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Rabbi Matzah: The Yom Kippur Book (Large Print Edition)
Paperback
Series: Rabbi Matzah, Book 6
General Juvenile FictionHolidayReligion
Publisher Price: $49.99
ISBN13: 9781969146428
Publisher: Books by Sue - Sue@booksbysue.com
Published: Feb 25 2026
Pages: 88
Weight: 0.52
Height: 0.23 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Rabbi Matzah - The Yom Kippur Book: Mike and Maya's Excellent Adventure
When Yom Kippur arrives, the house feels different. Quieter. Deeper. Not quiet like everyone's asleep, but quiet like everyone's thinking about something big. Mike and Maya know this is the holiday about saying sorry and trying again - but what does that really mean?
Before they can figure it out, a shimmer fills the room and Rabbi Matzah appears - sparkly coat, warm smile, and a shofar in hand. With gentle humor and heartfelt wisdom, he guides them on a magical journey to the City of Second Chances, where cobblestone streets glow, notes of apology are tucked into ancient stone walls, and even the silence seems to shimmer.
Along the way, the children witness fasting, prayer, reflection, and the powerful call of the shofar. They discover that Yom Kippur isn't just about hunger or long services - it's about teshuvah (returning), forgiveness, accountability, and becoming just a little bit better than before.
Beautifully written and richly illustrated in full color, this 90-page keepsake introduces children to the meaning of the High Holy Days in ways that feel warm, accessible, and emotionally resonant. The story opens meaningful conversations about apologizing, listening deeply, and beginning again - themes that extend far beyond the holiday itself.
This special edition also includes traditional Yom Kippur prayers with child-friendly explanations, classic songs such as Kol Nidre and Avinu Malkeinu, a helpful glossary of Jewish terms, family-friendly break-the-fast recipes, reflection prompts, coloring pages, and interactive activities including Rabbi Matzah's Maze.
Created by author, illustrator, and designer Suzanne Pell, this heartfelt volume blends storytelling, visual richness, and gentle magic into an experience families can return to year after year.
Part of the beloved Rabbi Matzah Holiday Series celebrating the Jewish year, this book is ideal for ages 6-10, synagogue gift shops, Jewish day schools, libraries, and families marking the High Holidays.
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