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Readers won't be able to keep their own bodies still as they join in this joyfully intersectional romp. --Kirkus ReviewsMy Body Can showcases all the different talents bodies have throughout the year. Inclusive of a variety of body types and abilities, the body-positive message affirms that everyone is beautiful, powerful, and can do amazing things. Jewish holiday celebrations including Rosh Hashanah, Sukkot, Simchat Torah, Hanukkah, Tu b'shvat, Purim, Passover, and Shavuot are featured.
Über den Autor / die Autorin
Laura Gehl is the author of nearly two dozen popular picture books, board books, and early readers. Her books include
One Big Pair of Underwear (Charlotte Zolotow Highly Commended Title, International Literacy Association Honor Book, Booklist Books for Youth Editors' Choice); the Peep and Egg series (Parents' Choice Recommendation, Amazon Editors' Pick, Children's Choice Book Award Finalist);
My Pillow Keeps Moving (Junior Library Guild selection, New York Public Library Best Books of 2018 selection);
I Got a Chicken for My Birthday (Kirkus Best Picture Books of 2018 selection); and
Baby Astronaut (A Mighty Girl Best Book of 2019 selection). She recently published
Robot Shabbat with Apples & Honey Press. Laura lives in Chevy Chase, Maryland.
Zusammenfassung
Told over a year of Jewish holidays, this rhyming book for preschoolers celebrates bodies of all shapes, sizes, and abilities.
