Bøger af Sandy Eisenberg Sasso

In a world of constant interruption that values speed over reflection, Sandy Eisenberg Sasso offers an interactive way to find the quiet we need to get in touch with our deepest selves. Designed to give you peace, inspiration, and a much-needed pause amid the business of daily life, Coloring the Silence contains twenty-five illustrations for...

"In this ... illustrated book, animals of the Bible tell their own story, teaching us the value of all living beings, and something about ourselves"--

Poor and: the word everyone takes for granted. So tiny, so common, so easily overlooked. Yet if it weren't for and, so much would fall apart! Who knew such a little word could make such a big difference? When an array of opinionated shapes just can't find common ground, AND comes to the rescue. AND is the link that helps each pair of shapes...

A bedtime retelling of Psalm 23 for children who feel afraid of the dark.

In the 1920's the world was changing for women. Maybe it was time for things to change in the synagogue as well. But when Judy's father, Rabbi Mordechai Kaplan, said it was time for her to become bat mitzvah and lead services, she nearly dropped the noodle kugel. It was unthinkable--or was it? The tradition of bat mitzvah int he synagogue had just begun.

A biography of the first woman rabbi Regina Jonas.

It was the 1970's. and doors were opening for women all across America. They could be doctors, lawyers, even pilots. But two thousand years of tradition said they couldn't be rabbis.  Until Sally.Sally Priesand wanted not just to learn Torah, but to teach it; not just to listen to a sermon, but give one; not just sit in the congregation, but lead it.In rabbinical school, people whispered, "She is only here to find a husband." "She will never finish.""No congregation will hire her."But Sally didn't listen. She finished her studies and became the first women rabbi in America. She opened the door for the many women who followed, and her story inspires us all to reach for our dreams.

Oh, no! The man is missing his sheep! The woman is missing her coin! The father is missing his son! Can you help them find what they are looking for?Who Counts? is a creative retelling of three popular parables: the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the prodigal son. As young readers count to help the characters find what's missing, Who Counts...

Now available in Spanish, this inspiring children's book based on the Mustard Seed parable features ethnically diverse characters and shows young readers that one tiny seed--just like one small child--carries a world of potential.

Who Counts? is now available in Spanish! This popular children's book offers a creative retelling of three popular parables: the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the prodigal son. As young readers count to help the characters find what's missing, Who Counts? teaches that every one of us counts in God's eyes and that everyone should feel counted.The stories are beautifully illustrated with modern-day characters and a diversity of ethnicities so that all children will be able to see themselves in the stories. Ideal for children ages 4-8. Includes a note for parents and teachers.

In a world often hurt by violence, this retold biblical story gives children and adults a starting point for discussing anger, its effects on those around us and how to express our emotions in positive ways.

Multicultural, Nondenominational, NonsectarianEndorsed by Protestant, Catholic and Jewish Religious LeadersA Spiritual Activity Kit for Teachers and Students of All Faiths, All BackgroundsFor the first time, Protestant, Catholic and Jewish children can study, play and learn from the same religious education resource. The God's Paintbrush Celebration Kit-inspired by the award-winning book God's Paintbrush-will help you spark the imagination of your students to think creatively about themselves and the world.Completely nonsectarian, the God's Paintbrush Celebration Kit can be used in a variety of settings and environments, such as vacation Bible school, Sabbath morning children's service, Sunday school, or a day-long or weekend retreat.Each activity sheet includes the use of crafts, games and other indoor and outdoor activities designed to encourage your students to think about God in new and exciting ways. The Teacher Folder contains instructions and additional suggestions to make every session an extra-special spiritual learning experience.Session TopicsWhat is God Like?SeeingHearing and SpeakingTouchingDoing Biblical Texts ExploredPsalm 100:1-2; Psalm 150Genesis 1:31; Psalm 34:8Psalm 29:3-4; 1 Kings 19:12Isaiah 66:13Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Rabbi Sasso explores how Midrash originated, how it is still used today, and offers new translations and interpretations of more than twenty essential Midrash texts.

Words. There are long words and short words, nice words and mean words. There are silly words, scary words, and hard-to-spell words. There are so many words in our world! But where did they all come from?Award-winning childrens book author Sandy Eisenberg Sasso tells a creative tale about the origin of words, and the power of language...

This lively collection is a celebration of courageous and wise women from ancient tradition whom we seldom remember, with vivid prose and lush, full-color illustrations.

The people of the world set out to find God's name, and each seeker is sure that he or she alone has found the right name. With poetic text and vibrant illustrations, this modern fable celebrates the diversity and unity of all people.