From the award-winning creators of Two New Years comes a joyful picture book that brings Hebrew words and Jewish traditions to life through warm storytelling and vibrant illustrations--complete with an engaging glossary of terms for speaking goodness into the world. Follow a young Jewish boy throughout a good day! Because today is a good day to play with a chaver tov --a good friend. And it's a good day to savor taam tov , such as a meal full of challah, cholent, and kugel. And it's a really good day to celebrate an older brother's bar mitzvah aliyah with a shower of candy-- mazel tov ! From boker tov in the morning to laila tov at night, award-winning author Richard Ho and illustrator Lynn Scurfield celebrate all the ways to experience goodness in the Jewish tradition. Today is tov. And tov is good! A JEWISH CELEBRATION OF GOODNESS: Following one child's day from morning to night, this lively picture book explores the many meanings of tov ("good") through family, friendship, food, celebrations, and ordinary moments. AWARD-WINNING CREATIVE TEAM: Richard Ho and Lynn Scurfield, creators of Two New Years , reunite for another vibrant celebration of Jewish culture, community, and family traditions. UNIVERSAL MESSAGE: While rooted in Jewish experiences, this uplifting story encourages children from all backgrounds to notice, celebrate, and share the good in their own lives.
PERFECT FOR HOME AND CLASSROOM: With accessible text, an engaging glossary of terms in the backmatter, and beautiful illustrations, this meaningful picture book is ideal for families, educators, libraries, holidays, and gifting.