books about: hanukkah (everything celebrate essential)

books about: hanukkah

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11 reviews
Jane Naliboff

Flashlight Press, 2004

Great for a pediatricians office
I am a pediatrician and have copies of this book in my exam rooms. It is the book most commonly commented on by parents as being a wonderful children's book.

Gran libro de la cocina navideña

12 reviews
Marshall Katerin

Ediciones Libra, 1998

YA NOS ESTAMOS PREPARANDO PARA LA NAVIDAD
QUE VIENE... Y haremos una cena tan IMPECABLE COMO LA DEL AÑO PASADO CON ESTAS RECETAS... ! ESTE RECETARIO ES UN TESORO DE FAMILIA !!! Y TODA UNA TRADICION

Christmas from the Heart of the Home

18 reviews
Susan Branch

Little, Brown and Company, 1990

The perfect holiday book
I bought this book when I first discovered Susan Branch books. I loved it so much I gave it to all my sisters and sisters-in-law. They have all used it as a reference during the holidays and even through out the year.I have given this book to so many others as well and they all love the book. I can only state that this book stands up with all the Susan Branch products and is wonderful and so ...

Christmas Joy : A Keepsake Book from the Heart of the Home

10 reviews
Susan Branch, 1995

A wonderful Christmas gift book !
This book has it all and is delightful. I bought this as a gift for my sister-in- law and am I ever glad I also got one for myself. Itis beautifully illustrated and is filled with recipes, decorating ideas and special thoughts. Its one of those books that you get out each year at Christmas time and you read it again and again.

Gooseberry Patch Christmas: Merry Ideas, Recipes & How-To's for the Happiest of Holidays! (Gooseberry Patch ...

7 reviews
Leisure Arts

Gooseberry Patch, 1999

The best ideas for happy holidays
I have recently started to collect Christmas decorating/gift making books and this series is by far the best I've come across! The instructions in these books are clear and easy and they show a picture so you can see how it will look. They include many gift mixes and food gifts, which I love and friends and family have always appreciated. Most of the ideas in this book can be accomplished in an ...

Colette's Christmas : Spectacular Holiday Cookies, Cakes, Pies and Other Edible Art

8 reviews
Colette Peters

Little, Brown, 1999

Sumptuous photographs, great ideas, clear directions
I treated myself to "Colette's Christmas" by baker extraordinaire Colette Peters while on vacation. It seemed a strange thing to read while at the beach, but I was absolutely captivated. What a fevered imagination Ms. Peters has! The showstoppingly gorgeous desserts and projects she shows within include a layer cake covered with fondant that has been pieced and quilted to resemble and antique ...

Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins

19 reviews
Eric A. Kimmel

Holiday House, 1989

Captivating
I read this story to introduce the theme of Hanukkah to my grade 2 and 3 students today, and I don't think I've ever seen them so enthralled by a book before. They absolutely loved it, and had a ball predicting ways in which *they* might outwit the Hanukkah goblins if they were in Hershel's shoes. Their ideas were so creative that I asked them to do an impromptu assignment in which they write ...

Maccabee

14 reviews
David C. Carson

Outskirts Press, 2007

Brings events of history to vivid life
Written by former international mission worker David C. Carson, Maccabee is a historical novelization of mid-2nd century, when a Syrian king called Antiochus Epiphanes sought to exterminate the Jewish nation. One elderly priest and his five sons dared to resist; and one of those sons would become known to future generations as Maccabee. Told in first-person perspective, Maccabee is as dark as is ...

Can I Have a Cell Phone for Hanukkah?: The Essential Scoop on Raising Modern Jewish Kids

11 reviews
Sharon Duke Estroff

Broadway, 2007

Thank Goodness, a Sane Approach to Parenting
This is the first book of our generation that puts parenting into a realistic, sane perspective. It acknowledges all the challenges and noise that we have to deal with as we raise kids. It puts into very simple and funny terms how ridiculous the standards are that we are foisting upon our children. Its like a cup of coffee with a good friend that sets you straight when you're feeling down on ...

Trees of the Dancing Goats

10 reviews
Patricia Polacco

Topeka Bindery, 2001

Your Little Elves will Love this Book!
Trees of the Dancing Goats is a beautiful, poignant story and one of my all time favorites. Grown-ups love it as much as the kids. If you don't have this one on your bookshelf, you should get it! If you've been good, maybe Santa Claus will drop a copy in your stocking this year!

Chrismukkah: Everything You Need to Know to Celebrate the Hybrid Holiday

5 reviews
Ron Gompertz

"Stewart, Tabori and Chang", 2006

This book couldn't be any better...
I've only said that a couple times in my life. Gompertz treats the subject with insanely clever humor and heart and is a top-notch writer. This isn't just a gimmick; it's clear this guy really cares about Jews and Gentiles embracing and carrying on their own traditions...together. I'm getting this book for all my interfaith couple friends (and the list is growing). What a terrific gift for ...

Like a Maccabee

6 reviews
Barbara Bietz

Yaldah Publishing, 2006

Highly recommended.
Written by education expert Barbara Bietz and award-winning artist Anita White, Like A Maccabee is a large-type novel for young adults about Ben, a young Jewish boy who loves soccer but has a fierce and intimidating rival - the other team's best defender, a bully who enjoys teasing and tormenting Ben. Ben feels humiliated at school and misunderstood by his family, and when his grandfather comes ...

The Jar of Fools: Eight Hanukkah Stories from Chelm

5 reviews
Eric A. Kimmel

Holiday House, 2000

EIGHT WONDERFUL HANUKKAH STORIES - ONE FOR EACH NIGHT
While the real city of Chelm is in Poland, the Chelm of Jewish legend could be almost anywhere - it is the traditional town of fools. But, as is the case with many fools, they're often wiser than we realize. After all, when dreidel is played in Chelm everyone wins! Caldecott Honoree Kimmel has created eight hilarious Hanukkah stories filled with memorable characters such as Monke Fool, ...

Christmas Parties . . . What Do I Do? (What Do I Do? series)

5 reviews
Wilhelminia Ripple

Oakbrook Publishing House, 2000

A user-friendly instructional reference
For anyone wanting to recapture the nostalgia and "family friendliness" of the Christmas season, Wilhelminia Ripple's Christmas Parties: What Do I Do? is a terrific place to start! This attractively presented compendium offers more than 125 creative ideas for games, crafts, and holiday snacks that will make every Christmas gathering fun and memorable. The themes offered for consideration ...

Papa's Latkes

5 reviews
Michelle Edwards

Candlewick, 2007

Papa's Latkes by Michelle Edwards
Michelle Edwards treats us to everything but the actual recipe for latkes in her latest book, "Papa's Latkes" (Candlewick Press). Two little girls have loving memories of their mother and especially Mama's latkes, now that it's Chanukah-their first one without her. And Papa is determined the holiday will be celebrated as usual. The girls strive to keep everything the way Mama had it, but ...

Western Star (Saddle Club Super Edition No 3)

6 reviews
Bonnie Bryant

Skylark, 1995

Western Star
Westren star is a great book about friendship and teamwork, you have to learn to work with people that maybe you dont really like, just like the girls did in this book, even though they didnt like gary they still made him part of the team! i would recomend this book to anyone the loves adventure and fun!!!

Nine Spoons: A Chanukah Story

6 reviews
Marci Stillerman, D. L. Rosenfield

Hachai Publishing, 1998

A wonderful book for Chanukah
I recommend this book very highly as an addition to anyone's bookshelf of children's Chanukah literature. As a teacher and youth director, I have read the story to children grades 2-5. Every child is spell-bound by the story. The fact that it is based on real-life events makes it even more meaningful to them. This book is not to introduce the concepts/practices of the holiday. Rather it ...

Menorah in the Night Sky: A Miracle of Chanukah

5 reviews
Jacques J.M. Shore, S. Kim Glassman

Gefen Books, 2002

Menorah in the Night Sky
A wonderful tale. A definite must have. Everyone should read this with their children. The author depicts Zev's and David's unwavering faith in a most inspiring way. You cannot help but find yourself wishing and praying with them for the miracle of lights to continue. This book will leave you with warm feelings of hope, family and friendship.

Holidays around the World: Celebrate Hanukkah: With Light, Latkes, and Dreidels (Holidays Around the World)

5 reviews
Deborah Heiligman

National Geographic Children's Books, 2006

A 2007 Association of Jewish Libraries Notable Book for Younger Readers
Books explaining the celebration of Hanukkah abound - who would have thought there was anything new to say to children on this topic? However, Heiligman's excellent book, published by National Geographic as part of the Holidays around the World series, offers a unique perspective. The historical roots of the story are told succinctly, and the rest of the book centers around how the holiday is ...

Joy of Cooking Christmas Cookies

6 reviews
Irma S. Rombauer, Ethan Becker, ...

Scribner, 1996

Holiday cookies that look great and taste good!
I've used this cookie book when making holiday cookies for family and friends for the last several years, and the results have always been a huge hit. Too often Christmas cookies look great but taste terrible - not something to worry about with this book. I particularly recommend the Cranberry-Cherry Pinwheels. They are delicious and surprisingly easy to prepare. However, be forwarned that ...