Robot ShabbatRobot Shabbat

One little girl builds a robot to help her prepare for Shabbat. An introduction to the traditions of Shabbat, the Jewish day of rest, with a Jetsons twist! In preparation for the weekly Sabbath dinner and celebration, a young girl builds a robot from household junk. The girl and robot become quick friends, vrooming around the space colony, baking challah, making matzah ball soup and getting ready to celebrate with family. Together, the girl and robot light the Shabbat candles and sing the blessings. A science fiction Shabbat, told in fun rhyme with an emphasis on noticing sounds. An author's note explaining Shabbat makes this a fun-filled introduction to this important Jewish ritual.