Your PJ Our Way Books for November
PJ Our Way is proud to present four incredible titles for November selection. Experience an alternate fantasy future, relive the story of Hanukkah, get lost in the fun of Jewish riddles and brainteasers, or find out what it’s like to compete in a major baking competition! Be sure to have your reader choose their book by November 10th!
The $150,000 Rugelach
by Allison & Wayne Marks
Ages 9+
231 pages
11-year-old Jillian Mermelstein’s mother taught her to bake. But ever since her mother died, Jillian’s having a hard time getting back in the kitchen. Meanwhile, 11-year-old Jack Fineman has always dreamed of becoming a world-famous baker. When the nationally televised Bakerstown Bonanza announces that kids will be allowed to compete for the first time ever, Jack signs up right away. Jillian has no interest in the contest… but her family could really use the $150,000 grand prize.
When Jack and Jillian are selected to compete together, they work hard to agree on a winning recipe. But when Phineas Farnsworth, owner of the Farnsworth baking empire and judge of the Bakerstown Bonanza, wants Jillian to share the story of her mother’s death with viewers, it looks like their chances of winning are in danger. Can Jack and Jillian stay true to their values and please Phineas Farnsworth?
Gottika
by Helaine Becker
Ages 10+
200 pages
Twelve-year-old Dany lives in the shantytown reserved for the Gottika residents known as Stoons. Stoons do not enjoy the same rights as other Gottikans – They must wear a red beret and obey a curfew; they can’t own pets or land. There’s anti-Stoon sentiment in Gottika, and it’s getting worse. But then Dany’s father decides it’s time for things to change. This fast-paced, futuristic adventure will engage kids while introducing them to the dangers of prejudice and inequality and the importance of standing up for what’s right.
Puzzle Tov
by Peter Weisz
Ages 9+
121 pages
This is a fun collection of puzzles, brainteasers, and riddles, from beginner to expert levels, each with a Jewish spin. Puzzles make up the first half of the book; solutions are at the end. Kids will enjoy testing themselves and each other with these fun riddles!
Shield of the Maccabees
by Eric Kimmel
Ages 9+
126 pages
Jonathan, who’s Jewish, and Jason, who’s Greek, are from the Judean town of Sebaste. When Jonathan saves Jason from some bullies in the Jewish quarter, they develop a beautiful friendship, studying philosophy at Jason’s Greek school and celebrating Shabbat with Jonathan’s family. Then King Antiochus issues terrible decrees against the Jewish community, sparking riots and the Maccabee revolt. The ensuing devastation drives the boys apart… until they meet again on the battlefield. This sweet and entertaining graphic novel shows the power of friendship alongside the destruction of war.
Note: Quantities of each title are limited! If you see another book offered for selection this month, head over to Story Central to check it out.