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From: Queeline at aol.com <Queeline>
Date: Wed, 16 May 2007 22:50:37 EDT
If I may, I'd like to add a plug for "Liberty on 23rd Street," my own chapter book about an immigrant girl in 1880s New York (Silver Moon Press, 2006). Here's the review from Jewish Book World Magazine:
Emma Kagen is a Jewish girl, growing up in New York City in 1885. Emma is hired by a local haberdashery to deliver a hat to a department store across town. Despite a few setbacks along the way, she establishes a friendship with a homeless African American boy named Ambrose. Emma is also interested in the city's fundraising for a pedestal for the Statue of Liberty - an effort in which she and Ambrose become unexpectedly involved. Emma is an appealing character who comes across as a real girl, not unrealistically heroic, but strong, capable, and likeable. Her family exemplifies Jewish life during this time period. After hearing a tale from her father, Emma believes that she is protected by a magical golem. The story is peppered with Yiddish words. There are references to the progroms in Russia, and family members still hoping to immigrate to America. The descriptions of the city are vivid and compelling. Without being preachy, Liberty on 23rd Street offers a history lesson about New York City, the Statue of Liberty, as well as the struggle of African Americans during this time period. Liberty on 23rd Street has the flavor and appeal of an American Girl book, and is a worthwhile read for both Jewish and non-Jewish readers. For ages 8-12.
OK, I'll go back to lurking now!
Thanks--
Jackie Glasthal
In a message dated 5/8/2007 2:44:14 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, csteward at aclibrary.org writes:
Oh, I love that book! And I'd also like to mention one of my all-time favorites: The Hundred Dresses by Eleanor Estes--I used it for a second grade book club title.
Celeste Steward, Collection Development Librarian Alameda County Library 2450 Stevenson Blvd. Fremont, CA 94538
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[mailto:ccbc-net-bounces at ccbc.education.wisc.edu] On Behalf Of angelica carpenter Sent: Tuesday, May 08, 2007 11:24 AM To: ccbc-net at ccbc.education.wisc.edu Subject: [CCBC-Net] When Jessie Came Across the Sea
Dear all,
I think I've written about this book before, but it is so moving that I never miss the chance to recommend it: When Jessie Came Across the Sea by Amy Hest. I have used this picture book with children, with teenagers
(it is about a teenager), and also with elderly Jewish patrons at a public library in Florida. The old people remembered (or remembered family stories about) coming to New York as children and working to bring family members over, one by one. Because of the beautiful writing and equally beautiful illustrations by P.J. Lynch, this books works on many levels. I can't read it aloud without crying but luckily I don't have to do this any more!
Best wishes,
Angelica Carpenter, Curator
Arne Nixon Center for the Study of Children's Literature
California State University, Fresno
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Received on Wed 16 May 2007 09:50:37 PM CDT
Date: Wed, 16 May 2007 22:50:37 EDT
If I may, I'd like to add a plug for "Liberty on 23rd Street," my own chapter book about an immigrant girl in 1880s New York (Silver Moon Press, 2006). Here's the review from Jewish Book World Magazine:
Emma Kagen is a Jewish girl, growing up in New York City in 1885. Emma is hired by a local haberdashery to deliver a hat to a department store across town. Despite a few setbacks along the way, she establishes a friendship with a homeless African American boy named Ambrose. Emma is also interested in the city's fundraising for a pedestal for the Statue of Liberty - an effort in which she and Ambrose become unexpectedly involved. Emma is an appealing character who comes across as a real girl, not unrealistically heroic, but strong, capable, and likeable. Her family exemplifies Jewish life during this time period. After hearing a tale from her father, Emma believes that she is protected by a magical golem. The story is peppered with Yiddish words. There are references to the progroms in Russia, and family members still hoping to immigrate to America. The descriptions of the city are vivid and compelling. Without being preachy, Liberty on 23rd Street offers a history lesson about New York City, the Statue of Liberty, as well as the struggle of African Americans during this time period. Liberty on 23rd Street has the flavor and appeal of an American Girl book, and is a worthwhile read for both Jewish and non-Jewish readers. For ages 8-12.
OK, I'll go back to lurking now!
Thanks--
Jackie Glasthal
In a message dated 5/8/2007 2:44:14 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, csteward at aclibrary.org writes:
Oh, I love that book! And I'd also like to mention one of my all-time favorites: The Hundred Dresses by Eleanor Estes--I used it for a second grade book club title.
Celeste Steward, Collection Development Librarian Alameda County Library 2450 Stevenson Blvd. Fremont, CA 94538
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[mailto:ccbc-net-bounces at ccbc.education.wisc.edu] On Behalf Of angelica carpenter Sent: Tuesday, May 08, 2007 11:24 AM To: ccbc-net at ccbc.education.wisc.edu Subject: [CCBC-Net] When Jessie Came Across the Sea
Dear all,
I think I've written about this book before, but it is so moving that I never miss the chance to recommend it: When Jessie Came Across the Sea by Amy Hest. I have used this picture book with children, with teenagers
(it is about a teenager), and also with elderly Jewish patrons at a public library in Florida. The old people remembered (or remembered family stories about) coming to New York as children and working to bring family members over, one by one. Because of the beautiful writing and equally beautiful illustrations by P.J. Lynch, this books works on many levels. I can't read it aloud without crying but luckily I don't have to do this any more!
Best wishes,
Angelica Carpenter, Curator
Arne Nixon Center for the Study of Children's Literature
California State University, Fresno
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