The Saturday Secret

by Miriam Rinn

A funny and moving story of what happens when a boy's mother remarries a more observant man. Jason Siegel thinks his stepfather's new religious observances have gone far enough. First only kosher food at home. Then he is forced to wear a kippah (yarmulke). Now now baseball games on Shabbat! Jason is determined to play ball-no matter what. But when his plan backfires, Jason finds himself entangled in a situation that hurts his teammate's feelings and jeopardizes his relationship with his mother and stepfather. Jason's 'Saturday Secret' brings him face to face with his stepfather for a touching reconciliation that helps Jason understand responsibility, truthfulness and the meaning of Jewish observance. Torah Aura Productions publishes books for Jewish schools and families that help celebrate our heritage and our faith. We have over 25 years of experience as the leading creator of high quality educational materials that enable Jewish children to become empowered Jewish adults. Our books guide and enhance the Jewish knowledge, spirituality and identity of children and their families, and our innovative tools bring Judaism alive in synagogues, Hebrew schools, and day schools. Torah Aura Productions was founded in 1981 by a group of innovative Jewish educators who looked out at the field of Jewish education and found materials that were shallow and dull. They started a company to create new tools for families and teachers that would be exciting and meaningful. For more than two decades, Torah Aura has revolutionized the way Jewish schools enable their students to become empowered Jewish adults, and has helped families make Judaism a meaningful presence in their homes. Some of the areas we publish
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150 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1998

Reviews

[⚘ Itz Lia the Bibliophile ⚘ · Rating 4 out of 5]

My second time reading this book! It was good! It was a nice short read that I could finish in 1 setting which is what I did! I read this book for my 24 hour Read-A-Thon challenge! I am doing good so far! I have had tons of coffee, tea, and water! I am trying to beat my goal and read 9 books in 1 day! Wish me luck. 🤞🤞 I am currently trying not to fall asleep! LOL


Age restriction- Honestly this book was so good that is a 4 yr old read this it would be fine. SO yea this book could be read at any age! This was totally child friendly!

[Naama Noll · Rating 4 out of 5]

I chose to read this book because it seemed like an intresting one mostly because of the intriguing title.

summary:
Jason siegel's stepfather wants him to wear a kippah. He doesn't let him play video games or watch T.V, and play baseball games on Shabat.
Jason is very mad and annoyed of his stepfather.
He is determined to play ball no matter what. But when his plan backfires, Jason finds himself entangled in a situation that hurts his teammate's feelings and jeopardizes his relationship with his mother and stepfather.Jason's 'Saturday Secret' brings him face to face with his stepfather for a touching reconciliation that helps Jason understand responsibility, truthfulness and the meaning of Jewish observance.

There are no weak points in the book. the strong points are when Jason is arguing with his father.
I would recommend this book to all the juwish kids out there.