Hanukkah

In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Hanukkah, including when, where, and who first celebrated it, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, including lighting a menorah, making traditional foods, and playing games, and how it is celebrated in different parts of the world today. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the history behind this popular holiday.

A Take a Look! infographic introduces the rules of the game dreidel, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an At a Glance recap offers a map and quick stats on the history of the holiday. Children can learn more about Hanukkah using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Hanukkah also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.

Hanukkah is part of Jump!'s Holiday History series.