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All it takes is one small voice to make space for everyone on the train.All aboard! The morning train is bustling with passengers chatting, laughing, and telling their favorite jokesuntil a great green crocodile squeezes into the car. Everyone grumbles, but no one dares to say a word except a tiny chick named Peep. With a brave heart and gentle manners, Peep steps forward to talk to the newcomerand discovers that the crocodile isn't scary at all, just shy and kind. Together, they show the other passengers that when we treat others as we wish to be treated, amazing things can happen. Told in lively rhyme with bright, whimsical illustrations, There's a Crocodile on This Train! celebrates courage, empathy, and the Jewish teaching from Pirkei Avot (2:10): ';May the honor of your fellow be as precious to you as your own honor.' A perfect read-aloud for classrooms, family story time, or any journey that invites new friends along the way.

The rich traditions of Passover come alive in this contemporary family haggadah. Updated from the original 2000 edition, this holiday favorite is available again for families to treasure. As children and adults gather at the seder dinner to remember the Israelites' journey from slavery to freedom, this creative, yet authentic haggadah will guide and engage them. Lushly illustrated, with blessings and text of every major section of the haggadah in Hebrew, English translation, and transliteration, the welcoming and accessible style of Why On This Night? will make it a treasured seder companion year after year.

An inclusive Passover story that reflects real-world diversity and interfaith friendships. When Hannah's extended family isn't able to join her for their traditional Passover seder, she invites her diverse group of friends to experience the holiday with her. From Ha-joon's Korean kimchi, to Monique's hymn lyrics, each friend brings a bit of their own culture to the celebration. And with each guest the themes of freedom, hope, and thanks become more meaningful. A note tells the Passover story and a glossary defines vocabulary. This premuim paperback edition of An Invitation to Passover has additional content on the inside covers that is perfect to keep kids entertained during a seder. This book is an Association of Jewish Libraries Holiday Highlights Book and received positive reviews from School Library Journal and Kirkus Reviews. A free downloadable activity guide that highlights the themes in this book is available on the Kalaniot Books website.