Written by D. J. Steinberg
Illustrated by Emmanuel Wiemans
Published by Grosset and Dunlap, February, 2022
Review
If you want a colorful poetry book that reflects children's experiences of Passover, Passover, Here I Come! is 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.
Note: A review copy was provided upon request. All thoughts are our own.
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