Written by Rinat Primo
Illustrated by Yael Albert
Price: £10.99 / $13.99
Pages: 32
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781805002062
Highlights
- A vibrant picture book for young readers
- Inspired by a famous Talmud story about Rabbi Hillel and Rabbi Shammai
- Teaches children about learning new things, perseverance, competing with others, kindness and friendship
- Written by Rinat Primo, one of the most popular and successful Israeli children’s authors
- Beautifully illustrated by Yael Albert
Description
A vibrantly illustrated tale about perseverance, kindness and friendship by one of the most beloved Israeli children’s authors It’s playtime at Rainbow Kindergarten and Lily is trying to set a new record for standing on one leg – just like the graceful storks that visit the playground. But no matter how hard Lily tries she keeps toppling over. When her friend Hillel joins the game, the race is on to be the first to beat the record. Will Lily be prepared to do whatever it takes to claim victory?
Author details
Rinat Primo is one of the most beloved and successful Israeli children’s authors. Her book can be found in almost every home. Rinat’s classic picture books include Ai! Ouch! Ow!, Splendours and A Letter to Bialik and her popular mid-grade novels include My Best Friend and Zalman.
Illustrator details
Yael Albert is an illustrator and graphic designer based in Israel. She graduated from the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design in Jerusalem, where she majored in illustration.
Her work has appeared in children’s books, newspapers, magazines, exhibitions, and advertising campaigns. Yael has illustrated several award-winning children’s books and has received honours from the Israel Museum, as well as a Silver Medal from 3×3 Magazine for contemporary illustration.
Her illustrations are recognised for their emotional depth, playful use of color, and distinctive characters.
Reviews
‘Oh my goodness, I loved this one. Lilly is determined to beat her own record standing on one foot—until a classmate joins in and tries to beat it too. Her reaction? Not so kind… but very real and relatable. What unfolds is such a gentle, meaningful shift. Instead of competing, the two learn to support each other—and discover they can go even further together than they ever could alone. I love how this story normalizes big feelings while also showing the power of encouragement, teamwork, and friendship. Such a simple, beautiful message: we’re stronger together.’ — Charlotte Offsay, picturebookrecommendations (IG)
‘Lily want to break her record for standing on one leg. And when it looks like fellow kindergarten pupil Hillel is going to balance for longer than her, she knocks him over. But then she makes a touching discovery — and that changes everything. On One Foot by Rinat Primo and Yael Albert, translated by June Amikram, is a feelgood (but true to playground life and non-preachy) tale, inspired by Ecclesiastes: “If one person falls, another can reach out and help. But someone who falls along has no-one to catch them.”’ — Angela Kiverstein, The Jewish Chronicle
‘On One foot is a sweet story about friendship from one of Israel’s favorite children’s authors, Rinat Primo. Lily wants to stand “On One Foot”, but every time she reaches the count of three she loses her balance. ” One, two , three, WHUMP!” But she keeps trying over and over. Brought to life in English by translator June Amikam, kids will love the repetitive phrase. The illustrations by Yael Albert show a busy playground and if you look closely, you can see expressive faces. At first Lily is upset when Hillel tries the challenge too. It is only when they accidently lean on each other, that they both manage to keep their balance. This tale of perseverance shows how competition can change into cooperation so that everyone can succeed.’ — Julie Ditton, Story Book Lady (IG)