{"product_id":"the-right-blessing-an-identity-story-9798765663516","title":"The Right Blessing: An Identity Story","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoey has always felt different, especially when playing with friends like Adam or sitting with the girls at recess. By age nine, she knows she's not a boy, but telling her family is terrifying. One Shabbat evening, Joey's anxiety builds during the family blessing. Unable to bear being called a boy any longer, she stops the ceremony and shares, \"I'm not really a boy.\" Her parents listen closely and, after a heartfelt conversation, offer unconditional love. They agree to use \"she\" and \"her\" for Joey. Though they make mistakes, they do their best, and Joey finally feels seen. At the next Shabbat dinner, she receives the blessing she's always wanted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Kerry Olitzky,Samantha Orshan Kahn\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Kar-Ben Publishing (R)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/07\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 32\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.85lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 10.00h x 10.00w x 0.40d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798765663516\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAudience:\u003c\/b\u003e Ages 4-8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e 02\/01\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e 03\/16\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eOlitzky, Kerry:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cstrong\u003eRabbi Kerry Olitzky\u003c\/strong\u003e led Big Tent Judaism and has taught at Hebrew Union College. A leader in the development of innovative Jewish education, he is the author of nearly one hundred books including Sydney Taylor Award Winner, \u003cem\u003eAn Etrog from Across the Sea.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eOrshan Kahn, Samantha:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cstrong\u003eRabbi Samantha Orshan Kahn\u003c\/strong\u003e is an approachable rabbi, mother, and spiritual advisor navigating the complexities of Jewish parenting in today's world. Inspired daily by both her daughters, Rabbi Kahn feels especially connected to her debut picture book, \u003cem\u003eThe Right Blessing, \u003c\/em\u003eas the mother of a transgender girl. She encourages open dialogue and is available to all parents and families who may be in need of support or understanding. She is passionate about community outreach, interfaith inclusivity, and engaging in Tikkun Olam.\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTobacco, Violet:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cstrong\u003eViolet Tobacco\u003c\/strong\u003e, an Atlanta-based illustrator, initially pursued theater during college but later explored various artistic mediums. With an affinity for storytelling infused with whimsy, humor, and moral depth, she found her true passion in illustration. Collaborating with fellow creatives, Violet works to craft narratives that help us better understand who we are in this big-small world.","brand":"booksdeli.com","offers":[{"title":"Kerry Olitzky \/ Hardcover \/ English","offer_id":47834229244061,"sku":"9798765663516","price":37.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5648\/9373\/files\/img_960ca6c3-18b0-40d1-a220-a789ceb6f045.jpg?v=1776146929","url":"https:\/\/booksdeli.com\/products\/the-right-blessing-an-identity-story-9798765663516","provider":"booksdeli.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}