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Age Range
5 - 8
Genre
folktale
Copyright Year
2005-12-13
Page Count
32
Publisher
August House
Grade Level
K - 3rd
ISBN
9780874837551
Lexile
AD500
Themes
caring
responsibility
community

Feathers: A Jewish Tale from Eastern Europe

Written by Heather Forest and Illustrated by Marcia Cutchin

Feathers: A Jewish Tale from Eastern Europe is a beautifully illustrated children's picture book that teaches a timeless lesson about the dangers of gossip. In this rhythmic retelling of a traditional Jewish folktale, a wise rabbi uses a clever challenge involving feathers to show a villager that words spoken in haste can never be taken back. Set in a vibrant Eastern European shtetl, this story is perfect for parents and educators looking to teach kids about trustworthiness, citizenship, and caring. It serves as a gentle yet powerful reminder of how our words affect our community and the people around us.

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Age Range
5 - 8
Genre
folktale
Copyright Year
2005-12-13
Page Count
32
Publisher
August House
Grade Level
K - 3rd
ISBN
9780874837551
Lexile
AD500
Themes
caring
responsibility
community
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