Educational Resources
Bibliographies
Eight New Books for Hanukkah Reading - 2001/5762
Chanukah Lights Everywhere by Michael J. Rosen, illustrated by Melissa Inai. New York, NY: Harcourt Press, 2001.
Not only do lights in the menorah increase each night but so do lights in the neighborhood. Ages 5 - 7.
Hanukkah by Lola M. Schaefer. Mankato, MN: Capstone Press, 2001.
A short simple text describes Hanukkah and how it is celebrated in the United States. This non-fiction book includes a "Works to Know" section, bibliography and even a list of related web sites. Ages 5 - 7.
Hanukkah Cat by Chaya Burstein, illustrated by Judy Hanks-Henn. Rockville, MD: Kar-Ben, 2001.
Lenny pleads to keep the orange kitten that appears at his window on the first night of Hanukkah, but his parents fear mischief. And mischief is just what this cat loves - 8 nights of mischief for the 8 nights of Hanukkah! Ages 5 - 7.
Is It Hanukkah Yet? by Nancy Krulik, illustrated by Dyanne DiSalvo-Ryan. New York, NY: Random House, 2000.
Many children will identify with the impatience of the little girl having to wait until it’s the right time to light the Hanukkah menorah. Finally the first candle is lit and the next 7 nights hold the same excitement. Ages 5 - 7.
Light the Candles by Jane Halub, illustrated by Lynne Cravath. New York, NY: Penguin Putnam, 2000.
A "Lift-the-flap" book which discloses fun things to do each Hanukkah night. In this brightly illustrated book the Hanukkiot change each day. Ages 2 - 5.
My First Hanukkah Board Book by DK Publishing, 2001.
Hanukkah’s symbols, rituals, and customs are simply presented with large, colorful illustrations and photographs. Ages toddler- 4.
The Magic Menorah by Jane Breskin Zalben. New York, NY: Simon and Schuster, 2001.
A magic menorah and its "genie," Fishel, help a young boy learn the importance of family life, especially at Hanukkah. Ages 7 - 9.
Zigazak by Eric A. Kimmel, illustrated by Jon Goodell. New York, NY: Doubleday, 2001.
A topsy-turvy Hanukkah tale unfolds when a pair of mischief-making demons fly into the town of Brisk. The clever rabbi saves the day by turning their tricks into goodness. Ages 7 - 9.
Compiled by Nancy M. Messinger, Director of Educational Resources
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