Little Ezra's World

In this adventure, Ezra wakes up on his sixth birthday with a fluttery tummy and quiet disappointment; his friends are sick, and the day isn’t going the way he hoped. But with the gentle wisdom of Bubbe and Grandpa, Ezra begins a heartfelt journey into hakarat hatov, the Jewish practice of recognizing the good. Through birthday blessings, warm hugs, and a growing gratitude journal, Ezra learns that thankfulness isn’t just for perfect days; it’s something we practice, one small blessing at a time. From sunlight and cinnamon to Shabbat candles and Psalm 100, Ezra discovers that joy grows when we notice the gifts already around us.

The paper-back and hard-cover editions includes over 30 pages of meaningful back matter to help families deepen the experience: • Blessing Pages: Modeh Ani and Shehecheyanu • List of other books in the series • Kid-Friendly Glossary: 7 pages of Jewish words and concepts • Activity Pages: Fun, thoughtful prompts to explore gratitude • Gratitude Journal: 7 pages for children to reflect and write • Coloring Pages: Ezra’s birthday, Shabbat scenes, and more Perfect for families, classrooms, and bedtime reading, Little Ezra’s World: Gratitude invites children to see the world through grateful eyes and helps parents nurture character, connection, and Jewish identity one gentle adventure at a time.