Author Description

Written for young readers, Mattie & Mimi's Mitzvah Club is an amusing chapter book, delighting readers of all backgrounds. While highlighting Jewish tradition, the story is about everyday life and universal problems in which all children can relate. Set in Florida, the book gives the reader a glimpse into the lives of two eight-year-old best friends and a mischievous six-year-old brother. "Mattie and I are best friends. We live in the same building, right across the hall from each other. This is a good thing, except for one problem - my little brother, Shmuli. He NEVER leaves us alone!"Despite their opposite personalities, Mattie and Mimi are best friends. Mimi, the sensible and easy-going narrator of our story, lives in a noisy, busy home with her little brother, two parakeets and a baby sister. Her dramatic and take-charge friend, Mattie, an only child, lives in a quiet home. Together, with advice from Mimi's mother and help from a cast of characters, they start a club to do mitzvahs (good deeds) in the neighborhood. Mimi's annoying little brother Shmuli proves to be a loyal and heroic member. When a new girl, Rivki, moves into the neighborhood, the three become inseparable friends, but not before overcoming a bit of jealousy on Mattie's part. Iris, a Special Needs child, joins in the fun and is a perfect model for one of their projects. Written from Mimi's humorous and thoughtful point of view, readers get to know the characters and hear about their exciting plans, problems, and adventures.