The Passover Seder [Hardcover]

Emily Sper (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 3 and up

Touch, turn, open, and learn! This lively interactive guide to a Passover seder is a perfect introduction for children. Emily Sper is also the author-illustrator of Hanukkah: A Counting Book (F '01).

From the innovative creator of Hanukkah: A Counting Book in English, Hebrew, and Yiddish comes The Passover Seder. There's no other book like this in the marketplace! Along with a simple retelling of the Passover story, this novelty book takes readers through a hands-on seder experience. Open a Hagaddah; turn a seder plate to match symbolic foods; lift the napkin and "break" the middle matzah; touch matzah, parsley and a pillow; pour drops of wine to symbolize the ten plagues; help the Jews cross the Red Sea; search for the hidden afikomen; and open the door to welcome Elijah the Prophet.

Editorial Reviews

Review

...Emily Sper's book is a precursor to the family gathering, explaining the customs that the children will soon see. -- Suburban Chicago Newspapers

...The use of Hebrew, in Hebrew type and transliterated, gives the beginning Hebrew student a challenge.... -- virtualjerusalem.com

A good read-aloud all year round...to remind children of the celebration that will come again each spring. -- Childrenslit.com

Besides being fun, this book has a uniquely personal feel that reaches to the heart and soul of its readers. -- Virtualjerusalem.com

Clever paper engineering turns The Passover Seder into interactive educational fun. Bold yet polished graphics ensure a strong visual appeal. -- Publishers Weekly, February 24, 2003

Sper's colorful novelty book provides a retelling of the Passover story and takes young readers through a hands-on seder experience. -- Newport This Week

Youngsters can spin the seder plate, read the Four Questions and hunt for the piece of matzah... -- The Salt Lake Tribune

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 3 and up
  
• Hardcover: 24 pages
• Publisher: Cartwheel (February 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0439443121
• ISBN-13: 978-0439443128
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #757,218 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #96 in Books > Children's Books > Religions > Judaism

More About the Author

Emily Sper writes, illustrates, and designs children's books and games. "Hanukkah: A Counting Book" (2001), "The Passover Seder" (2003),and "The Kids' Fun Book of Jewish Time" (2006) quickly became "classics" and favorites of children and parents.

In 2004 she created "Hanukkah Card Games" so families would have another fun game to play together when they were done spinning dreidels. To her surprise, families play all year long! "Passover Go Fish" and "Jewish Holidays Go Fish" followed. Check them out on Amazon!

A graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design (B.F.A.), New York University (M.A.), and Hebrew College (Me'ah), Emily divides her time among creating fun books and games (www.emilysper.com), graphic design (www.blueirisdesign), fine art photography (www.emilysperphoto.com), and visiting schools to talk about books and bookmaking. She lives in the Boston area.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant!! Innovative!!, March 13, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: The Passover Seder (Hardcover)

This is not just a children's Passover book, it is a sensory experience. The bright beautiful illustrations are a visual feast, and are accompanied by a variety of hands-on activities to keep a child fully engaged while he or she learns about a traditional seder and the story of Passover. I highly recommend this book to anyone seeking a Passover experience.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun, engaging, colorful!, June 19, 2005

By 

Jordan's Mom (Massachusetts) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Passover Seder (Hardcover)

Sper's book is a delight. The Passover story is told with lots of opportunities for kids to interact: finding the hidden afikoman, helping the Jewish people cross the Red Sea, feeling the karpas, opening the door for Elijah, for example. The illustrations are simple and bright, and the text is engaging. The perfect gift for a child!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantistic Passover book for children!, June 24, 2005

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S. Bernstein (Boston) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Passover Seder (Hardcover)

I loved this book, both as a parent and religious school teacher. The pictures are creative, clear and engaging. The text is a delightful telling of the Passover story. A great gift for children old enough to read themselves as well as a wonderful book children will want you to read to them. I highly recommend this book!