Overview
Rabbi Noach Muroff needed a comfortable desk where he could study Torah.
When he bought a used desk and took it home, he discovered a surprise hidden inside… something that belonged to the previous owner.
Rabbi Muroff knew what he must do next…
Do you?
This contemporary story, taken straight from real life events, highlights the great mitzvah of being M’kadesh Shem Shamayim, sanctifying Hashem’s name in the most public way. Children will enjoy the suspense of the tale, the adorable illustrations, and the lovely message. Great for encouraging honest behavior and the joy that comes from doing what is right.
The Surprise in the Desk
By Carol Ungar illustrated by Mira Simon
ISBN: 9781945560330 / LCCN: 2020941301
Hardcover / 7 x 10 / Laminated pages / Ages 3-6 / List Price $12.95
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Rabbi Noach Muroff needed a comfortable desk where he could study. When he bought a used desk and took it home, he discovered a surprise hidden inside — something that belonged to the previous owner. Rabbi Muroff knew exactly what he must do next. “The Surprise in the Desk” by the team of author/storyteller Carol Ungar and artist/illustrator Mira Simon is a contemporary picture story for young readers that is taken straight from real life events and highlights the value of honesty and doing what is right. Children will enjoy the suspense of the tale, the adorable illustrations, and the lovely message, making it a particularly recommended addition to family, elementary school, and community library collections.
Children’s Bookwatch – February 2021
