Hoppy Passover!

Plot Summary

Violet and Simon, two small bunnies, are excited about Passover. They help set out the Seder plate, taste that first bite of matzoh (and a little bit of horseradish), search for the afikomen, and most importantly--they ask lots of questions! Linda Glaser's simple, cozy story is just right for children first learning about this holiday. Daniel Howarth's charming paintings show a happy family passing on their traditions.

Reviews

"The hopping of the enthusiastic young bunnies (“Around here it’s Hoppy Passover!”) adds humor to an already lighthearted story. The gently colored illustrations are as cuddly as the bunnies themselves. Rounded figures, smiling faces, and a cozy household create a warm and loving atmosphere. The male bunnies even put on yarmulkes when the Seder begins. A solid purchase." School Library Journal

"Howarth’s cozy and colorful illustrations portray a warm and loving family enjoying this holiday and passing their traditions along to a new generation. The winsome bunnies’ childlike exuberance grounds the story within the child’s experience." Booklist

"[T]his emotionally satisfying story packs a lot of information into a relatively small package. Sweet furry faces and floppy ears and a spring-hued home add the right amount of holiday charm for preschoolers. They'll be especially eager to sample the charoset Violet is so eager to eat when they notice the recipe that's included." Kirkus Reviews

"Even readers unfamiliar with Passover should relate to the wonder experienced by the bunnies." Publishers Weekly

Associated Keywords
Passover, Jewish holiday, Judaica, rabbits