Set in Uganda in the Abayudaya Jewish community, which has been practicing Judaism since the 1920’s (as I learned in the informative backmatter), The Very Best Sukkah written by Shoshana Nambi, Illustrated by Moran Yogev,
tells the story of Shoshi and her brothers who hope that the Sukkah they build will be chosen as the best one in their community. It’s a friendly competition amongst neighbors though jealousy rears its head over one particular Sukkah and the materials used to build it. The Rabbi gathers the community and kindly talks to them about their feelings. And in the aftermath of a storm, we see the true spirit of the Abayudaya community. The illustrations are bold with deep lush colors that richly portray the people and the setting. While this book shares Jewish customs and traditions, I think it is a story for all readers. Even though a community Sukkah building competition could occur, it has not been a part of my Sukkot tradition or of other people I know. The Very Best Sukkah: A Story from Uganda, has won the inaugural 2023 National Jewish Book Award category: Children’s Picture Book Tracy and Larry Brown Family Award . This book was gifted for a review as part of Multicultural Children's Book Day. #ReadYourWorld If you purchase this book, please purchase directly from the publisher Kalaniot Books or Click here to find your local bookseller or Bookshop.org
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Multicultural Children’s Book Day 2023 (1/26/22) is in its 10th year! This non-profit children’s literacy initiative was founded by Valarie Budayr and Mia Wenjen; two diverse book-loving moms who saw a need to shine the spotlight on all of the multicultural books and authors on the market while also working to get those books into the hands of young readers and educators. Ten years in, MCBD’s mission is to raise awareness of the ongoing need to include kids’ books that celebrate diversity in homes and school bookshelves continues. MCBD 2023 is honored to be Supported by these Medallion Sponsors! FOUNDER’S CIRCLE: Mia Wenjen (Pragmaticmom) and Valarie Budayr’s (Audreypress.com) ? Super Platinum Sponsor: Author Deedee Cummings and Make A Way Media ? Platinum Sponsors: Language Lizard Bilingual Books in 50+ Languages ? Gold Sponsors: Interlink Books, Publisher Spotlight ? Silver Sponsors: Cardinal Rule Press, Lee & Low, Barefoot Books, Kimberly Gordon Biddle ? Bronze Sponsors: Vivian Kirkfield, Patrice McLaurin , Quarto Group, Carole P. Roman, Star Bright Books, Redfin.com, Redfin Canada, Bay Equity Home Loans, Rent.com, Title Forward MCBD 2023 is honored to be Supported by these Author Sponsors! Authors: Sivan Hong, Amanda Hsiung-Blodgett, Josh Funk , Stephanie M. Wildman, Gwen Jackson, Diana Huang, Afsaneh Moradian, Kathleen Burkinshaw, Eugenia Chu, Jacqueline Jules, Alejandra Domenzain, Gaia Cornwall, Ruth Spiro, Evelyn Sanchez-Toledo, Tonya Duncan Ellis, Kiyanda and Benjamin Young/Twin Powers Books, Kimberly Lee , Tameka Fryer Brown, Talia Aikens-Nuñez, Marcia Argueta Mickelson, Kerry O’Malley Cerra, Jennie Liu, Heather Murphy Capps, Diane Wilson, Sun Yung Shin, Shannon Gibney, John Coy, Irene Latham and Charles Waters, Maritza M Mejia, Lois Petren, J.C. Kato and J.C.², CultureGroove, Lindsey Rowe Parker, Red Comet Press, Shifa Saltagi Safadi, Nancy Tupper Ling, Deborah Acio, Asha Hagood, Priya Kumari, Chris Singleton, Padma Venkatraman, Teresa Robeson, Valerie Williams-Sanchez and Valorena Publishing, Martha Seif Simpson, Rochelle Melander, Alva Sachs, Moni Ritchie Hadley, Gea Meijering, Frances Díaz Evans, Michael Genhart, Angela H. Dale, Courtney Kelly, Queenbe Monyei, Jamia Wilson, Charnaie Gordon, Debbie Ridpath Ohi, Debbie Zapata, Jacquetta Nammar Feldman, Natasha Yim, Tracy T. Agnelli, Kitty Feld, Anna Maria DiDio, Ko Kim, Shachi Kaushik MCBD 2023 is Honored to be Supported by our CoHosts and Global CoHosts! MCBD 2023 is Honored to be Supported by these Media Partners! Check out MCBD's Multicultural Books for Kids Pinterest Board! ? FREE RESOURCES from Multicultural Children’s Book Day
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Sumo Joe written by Mia Wenjen, Illustrated by Nat Iwata is a simple sweet rhyming story about big brother Sumo Joe practicing Sumo moves with his friends while his little sister goes to Aikido. Readers learn about Sumo traditions while watching them practice. When his little sister comes home, she becomes Aikido Jo and a match with her gentle, strong big brother ensues. The illustrations are clear and uncomplicated with a soft color palette that feel peaceful and complement the text. Explanation of moves and other traditions are explained in the Backmatter. This book was gifted for a review as part of Multicultural Children's Book Day. #ReadYourWorld
If you purchase this book, please purchase directly from the publisher Lee & Low Books or Click here to find your local bookseller or Bookshop.org
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Multicultural Children’s Book Day 2023 (1/26/22) is in its 10th year! This non-profit children’s literacy initiative was founded by Valarie Budayr and Mia Wenjen; two diverse book-loving moms who saw a need to shine the spotlight on all of the multicultural books and authors on the market while also working to get those books into the hands of young readers and educators. Ten years in, MCBD’s mission is to raise awareness of the ongoing need to include kids’ books that celebrate diversity in homes and school bookshelves continues. MCBD 2023 is honored to be Supported by these Medallion Sponsors! FOUNDER’S CIRCLE: Mia Wenjen (Pragmaticmom) and Valarie Budayr’s (Audreypress.com) ? Super Platinum Sponsor: Author Deedee Cummings and Make A Way Media ? Platinum Sponsors: Language Lizard Bilingual Books in 50+ Languages ? Gold Sponsors: Interlink Books, Publisher Spotlight ? Silver Sponsors: Cardinal Rule Press, Lee & Low, Barefoot Books, Kimberly Gordon Biddle ? Bronze Sponsors: Vivian Kirkfield, Patrice McLaurin , Quarto Group, Carole P. Roman, Star Bright Books, Redfin.com, Redfin Canada, Bay Equity Home Loans, Rent.com, Title Forward MCBD 2023 is honored to be Supported by these Author Sponsors! Authors: Sivan Hong, Amanda Hsiung-Blodgett, Josh Funk , Stephanie M. Wildman, Gwen Jackson, Diana Huang, Afsaneh Moradian, Kathleen Burkinshaw, Eugenia Chu, Jacqueline Jules, Alejandra Domenzain, Gaia Cornwall, Ruth Spiro, Evelyn Sanchez-Toledo, Tonya Duncan Ellis, Kiyanda and Benjamin Young/Twin Powers Books, Kimberly Lee , Tameka Fryer Brown, Talia Aikens-Nuñez, Marcia Argueta Mickelson, Kerry O’Malley Cerra, Jennie Liu, Heather Murphy Capps, Diane Wilson, Sun Yung Shin, Shannon Gibney, John Coy, Irene Latham and Charles Waters, Maritza M Mejia, Lois Petren, J.C. Kato and J.C.², CultureGroove, Lindsey Rowe Parker, Red Comet Press, Shifa Saltagi Safadi, Nancy Tupper Ling, Deborah Acio, Asha Hagood, Priya Kumari, Chris Singleton, Padma Venkatraman, Teresa Robeson, Valerie Williams-Sanchez and Valorena Publishing, Martha Seif Simpson, Rochelle Melander, Alva Sachs, Moni Ritchie Hadley, Gea Meijering, Frances Díaz Evans, Michael Genhart, Angela H. Dale, Courtney Kelly, Queenbe Monyei, Jamia Wilson, Charnaie Gordon, Debbie Ridpath Ohi, Debbie Zapata, Jacquetta Nammar Feldman, Natasha Yim, Tracy T. Agnelli, Kitty Feld, Anna Maria DiDio, Ko Kim, Shachi Kaushik MCBD 2023 is Honored to be Supported by our CoHosts and Global CoHosts! MCBD 2023 is Honored to be Supported by these Media Partners! Check out MCBD's Multicultural Books for Kids Pinterest Board! ? FREE RESOURCES from Multicultural Children’s Book Day |
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