<p>WHAT IS THE STORY BEHIND the new family on Yoni Silverstein's block? Why did the Kleinbergs suddenly move to Riverdale, and -most mysterious of all - where is their father? Yoni and his friend Meir are determined to find out. When Yoni discovers his father has taken smart, studious Chaim Kleinberg under his wing, he struggles to overcome his feelings of being an average, unexceptional middle child. At the same time, Chaim, nearly crushed by the deep, dark secret weighing on him, must learn to move beyond his pain and sense of betrayal in order to restore his trust in others and rebuild his life. New Family on the Block opens a window into the complex emotions and internal conflicts that lay behind our individual struggles - and the accompanying triumph we achieve upon successfully overcoming them.</p>

New Family on the Block

Chaya Sara Ben Shachar

Israel Bookshop Publications

Shirin Gabbay dreams of the day when she can live freely. In Iran, she and her family live in constant fear of oppression. Their crime? Wanting to live as Torah Jews.  When Shirin's father is arrested, the family is thrown into chaos, and it is decided that they must escape one by one, or risk joining their Baba in prison. The goal is for Shirin to be smuggled out of Iran and make her way to her sister Esther, in America, where the rest of her family will ultimately join her.  What follows is a desperate and terrifying escapade through the mountains at the Iranian-Turkish border,an unplanned hospital stay, and a grueling, year-long wait, first in Van and then in Istanbul, Turkey.  Will Shirin's Baba make it out of prison alive? Will the rest of her family manage to join her? Will she ever see any of them again, or will she have to begin life anew, without the love and support of her family by her side?  Chaya Sara ben Shachar's thrilling novel is a fast-paced, true-to-life page-turner. Join Shirin as she embarks on a journey that will alter the course of the entire future, and find out if she is successful in her Escape to Freedom!

Escape to Freedom

Hamodia Treasures

"There's no choice. If the gyroscope has been off then I'm afraid the ballast system might be under too much pressure. We'll have to surface and dock at the nearest island." Ominous words - particularly when spoken from deep under the ocean in a mini submarine, and with communication to the outside world nonexistent. Yanky, Meni and Eli Bloomenkrantz are off for a short cruise with their Great-Uncle Dave one summer day when they suddenly find themselves stranded on a desert island somewhere in the middle of the ocean. To their surprise, the island is actually inhabited - but an aura of mystery shrouds the island. Who exactly are the islanders and what secret lies behind their peculiar customs? Who is the strange, fearsome Plain Tom who stalks the island and threatens everyone in his path? And why is someone intent on making sure that there is no contact with the outside world? Join the Bloomenkrantz boys as they discover the inner strength and fortitude necessary to navigate the challenges of surviving on a desert island. Uncle Dave's Dive Machine will take you on an exciting, fascinating journey of survival and fortitude, of facing challenges with bitachon and ultimately persevering. By: Chaya Sara Ben Shachar

Uncle Dave's Dive Machine

<p>Israel, November 2016 The small, friendly community of Neve Tzuf, Israel, is suddenly thrust into danger. The weather is dry and windy. Forest fires started by terrorists are breaking out across the country. When a fire erupts in Neve Tzuf and spreads at an alarming rate, Efrat Cohen and her family must flee in the middle of the night. Will the Cohens be able to outrun the fire? Can their son, a firefighter, battle the flames? Will they ever be able to return to their home? This is the true story of a brave and resilient family. Join them on their harrowing escape to safer ground. Readers will be fascinated by this absorbing account of the Cohen family as they escape from a major forest fire. The Escape series provides readers with compelling, true narratives of Jewish heroism and survival. Each book includes engaging photographs, a timeline, and a glossary.</p>

Escape from the Neve Tzuf Fire

Menucha Publishers Inc.

Aftershocks

Menucha Publishers

The city of New Orleans is in danger. A huge hurricane is on its way. The Rivkin family must decide whether to flee the city or to stay home. If they leave, will they be able to get out in time? Or will they be stuck in their car when the hurricane strikes? And what about all the people who are counting on their help? This is the true story of a brave and compassionate family. Join them as they witness one of the worst hurricanes in U.S. history. Readers will be excited by this account of the day-to-day life of a Jewish family as it escapes from the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. The Escape series provides readers with compelling true narratives of Jewish heroism and survival. Each book includes engaging photographs, a timeline, and a glossary.

Escape from Hurricane Katrina

Real Stories. Real Issues. From Real Teens -- Like You.Do you have a story to share? An untold message? A powerful essay? Jewish teenagers worldwide answered this call in droves, embracing a groundbreaking international writing challenge. From Boro Park to Los Angeles, Gateshead to Jerusalem, girls from across the globe put their best works forward, forming a multi-colored mosaic of powerful teen voices.Presented in Winners--a first-of-its-kind anthology--are the most outstanding entries: a panorama of impressive literary talent and compelling content sure to delight teen readers from across the spectrum. Featuring vivid characters and intriguing plots that span continents and eras, and sparkling with creativity, humor and wit, this potpourri of real-life stories brings to the fore today's burning teen issues.Prepare to meet ...Sari, whose glamorous Broadway career is chipping away at her soulOverweight Gila, whose dieting efforts are painfully dismalNaomi, who is terribly embarrassed of her family's financial stateAching Rikki, who lost her best friend in the worldTemi, who is tired of Bubby's constant tznius admonitionsAnd many, many moreMeet girls whose feelings sound ... just like yours.6 x 9

Winners -- Best Short Stories - Teen Writing Contest

Judaica Pr

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