Includes glossary. "Portions of this work were originally authored by Arlene Erlbach and published as Hanukkah: Celebrating the Holiday of Lights." Includes bibliographical references (p. 31) and index.
Contents:
Eight nights of celebrating -- Who celebrates Hanukkah? -- A miracle for the Maccabees -- The most important symbol -- Gifts, games, and good food -- Holiday how-to: make a marshmallow dreidel.
Summary:
"Hanukkah commemorates an important moment in the history of the Jewish people, and readers explore the history behind this holiday through accessible main text that combines facts and fun! From the meaning of the Hanukkah menorah to the writing on a dreidel, the symbols of this special celebration are explained in an age-appropriate way that encourages Jewish readers to better understand their history and encourages readers of different backgrounds to learn more about holidays they've never celebrated before. A simple recipe is included, along with colorful photographs of Hanukkah celebrations around the world"--Provided by the publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.