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Sara C. Arnold

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Sara Arnold is just a woman who loves coffee...especially buna (Ethiopian coffee).

Born and raised in the U.S., Sara immigrated to Israel in 1981, and is a teacher in the Israeli Education Department.

She wrote The Big Buna Bash to help children who feel a bit different from their peers, and to teach all kids to respect and have empathy for people different from themselves.

Winner of Dubai BeingShe Excellence Award (2023) for best children's book

Winner of U.K. Page Turner Book Award (2023)

2nd place winner of Purple Dragonfly Award for diversity (2020)
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Published on December 30, 2024 09:02
Average rating: 4.17 · 47 ratings · 43 reviews · 3 distinct worksSimilar authors
The Big Buna Bash: One Litt...

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מי בא למסיבת הבונה?

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Jane Escapes to the Jungle of Individuality by Jennifer Nestor
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I loved this creative story! We need more books about bullying and this sweet story fits the bill. In an age where individuality is both encouraged and abused, kids need stories like this they can relate to. Nice colorful illustrations!
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A positive, fun story for kids who love dogs AND donuts! I really loved the watercolor illustrations and was happy to read that the mother/son duo is creating together. This book is a perfect bedtime story that can inspire conversations about kindnes ...more
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Snoodles, Kidoodles, Poodles and Lots and Lots of Noodles by Steven Joseph
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"Snoodles, Kidoodles, Poodles, and Lots and Lots of Noodles" is a silly book that kids will love. The clever character names and vivid illustrations will captivate young readers. I did think that the text was a bit long and the font quite small, but ...more
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Mick and the Big Bone by Shlomo Goldman
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I love children's books with a message and this cute little story has an important one. Mick learns that what he has is enough and something to be thankful for! Bigger is not always better! Kids will enjoy the colorful illustrations and rhyming text. ...more
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The Accidentally Good Grizzly by Victoria Marrs
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I enjoyed this optimistic story and kids will too! Beautiful illustrations and clever text with the kid-friendly message that you don't always get what you see (or expect). Kids love books about scary animals that have a heart! ...more
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A Merry Jolly Phonics Christmas Adventure! by Jacqueline Terrill
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What a wonderful book to gift to young readers! Kids will love this little story, and I appreciate Ms. Terrill's initiative in blessing children with the message of Christmas. The colorful pages blended well with the excitement of this holiday season ...more
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We love books about kindness! In "Jayden and the Bully" Jayden succeeds in educating his classmates about the importance of compassion and acceptance. An important lesson for all kids everywhere!
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A Firefly Named Felix by Deanna  Hart
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We love books about acceptance and inclusion and kids love fireflies! Felix has an embarrassing secret that he overcomes. This sweet book encourages children to be themselves and not give up. The illustrations are lovely!
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Calvin the Christmas Tree by Stephen G. Bowling
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A very cute story for this Christmas season. The illustrations reminded me of my childhood, really classic drawings. We love books that teach values and "Calvin the Christmas Tree" does just that.
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Bobby and His Hobby by Shlomo Goldman
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I love children's books that teach empathy, and kids love books about elephants!
"Bobby and His Hobby" is written with child-friendly text that will appeal to young listeners. The illustrations are charming. In short, a very cute story that should be
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