I adore a children’s book that is both fun to read and delivers a powerful message. Our children are sponges and what they read matters. So, the books with the big messages are the ones that I want to share with my kiddo. These are the books that I flitter back to when I need a bit of inspiration. Yes, for me. Because, let’s be real, some children’s books make for the best self-help / self-discovery tools.

Room for Rent by Leah Goldberg is a classic. It is Israel’s best-selling children’s book and was just recently released for the first time in English. The gorgeous illustrations come from Israeli artist Shmuel Katz and I am just awestruck! This book is such a treat and I am thrilled to add it to our home library. I know Pippa and the rest of our little family will enjoy it time and time again. As a mommy with Jewish heritage, I am especially thrilled to add this one to our favorite books collection.

Room for Rent is a fun read aloud book, a richly illustrated picture book, a life lessons book, a fantastic gift-giving book – a book I can’t recommend enough. Let’s continue to teach our children how to see the great in every different person (or animal)! And friends with children – be prepared to see copies of this one, delivered with love, from yours truly. This book is a treasure.

It’s no surprise that I gave Room for Rent 5/5 stars! ( )

A cute story about four animals looking for a fifth animal to share their building. Most of the prospective tenants are too picky, but the last one, a dove, says that she will feel right at home. The poetry felt a bit clunky, but may read better in Hebrew. ( )

Cute pictures and sweet message! My kids enjoyed reading this book as well. It was wonderfully written and illustrated. Great book for parents to share with their children. ( )

Enjoyed this cute story with my child. It's very well written and it is beautifully illustrated! Love this book! ( )

Super fun book that builds really well. The kids had a lot of fun. The illustrations were really great and there were clever twists throughout. ( )