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Maya Prays for Rain

by Susan Tarcov

JudaismJudaism, juvenile literatureJuvenile literatureShemini AtzeretSukkotFasts and feasts, juvenile literatureRain-makingReligious aspects

"It's a sunny fall day in Maya's neighborhood, and all her neighbors are busy with outdoor activities, from releasing some young butterflies to organizing a birthday scavenger hunt. But Maya learns that today is Shemini Atzeret, when the Jewish community prays for rain. Rain will ruin her neighbors' day! Maya rushes to warn them. Luckily, as her rabbi explains to her, it turns out that she doesn't need to worry"--

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Book data: Open Library