Sylvia A. Rouss's Blog, page 7
April 13, 2020
Video of Sammy Spider’s First Hanukkah
Mrs. Goldfarb reads Sammy Spiders First Hanukkah.
Video of “No Rules for Michael”
Jaime reads the story No Rules for Michael. Michael wishes that there werent any rules because he is sure school would be more fun without them. But when his wish comes true, he discovers that while he doesnt have to share or take turns, no one else does either
Sharing can be a Mitzvah, Enjoy the Video of “Sammy Spider’s First Mitzvah”
Teacher Hannah reads Sammy Spiders First Mitzvah. Listen and watch as Sammy learns how Joshs visit from a friend when he has a cold makes him feel better.
April 7, 2020
Morah Morgan reads Sammy Spider’s Passover Shapes on YouTube
Specifically designed for the youngest children, my board-book on Passover, Sammy Spiders Passover Shapes, is read by Morah Morgan. I hope you and your children enjoy her reading.
Ira reads Sammy Spider’s First Passover on YouTube
Watch and listen as Sammy Spider tries to join the Shapiro family as they celebrate Passover. He really wants to help Josh find the afikomen., but will he? I hope all the children who are at home enjoy Iras production of my story, Sammy Spiders First Passover.
Sammy Spider’s First Shabbat on Shalom TV
On Shalom TV, Miss Shifra reads my story, Sammy Spiders First Shabbat. I know you will enjoy the whole episode, but if you just want to view the reading, jump to 21 minutes and 10 seconds. To all my young friends who are at home, I hope you enjoy the
March 24, 2020
The Littlest Frog, read by the author, Sylvia Rouss
I hope you enjoy my reading of The Littlest Frog. Its one of my favorite books. You can use it for remote learning with your classes during our time of quarantine. If you want to read the book to your own children at home or to the students in your
March 10, 2020
Passover Fun with Sammy Spider, the Littlest Frog, and More
Passover can be such a fun holiday, so I want to share these stories, ideas and activities. I hope you enjoy them at home or in your classroom. Just click on the two images below or scroll down to read the 3 page Sammy Spider Activity Guide from PJ Library.
March 8, 2020
SAMMY SPIDER ANSWERS QUESTIONS FROM A PRESCHOOL CLASS
A preschool class in Buffalo, New York wrote me and Sammy Spider because the children are learning about authors. The class concluded their request by writing, “It is always amazing when we can help the children understand that authors are real people too.” MAYBE YOU WILL WRITE TO SAMMY AND…
February 27, 2020
Coming in the Fall 2020, Sammy Spider’s First Book of Prayers
Sammy Spider watches Josh Shapiro and his family as they recite prayers for a variety of occasions. A first Jewish prayer book introduces children to daily and Shabbat prayers, plus special prayers. Engaging, rhyming text explains when and why Josh prays. This giftable book includes the prayers: Modeh Ani, Prayer,…
