Now Available: The Schlemiel Kids Save the Moon
Oy, Chelm. Long known as home to the “wisest” people in Yiddish folklore. But what is Chelm like today? Are the kids of Chelm just as “wise” as the rest of the townsfolk? When the misguided adults of modern-day Chelm believe the moon has plunged into the lake, it’s up to the Schlemiel siblings to convince the grown-ups that their fears of a fallen moon are unfounded. Join Sarah and Sam in this hilarious twist on a classic Yiddish folktale as they use teamwork, innovation and patience to save the day...and night! Here is a book that will expand young readers’ knowledge of Jewish culture beyond holidays, history, and the Holocaust
"Smatterings of Yiddish, warm illustrations, and a diverse cast make this picture book a multicultural winner." —Foreword Reviews
'Readers should enjoy the kids’ savvy and the way the Chelmites, portrayed with various abilities and skin tones, stand in for “clueless” adults everywhere.' —Publishers Weekly
"An enjoyable, rollicking read. Fun by the light of the moon—or anytime." —Kirkus Reviews.
"Smatterings of Yiddish, warm illustrations, and a diverse cast make this picture book a multicultural winner." —Foreword Reviews
'Readers should enjoy the kids’ savvy and the way the Chelmites, portrayed with various abilities and skin tones, stand in for “clueless” adults everywhere.' —Publishers Weekly
"An enjoyable, rollicking read. Fun by the light of the moon—or anytime." —Kirkus Reviews.
Praise for The Schlemiel Kids Save the Moon
“This vibrant retelling of a classic Jewish/Yiddish folktale proves everything old can be new again! ... Teplow’s illustrations widen this classic tale to include contemporary characters and their realities.”
- George Shannon, award-winning author of more than 40 picture books including One Family, White is for Blueberry, and Lizard's Guest
"A funny, sassy take on folklore that truly captures what it's like to be a kid in a world where grown-ups make no sense. I was giggling from the first page!"
-J.S. Puller, author of Captain Superlative and The Lost Things Club
“The SchIemiel Kids Save the Moon is a delightful story with enchanting illustrations. I hope this is the beginning of a series!”
– Melody Sky Weaver, Library Director
"Audrey Barbakoff's wonderful retelling of a classic Jewish story is a gift to children and their adults ... Rotem Teplow's lively illustrations reimagine this fun cast of characters in today's diverse and inclusive world. Who knew that saving the moon could be such a delight from tip to toe!"
-Reb Zann Jacobrown, Jewish community leader
"A delightful romp, celebrating the wisdom of children in a world of adult tomfoolery."
- Dawn Rutherford, Library Regional Manager
"Delightfully mischievous and silly in the wittiest of ways, The Schlemiel Kids Save the Moon is sure to entertain children and adults, alike. This humorous story reminds readers that sometimes it takes the creativity and reason of a child to solve the most curious of problems."
- Ericka Brunson-Rochette
“When the silly grown-ups of Chelm lose the moon, it's up to the clever Schlemiel kids to come to the rescue! The Schlemiel Kids Save The Moon is destined to become an instant classic with families everywhere.”
- Noah Barfield, English teacher
- George Shannon, award-winning author of more than 40 picture books including One Family, White is for Blueberry, and Lizard's Guest
"A funny, sassy take on folklore that truly captures what it's like to be a kid in a world where grown-ups make no sense. I was giggling from the first page!"
-J.S. Puller, author of Captain Superlative and The Lost Things Club
“The SchIemiel Kids Save the Moon is a delightful story with enchanting illustrations. I hope this is the beginning of a series!”
– Melody Sky Weaver, Library Director
"Audrey Barbakoff's wonderful retelling of a classic Jewish story is a gift to children and their adults ... Rotem Teplow's lively illustrations reimagine this fun cast of characters in today's diverse and inclusive world. Who knew that saving the moon could be such a delight from tip to toe!"
-Reb Zann Jacobrown, Jewish community leader
"A delightful romp, celebrating the wisdom of children in a world of adult tomfoolery."
- Dawn Rutherford, Library Regional Manager
"Delightfully mischievous and silly in the wittiest of ways, The Schlemiel Kids Save the Moon is sure to entertain children and adults, alike. This humorous story reminds readers that sometimes it takes the creativity and reason of a child to solve the most curious of problems."
- Ericka Brunson-Rochette
“When the silly grown-ups of Chelm lose the moon, it's up to the clever Schlemiel kids to come to the rescue! The Schlemiel Kids Save The Moon is destined to become an instant classic with families everywhere.”
- Noah Barfield, English teacher