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Gershon's Monster: A Story for the Jewish New Year

Gershon's Monster: A Story for the Jewish New Year

Published in
2000
4.09
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Description

Gershon was not always the best person he could be. True, the mistakes he made were common, ordinary things: a broken promise, a temper lost for no reason, a little untruth told here and there. But unlike most people, Gershon never regretted what he did. He never apologized or asked anyone's forgiveness. Why should he? Every year, on Rosh Hashanah, he would merely stuff his mistakes into a sack and cast them out to sea.Little did Gershon know, though, that his reckless behavior would certainly come back to haunt him. Was there still a chance for him to change? Eric A. Kimmel and Jon J Muth capture all the drama and wonder of this traditional Hasidic legend, as they rekindle our hope for beginning the year anew.
Age
4-8
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
32 pages

Why to read

  • The book provides a realistic portrayal of a person's behavior and consequences.
  • It explores themes of forgiveness, regret, mistakes, responsibility, and change.
  • The story is engaging and emotionally resonant.
  • It offers insight into the importance of acknowledging and learning from one's mistakes.