New Releases by Suzan Loeb

The Elephant in the Spring celebrating similarities - for interfaith families Each spring, adults and children alike celebrate special holidays. Some celebrate Easter. Others observe Passover. But what if you live in a household that celebrates both? The Elephant in the Spring uses poetry and illustrations to help readers and their families recognize the similarities of some traditions observed and honored during Easter and Passover. Children in interfaith families will feel more included and special. The Elephant in the Spring also raises awareness and understanding in all children. The Elephant in the Spring is the perfect book for interfaith families who celebrate both seasonal holidays. Great fun for the whole family! -Alli West, Program Director of Connect We love The Elephant in the Room and are so excited to add this new book to our collection. Our children will be raised with both holidays and these books represent what we hope to impart to them. Our goal is to blend without compromising our core values and these books will be of great help to us and our family. -Bari & Alex We are a two-generational interfaith family. We taught our children, and now our grandchildren, what we always believed: respect for other religions is the basis for peace, love and happiness. The Elephant in the Spring promotes understanding and makes children in interfaith families feel special. These books are much needed in our diversified world. -Paula & Rick

The Elephant in the Room a holiday tradition for interfaith families The December Dilemma looms large for interfaith families. This book strives to honor family and fun. It provides a way for parents and children to embrace their own holiday and have a deep appreciation for the other holidays celebrated by their extended and blended family. - Rabbi Michael Shields, Davidson, North Carolina The God of Christmas and the God of Chanukkah are the same. God reveals Himself to many groups of people and each seeks a fitting way to respond to Him. We are all created in Gods image and give honor and Glory to Him by loving and respecting each other. - Fr. Dan Nolan, CSV, Catholic Chaplain, Chicago, Illinois I love that no one is left out! - Sloane, age 11 This book makes both holidays even more fun. - Jonathan-Bradley, age 7 Finally!! A book that brings Jewish and Christian kids together! - Gussie, age 8 Yay...a holiday book that includes ME! - Alice, age 9 My friends want to be like me and do both Chanukkah and Christmas. - Jeffrey, age 10 Were going to read it every single year - Jillian Beth, age 6