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Ades, Audrey , McKinney, The Story of Jason Schachter McKinney

Jason Belongs: The Story of Jason Schachter McKinney

32 pp. | Kar-Ben | November, 2025 | Trade ISBN 9798765620809 $19.99
(3) K-3 Illustrated by Isabel Muñoz. Jason loves being Jewish, but some cruel words from his classmates at his Jewish school make Jason, who’s Black, question whether he belongs. As he grows up and pursues a singing career, Jason continues to feel disconnected from his religion—until a Belgian Shabbat service inspires him to become a cantor and celebrate both his heritages. Though the biography’s subject is lesser-known, Jason’s quest to find acceptance and community—underscored by the soft-colored illustrations—is a relatable one.
Reviewer: Rachel L. Kerns

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