Passover Books for Kids
The story of Passover is one of the most powerful in religious history, celebrating freedom, traditions, and resilience in the face of persecution. The Passover books for kids included below celebrate these universal themes, welcoming friends and neighbors into the celebration and sharing creative new ways that the Passover traditions can be understood and enjoyed by a new generation.
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Passover Books for Kids
Enjoy these Passover books for kids, teaching the story of Passover and how it is celebrated!
This picture book is an invitation for us all to learn about Passover and the importance of community. Hannah and her family invite a diverse group of friends to join them for the Passover seder dinner. Hannah is careful to explain the meaning of Passover in simple terms: Passover means spring, freedom, good food, and so on. In this way, each family that arrives is able to connect Passover to their own traditions. A Korean family brings bitter kimchi, and an African-American family brings sheet music for a spiritual about Moses. In addition to being a great introduction to the history of Passover and how it is commemorated, this book also proves the point that our differences can serve to unite us rather than divide us, if we are open to making the connections and inviting others into our traditions.
Buy An Invitation to Passover on Amazon or Bookshop
Families who want their children engaged and active participants in Passover celebrations will clamor for this creative book. Updated from the original 2020 edition, this haggadah (the text for the Passover seder meal) is designed with families in mind. For example, it includes ideas for making homemade decorations and kid-friendly explanations of each of the customs. With bright, colorful illustrations, the book guides families through the steps of the seder and the Passover story itself, with all major sections written in Hebrew, a transliteration, and an English translation.
Buy Why On This Night?: A Passover Haggadah for Family Celebration on Amazon or Bookshop
This short story collection features beloved authors from a variety of Jewish traditions and backgrounds. Each interprets one stage in the Passover seder meal in their own creative way. The collection includes fiction and non-fiction, verse and prose. Some are very modern, while some send readers back into history. In other words, there is sure to be something for everyone! The stories reflect the diversity of Jewish experiences and the varied communities from around the world. Each story also includes questions that reflect the pattern of the Four Questions of the seder meal. A unique collection that is perfect for older kids ready to take a deeper dive into the themes of Passover.
Buy On All Other Nights: A Passover Celebration in 14 Stories on Amazon or Bookshop
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