D.I.J. - Do It Jewish: Use Your Jewish Creativity!

by Barbara Bietz, Daria Grinevich (Illustrator)

Overview

It’s like a Jewish creativity mentor in a book! Learn from Jewish creativity mentors & use your own Jewish creativity in areas ranging from Jewish cooking to Jewish filmmaking.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781951365042
Publisher:	Intergalactic Afikoman
Publication date:	12/01/2020
Pages:	104
Product dimensions:	7.25(w) x 10.25(h) x (d)
Age Range:	8 - 9 Years

About the Author

Barbara Bietz is an award winning author of several books for children. Barbara created the website JewishBooksforKids.com where she interviews authors, illustrators, editors, and more. When Barbara isn't reading, she is probably typing away at her desk working on a manuscript. Barbara loves reading, doing crafts, and playing the guitar. She lives with her family in Southern California. Visit her online at www.BarbaraBietz.com

Editorial Reviews

01/29/2021

Gr 5 Up—This guide that centers on Jewish creativity is organized into chapters that cover filmmaking, cooking, songwriting, art, comics/graphic novels, midrash, and Judaica. Each chapter is divided into three sections. The first is a combination of prompts that explain how to start the creative process. The story of a successful creator is interwoven throughout, with a biography annotated at the end. The second section provides a shorter description of another person who was successful in the field. The final section features a DIY list of supplies and processes, followed by a glossary of terms. The idea is laudable, but the execution is weak. The writing is accessible but uneven. Additionally, the section on filmmaking does not dive into the accessibility challenges and social barriers that arise with the pursuit of this career. The remaining sections, especially those on graphic novels, art, cooking, and midrash, are realistic and more successful. Finally, the constant insertions of the word "Jewish" into the text become intrusive at times. VERDICT Those looking for creative Jewish inspiration may find some useful sections; most can wait for something better.—Amy Lilien-Harper, Wilton Lib., CT

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