Category Archives: Books & Music Features
PHOTO FRIDAY: Goodnight Sh’ma |
 | An early PJ Library reader shares her familiarity with “Goodnight Sh’ma,” a children’s book written by Jacqueline Jules and illustrated by Melanie Hall. Posted in 'Photo Friday' Series, Books & Music Features, PJ Family Features |
How to Pick the Right Summer Camp |
 | As we learn in Sami’s Sleepaway Summer by Jenny Meyerhoff, each child (and each family) has different needs when it comes to summer camp. Here are some tips for going about your research of just the right camp. Posted in Books & Music Features, Parenting/Grandparenting Features |
Counting the Omer with Children |
 | S’firat Ha’omer is a time for reflection. Here are some ideas for families. Posted in Books & Music Features, Holiday & Event Features, Parenting/Grandparenting Features |
PHOTO FRIDAY: Reading Relatives |
 | On Fridays, PJ Library shares images sent in by local Jewish programs and PJ partners. Send your great PJ Library-related photos to outreach@hgf.org. Posted in 'Photo Friday' Series, Books & Music Features, PJ Family Features |
PJ Library and The Fountainheads: Dayenu! |
 | A Passover-related video from The Fountainheads references ‘Dayenu!’ Early PJ Library readers will know this song well after receiving their March 2012 book. Posted in Books & Music Features, Holiday & Event Features, Video Posts |
News Agencies Report the Impact of PJ Library |
 | Newspaper coverage of the PJ Library program continues to grow, as major and secondary markets recognize the value of the program to Jewish families. Posted in Books & Music Features, PJ Community News, PJ Program News & Updates |
Simms Taback’s ‘Joseph Had a Little Overcoat’ |
 | This month, PJ Library children in the Bagels & Lox (2 to 3 Years) Age Group are receiving the popular Joseph Had a Little Overcoat, written and illustrated by Caldecott Medal-winning author Simms Taback. Posted in Books & Music Features, Parenting/Grandparenting Features, Video Posts |
AJL Names Its Sydney Taylor Book Award Winners |
 | Seven PJ Library books get a nod from the Association of Jewish Libraries. Posted in Books & Music Features, PJ Program News & Updates |
‘The Golem’s Latkes’ Wins a National Jewish Book Award |
 | The PJ Library selection — written by Eric Kimmel and illustrated by Aaron Jasinski — is named the Jewish Book Council’s winner in the Children’s Book category, earning the title a Louis Posner Memorial Award. Posted in Books & Music Features, PJ Program News & Updates, Video Posts |
‘Where Have all the Good Jewish Books for Kids Gone?’ |
 | PJ Library Director Marcie Greenfield Simons offers this letter in response to a piece entitled “Where Have all the Good Jewish Books for Kids Gone,” which was written by Kveller.com editor Deborah Kolben. Posted in Books & Music Features, Parenting/Grandparenting Features, PJ Program News & Updates |
PHOTO FRIDAY: Sunday Reading |
 | Temple Shalom shares images of PJ readers enjoying their new library in Medford, MA. Posted in 'Photo Friday' Series, Books & Music Features, PJ Family Features |
Mezuzah Inspirations for PJ Families |
 | PJ author Amy Meltzer talks about her motivations for writing A Mezuzah on the Door. Several Kveller.com writers offer mezuzot craft ideas for children. Posted in Books & Music Features, Parenting/Grandparenting Features, Video Posts |