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Posts Tagged buy books
Dr. Seuss and More Teach Hebrew!
Posted by Sarah in Jewish Knowledge, Publishing on November 25, 2009
Children have some of the best books! Think about it. They get cool illustrations and great stories, all in about twenty pages or less. Even better, children’s books have the best messages. Having taken a class in college on children’s literature, I’ve grown to really appreciate the wide variety of stories out there geared towards kids.
So, what could be better than a children’s book? A children’s book in Hebrew!
During a book fair held at my synagogue a few weeks ago, I noticed a copy of The Giving Tree for sale on a display table. Well, I love this book, so it should come as no surprise that I decided to go look at it. Upon arriving at the table, I was surprised to see that the book was entirely in Hebrew! The combination was unexpected (although it shouldn’t have been since it was a book fair at my synagogue!).
Leafing through the pages of the beloved classic, I started to wonder. Are there others like this? The answer is yes! While browsing the web, I came 
across a site that sells a bunch of famous children’s books in Hebrew. It had everything from Dr. Seuss to Curious George to Madeleine to Frog and Toad to Where the Wild Things Are to Goodnight Moon. The selection was awesome.
You might be thinking, why would I ever buy these books when I can go get them in English? I understand that not everyone has 
the same crazy passion for books that I have. And, I’m secretly a kid at heart, so children’s books really appeal to me. But, imagine how much you could learn from these books! What better way to learn some Hebrew than through your favorite stories. The dialogue is basic (it’s meant for kids), and since you know the story, you can get the gist of what’s being said.
So, if you’re looking for a way to spice up your reading life and learn something new, this is it! You can find most of these books through Amazon, so have fun exploring!
-Sarah
Hillel – You’re the Next Contestant on the Price is Right!
Posted by Sarah in JPS Books, Jewish Books on October 8, 2009
Starting today, JPS is proud to offer a special discount to our Hillel friends nationwide! Members of the Hillel family can save 40% on almost all JPS books by simply visiting their personalized sale site and entering the code HILLEL at checkout.
Don’t miss this opportunity to add to or start your JPS collection! Need ideas on how to choose? My personal recommendations include:
The JPS Illustrated Children’s Bible
The JPS Tanakh – in Hebrew-English, or English
American Jewish Fiction
Megillat Esther
But these are only a few of the great books you’ll find at JPS. Browse jewishpub.org and choose what interests you most!
Happy Shopping!
-Sarah
Jewish Books = A Smart Investment
Posted by Sarah in Jewish Books, Publishing on September 9, 2009
Source: http://www.computershopper.com
Let’s face it. With the country in an economic slump and families looking to cut costs, books are one of the first things to go– it probably seems like a logical choice. You don’t need books. They don’t provide anything essential, like food or clothing, right? Well, sure, if you’re going to rank the necessities in your life; food, clothing, and shelter certainly rank at the top. But that’s not to say that books aren’t also an essential part of life, or as I’m about to prove: A good investment!
Here are the top four reasons that Jewish Books should become part of your investment portfolio:
1. Books last forever (for the most part). They don’t die like flowers and computers or go out of style like clothing, videogames, cars, and more. In ten, thirty, or fifty years, your books will still be around, assuming you don’t drag them through the dirt or leave them out for a pet to demolish. So, when it comes down to it, you’re getting more bang for your buck by buying books, making them the smarter investment.
2. Books can be resold if you’re in a real bind (pun intended). Not only can you post them on places like eBay or Amazon, but sites like jewishusedbooks.com will buy your books from you. Then, with this newly earned cash and a slightly heavier wallet, you can go out and reinvest your money in more Jewish books! What could be more exciting than that?
3. Jewish books love to teach! Whether you’re looking at a children’s book or a copy of the Tanakh, all Jewish books tend to display a lesson. But, don’t let this fool you into thinking these books are boring. There are tons of Jewish novels out there that can draw you into another world and teach you something at same time. Therefore, unlike videogames, Jewish books are not usually accused of rotting your brain, so not only will you feel smart, you’ll actually be smart! What better way to spend your money than to feed your mind?
4. There is something for everyone. Don’t be turned off by the overly philosophical and scholarly books. There is more to Jewish reading than Bible Commentary. You can find romance, mystery, and suspense all in the wide variety of Jewish novels out there. So, if you’re tired of watching your kids read Twilight, or you need something other than the typical romance novel to entertain you at the beach, try your local Jewish bookseller. Look around and spend your money on something new and different. I guarantee you’ll be pleasantly surprised.
-Sarah
