Gabriel's Ark is a touching chapter book about a family's dedication to passing on their Jewish heritage to Gabriel, their disabled son. Gabriel's sister, the narrator, recounts some of the challenges of growing up with a brother with special needs, but she notes the rewards, too, like the weekly family ritual of making hallah for Shabbat. As preparations for Gabriel's bar mitzvah begin, readers learn how each family member has his/her own role in nurturing Gabriel through this important ritual event. Throughout the story ...
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Gabriel's Ark is a touching chapter book about a family's dedication to passing on their Jewish heritage to Gabriel, their disabled son. Gabriel's sister, the narrator, recounts some of the challenges of growing up with a brother with special needs, but she notes the rewards, too, like the weekly family ritual of making hallah for Shabbat. As preparations for Gabriel's bar mitzvah begin, readers learn how each family member has his/her own role in nurturing Gabriel through this important ritual event. Throughout the story the rainbow and Noah's ark become powerful symbols for Gabriel's inclusion in the Jewish community.
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Add this copy of Gabriel's Ark to cart. $14.79, very good condition, Sold by UHR Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Hollis Center, ME, UNITED STATES, published 1999 by Alef Design Group.
Add this copy of Gabriel's Ark to cart. $14.99, very good condition, Sold by Wonder Book - Member ABAA/ILAB rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Frederick, MD, UNITED STATES, published 1999 by Alef Design Group.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.
Add this copy of Gabriel's Ark to cart. $49.13, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1999 by Alef Design Group.
