candles
eight candles to light a chanukah story
this charming picture book for younger children describes a typical familys celebration of the jewish festival of light . after dad reads the kids a story from jewish history the family sings and lights the candles . the kids spin their dreidels and all exchange gifts . at last the family sits at the dinner table where they eat drink talk and laugh . this delightful picture book depicts a typical jewish family as they celebrate one of the years most important holidays . the traditional warmth of the jewish holidays are reflected in cheerful and attractive little stories that speak not only to jewish children but to boys and girls of all faiths . on the last two pages of each book the traditions and meanings of the holiday are summarized for parents to relate to their children . there are attractive color illustrations on every page . ages 3 7
within the eight days of chanukah a family gathers to share stories of the miracle of the holiday make latkes and light the menorah .