I love that this book tells a true story about a time and place that most kids wouldn't know about. It gives them some history that they probably wouldn't run into anywhere else and it gives them a sense of what life was like for kids in other times and places.

Loved the illustrations – the pages seemed to sparkle with life and energy infused with color and confetti. The little girl accompanying her parents to their work and her view of their workplace – the Yiddish theater – was enchanting. It also made me wonder what my kids see when I take them in to work sometimes. The peek into life in the earlier part of the last century was also enchanting – wow! All the stuff mentioned in this book was
there 100 years ago – but some of it must have been fascinating for people at that time – while now we take them for granted – even flying cars! Learning more about the history of Yiddish theater and theater life was a plus.
My kids’ thoughts: My little girl: I liked it because loved the tour of the dressing rooms (loved it when she got to play with the makeup and accessories), learned the secrets of the props used (blood/drinks/and more). Pretty colors were a big plus for her.
My little boy: He liked the illustrations and the facts he learned and the theater tricks.
Rating: A
Reading Level: 5 years and above
Reread Level: 4/5

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