Soosie: The Horse That Saved Shabbat By Tami Lahmann-Wilzig

Every Shabbat Jacob and his horse Soosie set out to deliver Ezra and Esther's delicious challahs to their Jerusalem neighbors. But what happens when Jacob is sick? Will everyone get their challah in time for Shabbat?

This heart-warming story highlights the important Jewish values of caring for animals and the sick. It is based on the history of Angel Bakery, the oldest commercial bakery in Israel. The charming illustrations capture picturesque turn of the century Jerusalem and its diverse group of residents.