FICTION

My Shofar: A Rosh Hashanah Board Book

Apples & Honey. Sept. 2025. 12p. Board. $10.95. ISBN 9781681156149. Toddler-PreS
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Toddler-PreS–In this charming board book, a young elephant struggles to make a sound with her shofar until her mother helps clear it. The opposite concepts of “quiet” and “loud” are introduced through the playful storytelling: “I want it to be loud! Toot. Toot. I will try again. That was not loud. That was quiet.” A brief note at the end explains the shofar’s role on Rosh Hashanah. It does not mention other key shofar calls, including “shevarim” and “t’ruah,” nor does it discuss the shofar’s use on Yom Kippur.
VERDICT Joyful illustrations and vibrant ­backgrounds make this a delightful addition to holiday collections.

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