About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling the weight of financial stress at home or struggling to understand why some families have less than others. Set during the Great Depression, this story follows a young girl who believes her family's poverty will prevent them from celebrating Passover. Through a chance encounter with a mysterious magician, she discovers that community and wonder can provide a feast even when the cupboards are bare. It is a beautiful way to discuss how traditions can provide comfort during hard times. The Chagall-inspired artwork adds a dreamlike quality that elevates the story from a historical lesson to a magical experience. It is perfectly suited for children aged 4 to 8, offering a gentle entry point into conversations about resilience, faith, and the power of a shared meal.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book addresses poverty and food insecurity directly but through a historical lens. The resolution is magical and hopeful, rooted in Jewish folklore and the religious tradition of welcoming the stranger (Elijah). It is a religious approach to a social issue, focusing on the miraculous over the systemic.
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