A New Book by Julie Salamon,
Illustrated by Jill Weber
Tata was inspired by my mother, Lilly Salcman. She used to say she has nine lives, like a cat. Those lives have been large—and so are her dreams. Ruby is my great-niece, my sister Suzanne’s first grandchild, the third generation to hear the stories that came out of Tata’s dreams.
When she was Ruby’s age, Lilly’s family started calling her Szimi, short for Simcha, and she was a blessing indeed. She was a survivor of Auschwitz, where her parents and one of her two brothers were killed. Her older sisters had escaped to the land that became Israel. She never forgot the past but always moved forward. She was the subject of articles, books, medical essays, and poems and shared her experiences with many school and synagogue classes, as well as to adult groups. For me, One More Story, Tata is another way for her to speak to the future.
Lilly passed away peacefully on June 4, at age 101, one month before this book was published. But she had a chance to see it and give her stamp of approval! For me, One More Story, Tata is another way for my amazing mom to inspire the future.
August 18, 2024
Interview with Julie Salamon and Jill Weber, author and illustrator of ONE MORE STORY, TATA!
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Early Reviews
“Joyous and heartwarming… Highly recommended.”
“This multigenerational family expresses love, caring, and pride at nearly every moment….Wonderfully warm and tender.”
“At the heart of this story is the wisdom and love of grandparents, (for this story, specifically grandmothers) and how everyone in the family has an important role even if that role has changed over time. Tata is very old but still finds ways to not only teach her granddaughter, Ruby, life lessons through fun dreams, but also how to always keep trying through Tata’s actions. I also loved the juxtaposition between Tata and Ruby walking and taking naps together… Yes, it is a story with the Jewish Shabbat but really this story is wonderful for any family to learn how to include the whole family together, no matter how old or young. A great book to celebrate family and Grandparents’ Day”.
Nicole Miller
“This is a great little story for celebrating Shabbat without making the whole book about prepping for the night. This is about FAMILY. About BONDING. And, in the end, we wrap up that bonding by bringing the family together for a 4-generation prayer and dinner. It’s quite pretty, and a perfect gift for a Jewish family.”
Dionne Baseri
“This book is so sweet and so cute. My one year old daughter immediately starting saying “Tata! Tata!” On each page. We received it in the mail today and have read it twice already. Would recommend to parents who love and miss their grandparents.”
Jeryn Koritzinsky
“‘One More Story, Tata’ reminds me of ‘Good Night Moon.’ There’s so much to notice in the colorful pictures that also include an old lady, pictures on the walls, and a cat, and it’s another warm comforting story that portrays the safety of a loving family.”
Holly Kane
“This beautifully written and illustrated book is imbued with storytelling of the first rank that reflects a deep insight into, and appreciation for, the bonds that create the fabric of family. It shines a bright light on the role that our ancestors (be they parents, grandparents or those who came before them) play in transmitting the love and values that make the best people of the children we are raising.”
Wayne Kabak
“I appreciated that the author showed this Jewish family celebrating in a traditional way. It makes this book great for all kids, but especially kids that can relate to a family such as this. It will definitely be so, so meaningful to kids to understand and treasure the importance of family. Lastly, the illustrations were super colorful and bright, giving the book a happy and playful tone. Perfect for a kids’ book!
I really liked reading this story and I think that young kids will, too. Bravo!”
Shan
“I really enjoyed reading this book to my boys, and I think they enjoyed reading this book too. I was raised by my Grandma, and they are close to my Grandma (their Great Grandma). They loved having a book with a Great Grandma.”
Tiny Loves to Read
“What wonderfully written book. It appeal to all children 3 to 8. I will let my nieces and nephews know about this book so they can read to their children. I had many Shabbat dinners with my grandmother like Ruby had. Make sure to read the description of Shabbat and a moving history of her mother at the end of the book”.
Mike
“A super read for all generations!”
Miriam
“Even though I am not Jewish, I really enjoyed this story, it made me think of the wonderful memories I have of my Great Grandmother. I think young children of all faiths would enjoy this book as much as I did.”
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