Passover, Here I Come!

Here I Come!

by David Steinberg, Emanuel Wiemans (Illustrations)

Celebrate Passover with a collection of funny and festive poems from the author of the hugely popular Kindergarten, Here I Come !

The Seder plate is set and the pantry's filled with matzah -- Passover is here! Author D. J. Steinberg is back with an all new collection of poems celebrating the joys of Passover, from singing the Four Questions to finding the Afikomen.

Includes a sheet of stickers for extra holiday fun!

32 pages, Paperback

Published February 8, 2022

About the author

David "D.J." Steinberg ​is the author of nineteen published books for children that have sold more than 1.5 million copies to date, including USA Today bestseller Kindergarten, Here I Come; Grasshopper Pie and Other Poems; and his graphic novel series The Adventures of Daniel Boom AKA Loud Boy.

When he is not working on his books, he spends his days as an executive, producer, and artist on animated movies and TV shows. He currently oversees animation production for Nickelodeon.

When he is not writing books or playing animation executive, David's favorite job is husband and dad, with his wife and three favorite critics—er—sons in Los Angeles, California.

Reviews

[Mrs Mommy Booknerd http://mrsmommybooknerd.blogspot.com · Rating 5 out of 5]

I did not know much about Passover before I read this book. I loved reading the poems and learning about the special holiday. The illustrations are so beautiful too!! There is such love on this book and it shows from cover to cover! I adored the stickers at the end too. Kids will love this book, too, whether they celebrate or want to learn; it will be a delight for all!

[Stacie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Honestly, I knew very little about the celebration of Passover and the rituals and traditions that go along with it. But, through these short, poems, I learned a little bit about the week-long celebration. Steinberg is known for his children’s books that feature poems on the pages and stickers at the end of the book. He has written books about Christmas and Hanukkah, going to school, and other holidays such as Thanksgiving and Easter.

The poems include ones that explain the sacrifice of leaving behind all their favorite bread to only eat Matzoh instead. Another shares the meanings behind the items on a Seder plate and why those particular foods are eaten during Passover. There are also the funny poems that talk about adding more tables when more and more family arrives as well as the joy of having a wacky family.

Kids will find the fun of the poems whether they understand Passover or not. This isn’t just a book for those that celebrate Passover, but one that all of us can learn and understand a religious celebration that may be different from what you or I celebrate. Stickers at the end share illustrations from the pages of the book.

[V · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you want a colorful poetry book that reflects children's experiences of Passover, you've found it. Excitement over traditions and family gatherings are echoed here, as is the seriousness of Passover itself. The variety of poems captures the multitude of emotions that the holy time evokes, from excitement during preparations (clean the house and purge the kitchen!) to disbelief (how can grown-ups like gefilte fish?) to the post-holiday calm when life returns to normal (weekend doughnuts, anyone?). The poems evoke a sense of community and encourage readers to identify with the children in the illustrations. Poems are easy to read, inviting young readers to immerse themselves fully in the book. Plus, stickers at the end add extra fun!

After reading Passover, Here I Come, T had some questions, prompting us to explore Passover practices in greater detail and emphasize the connection between the Jewish holiday and our upcoming Holy Thursday.

Passover, Here I Come invites readers to join in the Passover celebration through poetry and pictures.

[Elyse · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the cutest Passover book! My daughter and I love reading it. The rhymes are so fun to read and explain the holiday in terms that a child can understand. I love how the book mentions a lot of the Passover foods as well as the sedar and why we have that special meal. This is a great book for both Jewish and non-Jewish families to read and enjoy together!

Thank you Media Masters Publicity for our gifted copy.