Every May, the United States celebrates Jewish American Heritage Month. This is a special time set aside to learn about the contributions Jewish Americans have made to our country's history throughout the years. It's also a meaningful month for Jewish Americans to honor and celebrate their own rich heritage and traditions.
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SJPL Picks: Jewish American Heritage Month
Check out these books (Fiction and Non Fiction) to celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month. Selected by SJPL Librarians.
SJPL Picks: Jewish Voices in YA
The past few years has seen an increase of Jewish voices in YA fiction, and we're excited to share some of our top picks for you.
SJPL Picks: Kid's Books for Jewish American Heritage Month
Explore Jewish American contributions and points-of-view in children's fiction and non-fiction for grades 4-8.
SJPL Picks: Picture Books for Jewish American Heritage Month
These picture books will help kids learn about the contributions that Jewish Americans have made to American history, society, and culture.
SJPL Picks: Jewish American Heritage Month
Check out these books (Fiction and Non Fiction) to celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month. Selected by SJPL Librarians.
SJPL Picks: Jewish Voices in YA
The past few years has seen an increase of Jewish voices in YA fiction, and we're excited to share some of our top picks for you.
SJPL Picks: Kid's Books for Jewish American Heritage Month
Explore Jewish American contributions and points-of-view in children's fiction and non-fiction for grades 4-8.
SJPL Picks: Picture Books for Jewish American Heritage Month
These picture books will help kids learn about the contributions that Jewish Americans have made to American history, society, and culture.
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May is Jewish American Heritage Month
Find resources to learn more about the Jewish immigrant experience, traditional Jewish foods, and about famous Jewish Americans.
YA Friday: Jewish American Heritage Month
Spanning a variety of genres, the teens in these books let their Jewish faith inform their experiences.