Rising by Sidura Ludwig, Sophia Vincent Guy
Published by Candlewick Press ISBN: 1536225495
Genres: Realistic Fiction
Format: Picture Book Fiction
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What a lovely book. A mother and child prepare their weekly challah for Shabbat. The mother is visibly pregnant and the bread is swaddled like an infant while it rises, all while the leisurely pace reminds us to slow down, enjoy our families, and know that good things are worth waiting for.

The mostly pastel color scheme is shot through periodically with a burst of brightness, and special attention is paid to the detail on linens and dishware. Everything adds to the feeling of family love and comfort. Rising includes a note about Shabbat, a recipe for challah, and a glossary of Hebrew terms.

Reviewed by Sarah Maciejewski, Patten Free Library, Bath