Sarah has been practicing her ballet solo for months, but just when she’s ready to shine on stage, she discovers she must miss her recital for her cousin’s wedding. Disappointed, Sarah can’t imagine how she’ll ever perform her dance—until the joyous rhythms of a Jewish wedding celebration sweep her onto the dance floor. Surrounded by family, tradition, and music, Sarah discovers that sometimes life’s most beautiful solos happen when we least expect them.Sarah’s Solo is a heartfelt story about family, resilience, and finding joy in unexpected places. With lively illustrations and rich details of Jewish wedding traditions, this book will inspire children to embrace both their passions and their heritage.Kirkus Reviews describes Sarah’s Solo as a picture book that “teaches about and celebrates Jewish religious and cultural wedding traditions.” The review notes the energetic contrast between ballet and hora dancing and praises the vibrant, inclusive illustrationsSydney Taylor Shmooze praises the story’s depiction of a Jewish wedding through a child’s eyes, the inclusive visuals, and the emotional arc.Perfect for readers who love dance, family celebrations, or stories of Jewish life, Sarah’s Solo reminds us all that there is more than one way to shine. 32 pages; recommended for ages 4-8.
