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by Alice Blumenthal McGinty (Author), Rotem Teplow (Illustrator)
On Sunshine Kibbutz, everyone has an important job--even an old tractor who finds new purpose with the help of a young friend and a joyful community.
Tractor Zack has always been a hardworking helper on Sunshine Kibbutz. But when his tires go flat and his engine slows down, he starts to wonder if he's too old to be useful. As the kibbutz prepares for the joyful Shavuot holiday, Zack searches for a new job--and a renewed sense of purpose. With help from young Ben and a little creativity, Zack discovers that being useful doesn't always mean doing what you used to do. Set on a modern Israeli kibbutz, Tractor Zack is a heartwarming tale of resilience, reinvention, and belonging, with gentle humor and a celebration of Jewish culture and community. A free downloadable activity guide that highlights the themes in this book is available on the Kalaniot Books website. About Kalaniot BooksKalaniot Books is dedicated to sharing the richness and diversity of Jewish life and culture with today's children and families. With a special focus on amplifying voices from Jewish communities around the world, Kalaniot celebrates the many ways Jewish identity is expressed--through story, song, language, and art. Every book is a window into Jewish heritage, designed to spark curiosity, connection, and pride in young readers.
Author Biography
Alice Blumenthal McGinty delights in igniting imaginations. As the award-winning author of over 50 children's books, she makes fiction and nonfiction accessible, engaging, and fun. Some of her other books include Jr. Library Guild Selection A Synagogue Just Like Home and Sydney Taylor Notable book Rabbi Benjamin's Buttons. She often presents at schools and conferences, and loves to travel the world. Alice lives in Michigan.
Rotem Teplow is an Israeli illustrator who lives with her husband and two sons in a small village in Israel, near the Dead Sea. She enjoys yoga, reading books, and illustrating beautiful scenery. A graduate of Shenkar College of Design, she currently illustrates for newspapers and children's books worldwide.
Number of Pages: 32
Dimensions: 0.4 x 11.11 x 8.67 IN
Publication Date: April 07, 2026
