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School Library Journal
Reviewed on November 1, 2014 | Preschool to Grade 4
Gr 1–3—In this brief photo essay, Ofanansky aims to explain the phases of the moon and the ancient Jewish celebration of the new moon, Rosh Chodesh. The story is narrated by a boy whose family is on an overnight camping trip in Israel with a guide who has a telescope. The brief text is poorly organized and ultimately fails to shed light...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2014
A family goes camping in Israel to celebrate Rosh Chodesh, the new month. Clear text explains the significance of the new moon in Jewish trad...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
