Jen Halpern has been an educator for more than two decades.

She has taught and led programming for students of all ages: preschoolers, tweens, teens, and adults.

She currently serves as the Preschool Director and Director of Young Family Engagement at Agudas Achim Congregation in Alexandria, Virginia. Read her full bio here.

The Stars Will Be My Nightlight: A Sukkot Story is her first book. It is based on an experience she shared with her son many, many years ago. She is very proud to be his mama.

Read more about Jen's inspiration for Stars here.