New Spanish-language children’s book published by Flyaway Books

‘El maravilloso grano de mostaza’ is a retelling of the Parable of the Mustard Seed

by Flyaway Books | Special to Presbyterian News Service

LOUISVILLE — Flyaway Books celebrates the release Tuesday of “El maravilloso grano de mostaza” by co-authors Amy-Jill Levine and Sandy Eisenberg Sasso and illustrator Margaux Meganck.

Ideal for children ages 3-7, “El maravilloso grano de mostaza” provides a moving retelling of the Parable of the Mustard Seed in Spanish. The book presents a unique author collaboration between rabbi and best-selling children’s writer Sandy Eisenberg Sasso and Amy-Jill Levine, a renowned Jewish New Testament scholar. It also features ethnically diverse characters by illustrator Margaux Meganck. The book shows young readers that one tiny seed — just like one small child — carries a world of potential. A special note for teachers and parents is included.

“El maravilloso grano de mostaza” is now available for purchase where books are sold in paperback format. The retail price is $10 and the book is also available in English and Korean.

About Flyaway Books

Flyaway Books is a picture book program dedicated to themes of diversity, inclusivity, compassion, and kindness. For more information, visit www.flyawaybooks.com.

About Amy-Jill Levine

Amy-Jill Levine, the author of numerous acclaimed books, is University Professor of New Testament and Jewish Studies, Mary Jane Werthan Professor of Jewish Studies, and Professor of New Testament Studies at Vanderbilt Divinity School and College of Arts and Science. “Who Counts?” and “The Marvelous Mustard Seed,”  the first two titles in her parables series cowritten with Sandy Eisenberg Sasso, were named Junior Library Guild Selections.

About Sandy Eisenberg Sasso

Sandy Eisenberg Sasso is the Director of Religion, Spirituality and the Arts Initiative at Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis (IUPUI) Arts and Humanities Institute, as well as Rabbi Emerita of Congregation Beth-El Zedeck. Her many children’s books include “Who Is My Neighbor?,” “The Marvelous Mustard Seed,” and “Who Counts?,” all cowritten with Amy-Jill Levine, and the classic “God’s Paintbrush.” For more information, visit www.allaboutand.com.

About Margaux Meganck

Margaux Meganck is a freelance artist and children’s book illustrator in Portland, Oregon. She is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators and the illustrator of the popular children’s book “Who Counts? 100 Sheep, 10 Coins, and 2 Sons.” For more information, visit www.margauxmeganck.com.