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K-3
Illustrated by
Alida Massari.
An old tradition of lighting an oil lamp instead of candles for Shabbat is recounted in this modern-day tale of suburban neighbors gathering for the traditional Sabbath meal and sharing stories about Jewish heirlooms and family rituals. A storyteller's cadence and gouache paintings in auburn tones reflect the spirit of the Friday night celebration.