Jewish biography series for kids
Readers of all ages will find inspiration in these picture and middle-grade books about Jewish heroes and historical figures.
Shop our incredible collection of Jewish biographies for children and young readers.!
Honor Jewish culture by reading Jewish books with Jewish main characters! These fictional children’s books fill a much-needed gap in children’s literature because there just hasn’t been enough Jewish representation…and I’m happy to see this body of literature growing in quantity with high-quality books about the Jewish culture, religion, and heritage.
Jewish Books for Kids with Jewish Main Characters
Picture Books
Shabbat Shalom! by Douglas Florian, illustrated by Hannah Tolson
JEWISH RELIGION
Rhyming text shows a family’s Shabbat traditions, including lighting candles, praying, and sharing a meal.
It’s a simple glimpse into this weekly Jewish religious celebration of Shabbat.
We Go to Shul by Douglas Florian, illustrated by Hannah Tolson
JEWISH RELIGION
When a Jewish family attends shul (temple) on Saturday, the Torah is read and there is singing and prayers.
Illustrations show men sitting separately from women and the family walking to and from shul.