Ruth Spiro

One Small Spark: A Tikkun Olam Story -- Ruth Spiro, Hardcover

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A young girl is inspired to make a difference in this thoughtful and lyrical exploration of the Jewish philosophy tikkun olam or repair the world.

Imagine the world you want to live in. If it's not the world you see, will you create it?

So begins a young girl's journey to solve a problem she notices one rainy day while walking to school. In that moment, the small spark inside her grows and then connects her to others who are inspired to make a change and help the world become a better place.

This lyrical and very personal text from beloved author Ruth Spiro, with breathtaking and imaginative illustrations from Victoria Tentler-Krylov, explores the Jewish concept of tikkun olam, or taking part to repair the world. It's sure to inspire young readers to nurture their own small spark, taking action today that will change the world tomorrow.

Author: Ruth Spiro
Publisher: Dial Books
Published: 08/27/2024
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.25lbs
ISBN: 9780399186318
Audience: Ages 4-8

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 04/15/2024
School Library Journal 05/01/2024 pg. 65

About the Author
Ruth Spiro is the author of the popular Baby Loves Science series and the Made by Maxine series. She lives with her family in Chicago.

Victoria Tentler-Krylov grew up in Saint Petersburg, Russia, and studied architecture and urban design at Cooper Union and Columbia University. She has illustrated several acclaimed pictured books and lives with her family just outside Boston, MA

Product Tags:

Ages 4-8, Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction, City & Town Life, Conduct of life, Dial Books, Grades 1-3, Hardcover, Jewish, Juvenile Fiction, Lifestyles, PreK, Religious, Ruth Spiro, Social Themes, Values & Virtues, Victoria Tentler-Krylov

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