To help get ready for Shabbat (the Jewish Sabbath), a young boy joyfully chooses and plays around with ingredients his grandma then stirs into their pot of soup in this colorful picture book. His antics can engage children as they happily read along to this wholesome, empowering tale. A child-centered story highlighting traditional values combined with vibrant illustrations for children aged 3-7. Even the youngest can join in the lyrical chorus as each of the nine ingredients are added. The author shares a detailed recipe for her favorite Shabbat soup. A kid-friendly introduction to Shabbat for people of all backgrounds. Eight pages of fun activities, clear explanations and links to on-line games further enrich children's experience of "Getting Ready for Shabbat!"