About Us

Shy Publishing Corporation was established in 1985 by Dr. Shahar and Dr. Rina Yonay in response to the need for suitable educational material to be used in teaching the Hebrew language and other Jewish topics in Jewish schools outside of Israel.

Since 1985, Dr. Shahar Yonay and Dr. Rina Yonay have worked diligently to satisfy this need by writing around 150 workbooks in a systematic and vivid manner on subjects such as Hebrew language and grammar, Bible (Chumash and Navi), Jewish Law and customs, Mishna and G'mara (Talmud). These workbooks are suitable for various age and grade-level groups (from kindergarten through high school) and different school settings (Jewish day schools, Yeshivot, afternoon and Sunday Hebrew school programs).

These workbooks are written in accordance with the Jewish tradition, with an emphasis on educational values, including national, religious, moral and humanitarian values. Some of our Hebrew workbooks (e.g., the Hamikra'a Sheli and the Systematic Hebrew series) are written in accordance with the Jewish calendar (i.e., Jewish Holidays and important national events) while others focus on teaching the Hebrew language and grammar. Our books have been used in many schools with much success throughout the years.

Dr. Shahar Yonay and Dr. Rina Yonay both earned their Ph.D. degrees from the University of Pittsburgh in Educational Administration and Educational Psychology, respectively and have vast experience in teaching various age groups in different school settings in Israel and in the United States. Dr. Shahar Yonay has had much experience in school administration, supervision, teaching in the University and Colleges the methodology of various Jewish subjects, writing, and more.