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Marshall, Linda Elovitz

The Mitzvah Magician

24 pp. | Kar-Ben | September, 2012 | Trade ISBN 978-0-7613-5655-4 $17.95 | Paper ISBN 978-0-7613-5656-1 $7.95
(4) K-3 Illustrated by Christiane Engel. Aspiring magician Gabriel's mother scolds him for being mean, so Gabriel decides to use his magic to do mitzvot, or good deeds, instead. Using new magic words ("One-wish! Two-wish! Jew-wish!") he cleans the kitchen, picks up his toys, and sets out cookies for his family. The moralistic but energetic text is accompanied by friendly collage illustrations that emphasize Gabriel's helpfulness.
Reviewer: Rachel L. Smith

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