A Kids Book About Judaism
A Kids Book About Series
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What’s inside...
Part of the award-winning “A Kids Book About” series, this concise nonfiction title invites children to explore Judaism through history, culture, values, and everyday practice. Author M.M. Friedman, a Jewish educator, guides readers on a friendly journey from ancient stories to modern celebrations, highlighting core ideas such as community, kindness, and identity. Using clear language, bold design, and engaging questions, the book helps young readers understand what it means to be Jewish today and why those traditions continue to matter.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-9
Length
64 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Which Jewish value in the book feels most important to you?
How do holidays help people feel connected to family and friends?
What similarities do you see between Judaism and other traditions you know?
Why is asking questions a good way to learn about someone’s culture?
Tip: Role play these questions
Share a family tradition and compare its purpose to a Jewish holiday.
Act out a simple Shabbat blessing to make abstract ideas concrete.
Use the book’s questions to encourage respectful curiosity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Respect for different beliefs
Explanation: The book explains Judaism without judgment toward other faiths.
Real-World Application: Children practice listening and asking polite questions about others’ traditions.
Example Lesson: Community and belonging
Explanation: Stories of synagogue and holiday gatherings illustrate support networks.
Real-World Application: Kids look for ways to include peers in group activities.
Example Lesson: Tikkun olam (repairing the world)
Explanation: Examples show helping neighbors as a core Jewish value.
Real-World Application: Readers brainstorm small acts of kindness in their communities.
Example Lesson: Value of questioning
Explanation: The author invites kids to ask ‘why’ and ‘how.’
Real-World Application: Students feel empowered to seek understanding in class and at home.