Children's Literature

0 Culture Education

The Small But Mighty Power of Jewish Board Books

Sarah Aroeste in Kveller · 13 Nov

Jewish board books, designed for young children, encapsulate profound cultural and educational significance in their seemingly simple pages.

0 Culture Politics

A Charming Children’s Book Emerges From the Devastation of October 7

Frances Brent in Moment · 23 Oct

"Yarena," a poignant children's book by Chaim Peri, intertwines simplicity and beauty with deep emotional undertones given the author's tragic fate.

0 Television/Film Antisemitism

This feels like the last word on Roald Dahl’s hatred of the Jews

Jewish Chronicle · 9 Oct

Mark Rosenblatt's play 'Giant,' staged at the Royal Court Theatre, tackles the complex and troubling legacy of Roald Dahl, a celebrated 20th-century children's author known for his antisemitic views.

0 Television/Film Holocaust

‘White Bird’ stars Helen Mirren as a Holocaust survivor who teaches her grandson about kindness

Shira Li Bartov in JTA · 4 Oct

"White Bird," a Holocaust-themed film starring Helen Mirren, presents a compelling story aimed at teaching children about empathy and morality.

0 Literature History

This children’s author puts Israel centre stage – in a positive way

Jewish Chronicle · 15 May

Erica Lyons, a children's author and history enthusiast, gained unexpected recognition for putting Israel in a positive light through her books.

0 Culture Israel

Out of Africa: a smashing children’s tale for Passover

Jewish Chronicle · 17 Apr

"Workitu's Passover" is a children's picture book based on the author's childhood in Ethiopia, where the tradition of smashing chametz vessels before Passover and reshaping them symbolizes continuity of Jewish traditions from generation to generation.

0 Holidays Literature

A superhero, a scientist and a T. rex who scares his seder guests star in 2024’s new Passover children’s books

Penny Schwartz in Forward · 18 Mar

New Passover children's books released in 2024 feature a diverse range of themes and characters, including a superhero, a scientist, a T. rex hosting a seder, Jewish bears, and more.

0 Holocaust Literature

How Jewish refugees changed British childhood

David Herman in Jewish Chronicle · 12 Mar

A book titled "Innocence and Experience: Childhood and the Refugees from Nazism in Britain" edited by Charmian Brinson and Anna Nyburg delves into the impact of Jewish refugees from Nazism on British childhood.

0 Literature History

Yes, That’s a Jewish Doctor in the Children’s Classic ‘Madeline’

Molly Tolsky in Kveller · 8 Mar

The classic children's book "Madeline" by Ludwig Bemelmans features a Jewish doctor named Dr. Cohn who cares for Madeline when she is sick.

0 Literature History

Angela Kiverstein rounds up good books for kids

Angela Kiverstein in Jewish Chronicle · 27 Feb

Angela Kiverstein recommends several engaging books for young readers.

0 Literature Culture

Jewish Author Bess Kalb Wants to Make Your Kids Laugh

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 6 Feb

Jewish author Bess Kalb has written a children's book called "Buffalo Fluffalo" that aims to make kids laugh and feel comforted.

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All the Rosh Hashanah Gifts You Need

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 1 Sep 2023

With Rosh Hashanah approaching, Jewish gift options are being explored.

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Roald Dahl museum apologizes for the children's author's antisemitism, racism

LMarkoe in Forward · 19 Jul 2023

The Roald Dahl museum in Great Missenden, UK, has publicly acknowledged the author's racism and antisemitism and expressed support for the apology made by Dahl's family in 2020.

0 Culture Antisemitism

This kids' book wiped Israel off the map. Now it's wiped off Indigo bookshelves

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 16 Dec 2021

The controversy surrounding a children's book titled "Amazing Women of the Middle East" which omitted the mention of Israel, labeling it as Palestine, led to its removal from Indigo bookshelves in Canada following public outcry.

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Czech illustrator Peter Sís is sharing hard stories with children. Here’s why

Forward · 27 Jan 2021

Peter Sis, a Czech illustrator and author of children's books, has recently released a new book titled "Nicky and Vera."

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Who Doesn’t Love Roald Dahl?

Dara Horn in Jewish Review of Books · 4 Dec 2020

The article discusses Roald Dahl, a beloved children's author, and exposes his history of antisemitism, misogyny, and racism.

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How Do You Say ‘Quidditch’ in Yiddish?

Yair Rosenberg in Tablet · 6 Feb 2020

The official Yiddish translation of the first Harry Potter book, "Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone," has been released nearly 23 years after the original publication, thanks to Indian-American Orthodox Jewish translator Arun Viswanath and Swedish publisher Nikolaj Olniansky.

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2019’s Best Holocaust Books for Kids

Marjorie Ingall in Tablet · 24 Jan 2020

In 2019, a notable amount of 27 Holocaust books for kids and teens were published, prompting a reflection on the dominating presence of Holocaust narratives in Jewish literature, overshadowing other aspects of Jewish identity.

0 History Gender/Identity

Clara Lemlich’s Legacy Continues To Be an Inspiration for Change

Emily Schneider in Tablet · 5 Jul 2017

"Clara Lemlich's Legacy Continues To Be an Inspiration for Change" highlights the release of Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger's children's book, "She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World," which focuses on extraordinary women who demonstrated persistence and achievement.

0 Literature Culture

Judy Blume To Receive Lifetime Achievement Award

Miranda Cooper in Tablet · 13 Apr 2017

Judy Blume, a highly acclaimed author, will be honored with the E.B. White Award for children's literature by the American Academy of Arts and Letters, including a $10,000 prize.

0 Literature Culture

Stay in Your Lane, Elf

Marjorie Ingall in Tablet · 27 Sep 2016

"Shmelf the Hanukkah Elf" by Greg Wolfe and Howard McWilliam is a new picture book that has raised controversy for its portrayal of a Jewish family and the blending of Christmas and Hanukkah traditions.

0 Literature Philosophy

Kafka at Bedtime

Rebecca Schuman in Jewish Review of Books · 25 Nov 2013

"Kafka at Bedtime" discusses two recent works based on the writings of Franz Kafka.

0 Literature Holocaust

Herself Included

Sara Ivry in Tablet · 16 Feb 2012

The article reflects on Judy Blume's book "Starring Sally J. Freedman as Herself," which tells the story of a young Jewish girl in Miami Beach who fantasizes about Adolf Hitler living incognito as an elderly Jew in Florida.

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Tag: Children's Literature