Aviva vs the Dybbuk

As a young girl and her mother try to pick up the pieces while grappling with the loss of their father and husband, readers can recognize the profound impact of their grief. As the story unfolds, communication, understanding, and friendship help bring the family a new sense of hope. The novel lends itself well to independent reading and exploration in an intermediate classroom, and it also provides a context of Jewish faith, religious practices, and traditions. Teachers may choose to read it out loud to encourage small group and class discussions.