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Hanukkah: The Festival of Lights

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Hanukkah: The Festival of Lights by Joanie Stone and Bonnie Bader is a delightful children's book that introduces young readers to the joyous celebration of Hanukkah. Through vibrant illustrations and engaging storytelling, it explores the history and customs of the festival in a way that is both educational and entertaining for children.
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You might enjoy this children's book if you're looking to introduce young readers to the festive spirit and traditions of Hanukkah. With engaging illustrations and simple, relatable storytelling, it offers an educational and delightful insight into the celebration of the Festival of Lights.

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Hanukkah: The Festival of Lights is a Little Golden Book edition of the story of Hanukkah—a great holiday read-aloud for the whole family!

It's Hanukkah time! Preschoolers will learn all about how people celebrate Hanukkah—from eating latkes, spinning dreidels, and lighting the menorah. And they'll also learn why they celebrate—from the destruction of the Temple, the bravery of the Maccabees, and the miracle of that little bit of oil that lasted for eight nights.

Filled with colourful illustrations and simple, yet informative text, this Little Golden Book is perfect for reading again and again. Share it with your family this Hanukkah!

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780593646687

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 September 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Random House Inc

Illustration: Full Color

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 24

About the Author

Bonnie Bader is a prolific author of nonfiction children's books, including My Little Golden Book About Abraham Lincoln, My Little Golden Book About Bugs, Who Was Martin Luther King, Jr.?, Who Was Christopher Columbus?, and Who Was Alexander Graham Bell? Joanie Stone spends her days painting in her light filled studio in the country, surrounded by nature. She has illustrated many children's books including Passover- A Celebration of Freedom and I'm Going to Kindergarten! Joanie was born and raised in Virginia, where she still lives today, with her husband and young daughter.

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