This book is a child's first introduction to Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, in a context a young child can understand and enjoy - a birthday party for the world!

Recommended book from Association of Jewish Libraries

"The important symbols and customs of the holiday are taught through simple text accompanied by beautiful illustrations." -Association of Jewish Libraries

"This is a sweet, simple yet very effective book that uses familiar symbols of a birthday celebration to convey the meaning of some Jewish New Year rituals." -Jewish Tribune (Canada)