Rivka's First Thanksgiving: A PJ Library Book Recommendation
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Rivka's First Thanksgiving tells the story of a young girl who convinces her family, rabbi, and community that Thanksgiving is an appropriate holiday for all Americans to celebrate, especially Jewish immigrants to the United States. Rivka's First Thanksgiving is a recommended read of the PJ Library Program.
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Topic
- Secular Holidays
- People
- Gratitude
Grades
- K - 2
- 3 - 5
Setting
- After School and Beyond
- Congregational Learning
- Day Schools and Yeshivas
- Family Engagement
- Early Childhood
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