Tot Shabbat [Board book]

Camille Kress (Author)

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

PreS. Simple descriptive statements and the traditional Jewish prayer of faith combine with soft, full-page watercolor paintings in a board book that, with a bit of parental input, can impart the glow of the Shabbat observance to the tiniest members of the family. Kress's illustrations focus on the symbols associated with the Sabbath?a pair of glowing candles, a steaming challah, a kiddush cup, the first stars of the evening?and a family embrace. What a lovely way to introduce this important weekly celebration to the youngest Jewish children.?Susan Scheps, Shaker Heights Public Library, OH
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From Booklist

Ages 2^-4. The Jewish Sabbath is introduced to little ones in this board book. The story, told in the first person by a young boy, describes candles burning, challah baking, and the peace of Shabbat. It ends with the prayer "Hear O Israel: / the Eternal is our God / the Eternal is One!" Simple and engaging, the book features dreamy watercolors that suit the serene mood. Ilene Cooper

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 2 and up
  
• Board book: 8 pages
• Publisher: Urj Press (February 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0807406074
• ISBN-13: 978-0807406076
• Product Dimensions: 7 x 7 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,565,336 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Shabbat Board Book, March 28, 2000

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Hamilton H. Lempert "Hamilton" (Cincinnati, Ohio) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Tot Shabbat (Board book)

My 15 month old son loves this book. It is very simple yet captures the feel of the Sabbath. He identifies the candles, challah and wine. Yet it is short enough to keep his attention. We read it over and over again, several times a day. We first borrowed this book from the library so now I am ordering him his own copy to read on Shabbat.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Favourite!, March 29, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Tot Shabbat (Board book)

This is, without question, my two-year-old's favourite book. It goes everywhere with her! Tot Shabbat presents the most familar of Sabbath objects and activies: the kiddush cup, challah, and ending with the Sh'ma. We think it's a great book!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tot Shabbat, April 7, 2005

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atibamanii (Philadelphia, PA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Tot Shabbat (Board book)

A simple, sweet introduction to Shabbat complete with Shabbat candles, challah and the sweet grapes for the Kiddush cup. "Shabbat peace is as warm as a big hug!" This last line, coupled with the soft watercolor illustrations, delivers what very young children need daily- the comforting feeling that spiritual celebrations with your family provide.