Synopsis
About Lesley Simpson
See more books from this AuthorThe book ends with the sounds of Jewish music, Mira singing “Dim-dim-dee-dee-dim” and her sister singing “Goo-goo-ga-ga-ga.” Even young readers may see the plot twists coming, but the details are funny (Mira wants to name the baby Siren), the ending is genuinely moving, and some families may want...
May 01 2012 | Read Full Review of A Song for My SisterIf Mom fed her, her answer was “Waaaaaaa!” If Dad danced with her, her answer was “Waaaaaa!” If Mira burped her or bounced her or did her best acrobatic trick, her answer was “Waaaaaa!” When they talked about what to name her on simchat bat, her naming day, Mira thought Siren was the perfect name.
Oct 09 2012 | Read Full Review of A Song for My SisterMira tries everything to help, but it is only on the baby’s eighth day, the day of her simchat bat, or Jewish naming ceremony, that Mira and her family figure out how to make her stop crying.
Sep 19 2012 | Read Full Review of A Song for My Sister