Challah Day!
Challah Day! by Charlotte Offsay is a delightful children’s book published by Holiday House on August 1, 2023. This 40-page story is written in English and features a joyful, rhyming narrative that follows a family as they mix, knead, braid, and bake bread for dinner with their grandparents. Inspired by the author’s own memories of baking Challah with her children, the book celebrates the joy of sharing homemade food within a family setting.
Readers will find a charming exploration of Jewish traditions and the cultural significance of Challah. The story serves as both an introduction to Jewish culinary practices and a way to celebrate familiar customs. In addition to the engaging narrative, the book includes a Challah recipe and information about the cultural importance of this beloved bread. This edition provides a warm and inviting experience for families looking to create new traditions or enhance their understanding of Jewish culture.
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“An oasis of Jewish joy.” —School Library Journal
Baked with love! A family mixes, kneads, braids, and bakes bread for dinner with Grandma and Grandpa in this joyful, rhyming story.
Inspired by memories author Charlotte Offsay and illustrator Jason Kirschner have of baking Challah with their children, Challah Day celebrates the sweetness of sharing homemade food as a family.
Yeast and sugar – water’s warm,
mix and watch those bubbles form!
Crack the eggs – one… two… three… four
Extra if some hit the floor.
This read aloud can be a joyful introduction to a new culture or a cozy way to celebrate a familiar one. Perfect for any occasion as a holiday gift or the start of a new weekly tradition.
In the back of the book, read about the cultural importance of Challah and Jewish traditions. A Challah recipe is included.
“It’s time to make the challah, and this loving Jewish family is ready for a day of fun.”—Kirkus Reviews
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