Romi lives with her abuelita in the small Jewish community in Santiago de Cuba. They dont have much here, but with a little imagination and lo que sea, theyll make it work-- so an outgrown dress becomes a blanket becomes a prayer tallis becomes a wedding chuppah and ultimately becomes a symbol at the center of this communitys celebrations. Author, Jennifer Stempel has woven her own Cuban Jewish heritage into this heartwarming folktale. Readers will delight in Libi Axelrods detailed illustrations which highlight the rich traditions of this unique community.
Romi lives with her abuelita in the small Jewish community of Santiago de Cuba. They dont have much here, but with a little imagination and lo que sea, theyll make it work
