Jason Belongs: The Story of Jason Schachter McKinney -- Audrey Ades, Hardcover

The true story of Jason Schachter McKinney.

Jason has a big voice. He sings everywhere--until a whisper runs through his Jewish day school: Jason is Black. Is he really Jewish? "Can I be both Black and Jewish?" wonders Jason. He stops caring about Jewish songs and prayers.

His African ancestors' music continues to touch Jason's heart and spirit, but he longs for a community where he can be his complete self. When he finds his way to services at a synagogue years later, can Jason learn to sing with his whole spirit, both Black and Jewish?

Author: Audrey Ades, Jason Schachter McKinney
Publisher: Kar-Ben Publishing (R)
Published: 11/04/2025
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
ISBN: 9798765620809
Audience: Ages 9-12

Review Citation(s):
Booklist 08/01/2025
School Library Journal 09/01/2025 pg. 88