A child's vision of religious tolerance is exquisitely played out in this story about an elderly Christian barber and a Jewish child who befriends ...
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Dec 13, 2011
At Christmas-Hanukkah time, Elijah, a Christian woodcarver in his eighties shows his affection for Michael, a nine-year-old Jewish friend by giving him a carved angel. Michael struggles with accepting the Christmas gift until he realizes that friendship means the same thing in any religion. A very touching story, illustrated with beautiful oil paintings.
Dec 23, 2008
Cindi
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Absolutely amazing! About a friendship between a Christian man and a Jewish boy. About acceptance, love and understanding. This is a good children's read along the lines of "The Faith Club." Highly recommend!
My favorite we've read this season (2008)
My favorite we've read this season (2008)
Dec 23, 2008
Rachel
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Shows an important message of tolerance and diversity during the holidays. The book combines Chanukah and Christmas traditions as two very different friends exchange gifts.
Dec 04, 2008
Linda
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My collection of children's Christmas/Hanukkah books is something I hold very dear. ELijah's Angel is one of my favorites.
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