Rabbi Matzah - The Shabbat Book: Mike and Maya's Saturday Surprise

Take a magical, meaningful trip through Shabbat… with snacks.From the author and illustrator of Rabbi Matzah: The Hanukkah Book comes a joyful new time-travel adventure full of humor, heart, and a whole lot of challah.Mike is bored. Maya is annoyed. And Shabbat? Mike says it sounds like the most boring day ever. That’s when a familiar shimmer sparkles through their living room — and their favorite magical guest, Rabbi Matzah, reappears with his glittery wand and mysterious mission.This time, they’re traveling back to the world’s very first Shabbat — where time slows down, stars twinkle brighter, and even the air feels like it’s taking a nap. As Mike, Maya, and the rabbi explore ancient hillsides and old-timey Jewish villages, they discover how Shabbat has been celebrated for generations — with candlelight, blessings, grape juice, challah, and most of all, presence.Along the way, they taste foods, dodge giant loaves of bread, and learn that "doing nothing" might actually be doing something very important.This book is for families who:• Light candles, sing blessings, or bake challah• Celebrate Shabbat weekly, sometimes, or are just curious• Want a gentle, funny, and magical way to explain what Shabbat means• Love time-traveling rabbis with sparkly hats and strong opinions about kugelIncludes:• A glossary of Jewish words and phrases• Shabbat blessings in Hebrew, transliteration, and English• Recipes for challah and chicken soup• A maze, games, and a special note to the reader from Rabbi Matzah himselfPerfect for:• Ages 5–10 (and their grown-ups!)• Jewish day schools and supplemental programs• Interfaith families or anyone learning about Jewish traditions• Fans of the first Rabbi Matzah book — or anyone who needs a reminder to slow down and just be“Shabbat isn’t just about stopping,” says Rabbi Matzah. “It’s about being.”Come along for the adventure — just don’t forget the snacks. Read more