Meet the Goldsteins

PJ family spotlight

By Alicia Feldman, PJ Library Coordinator

Q: Tell me about the Goldstein family members.

A: Our immediate family is made up of Miriam, Adam and Maddie (age 3), but we are lucky to have a lot of extended family in the area.

Q: How long have you been in Naples?

A: Our family has spent the last 5 years together here in Naples.

Q: What is it like when PJ Library books arrive?

A: It’s very exciting! Maddie loves adding to her collection and learning about all the Jewish holidays.

Q: What do you think about the quality of PJ Library books?

A: The quality of PJ Library books is excellent. The illustrations are beautiful, and the stories are easy to read and engaging.

Adam and Miriam Goldstein with daughter Maddie.

Photo credit: Nicole Rose Photography @nicolerosephoto

Q: A lot of parents say they feel PJ books help them raise good kids. Do you feel that way?

A: Yes, we feel that the books help to teach her values, such as respect, kindness, gratitude and honoring our parents/ grandparents. We enjoy incorporating some of the activities depicted in the stories into our own lives as they teach her about cooperating and helping others.

Q: Are you involved in the Jewish community in Naples?

A: Maddie attends Preschool of the Arts at Chabad of Naples. We try to stay involved through various events and committees that support the Jewish community.

Q: How do PJ Library books play a role in your bedtime routine?

A: After bath time, Maddie gets to pick two to three books to read, and then we talk about her favorite part of the day as she falls asleep. PJ books often have wonderful prompts on the inside of the cover to help spark age-appropriate conversation about the book and the Jewish values highlighted in it.

Q: What is Maddie’s favorite PJ Library book?

A: Right now, it is “Hanukkah with Friends,” by Chris Barash.

If you, or someone you know, is interested in becoming a PJ Library Spotlight Family please let us know! Email Alicia Feldman, programs@jewish naples.org.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook @PJLibrary NaplesFL. Adam and Miriam Goldstein with daughter, Maddie.