Books about Israel and Zionism for Schools and Libraries

There has been a concerted effort to introduce books about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and Zionism into schools and libraries that tug on the heart strings in an attempt to encourage them to promote “cultural diversity, understanding, and inclusivity” by showcasing the “Palestinian experience” (from Jihad article below).

Many teachers and librarians are at a loss as to how to respond to these propaganda attacks.

Here are some resources that might be useful:

YOUNGER READERS

Jihad--Coming to a Library near You

CAMERA's List of Biased Books

Recommended Books from the Association of Jewish Libraries

Love Your Neighbor--Books for Young Readers from the Association of Jewish Libraries

Recommended books from CAMERA

Children's Books on Israel from the Jewish Book Council

Five Israel-Infused Books Picture Books

Reviews of Books about Israel from Sydney Taylor Shmooze

Celebrating Israel with Books for Kids

Research Activity Comparing The Diary of Anne Frank with the African American Experience


ADULT READERS

Books on Israel Advocacy from HonestReporting

Books on Israeli History from HonestReporting

Birthright Alumni Reading List from Jewish Book Council