Sunday, February 13, 2022

The Christmas Mitzvah by Jeff Gottesfeld and Michelle Laurentia Agatha - ESSENTIAL

The Christmas Mitzvah by Jeff Gottesfeld, illustrated by Michelle Laurentia Agatha
PICTURE BOOK. Creston Books, 2021. $19. 9781939547941 

BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3) - ESSENTIAL 

AUDIENCE APPEAL: AVERAGE 

Al Rosen was a Jewish man who spent his Christmas Eves taking over the work of a Christian so they could be with their families. Over the years, he did so many different jobs and became a local legend. 

This is a wonderful story - what a terrific thing for him to do. Now, Jeff Gottesfeld's story telling was fantastic! I loved how all the different jobs were named in such a fun and lyrical manner, and Agatha's illustrations were the perfect complement. I can't wait for the Christmas/Hanukkah season to start recommending The Christmas Mitzvah.

Lisa Librarian

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