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Very Best Sukkah, The: A Story from Uganda
Shoshana Nambi
Illustrator: Moran Yogev
Ages: 9+
Published: 2022
Publisher: Kalaniot Books/Endless Mountains Publishers
ISBN: 978-1-7350875-8-0
Keywords: Africa, Abayudaya, Jewish customs and practices
In the village near Mbale where the Abayudaya community has practiced Judaism for generations, Shoshi's family and neighbors celebrate Sukkot, building the holiday's traditional outdoor structure. Colorful stylized illustrations. Glossary, back matter.