Mazel Toes! - by Audrey Barbakoff (Board Book)

Book Synopsis

Welcome your little one home with Jewish joy and celebration in this delightful rhyming board book.

My love, it lasts forever.
My love, it grows and grows,
From your shayna punim
Down to your mazel toes.

With beautiful illustrations that celebrate the generational strength of Jewish families, Mazel Toes! is a heartfelt love letter from a parent to their baby. Gentle rhymes weave in Yiddish words while inviting sweet gestures for each part of the body mentioned, from a smooch on the tum to a boop on the nose. A Yiddish glossary at the back adds an educational touch.

Perfect for bedtime, this board book is sure to bring joy to new families and inspire plenty of giggles.

About the Author

Dr. Audrey Barbakoff is a librarian, educator, and entrepreneur. She is the author of two picture books, The Schlemiel Kids Save the Moon and Mazel Toes!, as well as several professional development books for librarians. She holds a doctorate in education and a master's degree in library and information science. As a Jewish mother, she is passionate about passing down the vibrancy of Jewish humor, language, and stories to the next generation. Audrey lives with her husband, children, and chickens on an island in Washington.

Annita Soble is a multidisciplinary artist with over fifteen years of experience in illustration, animation, and art direction. She believes that inspiration can come from anywhere which is why she likes to dabble in many things including ceramics, fiber arts, computer programming, and bread baking. She lives in Brooklyn NY with her husband and five kids.