Congratulations to David Behrman and Vicki Weber

ARJE Distinguished Educator Award Winners

Last week, David Behrman and Vicki Weber received the Distinguished Educators Award from the ARJE, an award that "honors those who embody the values of ARJE and make significant contributions to Reform Jewish education."

Under David and Vicki's leadership, Behrman House cemented its position as the leading publisher serving the Jewish educational community with over 800 titles in print covering subjects such as history, holidays, values,

Behrman House announced today that Michelle Montague has joined the company as Head of Sales & Marketing. In this new role, Michelle will be supporting our relationships with educators as well as bringing attention to our highly regarded children’s imprint Apples & Honey Press. Michelle will report to Publisher Derek Stordahl and work closely with Behrman House’s committed editorial team that includes  Dena Neusner, Rabbi Deborah Bodin Cohen, and Lindsey Mauriello. Rae Eskin will continue to provide curriculum consulting and other support for educators and teachers.

“Joining Behrman House is a rare opportunity to align my passion for book marketing with my devotion to my Jewish heritage, and I look forward to working alongside this talented team and with Derek once again,” said Mo

Behrman House has changed leadership. What does that mean for you and your school?

What will change for us under the new ownership?

Almost nothing! All Behrman House staff are staying with the company and all ordering, shipping, and billing processes stay the same. We’re staying put in our editorial offices in Millburn NJ, and our website remains the same. David and Vicki will be working with the new leadership over the coming months to ensure a smooth transition.

How will the publishing program change with new leadership?

Behrman House will continue to focus on meeting the needs of Jewish educators and the Jewish community. Apples & Honey Press will continue to publish great Jewish children’s books. We’re also contemplating new p

New fo rthe 2026-2027 school year, an entirely new way to study Torah, using the character strengths from the VIA Institute. 

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No one can overstate the courage it takes for a child with disabilities to confront the public milestone of b’nai mitzvah. A Different Spirit provides the support to start all considerations with “yes”.

A Different Spirit: Creating Meaningful B'nai Mitzvah for Children with Disabilities is a collection written by experts from all over the world, including the most expert of all--people with lived experience of disability who share the story of their b’nai mitzvah, offering a compelling body of wisdom and encouragement that is utterly adaptable to individual needs. In chapters organized not by disability but by challenges such as nonverbal, mobility, learning difference, vision, or hearing, contributors share strategies, techniques and ref

From midweek Hebrew zoom groups to remote tutorials, turn-page supplements of our Hebrew materials help teachers keep students literally on the same page. And now they include more online activities, audio-led reading practice, and games. 

The interactive turn-page supplements for all our Shalom Uvrachah primers feature:

• A video introducing each letter  
• Hebrew reading practice for new letters 
• Word-by-word audio for the “Ready, Set, Read” activities
• All reading practice available in both Israeli and American accents 
• A game at the end of each lesson 

The digital supplements are available for the rev

Storybooks and coloring pages provide quick and last minute resources throughout the High Holidays.

Find these and more at applesandhoneypress.com. Also available through Amazon, Bookshop.org and other online sites.

Download a selection of coloring pages here.

Rosh Hashanah

Little Red Rosie, by Eric Kimmel. Ages 3-6.In this playful version of The Little Red Hen, a young girl enlists her stuffed animal friends to help make challah for Rosh Hashanah--"An attractive, different take on a holiday tale."-Kirkus Reviews

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Apples & Honey Press has a growing list of stories for children ages 3-8 that bring Jewish values to life, from Ahavat Tziyon (Love of Israel) and B’tzelem Elohim (Made in the Image of God) to Shalom Bayit (peace in the home) and Tzedakah (Giving Justly).

Ahavat Tziyon (Love of Israel)

• Matzah Ball Chase-Ages 3-6. "This very silly rhyming story...encourages travel, exploration, and learning about one’s heritage." —Association of Jewish Libraries
• Shimri’s Big Idea-Ages 3-7. “Children will appreciate seeing how a boy with a keen eye helps to accomplish great things in this reimagining of biblical history.”— Kirkus Reviews