The Boston Chocolate Party

"...a fast-paced picture book that combines the drama foreshadowing the American Revolution, the heroic Maccabee fight for freedom, and Sephardic Hanukkah customs"

Association of Jewish Libraries

"Just like any cel­e­bra­tion of Hanukkah/​"Janucá", there are many ingre­di­ents con­tribut­ing to this appeal­ing new book. Jew­ish mul­ti­cul­tur­al­ism, com­mu­ni­ty sup­port in the face of adver­si­ty, and a thirst for free­dom all add up to an engag­ing sto­ry about a Jew­ish Amer­i­can past."

Jewish Book Council

"A fast-paced picture book that combines the drama foreshadowing the American Revolution, the heroic Maccabee fight for freedom, and Sephardic Hanukkah customs…the author has done fine research to tie the date of the famous Boston Tea Party to Hanukkah in 1773…readers can enjoy this lively historic vignette while feeling proud to see Jews at the founding of our nation."

Association of Jewish Libraries

"This delicious tale of friendship and freedom features bold and highly expressive illustrations… It authentically and positively represents Jewish culture, with an emphasis on Sephardic traditions and Hanukkah celebrations…Jewish values of kindness and friendship are demonstrated in an age-accessible way. Finally, the pre-Revolutionary setting is an added bonus, offering a glimpse of Jewish life in a less familiar era."

Sydney Taylor Shmooze

"…this is a book that combines years of research with the kind of imagination that will have children reading this book over and over."

Donald Harrison, San Diego Jewish World

"“The Boston Chocolate Party” is a children’s book that entertains while teaching a little history about Jews in colonial America… The book shows how Sephardic families at the time of the Boston Tea Party celebrated Chanukah…In an endearing story line…Joshua realizes that his family’s chocolate business can be his friend’s ticket to a better life. Who can resist a story where chocolate saves the day!"

Bracha Schwartz, The Jewish Link

"In this heartwarming illustrated tale, set in colonial times…two parallel stories unfold: One is the enduring bond between Joshua and his friend Isaac, who moved to Boston. The other draws connections between Hanukkah, that recalls the ancient Maccabees’ fight for religious freedom and the Colonists’ fight for freedom."

Boston Jewish Journal

"…this is the story of Spanish and Portuguese Jews who came to the United States to escape religious persecution, bringing their then-unheard-of chocolate recipes with them... It's the story of the Boston Tea Party, of Chanukah, and of how people fight for their right to live and practice their beliefs freely and without oppression. It's a story of family and friendship at the holidays, even in difficult times. What more could you want?"

Noodlenuts

"I adore historical fiction stories where I can learn something new, and "The Boston Chocolate Party" is no exception. Not only does this story illustrate how hot chocolate became popular in America, but it also introduces readers to the Sephardim."

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