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Robot Shabbat
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- Book Synopsis
- "A fun sci-fi take on the tradition of Shabbat, sure to have youngsters joining in with the sound effects." -School Library Journal An introduction to the traditions of Shabbat, the Jewish day of rest, with a Jetsons twist!In preparation for the weekly Sabbath dinner and celebration, a young girl builds a robot from household junk. The girl and robot become quick friends, vrooming around the space colony, baking challah, making matzah ball soup and getting ready to celebrate with family. Together, the girl and robot light the Shabbat candles and sing the blessings. A science fiction Shabbat, told in fun rhyme with an emphasis on noticing sounds.An author's note explaining Shabbat makes this a fun-filled introduction to this important Jewish ritual.
- About The Author
- Laura Gehl is the author of nearly two dozen popular picture books, board books, and early readers. Her books include One Big Pair of Underwear (Charlotte Zolotow Highly Commended Title, International Literacy Association Honor Book, Booklist Books for Youth Editors' Choice); the Peep and Egg series (Parents' Choice Recommendation, Amazon Editors' Pick, Children's Choice Book Award Finalist); My Pillow Keeps Moving (Junior Library Guild selection, New York Public Library Best Books of 2018 selection); I Got a Chicken for My Birthday (Kirkus Best Picture Books of 2018 selection); and Baby Astronaut (A Mighty Girl Best Book of 2019 selection). Laura lives in Chevy Chase, Maryland.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9781681156491
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- Apples & Honey Press, (12 November 2024)
- Number of Pages
- 24
- Weight
- 258 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 203 x 203 x 9 mm
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