understand and appreciate the jokes. Read more

The illuminating and deeply moving true story of twin sisters who survived Nazi experimentation, against all odds, during the Holocaust. Eva and her identical twin sister, Miriam, had a mostly happy childhood. Theirs was the only Jewish family in their small village in the Transylvanian mountains, but they didn't think much of it until anti-Semitism reared its ugly head in their school. Then, in 1944, ten-year-old Eva and her family were deported to Auschwitz. At its gates, Eva and Miriam were separated from their parents and other siblings, selected as subjects for Dr. Mengele's infamous medical experiments. During the course of the war, Mengele would experiment on 3,000 twins. Only 160 would survive--including Eva and Miriam. Writing with her friend Danica Davidson, Eva reveals how two young girls were able to survive the unimaginable cruelty of the Nazi regime, while also eventually finding healing and the capacity to forgive. Spare and poignant, I Will Protect You is a vital memoir of survival, loss, and forgiveness. Read more

On Passover, Jewish people all over the world celebrate their freedom from slavery and their beginnings as a great nation.  This simple introduction to the Passover story pairs an engaging retelling with bold illustrations, perfect for young readers. One of the most significant holidays in Jewish tradition, Passover commemorates Moses leading his people out of slavery in Egypt.  The Story of Passover recounts the major events of the story in dramatic but accessible language, from Jacob settling in Egypt to the miraculous parting of the Red Sea.  The text and images have been vetted for accuracy by a rabbinical authority, and the book includes an author's note about the modern Passover celebration, the seder, and how the different parts of the meal symbolize elements of the story. Read more

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about legendary music icon, Barbra Streisand. Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers—as well as fans of all ages!This Little Golden Book about Barbra Streisand--the EGOT-winning singer, actress, and director, and star of Funny Girl and Hello, Dolly!--is an inspiring read-aloud for young readers.Look for more Little Golden Book biographies:Dolly PartonTaylor SwiftJulie AndrewsBeyoncé Read more

Thirty-six mini biographies of groundbreaking, outspoken, odds-defying Jewish women explore their fascinating lives, as well as the ways in which they were shaped by their heritage.Probing the lives of historic icons like Anne Frank and Emma Goldman to contemporary heroines such as Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Janet Yellen the book also provides an overview of modern Jewish history. Subjects ranging from Anna Freud, the founder of psychoanalytic child psychology to fashion mogul Diane von Furstenberg to comedian Sarah Silverman offer a fascinating window into the ways Jewish women have approached their fields and embraced their identities. The captivating stories of luminaries from the worlds of politics, literature, activism, the arts, business, science, and more show how these women—in many cases—overcame the obstacles of being both Jewish and female to make their unique mark, and how being Jewish impacted their journeys. Read more

Do you know how much Hashem loves you? If you don't, then just start thinking ... Think about everything Hashem gives you. Think about everything He does for you. Think about how He's always thinking about you. If you spend time thinking about these things, then before long ... You'll start to love Hashem, too! And this book will help you do it! Read more

Give me your tired,  your poorYour huddled masses yearning to breathe free...Who wrote these words?  And why? In 1883, Emma Lazarus, deeply moved by an influx of immigrants from Eastern Europe, wrote a sonnet that was to give voice to the Statue of Liberty.  Originally a gift from France to celebrate our shared national struggles for liberty, the Statue, thanks to Emma's poem, slowly came to shape our hearts, defining us as a nation that welcomes and gives refuge to those who come to our shores.  This title has been selected as a Common Core Text Exemplar (Grades 4-5, Poetry) Read more