Rabbi Benjamin's Buttons

Written by Alice B. McGinty · Illustrated by Jennifer Black Reinhardt

Can Rabbi Benjamin fit into his vest again by Rosh Hashanah?

3.9 Goodreads · 124 ratings

32 pages· 951 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud· AD850L

$17.95Save 7%

In stock. Also at Amazon or Bookshop.

Bookroo's summary

Rabbi Benjamin cherishes his holiday vest, a gift from his beloved congregation. But as he indulges in festive treats, the vest's buttons begin to pop! With Rosh Hashanah approaching, Rabbi Benjamin embarks on a journey of hard work and community service. Will his efforts help him fit into the vest once more? Discover the heartwarming tale of tradition, community, and a Rabbi's determination.

From the publisher

Rabbi Benjamin loves his congregation, and they love him. That’s why on Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, the Rabbi’s congregation presents him with a special holiday vest with four silver buttons and decorated with designs symbolizing the major holidays celebrated throughout the year. Rabbi Benjamin loves it! He also loves all the holiday treats that his families proudly fill him with-including delicious, crispy latkes; scrumptious matzoh-ball soup; irresistible apple torte; and honey cake.

As the year passes, Rabbi Benjamin’s beautiful vest stretches tighter and tighter across his belly, and one by one the shiny silver buttons pop!-pop!-pop! off. When summer comes, Rabbi helps his congregation with their gardening, with the hiding of Chanukah presents, with the apple picking, and the fishing. Will all this hard work help Rabbi fit into his beautiful vest when Rosh Hashanah rolls around again?

At a glance