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Marilyn’s Debut Picture Book

About Bring Back the Babka!

When brothers Sol and Sammy search for their mama’s missing babka in their diverse Jewish neighborhood, they find other delicious treats and words of wisdom from each friend they visit. Readers can follow clues in the illustrations to solve the mystery of the missing babka in this heartwarming and humorous tale of community members coming together to make a Shabbat meal complete. End matter includes information on the Jewish foods mentioned in the book as well as a babka recipe.

Classroom Discussion Guide

Coloring Sheet

Praise for Bring Back the Babka!

“I absolutely adore this book. Everyone should read it (but not on an empty stomach!)” – Lesléa Newman, author of The Babka Sisters

“Who doesn’t love babka or any sweet, home-baked treat? The accompanying backmatter – especially a babka recipe – adds another delicious layer to this delightful book!” – Valerie Bolling, author of 2023 Kirkus Prize finalist for Together We Swim

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Read the School Library Journal review here.

Read the Horn Book review here.

Bring Back the Babka! in the press

From The Journal in Monmouth County, New Jersey: https://www.thejournalnj.com/articles/local-titles-for-the-reader-on-your-gift-list/