Just in time for holiday gift giving, a new book by author Michael Zedek for little ones, People Are Like… offers a children’s book that’s as meaningful for parents and grandparents as it is for the little ones they love.
A collection of gentle, beautifully written stories in a style somewhere between Aesop and Disney, readers meet a variety of life on earth: porcupines, rabbits, dogs, monkeys, hippos and the mighty trees that exhibit and encourage the meanings of sharing, kindness, acceptance and understanding others—no matter how different they may seem.
Each crisp tale captures life’s lessons in ways children can understand and enjoy. From a shy porcupine who learns that friendship sometimes means taking a chance, to a proud tree that finds strength in helping others People Are Like… encourages warm pathos and lessons to be shared between generations.
Author Michael Zedek, an interfaith community leader, founded the radio program “Religion on the Line” which recently concluded a 29-year run. He is Rabbi Emeritus of two highly regarded synagogues in Kansas City and Chicago.
Zedek’s approach has been described as “An accomplished storyteller with a refreshing, humorous voice…Rabbi Zedek draws on a range of materials including biblical tales, Indian and Japanese folklore, the works of St. Augustine…and Groucho Marx.”
Perfect for bedtime reading or a cozy afternoon visit, Zedek’s book invites parents and grandparents to share the stories and values—reminding young readers that every act of kindness, big or small, helps the world shine a bit brighter.
Reverend Carla Aday of Kansas City’s Country Club Christian Church wrote, “I cannot wait to gift this book to each of my grandchildren…as the grandmother, I also find these stories of everyday life ringing in my heart long after reading them.”
Beautifully illustrated and timed for the season of giving, People Are Like… makes a wonderful holiday gift that connects generations, creating lasting memories, one story at a time.
People Are Like…Stories for Young Readers and Readers Who Wish to Stay Young and Zedek’s first book, Taking Miracles Seriously: A Journey to Everyday Spirituality are available at Amazon.com.
