Books by Caryn Yacowitz

Caryn Yacowitz writes picture books and middle grade for ages 3–8, exploring themes of judaism & jewish faith, love & family, animals.

Standalone Books

Baby Moses in a Basket

Caryn Yacowitz

For the child who needs to feel safe and watched over, this poetic retelling shows how the natural world and a mother's

Ages 3–7

Shoshi's Shabbat

Caryn Yacowitz

For the child (or parent) who needs a reminder to slow down, this gentle tale explores the beauty of a weekly rest throu

Ages 4–8

I Know an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Dreidel

Caryn Yacowitz

Giggle along as a hungry grandmother swallows everything from latkes and brisket to a whole menorah in this silly Chanuk

Ages 3–8

By Age Range

Ages 0–3

2 books

Ages 4–7

3 books

Ages 8–11

2 books

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Understanding Dogs

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Signs of Survival: A Memoir of the Holocaust

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Had Gadya: A Passover Song

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Sacred Places

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Runaway Horse!