A San Francisco Jewish family, a daughter who falls in love with a gentile doctor, and a father who will not have it — argued out on both sides with respect and no melodrama. Wolf was born in San Francisco to French Jewish immigrants, wrote with one arm paralysed from birth, and rarely left the city; this 1892 novel was the first serious American treatment of intermarriage, and it is still the fairest.

This novel is considered one of the earliest works of American Jewish fiction and is notable for its exploration of themes related to assimilation, identity, and the challenges faced by Jewish immigrants in the United States during the late 19th century.The story revolves around the character of David Levison, a Jewish immigrant from Eastern Europe who moves to New York City to pursue a career in medicine. David faces various challenges and dilemmas as he navigates the complex terrain of A...

In "Other Things Being Equal," Emma Wolf presents a compelling exploration of ethical dilemmas and social inequalities through the prism of a contemporary urban landscape. The novel deftly employs a realist narrative style interspersed with poignant character studies, enabling readers to engage deeply with the moral complexities of modern life. Through the intertwining lives of its characters, Wolf critiques societal norms and illuminates the pervasive impacts of privilege and power dynami...

Sometimes, people really want to have a baby, but they aren't able to. And sometimes, that's where surrogates can help! Surrogacy is when someone carries a baby in their womb for someone else. This author shares her experience as a surrogate, what it was like to go through the process, and overall, the privilege and joy it is to help someone else achieve a huge dream: creating a family.

Alopecia means losing your hair. Maybe some of it. Maybe all of it. But what it doesn't mean is losing yourself. This young author has already learned a lot with the support of his mom and family. Many people have hair, but some don't. Stop staring and start caring. Then, you'll see the person inside (who's probably pretty awesome!).Core themes in this book:Bravery, Curiosity, Perspective...

OK, let's say this word together: puberty. That wasn't so bad, right? Puberty is a completely normal part of growing up, but it can feel really weird to talk about...for grownups and kids. Every person experiences the changes that come with puberty in their own way, and the more we talk about them, the better we feel about our bodies.Core themes in this book:Bodies, Change, Feelings, Normal...

Type 1 diabetes is a chronic illness which affects a lot of people, and being diagnosed can feel scary. This author shows kids how to manage their diagnosis and thrive in their new reality. Learn about what type 1 diabetes is, things to look out for, tools to best manage it, and feel encouraged-with care, attention, and bravery, you are capable of anything!Core themes in this book:Bodies, B...

What if you found out there was a little, tiny word that could change your frustrations into opportunities? When we tell ourselves "I can't do this," we give up. But if instead, we say, "I can't do this...yet," we're opening ourselves to the possibility of growing through challenges, also called perseverance. Join this author in practicing perseverance, adding "yet" to your vocabulary, and learning the value of continued e...

In a time when it seems like so much depends on small talk and friend count, life can start to feel a little awkward for the introverted kiddos of the world. This book explores the introvert experience from struggles to superpowers, on a mission to affirm those of us who find solace in a bit of silence and solo time. We have a lot to offer the world-and we do it our own way.Core themes in this book:

Radical dreaming is having the hope and courage to dream BIG, no matter who you are, where you come from, or what others might say. The author describes a kind of dreaming that breaks all barriers and knows no bounds, and encourages readers to adopt the habit of radical dreaming-no matter how old they are-as a means to create the positive, inclusive, life-changing realities we wish to see!...

Pronouns are a meaningful part of identifying who we are. We can't know someone's pronouns just by looking at them or knowing their name, so it's important to ask! This book encourages kids AND grownups to get uncomfortable, learn new things, make mistakes, and choose to grow. It's not about always getting it right, but it is about being loving and continuous in our effort.Core themes in this boo...

Public health is a super important thing that very few people know by name! But all of that will change when you open this book. Learn about what public health is, why it's so important (ever heard of seatbelts? Bike helmets? Smoke detectors?), and how public health work makes our lives safer and healthier every day!Core themes in this book:Equity, Ideas, L...