The Mysterious Missing Matzoh [Hardcover]

What happens when you hide the afikomen too well?The Mysterious Missing Matzohis a hilariously original, utterly heartwarming take on a beloved Passover tradition.

It’s that time in the Passover Seder when it’s Grandpa Murray’s job to break the matzoh and hide the afikomen for the kids to find. But what happens when you hide the afikomen too well? Search as hard as they can, Nathan, Simone, Andrew, and David can’t track it down anywhere. The kids may have to turn the house upside down if they want to get their reward and finish the Seder meal.

The Mysterious Missing Matzohis a joyful title that readers will return to year after year to celebrate Passover. Illustrated by award-winning artist Adam Auerbach and told with heartwarming humor byNew York Timesbestselling picture book author Alan Katz, it’s a must-have for anyone who celebrates the holiday or just wants to learn more about an ages-old tradition.

 “A cheery Passover story, destined to become a holiday favorite.” -Kirkus Reviews

Readers will be delighted when they finally discover the afikomen’s hiding place. Auerbach’s playful, childlike illustrations complement Katz’s compelling story well, keeping readers engaged. -School Library Journal

“Expressive and detailed illustrations—created with pen, ink, and digital enhancements—project the cheer surrounding this family’s tradition, and the text conveys information without getting bogged down in being overly instructive about Passover … A gleeful addition to Jewish holiday collections” -Booklist