Bedtime Stories for Strong Jewish Girls is a beautifully illustrated collection of 50 mini-biographies spotlighting Jewish women from biblical times to the modern era who shaped the world across fields like science, justice, the arts, religion, resistance, and leadership. Each story is crafted in accessible, engaging prose to captivate readers of all ages. From biblical heroines like the Daughters of Tzelofchad to pioneers like Henrietta Szold and Nobel laureates like Dr. Rosalyn Yalow, these women led with strength, courage, and a deep commitment to Jewish values. Perfect as nightly inspiration or classroom reading, this book uplifts Jewish identity, embraces religious diversity, and connects the next generation to a rich and multifaceted heritage.
Melanie Goldberg Silver is a lifelong writer who published her first nonfiction piece at the age of fifteen. A fintech attorney by profession and mother of three, Melanie was inspired to write this book while seeking bedtime stories for her daughters that reflected Jewish heroines who were strong yet deeply connected to their traditions. Finding a gap in the market, she decided to fill it herself. She lives in New York City with her husband and children. Bedtime Stories for Strong Jewish Girls is her debut children’s book
