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Beam of Light
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  • Published: 12 November 2024
  • ISBN: 9780593698174
  • Imprint: Rocky Pond Books
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 32
  • RRP: $39.99

Beam of Light

The Story of the First White House Menorah

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15 Oct 2024
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15 Oct 2024
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12 Nov 2024
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The first piece of Judaica in the White House's permanent holiday collection was introduced for Hanukkah in 2022. This lovely picture book tells the history and importance of its creation.

The official White House menorah is a symbol of strength and perseverance against seemingly insurmountable odds. It was created from a piece of reclaimed wood salvaged during a Truman-era renovation of the building. That beam of White House wood sat in storage for seventy years, through thirteen different presidents. It might have been destroyed, but instead it waited for its new purpose. And so, in 2022, it was transformed into a menorah that will shine its beams of light every year, celebrating the resilience and permanence of Jewish people in America and abroad.
  • Published: 12 November 2024
  • ISBN: 9780593698174
  • Imprint: Rocky Pond Books
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 32
  • RRP: $39.99
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About the author

Elisa Boxer

Elisa Boxer is an Emmy-winning journalist whose writing has been featured in publications including The New York Times and Fast Company. She is the author of many acclaimed nonfiction picture books, including the Sydney Taylor Honor Books The Tree of Life and Hidden Hope. She lives in Maine with her family.

Selina Alko is an award-winning author and illustrator known for blending lyrical storytelling with vibrant mixed-media art. Raised in Vancouver by a Turkish Jewish father and Jewish mother, she grew up immersed in culture, creativity, and diverse perspectives that continue to shape her work. Selina has a degree in art history from University of British Columbia and a BFA in illustration from the School of Visual Arts. A two-time National Jewish Book Award winner, she has created more than twenty-five acclaimed children's books.
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Praise for Beam of Light

Praise and Honors for Elisa Boxer

The Voice that Won the Vote
A Mighty Girl Best Book of the Year
“Boxer’s writing makes this moment in history come alive.”—Booklist

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Rise Feminist Book List
Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

Hidden Hope
*“A harrowing account of one girl’s bravery and a compelling assurance for youth that everyone has a potential hero within.”―Booklist, starred
*“An important true account to add to all collections.” ―School Library Journal, starred