As the leaves change color and the air gets cooler, the fall season brings important Jewish holidays filled with rich traditions and meaningful stories. This curated list of children’s picture books invites young readers to explore the beauty and significance of Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and Sukkot. Each book offers engaging illustrations and heartfelt narratives … Continue reading Great Picture Books for the Jewish Fall Holidays
As National Day for Truth and Reconciliation approaches on September 30th, I would like to draw attention to a selection of remarkable French-language picture books available at the OJCS library. These books offer valuable insights into Indigenous life and culture, providing a rich and nuanced portrayal of Indigenous communities. Among them, you’ll also find poignant … Continue reading French Picture Books On Indigenous Life and Reconciliation
Media Balance is an important topic this year at the OJCS, and it’s one that we’ve been working on with students for many years. Students of all ages can learn and understand the lessons connected to finding a healthy balance of time online. For our younger students, I love using the book Unplugged by Steve … Continue reading Finding Media Balance at Any Age