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Age Range
9 - 12
Genre
historical fiction
Copyright Year
2013-01-01
Page Count
80
Publisher
Barefoot Books
Grade Level
4th - 7th
ISBN
9781846868849
Lexile
AD870
Themes
Jewish culture & traditions
multicultural

The Barefoot Book of Jewish Tales

Written by Shoshana Boyd Gelfand and Illustrated by Amanda Hall

This book collects traditional Jewish folk stories gathered from many times and places that deal with important questions that challenge everyone.

Each engaging story, accompanied by Amanda Hall's vivid artwork, delivers a simple yet powerful message. Retold by Rabbi Shoshana Boyd Gelfand, herself a mother of three, this set of stories is perfect for families to share.

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The Barefoot Book of Jewish Tales: Guide for Educators

The Barefoot Book of Jewish Tales printable Guide for Educators provides suggestions for activating...

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Age Range
9 - 12
Genre
historical fiction
Copyright Year
2013-01-01
Page Count
80
Publisher
Barefoot Books
Grade Level
4th - 7th
ISBN
9781846868849
Lexile
AD870
Themes
Jewish culture & traditions
multicultural
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