A Turkish Rosh Hashanah by Etan Basseri. illus. by Zeynep Özatalay. Kalaniot. ISBN 9781962011976. 
PreS-Gr 2–Three cousins in traditional Turkish garb meet their grandmother at a market in Istanbul to shop for food for Rosh Hashanah. Later that day, the family gathers at Nona’s house for the holiday, and Nona reinforces the meaning of each of the foods on their plates. VERDICT A solid addition to any collection to show the diversity in Jewish cultures.

Tzimmes for Tzipporah by Megan Hoyt. illus. by Christine Battuz. Apples & Honey. ISBN 9781681156231. 
PreS-Gr 2–It’s almost time for Rosh Hashanah, and Tzipporah is finally old enough to help! Hoyt (Bartali’s Bicycle) thoroughly, but concisely, tells the story of family and friends celebrating Rosh Hashanah, including their time at the synagogue and the blowing of the shofar. VERDICT A wonderful addition to any collection of multicultural children’s literature.

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Miriam and the Sasquatch: A Rosh Hashanah Story by Eric Kimmel. illus. by Tamara Anegon. Apples & Honey. ISBN 9781681155814.
PreS-Gr 2–This clever Rosh Hashanah story does an excellent job of including holiday symbols and traditions while telling a unique, engaging tale. VERDICT Though this won’t explain the holiday to newcomers, Jewish families will welcome the engaging plot and simple lesson. This fun title would be a great addition to any library wishing to expand its books on Jewish holidays.

Rosh Hashanah: New Year, Gather Near by Leah Weber. illus. by Taryn Johnson. little bee. ISBN 9781499816655.
Baby-Toddler–A lovely, although slight, introduction for babies and toddlers to the pleasures of the holiday. For those looking to share holiday books with babies and toddlers, this book is a lovely way to introduce the holiday as a time for family to come together to eat, play, and celebrate. VERDICT A friendly, simple celebration of Rosh Hashanah, best suited for the very young.