A Hanukkah Treasury [Hardcover]

Eric A. Kimmel (Author), Emily Lisker (Illustrator)

Book Description

Hanukkah is one of the most beloved holidays in the Jewish year, an eight-day festival of lights, games, and celebration. It honors a tiny band of heroes, armed with little more than their faith in God, who defeated a mighty empire and proved that miracles truly do happen for those with the courage to believe in them.

Eric A. Kimmel presents a wonderful Hanukkah compilation, filled with the history and flavor of this unique holiday. From familiar legends to contemporary stories, from delicious recipes to children's games, this is a treasury that will entertain and engage the whole family.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

Hooray for Hanukkah--the festival of lights! This beautiful, color-drenched compendium offers a lovely, lively tribute to the Jewish holiday, as well as the history and tradition behind the celebration. Eric A. Kimmel, author of the Caldecott Honor-winning Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins, has collected a rich wealth of Hanukkah stories, songs, poetry, recipes, legends, and cultural lore--information that will intrigue readers of any religion. Do you know how the first menorah earned a place at the White House? How many variations of the dreidel game can you play? Ever heard the story about Hanukkah in Alaska--complete with a latke-loving moose? Emily Lisker, illustrator of the vivid Sol a Sol: Bilingual Poems, provides the stunning visual accompaniment to this exciting exploration of history and tradition, with pictures that are folk art in style and exhilarating in movement and palette. Audiences of all ages and faiths will return to this treasury year after year as a source of culture and delight. (Ages 4 to 8) --Brangien Davis

From School Library Journal

Grade 2 Up?This lovely compilation includes traditional and Biblical stories; original selections by Kimmel, Peninnah Schram, Howard Schwartz, Barbara Diamond Goldin, and Barbara Brown; poems and songs by Jane Yolen, J. Patrick Lewis, Erica Silverman, and Debbie Friedman; recipes and craft ideas; and a wealth of information about Hanukkah. However, the true wonder is found in the primitive jewel-toned acrylic paintings that dance through the book. Source notes are appended. A lively collection, enhanced by vibrant art, resulting in a surefire hit for the holidays.?AC
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Product Details

• Hardcover: 122 pages
• Publisher: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR) (October 15, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0805052933
• ISBN-13: 978-0805052930
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,255,516 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars We love this book, December 12, 2000

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This review is from: A Hanukkah Treasury (Hardcover)

This book contains stories, songs, poems, blessings, and recipes for Hannukah. My kids are 4 and 7 and they both enjoy it. I will read it with them every year. When my son's preschool asked for a Hannukah book for the class, I took this one, and she picked out what she thought was appropriate. It has become our standard reference/story book for Hannukah.