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	We're Amazing, 1, 2, 3! by Leslie Kimmelman (Goodreads Author), MaryBeth Nelson (Illustrator) 4.33 avg rating — 431 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Trick Arrr Treat: A Pirate Halloween by Leslie Kimmelman (Goodreads Author), Jorge Monlongo (Illustrator) 3.61 avg rating — 345 ratings — published 2015 — 10 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Everybody Bonjours! by Leslie Kimmelman (Goodreads Author), Sarah McMenemy (Illustrator) 3.56 avg rating — 268 ratings — published 2008 — 12 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Hot Dog! Eleanor Roosevelt Throws a Picnic by Leslie Kimmelman (Goodreads Author), Victor Juhasz (Illustrator) 3.88 avg rating — 245 ratings — published 2014 — 7 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Little Red Hen and the Passover Matzah by Leslie Kimmelman (Goodreads Author), Paul Meisel (Goodreads Author) (Illustrator) 4.05 avg rating — 195 ratings — published 2010 — 7 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Family Forever: A Julia Storybook by Leslie Kimmelman (Goodreads Author), MaryBeth Nelson (Illustrator) 4.27 avg rating — 174 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A Valentine for Frankenstein by Leslie Kimmelman (Goodreads Author), Timothy Banks (Illustrator) 3.43 avg rating — 192 ratings — published 2018 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Eight Knights of Hanukkah by Leslie Kimmelman (Goodreads Author), Galia Bernstein (Goodreads Author) (Contributor) 3.81 avg rating — 156 ratings — published 2020 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Celebrate You! Celebrate Me! (Sesame Street): A Peek and Touch Book (123 Sesame Street) by Leslie Kimmelman (Goodreads Author), Tom Brannon (Illustrator) 3.90 avg rating — 102 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Three Bully Goats by Leslie Kimmelman (Goodreads Author), Will Terry (Illustrator) 3.36 avg rating — 116 ratings — published 2011 — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Leslie Kimmelman said: " A fascinating slice of history for young readers to dive into. Koffsky tells the story of President Harry Truman and his friend Eddie Jacobson, whose early friendship endured through their entire lives, despite the many differences in upbringing and ...more "

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Leslie Kimmelman rated a book it was amazing The Lions' Run by Sara Pennypacker	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Another gorgeous book from Sara Pennypacker. Historical fiction, it takes place in WWII France and tells the story (among other plotlines) of the Lebensborn--babies who were basically bred to be perfect Arayan specimens--a less-traveled subject of Ho ...more
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Leslie Kimmelman rated a book it was amazing Purim Possibilities by Barbara Kimmel (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A totally adorable Purim board book for the very youngest celebrants. Bouncy, perfectly scanning rhymes and exuberant, vibrant illustrations playfully present the holiday in a way that is fun and absolutely accessible. Why choose one Purim costume, w ...more
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Leslie Kimmelman rated a book it was amazing A Place to Pray by Doreen Klein Robinson (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Based on true events, this uplifting picture book tells the story of a church that suffered a devastating fire, and the synagogue that offered to share its space while the church rebuilt. Told through the eyes of two young children (one from each fai ...more
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Leslie Kimmelman rated a book it was amazing To See an Owl by Matthew Cordell	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Deceptively simple, and just plain gorgeous.
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Leslie Kimmelman has read The Miracle of Matzah Pizza: A Biblical Tall Tale by Ann D. Koffsky (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
When Sammy starts getting bored of matzah a few days into Passover, his Zaydee regales him with the ancient story of how Shmuel inadvertently discovered matzah pizza for the ancient Israelites as they made their escape from slavery. A clever and funn ...more
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Leslie Kimmelman rated a book it was amazing Don't Hug Doug (He Doesn't Like It) by Carrie Finison (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
OMG, I love this. Hilariously-delivered lesson about boundaries. Not everyone likes to be hugged!
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Leslie Kimmelman rated a book it was amazing Not a Smiley Guy by Polly Horvath	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Quirky? Absolutely. Hilarious? Totally! A story about a boy who is perfectly happy, just not the smiley type. His family doesn't get it. A wonderful message (without being message-y) about acceptance, about someone who perhaps doesn't show his emotio ...more
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Leslie Kimmelman rated a book it was amazing Mazel Toes! by Audrey Barbakoff (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Adorable! A rhyming board book homage to babies, replete with Yiddish words. Totally adorable, totally inclusive, as delicious as a newborn!
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Leslie Kimmelman rated a book it was amazing D.J. Rosenblum Becomes the G.O.A.T. by Abby White (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A difficult topic, handled with grace and sensitivity. The author manages to craft a moving and wholly believable coming-of-age story, weaving together content about suicide, Judaism, and the idea that it's hard to ever truly know another person, eve ...more
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Leslie Kimmelman rated a book it was amazing Anyada Buena, Shanah Tovah by Sarah Aroeste	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A simple and charming board book about the traditions of Rosh Hashannah, through the eyes of a Sephardic family. A QR code in the back gives access to the author performing a new year's song (she is an accomplished musician). Also featuring warm, inv ...more
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