Shabbat Shalom

Let's Rest and Reset

Illustrated by Suzy Ultman
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Board Book
$9.99 US
7.25"W x 7.31"H x 0.77"D  
On sale Feb 11, 2025 | 24 Pages | 9780593751930
Up to Preschool
Reading Level: Lexile AD670L | Fountas & Pinnell I

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Why do we celebrate Shabbat on Friday night? This charming, modern board book introduces the Jewish day of rest to curious young readers!

A SYDNEY TAYLOR BOOK AWARD WINNER

Learn the weekly traditions of Jewish Shabbat in this whimsical board book, part of the unique My First Books of Jewish Culture series! Incorporating both Jewish traditions and Jewish culture, offering a unique depiction of Judaism, author and artist Suzy Ultman melds her own Jewish upbringing with her current trend-setting aesthetic to create a much-needed series of gorgeous, appealing, and perfectly simple books that will inform and entertain Jewish and non-Jewish readers alike. With vibrant illustrations and text in bold, clear type, this board book is the perfect way to celebrate Judaism with the whole family!
Suzy Ultman has been creating toys and books for family and friends since childhood. A born storyteller, Suzy is an illustrator, product designer, toy creator, and bookmaker of sophisticated and simple objects that inspire and delight. Suzy’s signature products center connection, community, and finding your place within our global family. When she isn’t in her studio folding paper, designing textiles, or creating toys, she can be found strolling through antique shops, finding treasures at flea markets, and communing with nature. View titles by Suzy Ultman
2026 Sydney Taylor Book Award Winner

"A warm and accessible celebration of tradition, this is a first purchase for libraries." —School Library Journal

". . . [a] gentle, cheerful exploration of the Jewish weekly holiday of Shabbat . . ." —Horn Book Reviews
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Why do we celebrate Shabbat on Friday night? This charming, modern board book introduces the Jewish day of rest to curious young readers!

A SYDNEY TAYLOR BOOK AWARD WINNER

Learn the weekly traditions of Jewish Shabbat in this whimsical board book, part of the unique My First Books of Jewish Culture series! Incorporating both Jewish traditions and Jewish culture, offering a unique depiction of Judaism, author and artist Suzy Ultman melds her own Jewish upbringing with her current trend-setting aesthetic to create a much-needed series of gorgeous, appealing, and perfectly simple books that will inform and entertain Jewish and non-Jewish readers alike. With vibrant illustrations and text in bold, clear type, this board book is the perfect way to celebrate Judaism with the whole family!

Author

Suzy Ultman has been creating toys and books for family and friends since childhood. A born storyteller, Suzy is an illustrator, product designer, toy creator, and bookmaker of sophisticated and simple objects that inspire and delight. Suzy’s signature products center connection, community, and finding your place within our global family. When she isn’t in her studio folding paper, designing textiles, or creating toys, she can be found strolling through antique shops, finding treasures at flea markets, and communing with nature. View titles by Suzy Ultman

Praise

2026 Sydney Taylor Book Award Winner

"A warm and accessible celebration of tradition, this is a first purchase for libraries." —School Library Journal

". . . [a] gentle, cheerful exploration of the Jewish weekly holiday of Shabbat . . ." —Horn Book Reviews

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