by Terri Fields (Author), Deborah Melmon (Illustrator)
It all started with some berries...
In this version of paying it forward, one good deed leads to another as people in a multicultural neighborhood, including a Jewish family, change the life of the community.
"The author lets her characters make her point (the world is a much better place when people are kind), only introducing the Jewish term for this behavior - mitzvot - at the end of the story. Melmon's upbeat illustrations are similarly nondenominational and will help listeners visualize the story's key elements."--Booklist Online
"This is a good read-aloud for young children, as the art is benign and the text includes a pleasing repetition of reactions from neighbors, who are always 'surprised' and 'delighted' by the kindness bestowed upon them. Another positive touch: the succinct back story about the derivation of the word 'mitzvah.' A sweet plug for random acts of kindness."--Kirkus Reviews
Number of Pages: 24
Dimensions: 0.2 x 10.1 x 8.7 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: August 01, 2015
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: One Good Deed
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 2.9
Point Value: 0.5
