Most Popular Books by Sheldon Oberman

A prayer shawl is handed down from grandfather to grandson in this story of Jewish tradition and the passage of generations.

Illustrated by Blair Drawson. This chapter book of Greek myths presents the epic history of the Minoan civilisation. Connecting the great legends of Zeus and Rhea, Theseus, Ariadne and the Minotaur, Icarus and Daedalus, and Jason and Medea with the little known tales of the Bronze Giant, Phaedra and the Ash tree Spirits, this is the perfect introduction for young readers to the fascinating world of Greek mythology. Full-colour illustrations throughout.

A grandfather tells his grandchildren his own Hanukkah story from World War II.

From village to mountaintop to country inn, an old winter wind searches for a places to sleep, only to be turned away where he goes. This timeless folktale has its roots in Russia, but what it tells readers about the consequences of our actions is universal. Illustrations.

When Jewish author/storyteller Sheldon Oberman met Inuit artist/hunter Simon Tookoome, he knew the encounter was special. Still, he had no idea their meeting would result in an amazing collaboration that would span a decade. Through the use of many tape recordings and translations, Sheldon has painstakingly woven the threads of a remarkable man''s life into a book for all to treasure. With Tookoome''s drawings to enhance the text, Oberman has managed to express the cadence and voice of one of the last of the Inuit to live the traditional nomadic life in the Arctic. The Shaman''s Nephew magically transports readers to a cold climate that warms and grows more familiar with every turn of the page. Shortlisted, Governor General''s Award 2000 Norma Fleck Award 2000 Parent''s Choice Silver Honor Winner 2000 The Parent''s Council, Select Title 2002 Red Cedar Award, Non-Fiction Nominee

John Tommy Fiddich thinks he is a lucky boy, even though the only thing in his garden is a big rock, when Sir Henry M. Pellatt announces that he will pay anyone who brings him plain-colored stones for the wall of the mansion he is building in Toronto.

Adam and his family flee their war-torn land, but his grandfather stays behind, giving his prayer shawl to Adam. Despite the differences in the new country, Adam is always reassured by both his name and his prayer shawl. 8-11 yrs.