Gershon's Monster: A Story for the Jewish New Year
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Is it age appropriate?
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Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 4; suggested age 4. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Hasidic legend keeps kids on edge of their seats.
Why We Rated This
for Ages 4 and Up
The good stuff
What to watch out for
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Violence & scariness:
What Parents Need to Know
About Gershon's Monster: A Story for the Jewish New Year
Parents need to know that the creatures in this story will delight most kids, though the monster's apparition may be a bit much for smaller, more sensitive listeners. Detailed watercolors illustrate a traditional story.
Read our full review by Matt Berman
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about what the monsters in the story signify. Do you think their appearance matches what they stand for? Do you find them funny or scary?

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