My First Chanukah

by Tomie DePaola

Hardcover, 1989

Status

Available

Call number

Y 244.1 DEP

Publication

Putnam Juvenile (1989), Edition: Brdbk, 14 pages

Description

Describes the traditional celebration of Chanukah, including the lighting of candles on the menorah, the eating of latkes, and the spinning of the dreidl. On board pages.

User reviews

LibraryThing member Katieflu628
This story shows the significance of Chanukah with the lighting of candles to remember Judah the Maccabee and his brothers. This book introduces the traditions and symbols of Chanukah celebrations. This is great for younger children learning about the holiday and traditions. This is a great way to
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learn of the key components of the important religious holiday. The story is accompanied by great illustrations.
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LibraryThing member lruano
I feel like this story is about the Hanukkah celebration but it is being told in the child's perspective. Since it is told in their perspective they cannot pronounce it correctly so they call it Chanukah. This book explains to you their celebration which is the feast of lights and the celebrate it
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for eight nights. They use a menorah to hold the candles. They celebrate with the whole family and eat latkes which are potatoes pancakes, play games and even get gifts. This book is great for children to read so they can learn more about different cultures.
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Language

Original language

English

Physical description

14 p.; 7.44 inches

ISBN

0399217800 / 9780399217807
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