In "Raisel's Riddle," a clever young girl named Raisel discovers that her simple life in a small village is about to change when a mysterious stranger arrives with a riddle that challenges her wit and wisdom. Set against the backdrop of Eastern European Jewish folklore, Raisel uses her intelligence to navigate the complexities of her world, confronting themes of identity and courage. As she unravels the riddle, Raisel learns valuable lessons about her heritage and the power of storytelling, ultimately discovering that her most profound answers lie within herself. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is part of a book series called Sunburst Books .

There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2003 by Turtleback Books .

Erica Silverman received a Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor for the original Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa book. She lives in the Los Angeles area, where she also works as a librarian. www. ericasilverman. com Susan Gaber has illustrated a number of picture books, including When Winter Comes, The Stable Where Jesus Was Born, and The Very First Thanksgiving Day. She lives with her family in Huntington, New York.