A young teenager who spoke out for gun control in front of tens of thousands.
Alma Hernandez, Arizona State House Who knows which idealistic child will see themselves in a Jewish hero and themselves make a transformational impact? Countless young readers of this inspiring, age-appropriate book! --Rabbi Jonah Pesner, Director of the Religious Action Center. --Rep.
Kids will read the stories and be inspired and motivated to be the best that they can be. --Rabbi Angela Buchdahl, Senior Rabbi, Central Synagogue, NYC In a time where so many in our community are feeling alone and vulnerable, it is important for us to show children and the younger generation that we are strong and resilient and that they are not alone.
Meet some of the bold Changemakers who emerged from the margins.
The Jewish role models featured in this book help kids visualize what is possible.
Representation matters.
It is appropriate for Jewish young people and for curious readers of different faith traditions.
All of the Heroes identify as Jewish and Judaism is a key component of many stories, but not all stories.
While younger readers could enjoy the stories, they may wish to read them with a parent or other adult.
It makes the perfect gift for B\'nai Mitzvah, birthdays and Hanukkah! In a non-graphic way, the biographies delve into topics that require a bit of maturity, for example, the Holocaust and gender and sexual identity.
The biographies are short, just a page for each one, and the illustrations are compelling.
Heroes with Chutzpah is written especially with readers ages 8 to 14 in mind.
Instead of focusing exclusively on icons, we included an eclectic mix of both lesser-known and renowned personalities with engaging, inspiring, and meaningful stories that will resonate with children of all backgrounds.
Heroes with Chutzpah captures the diversity of the global Jewish community, showcasing Jews of different racial backgrounds, gender and sexual identities, and religious orientations from secular to Orthodox.
This children\'s book about Jewish Heroes is inspiring and fun.
Each one-page biography is accompanied by an original digital portrait.
In Heroes with Chutzpah, readers will meet 101 Jewish Changemakers from the recent past and present, who challenged the status quo in the arts, sciences, social justice, sports and politics.
A biotechnologist who led the quest for a Covid vaccine.
An Israeli street artist who painted an ancient city with modern images.
A young teenager who spoke out for gun control in front of tens of thousands
