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The Book of Elsie

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Elsie Rose-Miller loves celebrating the Purim holiday and can't wait for the annual costume party at her local synagogue.

Elsie plans to dress up as the fierce and smart Queen Esther, who saved all the Jewish people. But when financial hardship and a terrible incident of hate-inspired vandalism threaten not only the party but the synagogue too, Elsie, like Queen Esther, takes action to bring her entire community—Jewish and non-Jewish alike—together.

This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for middle-grade readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don't like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.

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    • Booklist

      August 1, 2022
      Grades 4-7 In this contemporary middle-grade novel, a tween's determination to save her synagogue unites the community. Elsie's favorite holiday is Purim, a celebration of Jewish survival throughout history, and she can't wait to don a courageous Queen Esther costume for Temple Beth El's festivities. When financial difficulties force the cancelation of the Purim party, Elsie, "fierce like the queen," organizes a fundraiser. Everything doesn't go as planned: an attempt to make hamantaschen yields humorously unsavory results (a recipe for the traditional cookies is included), and a despicable act of vandalism calls into question the synagogue's future. Strong first-person narration thoughtfully explores experiences of antisemitism and prejudice. Channeling Queen Esther's bravery, Elsie takes action and perseveres, unwilling to let hate into her heart. The short chapters in this Orca Currents hi-lo series entry have ultrareadable features like increased spacing and dyslexia-friendly fonts. Levy presents a realistic, gutsy, problem-solving youth navigating difficult situations with the love and support of community, friends, and family.

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  • OverDrive Read
  • EPUB ebook

Languages

  • English

Levels

  • ATOS Level:3.7
  • Lexile® Measure:530
  • Interest Level:4-8(MG)
  • Text Difficulty:1-2

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