The 5 Best New Hanukkah Books for Children

Written by Behrman House Staff, 12 of November, 2015
It's Time to Start Shopping for Hanukkah!

The Jewish Telegraphic Agency has named Apples & Honey Hanukkah titles, Hanukkah Cookies with Sprinkles and Farmer Kobi's Hanukkah Match, two of the five best new Hanukkah books for children!

The lists consists of titles that will help families share blessings, friendships, and welcome guests through the holiday season. 

About Hanukkah Cookies with Sprinkles

Sara watches from her apartment window as her mom goes to work. One day, she sees an old man pick up a bruised apple from the discarded pile next to Sol’s Market. Why would he do that?  She wonders if he’s hungry, as she eats her own breakfast. She wonders if he’s lonely, as she shares Shabbat dinner with Mom and Grandma.

As Hanukkah approaches, a season of light and hope, Sara discovers that tzedakah can be as bright and colorful as a Hanukkah cookie with sprinkles.

 

About Farmer Kobi's Hanukkah Match

Farmer Kobi's well-mannered goats, donkey, and sheep know just how to play host, and they give Polly, Kobi's Hanukkah guest, a gracious welcome. But when Polly isn't sure animals belong in a house, what will happen next?

Find out with laugh-out-loud pictures and puns that are sure to entertain all readers. As donkey says: Hee-Haw-Yahoo!

You can find the full JTA children's Hanukkah book list here

Read: It's Time to Start Shopping for Hanukkah!

About Apples & Honey Press

Apples & Honey Press brings together the best authors and illustrators from North America and Israel to create memorable stories for children that illuminate the values of family, community, having fun, and being the best we can be.

View the entire Fall 2015 and new Spring 2016 lists here

 

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