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• Golem Goes to Camp

  Gutnick, Todd,

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  A humorous and heartwarming story that follows the lovable, clumsy Golem as he navigates the challenges and adventures of summer camp, blending Jewish folklore with fun-filled camp experiences. Illustrated by Ruth Bennett. Early reader. All…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The House on the Canal

  the Story of the House That Hid Anne Frank

  Harding, Thomas, 1968-

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  A moving story that tells the history of the building that Anne Frank lived in before being captured by Nazi soldiers. In her diary she called it 'the old house on the canal.' Illustrated by Britta Teckentrup. Juvenile picture book. All formats.

• I Am Jewish

  Silver, Erin, 1980-

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  A thoughtful introduction to Jewish identity, exploring its rich traditions, values, and cultural heritage through the eyes of young readers. Juvenile nonfiction. All formats.

• Joyful Song

  a Naming Story

  Newman, Lesléa,

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  Zachary is so excited for his baby sister's naming ceremony, that he invites the whole neighbourhood! What will she be called? Illustrated by Susan Gal. Juvenile picture book. All formats.

• The Light Keeper

  Baslaw, Sheila,

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  Shmuel's life changes when electricity arrives in his small town. Can he overcome his fear of heights to fix a broken street lamp, and help his family along the way? Illustrated by Alice Priestley. Juvenile picture book. All formats.

• The Midnight Mitzvah

  Horowitz, Ruth,

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  Hanina Chipmunk knows it's a mitzvah to help others... but how can she give food to her hungry friend without making her feel embarrassed? Illustrated by Jenny Meilihove. Juvenile nonfiction. All formats.

• One Small Spark

  a Tikkun Olam Story

  Spiro, Ruth,

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  An inspiring tale that teaches children the power of small actions in making a big difference and how kindness and community can help heal the world through the Jewish value of Tikkun Olam. Illustrated by Victoria Tentler-Krylov. Juvenile picture…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Peacock

  MacLeod, Jennifer Tzivia,

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  In 1947 Toronto, while her father is away in Europe helping Jewish refugees immigrate to Canada, a young girl finds a way to remove an annoying peacock who has 'moved' into her backyard. Early reader. All formats.

• Rising

  Ludwig, Sidura

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  A child and his mother make challah for Shabbat, in this beautifully illustrated, poetically mindful story. Illustrated by Sophia Vincent Guy. Juvenile picture book. All formats.

• She's a Mensch!

  Ten Amazing Jewish Women

  Dublin, Anne,

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  Learn about ten Jewish women who have made a difference, including scientists, authors, artists, activists, athletes, and adventurers! Juvenile nonfiction. All formats.

• Sweet Babe!

  Rosenthal, Robin (Illustrator),

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  An exuberant picture book which honours the precious bond between grandparents and their grandbabies and celebrates Yiddish and Jewish joy. Juvenile picture book. All formats.

• Two Tribes

  Bowen Cohen, Emily,

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  In this profound graphic novel, Jewish-Muscogee tween Mia struggles with feeling like she doesn't belong. Can she learn to accept and feel empowered by her ancestry and communities? Juvenile graphic novel. All formats.

• We Belong Here

  Wishinsky, Frieda,

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  Soon after the end of World War II, a Jewish girl and Japanese boy in Canada, work together to save their parents' livelihoods and build a community along the way. Illustrated by Ruth Ohi. Juvenile picture book. All formats.

• When We Flew Away

  a Novel of Anne Frank, Before the Diary

  Hoffman, Alice,

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  The gripping story of Anne Frank's early years and the formative experiences that shaped her into the insightful and courageous young woman who would later become known worldwide through her diary. Juvenile fiction. All formats.

• Zevi Takes the Spotlight

  Matas, Carol, 1949-

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  Using his psychic powers, 13-year-old Zevi tries to save a famous actor's life on a movie set. Juvenile fiction. All formats.