No comments about Mini Soft Shapes: Hanukkahs Here! (Mini Soft Shapes).

1 comments about Apples and Honey: A Rosh Hashanah Story.

1. I am an ESOL teacher and use these books all the time to teach kids about others' holidays and work on reading at the same time. Kids enjoy them and love to share their experiences.

5 comments about The Flying Latke.

1. A Hanukkah book by not one, but two, count them two, Caldecott Medal winners. Steig has been illustrating The New Yorker magazine for what? something like over 60 years! And Yorink is famous for "Hey Al" and that story about Whitefish. This is quite a unique Hanukkah book that combines pictures of real people (better than stock characters) and illustrations, and text and cartoon bubbles, to show what Hanukkah is really like in a large extended family.



2. Pssssst.... while many of the characters in the book look like photos of stock characters, upon closer look you may notice that some of the roles are played by the children's book publisher David Saylor; famed artists Maurice Sendak and Vladimir Radunsky; the illustrator William Steig; and the publisher Judith Rovenger.



3. A Jewish holiday, a funny and fanciful Jewish story make this book in many ways utterly charming. Even nominally traditional Jewish dietary laws are ignored, however, when the author serves the story's assembled family latkes, sour cream, and chicken (among other things) for dinner. An unfortunate error in judgment, in this reader's view.



4. I loved this book. I loved the rhythm and pattern of the dialogue, and I loved being able to share that sound with my kids. The kids were engrossed in the illustrations as I read. What's not to like?



5. I happened upon this book by chance but it was love at first bite! Absolutely hilarious version of a family gathering for Chanukah. Goofy, but almost too true to life for some Jewish families at holiday times. Must be shared with all, especially those Jewish familes that tend to get a little rowdy when brought together for functions!

3 comments about Hanukkah!.

1. Winner of the National Jewish Book Award, this is one of our favorite stories for Chanukah and the holiday season. A warm and cozy glimpse at a family holiday with a simple story that is both funny and appealing. We love the illustrations and the poetic writing and have shared this book with friends of all religions. Everyone loves it! One of the nicest Chanukah books we've ever found to share.



2. A charming little book for the young at heart about celebrating, with all the trimmings, one family's joyous Festival of Lights.

   Destined to be a perenial favorite of RebeccasReads.




3. Reviewed by Brianne Plach (age 10) for Reader Views (10/07)
   
   Are you looking for a small picture book which describes Hanukkah? If you are, Roni Schotter has created just the one for you. Inside the front cover is a description of four specific things associated with Hanukkah. The pictures throughout the book show you just how the traditions of Hanukkah are celebrated. There are little ones that small kids will be able to relate to for celebrating the holiday, including being tempted to steal food before mealtime.
   
   With thick pages, "Hanukkah!" is a terrific book for the youngest reader. Lots of families celebrating together are a big part of this book. Isn't that what this special time of year is great for, celebrating with friends and families getting together? I love this book!

No comments about Hanukkah Lights, Hanukkah Nights Board Book.

1 comments about Passover (Rookie Read-About Holidays).

1. This book is very clear, basic, yet easy to read without becoming disinterested in the topic. If a child wants a beginning reader on Passover, this can provide simple yet interesting information.

1 comments about All About Passover.

1. For families starting out to celebrate Passover this guide tells you everything you need to know about the holiday and about the seder. Great for families with young kids, non-Jews, classrooms and home. Very user-friendly. And a few good recipes, too!

1 comments about The Two Brothers: A Legend of Jerusalem.

1. This is one of those picture books that leaves you warm all over. No need to review the plot as that is given above. My favorite page is where the brothers realize that they have been secretly sharing their grain with each other - they laugh, kiss cheeks and hug. The illustration is wonderful - two brothers embracing each other. Such a simple, evocative painting.
   
   It is my heart's desire that my children will love each other selflessly as they grow older and this is just the kind of book to inspire these sorts of ideals.
   
   One note - the Amazon title is in error stating "The Lawman/The Gunslinger" Those words appear nowhere in this book and have absolutely nothing to do with the story. It's just a listing error.

1 comments about Eight Candles to Light: A Chanukah Story.

1. This book deals with Chaunukah in a simple nice way. It is a good introduction for the holiday for novices. I really like this series and own the books on Ramadan and Diwali also. Good for kids K-3.

1 comments about Mrs. Greenberg's Messy Hanukkah.

1. I bought this book recently, and I read it aloud today for my son's 3rd grade class, and they all LOVED it!!! Even their teacher laughed along with the story, and all of the kids loved each page as things got messier and messier!!! It's a really sweet story with beautiful and colorful illustrations. Definitely goes older than grade 1!!! My 8 year old and a classroom full of 8 & 9 year olds loved it!!!!