Judah Touro Didn't Want to Be Famous

Jewish philanthropist Judah Touro sets out from Boston to New Orleans in 1801, dreaming of becoming a successful shopkeeper. With his skill in business, he earns a great fortune. But after he is injured on the battlefield in the War of 1812, Judah begins to see the world through new eyes. He recognizes that his true calling may be to help others. Grateful and humble, Judah begins to perform philanthropic deeds, large and small—all in secret. Hardcover: 978-1-5415-4561-8 Paperback: 978-1-5415-4562-5 eBooks/audio eBooks available for Amazon Kindle as well as most other e-readers. eSource guides are tools for educators--parents or teachers--for helping children understand selected Kar-Ben books. These guides include historical context, definitions, pre- and post- reading questions, plus ideas for projects and activities. Judah Touro Didn't Want to Be Famous eSource Teaching Guide