One Small Spark - A Tikkun Olam Story

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. 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.

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

Summary

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.

Product details

• Authors: Ruth Spiro, Spiro Ruth, Victoria Tentler-Krylov
• Assisted by: Victoria Tentler-Krylov (Illustration)
• Publisher: Dial Books
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 4 to 8
• Product format: Paperback
• Released: 27.08.2024
• EAN: 9780399186318
• ISBN: 978-0-399-18631-8
• No. of pages: 40
• Dimensions: 270 mm x 235 mm x 8 mm
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books; JUVENILE FICTION / General, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Religion / Judaism, Children’s picture books, Picture books, Relating to Jewish people and groups, Religion & beliefs: general interest (Children's / Teenage), Educational: Religious studies: Judaism, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Judaism